Event Overview
Husky Ultra is a staged ultra triathlon within the Shimano Husky Triathlon Festival, set across five days in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales. The 2026 edition is scheduled from Wednesday 25 March to Sunday 29 March, with registration and briefing on the Tuesday. Racing includes a Day 1 swim and bike, a longer bike on Day 2, a rest day, an “Ultimate Triathlon” on Day 4, and a 63km run on Day 5. Individual and team entries are offered.
What the Course Demands
The format spreads load across multiple days, with long bike stages early and a substantial run to close, so pacing and execution across the week matter. The event is non-drafting and requires athletes to follow published routes and checkpoints. Support crew is central to participation, and minimum support requirements apply, including mandatory safety support for the longer swim. Cut-offs are listed for several stages, adding an operational focus alongside fitness.
Who This Event Suits Best
This event suits experienced triathletes who are comfortable with multi-day racing logistics and working closely with a support crew. It also suits athletes targeting an organised, rule-driven ultra format where compliance, self-management, and consistency across consecutive race days are essential. Team entries can suit groups aiming to divide swim, bike, and run responsibilities while still meeting the event’s support and briefing requirements.
