Cross & Gravel Series
Swim, bike and run — on gravel and dirt! Featuring multisport events in each region of the United States, the Cross & Gravel Series offers endurance sports enthusiasts a new way to experience swim, bike and run. Join the fun and see what gravel and cross are all about!
The USA Triathlon Cross & Gravel Series spans the multisport season and features events across the U.S. Qualification is not required to participate in the USA Triathlon Cross & Gravel Series or the USA Triathlon Cross or Gravel National Championships.
Gravel riding is an increasingly popular form of cycling that combines elements of road- and mountain-biking, and consisting mostly of riding over unpaved, non-technical roads. Unlike traditional triathlons where participants race their bikes on paved roads or highways, and unlike off-road triathlons where racers ride mountain bikes on technical, single-track mountain bike trails, gravel triathlons take place on unpaved, dirt roads such as Forest Service roads or canal paths that are non-technical. With fewer vehicles on these dirt and rural roads, gravel riding can offer a safer alternative to road cycling. Because of the varied terrain, riders can use a bike designed specifically for gravel riding, but mountain bikes and road bikes are often used for gravel riding too.
Cross (formerly Off-Road) events offer a great way to get into multisports for mountain bikers, trail runners, or for those with an adventurous side who don’t mind getting a little dirty.
Most cross events in the U.S. are triathlons but cross duathlons have started to take off in several areas of the country. Although cross events sound like something that would take place in mountain towns, a new crop of urban cross events, on trails that many would not know existed, are quickly gaining popularity.
The Cross & Gravel Series features a variety of different race distances and formats. These include Sprint & Olympic distance triathlons, aquabikes, duathlons, paddle tri's, relay categories and more!
As gravel triathlon and gravel duathlon (run-bike-run) are new disciplines under the multisport umbrella, USA Triathlon has created a new set of rules specifically for gravel events. These rules and recommendations were established through a working group of race directors and other community stakeholders and was led by the USA Triathlon Commissioner of Officials.
For the complete set of USA Triathlon 2025 Multisport Competition Rules, click here.
For the community. For the competition. For the glory. This year, race a USA Triathlon National Championship! Why race a USA Triathlon Gravel or Cross National Championship? Most championships do not require qualification and are open to all athletes. Compete against the best age group competition in the U.S. Many championships are Team USA qualifiers, allowing the chance to represent your country on the world stage at World Triathlon Championships. Click below to learn more and register today!
Cross National Championships
Register today, opens in a new tabApril 18
Austin, Texas
Gravel National Championships
REGISTER TODAY, opens in a new tabAug. 21
Lincoln, NE
