Welcome back to the Big Apple. On October 10, 2026, Alpha Win is proud to host the inaugural Big Apple Triathlon and — in the tradition of its predecessor race — we're opening the doors wide to the paratriathlon community. Always keeping it fresh, we've built a brand-new hybrid sprint course for all paratriathletes. Whether you're new to the sport, getting back into it, or training for an international sprint distance, this one is for you.
The course features a 0.9-mile swim in the famed waters of the Hudson River, a 12-mile bike along the Henry Hudson Parkway, and a 3.1-mile run in Central Park. Expect a down-water swim, a rolling bike course, and a run that takes on some of Central Park's hills before you finish in grand fashion right by the 72nd Street Fountains.
Following USAT rules, you must select one of the following when you register. If you are not yet classified, register for the ATD1 division in the category that best fits.
Guides
PTVI and ATD1 visually-impaired athletes must race the entire course with the same guide. Guides must register so they can sign the race waivers, and they always register for free — you'll be connected to your athlete during registration.
Handlers
Every para racer except visually-impaired athletes is entitled to a handler to help with transitions and pre/post-race needs. Bring your own or we can assign one — just answer the handler question when registering (leave it blank if you're unsure and we'll check in before race day). Handlers don't race and watch a pre-recorded training session before joining you.
Awards
Awards go to the top three male and top three female racers in each category.
Briefings
We'll be in touch closer to race day about special paratriathlon race briefings.
Para-athlete questions? Reach Justin Model at justinmmodel@gmail.com.
Paratriathletes wishing to race in series races should hold a USAT National Classification or a World Triathlon Classification of "C", "R", or "P", and be at least 16 years old as of December 31, 2026. If you haven't been classified yet, you'll need a solid estimate of your future sport class so you can register correctly. Contact Auburn Bosworth at auburn.bosworth@usatriathlon.org for guidance on estimating your sport class. To request a classification appointment, you'll need to qualify for and register for the USAT Paratriathlon National Championships in Milwaukee, WI on August 9th. Send your medical diagnosis to paratriathlon@usatriathlon.org and Auburn Bosworth. Additional medical documentation needed for classification: https://www.usatriathlon.org/adaptive-athletes/classification All paratriathletes must compete within their USAT-approved sport class. There are nine sport classes in paratriathlon, competing in six medal events (PTWC1 and PTWC2 compete together in the PTWC medal event).
Most impaired wheelchair users. Athletes use a recumbent handcycle on the bike and a racing wheelchair on the run. Includes comparable activity limitation and an impairment of, but not limited to, muscle power, limb deficiency, hypertonia, ataxia, or athetosis.
Least impaired wheelchair users. Athletes use a recumbent handcycle on the bike and a racing wheelchair on the run. Includes comparable activity limitation and an impairment of, but not limited to, muscle power, limb deficiency, hypertonia, ataxia, or athetosis.
Severe impairments. Amputee athletes may use approved prostheses or other supportive devices on the bike and run. Includes comparable activity limitation and an impairment of, but not limited to, limb deficiency, hypertonia, ataxia/athetosis, impaired muscle power, or range of movement.
Significant impairments. Amputee athletes may use approved prostheses or other supportive devices on the bike and run. Includes comparable activity limitation and an impairment of, but not limited to, limb deficiency, hypertonia, ataxia/athetosis, impaired muscle power, or range of movement.
Moderate impairments. Amputee athletes may use approved prostheses or other supportive devices on the bike and run. Includes comparable activity limitation and an impairment of, but not limited to, limb deficiency, hypertonia, ataxia/athetosis, impaired muscle power, or range of movement.
Mild impairments. Amputee athletes may use approved prostheses or other supportive devices on the bike and run. Includes comparable activity limitation and an impairment of, but not limited to, limb deficiency, hypertonia, ataxia/athetosis, impaired muscle power, or range of movement.
Athletes who are totally blind — from no light perception in either eye to some light perception. One guide is mandatory throughout the race, and athletes must ride a tandem on the bike. The guide must be of the same nationality and gender.
More severe partially-sighted athletes. One guide is mandatory throughout the race, and athletes must ride a tandem on the bike. The guide must be of the same nationality and gender.
Less severe partially-sighted athletes. One guide is mandatory throughout the race, and athletes must ride a tandem on the bike. The guide must be of the same nationality and gender.
Adaptive Triathlon Division 1 — paratriathletes not yet (or unable to be) classified. ATD1 athletes are welcome at USAT Para Development Series events and at Paratriathlon National Championships in the ATD1 category (no qualification required). Register for the ATD1 category that best fits: Wheelchair, Ambulatory, or Visually Impaired.
Neurodiverse athletes.