Triathlons

Overview

Triathlons are a Hobbies and Pastimes activity in GTA V story mode that combine swimming, cycling and running. The first unlocks after the mission Daddy's Little Girl, and each completed event opens the next. Michael, Franklin and Trevor can all compete, at any time of day. Medals in all three events are required for 100% completion.

The three events are:

• Vespucci Beach Triathlon, on the beach at Vespucci; at least 40% Stamina is recommended.
• Alamo Sea Triathlon, starting on Seaview Road in Grapeseed and lasting about four minutes.
• Coyote Cross Country Triathlon, starting on the south shore of the Alamo Sea at Marina Drive in Sandy Shores and lasting roughly 30 minutes.

Walkthrough

1. Go to the triathlon start marker and begin the event.
2. Swim through the water checkpoints.
3. Get on the race bike and cycle the road section.
4. Run the final leg to the finish line.
5. Finish with a medal, then move on to the next triathlon.

Tips

• Tap the sprint button rhythmically to keep pace without exhausting the character.
• Max out Stamina before the Coyote Cross Country, since full Stamina stops the character from tiring.
• Opponents use rubber-band AI, so do not panic if they pass you briefly.
• Coyote Cross Country is unavailable to Michael and Trevor between Minor Turbulence and Monkey Business.
• Getting a wanted level or entering a vehicle other than the race bike fails the event.

Rewards and unlocks

• Triathlon Outfit for each character who completes the series.
• Possible increases to Stamina, Strength and Lung Capacity.
• Medals in all three count toward 100% completion.