About the Event

Where it all started

Celebrating its 41st year in 2026, this race was the first Magic Sports (then Team Magic) event and honors local legend Buster Britton and his passion for pushing limits. Swim in a peaceful lake, bike rolling hills, and run a course inspired by Buster’s spirit.

Whether you’re a seasoned triathlete or trying your first race, you’ll find challenge and community here.

Join us and create your own lasting legacy on this iconic course.

Races Offered

Olympic - Individual

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — Olympic - Individual

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07:30

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$139.00

Olympic Triathlon - 2 Person Relay

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — Olympic Triathlon - 2 Person Relay

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$169.00

Olympic Triathlon - 3 Person Relay

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — Olympic Triathlon - 3 Person Relay

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$199.00

Virtual - Individual - Any Distance

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — Virtual - Individual - Any Distance

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$79.00

Sprint - Individual

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — Sprint - Individual

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$109.00

Sprint Triathlon - 2 Person Relay

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — Sprint Triathlon - 2 Person Relay

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$149.00

Sprint Triathlon - 3 Person Relay

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — Sprint Triathlon - 3 Person Relay

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$179.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Pelham.

thermostat Temperature

21.5° / 31.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

23.5° / 34.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 19m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.6 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

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air Avg wind speed

7.5 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Very high

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

High (7.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

73.9%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:10

nightlight Sunset

19:30

About Pelham

Learn more about the host city, Pelham.

Pelham is a city in Alabama.

Hotels & Places to Stay

Runner Reviews

Read what other athletes have to say about their experience at the Buster Britton Memorial Triathlon presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama.

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