The 40th Annual Milkman Triathlon is a Sprint Triathlon that will be held at Bottomless Lakes State Park instead of Lake Van due to low water levels at Lake Van. Swim 0.5k - Bike 20k - Run 5k Chocolate Milk and Ice Cream will be waiting for you at the finish line. For newcomers, this is a deep lake with hilly bike route You can compete as a soloist or on a relay. Relays must be mixed gender to qualify for awards. Event details and schedule Friday, June 5, 2026 5:30pm- 8pm- Packet pickup at Bottomless. Saturday, June 6, 2026 6:15am- 7:30am- Packet pickup resumes Be sure to bring your ID and USAT Card. The State has changed its Park Fee rules effective 2025, and participants will have to pay the daily $5 resident or $10 non-resident fee. Below is the link to buy your pass in advance. Please do, so race entrance is not clogged with vehicles. Bottomless Lakes - Day Pass: Bottomless Lakes State Park | ReserveAmerica Eight Commonly Violated USAT Rules 1. Helmets and Chinstraps: Helmets must
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 6.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Roswell, NM.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
