The Sandman Triathlon is one of Santa Cruz County’s oldest triathlons, having held its inaugural race in 1985, in the infancy of the sport. The Sandman is a fundraiser for the local State Parks, Lifeguard operations, and the Junior Lifeguard program. Proceeds help fund scholarships for underprivileged kids so they can receive high-quality water safety education. The Sandman Triathlon is a USAT-sanctioned event.
Aug 23, 2026
Distance — 20 Miles
Type — —
07:00
$120.00
Aug 23, 2026
Distance — 24 Miles
Type — —
07:00
$120.00
Aug 23, 2026
Distance — 24 Miles
Type — —
07:00
$120.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Aptos.
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Aptos is a city in Santa Cruz County in California, in the Monterey Bay Area.
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