Type: Half Iron

Known as the Half in Montauk, all segments of the event will take place in Montauk, NY. Montauk is one of the birthplaces of triathlon. One of the sports earliest events, the Mighty Hampton's Triathlon in Sag Harbor inspired a local Montauk Motel owner, fisherman and surfer, Robert Aaron to stage a triathlon in Montauk in 1983 (the Mighty Montauk).

Course
A triathlon consisting of a 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike and a 13.1 mile run (known as a Half Distance Triathlon).

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Swim:1.2 mile swim in fresh water. Water temps expected in the mid to upper 60s. Wetsuits recommended.

* Bike: 56 miles...two (2) laps on a 28-mile rolling course. 2200 total feet of elevation gain. Light traffic and great view of the ocean and bay.

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Run: 13.1 mile run...two (2) laps on a hilly 6.55 mile course 806 total feet of elevation gain. A two lap course that is quite challenging, after a rolling 3 miles you hit "murder hill" followed by two other challenging climbs. This beautiful run course will truly make your race an accomplishment to be proud of!

USAT
All participants must be USAT members. Athletes can get a one-day membership card at check-in($10). The USAT fee is not included in the race fee. For purchase of an annual membership please visit www.usatriathlon.org

Training Camps
Official TTU Clinics and Camps: Please visit www.ttuniversity.com for more information.

http://www.longislandtri.com/2008/index.cfm?ID=4

Added by john_grieco on February 8th, 2008