Robert J. Aaron Memorial Mighty Montauk Triathlon /Aquabike and Sprint

Founded in 1982 by the late Robert J. Aaron.

CELEBRATING 45 YEARS.......

Long considered one of the east end season openers, the RJA Memorial is one of the longest, continuous triathlons on Long Island!  We will be celebrating our 45th anniversary this year.  Since Robert's death in 2002, the race has been used as a fund raiser for pancreatic Cancer Research, supporting the Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer.

The  Olympic race consists of a 1-mile swim, 20-mile bike and 6.2 miles run. The Aquabike consists of the 1-mile swim and 20-mile bike. The recently added Sprint triathlon consists of a 1/2-mile swim, 14-mile bike and 3.8-mile run. The Olympic race/Aquabike  goes off at 7:30am and the Sprint follows at approximately 8 am.

The course must be completed in 3 hours 55 minutes.

Race Fees:

RACE INSURANCE AVAILABLE AT REGISTRATION - PLEASE PROTECT YOUR REGISTRATION

Early Registration:

December 15th, 2025, 12.00am to March 31st, 2026, 11.59pm

Triathlon Registration                         $160.00

Aquabike Registration                        $145.00

Sprint Registration                              $125.00

Registration

April 1st, 2026, 12.00am to May 15th 11.59pm

Triathlon Registration                          $175.00
Aquabike Registration                         $155.00  
Sprint Triathlon                                     $135.00 

Registration:

May 16th, 2026 - 12.00am to June 10th 11.59pm

Triathlon Registration                         $185.00

Aquabike Registration                        $163.00  

Sprint Triathlon                                    $145.00

Late Registration:

June 11th, 2026 - 12.00am to June 12th- 9.00pm

Triathlon Registration                         $195.00

Aquabike Registration                        $172.00  

Sprint Triathlon                                    $155.00

 Race Insurance can be purchased at time of Registration (Strongly recommended to protect your registration)

Please consider utilizing The RaceJoy APP for Course Tracking and Course Directions on the Bike and Run Courses    

The Original Mighty Montauk course

SWIM - The distance is 1 mile in the calm salt water of Lake Montauk. The course is out and back. Since this race is in the spring, wet suits are recommended (water temperature is normally around 55 degrees Fahrenheit).

BIKE - The distance is 20 miles taking you along Montauk historical routes; giving you a bird's eye view of the famous Montauk Lighthouse. The course is out and back with some hills. Hardshell helmets (ANSE approved) and bar end plugs are mandatory. This race adheres to USAT policy of NO DRAFTING. No water stops on the bike course please plan accordingly

RUN - The distance is 6.2 miles through the scenic side of Montauk - challenging hills . NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES ON THE COURSE (ex: iPods, MP3 players etc). except Smartphones. Water stops are at one mile intervals on the run course.

The New Sprint Triathlon Course

SWIM - The distance is 1/2 mile in the calm salt water of Lake Montauk. The course is out and back. Since this race is in the spring, wet suits are recommended (water temperature is normally around 55 degrees Fahrenheit).

BIKE - The distance is 14 miles taking you along Montauk historical routes; giving you a bird's eye view of the famous Montauk Lighthouse. The course is out and back with some hills. Hardshell helmets (ANSE approved) and bar end plugs are mandatory. This race adheres to USAT policy of NO DRAFTING.  No water stops on the bike course please plan accordingly.

RUN - The distance is 3.88 miles through the scenic side of Montauk challenging hills . NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES ON THE COURSE (ex: iPods, MP3 players etc). except Smartphones. Water stops are at one mile intervals on the run course.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This race is a USAT sanctioned event, so each  participant must have a valid USAT license.  A one-day license fee would be required for non USAT members.  Membership cards along with photo ID must be presented at packet pick up.

Major Beneficiaries 

• Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research
• St Therese Youth Group
• East Hampton PBA
• Montauk Ambulance Squad

Accommodations

The following Motels are all within a one mile radius of the race. Most of the Motels require a two night stay, so please plan accordingly.

HARBORSIDE MOTEL - 631-668-2511
SNUG HARBOR MOTEL- 631-668-2860
HAVEN MOTEL 631-668-5943
SAIL INN - 631-668-2800
SUNSET BEACH MOTEL - 631-668-2828
SUN AND SOUND MOTEL - 631-668-2212
TIPPERARY INN - 631-668-2010

REFUND POLICY

All registrations are final. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS OF REGISTRATION FEES. (Please consider taking out race insurance - protect your registration)

Insurance available during the registration process.

Packet Pickup

June 12th, 2026, from 10.00am to 10.00pm
at the Harborside Motel, 371 West Lake Drive, Montauk NY 11954.

Participants must be present with photo ID to collect race packet. USAT members must show a valid membership card.  Non USAT members must pay $15.00 for one day membership. The race is on rain or shine. 

Day of Race packet pick up is available for a $10.00 service charge (cash only)

Race Insurance can be purchased at time of Registration (Strongly recommended)

SANCTIONING:

USAT Sanctioned Event:

USA Triathlon is the National governing body of the sports of triathlon, aquabike, duathlon, and aquathlon in the United States.  Participation in a USAT sanctioned event means the event director has the proper permits in place, liability and athlete excess medical insurance coverage and the event plan has met the standard of organization required.  USA Triathlon provides rules, guidance and governance to set the standard for safe and fair multi-sport races.  For more information on USA Triathlon and fueling the multi sport lifestyle, visit their website http://www.usatriathlon.org 

Finish Line Videos

Challenging with spectacular scenery. Must be completed in 3 hours 55 minutes. Mile swim in Lake Montauk. Out and back - wet suits are recommended. Water temp. +55 degrees. Bike - 20 miles, out and back - some hills.

 ANSI approved Hardshell helmets and bar end plugs mandatory. NO DRAFTING Run - 6.2 miles scenic run. Out and back - mild hills.  

Sprint triathlon consists of a 1/2-mile swim, 14-mile bike and 3.8-mile run. 

Aquabike - 1 Mile Swim ...  20 miles bike  Complete your race, rack your bike and proceed to the finish line for photo and medals.

No water stops on the bike course. Water stops at one mile intervals on the run course. 

NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES (IPODS, ETC) ON THE COURSE.

ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE 18 YEARS AND OVER.

Registration fee is Olympic :  12.15.25 - 3.31.26    $160.00

                                               4.01.26 -   5.15.26    $175.00

                                               5.16.26  -  6.10.26    $185.00

                                               6.11.26  -   6.12.26    $195.00

Aquabike:                               12.15.25  -3.31.26   $145.00

                                                4.01.26  - 5.15.26   $155.00

                                                5.16.26  - 6.10.26   $165.00

                                                6.11.26  - 6.12.26   $175.00

Sprint:                                     12.15.25  - 3.31.26    $125.00

                                                4.01.26  -  5.15.26    $135.00

                                                5.16.26  -  6.10.26    $145.00

                                                6.11.26  -  6.12.26    $155.00

The race will close once the quota has been reached.

All registrations are final. There are NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS. NO EXCEPTIONS

Race Insurance can be purchased for an additional fee when registering for the events  This can only be purchased during the registration  process. 

Registration protection options below allow your race participants to get reimbursed up to 100% if they cannot attend the event for a number of reasons, including covered injury, illness, traffic accidents, and more. Registration Protector with Required to Work has the added benefit of protection in the instance that a race participant is required to work for a covered reason.

Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply. Insurance benefits are underwritten by Jefferson Insurance Company. AGA Service Company is the licensed producer and administrator of these plans.

If you have purchased event registration insurance for an event and have a question or claim please contact Allianz Global Assistance as follows: To manage your policy or file a claim, please visit: www.eventregistrationprotection.com. If you have questions regarding your insurance, please contact Allianz Global Assistance at 1-888-497-6987.

Packet pick up will be on June 12th, 2026, from 10.00am to 10.00pm, at the Harborside Motel, 371 West Lake Drive, Montauk NY 11954. 

RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP CAN BE ARRANGED FOR $10.00 EXTRA.  THIS WILL BE DONE BETWEEN 5.45AM TO 6.45AM.  

Participants MUST be present with photo ID, and USAT card, if you have one, to collect race packet. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Non USAT members must pay $15.00 for one day membership.

NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS OF REGISTRATION FEES.

Race is rain or shine.

Race insurance is available during the registration process.

USAT rules mandates NO DRAFTING on the course. All participants must have approved ANSI/SNELL helmets.

Helmet straps must be fastened before bike leaves racks and remain until bike is replaced.

Bike and run numbers must be displayed during the entire race.

Bar end plugs are mandatory. Headphones for music are prohibited during the race.

All athletes must participate in their age group division relative to their age at December 31st of the current year.

This race is a USAT Sanctioned Event

Road bike, time trial, mountain bike or hybrid are allowed.

Awards will be presented to: Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female overall; Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female for each age group; Top 3 Clydesdales (Men 200+ lbs); Top 3 Athenas (Women 150+ lbs)

This year we will have a top club award :  Clubs must have a minimum of 5 competitors to qualify.  The top 5 members are scored by net time and the club with the lowest time will win.   

You must be an active member in the club and must be registered on or before June 10th 2026

Accommodations have been made at different locations for secure parking. Participants will be directed at packet pick up and by the local police officers on race day. Please follow directions.

Please visit our web site at www.mightymontauk.com for a list of Motels within a one mile radius of the race. Please note most of these motels require a two night minimum stay.

Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research/

East Hampton Town PBA/

Montauk Ambulance Squad/

Montauk Fire Police/

St Therese Youth Group/

East Hampton Kiwanis and Other Local Charities

Merle - 631-668-4245 Email: robertja42@yahoo.com -

Web site: https://www.mightymontauk.com

visit us on face book: www.facebook.com/mightymontauk;

Time Keepers: www.start2finish.com

Please support our sponsors: Gatorade, Montauk Manor, Montauk Bike Shop, Pepsi, Sabrett, Athletic Brewing Company -   Photography : Jack McCoy - View photos of 2018 race at http://jackmccoyphotography.com/montauk2018

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