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Triathlons are very popular in this area. For further opportunities, also check the
section on Running and Walking in this chapter. Azalea Festival Triathlon This triathlon, sanctioned by USA Triathlon,
coincides with Wilmington's beautiful Azalea Festival in the spring of each
year. The event consists of a 300-yard pool swim, a 20K bike race and a 5K
run. Except for some of the bike leg, the entire triathlon takes place on
the UNCW campus the weekend before the festival. Contestants are divided
into the nationally standard age and gender brackets. Registration for the
event begins January 2. For registration forms and more information, call or
visit www.setupevents.com.
Greenfield Adventure Sprint If you want a different
challenge, try this 23-mile adventure. A two-person team event, men, women
and co-ed, the course consists of canoeing 3 miles on Greenfield Lake,
Mountain Biking (on/off road) for 12 miles, and trail running for 4 miles,
capped off with 4 miles of "mystery events." In keeping with the adventure
spirit, the race is run rain or shine in October. For other events, call the
Adventure Pathways office at (910) 341-0836. Kure Beach Double Sprint Triathlon Here's an event tailored for
overachievers. After you get through the 375-meter ocean swim, the 1.5K run
and the 10K bike leg, guess what? You get to do the entire thing all over
again -- in reverse -- bike, run and swim. The overall distance is less than
half that of an Olympic triathlon, but considering that this USA
Triathlon–sanctioned race is in the heat of late June, the challenge is
formidable. Contestants are divided into the nationally standard age and
gender brackets. Registration begins January 2. Call or visit
www.setupevents.com for registration forms and information. Surf & Turf Triathlon This sprint triathlon for novice and serious competitive tri-athletes is
held at 8 AM on the last Saturday in April as part of the North Carolina
Triathlon Series, managed by Set-up Inc. The 14th Annual Surf & Turf
Triathlon race format begins with a 750 meter swim, followed by one lap on a
bike (4 miles), a two-mile run, another lap on the bike course and finish
with a one- mile run. Participants will only swim one time at the start of
the race. The triathlon is a fund-raiser for the Chamber of Commerce and is
sanctioned by the U.S. Triathlon Association. Advance registration for USTA
members, non-members and relay teams can be made via Set-up Inc. and costs
less than on-site registration. On-site registration (space in triathlon is
limited to 400 athletes) and packet pick up are at the Surf City Fire
Department, next to the Transition Area in the parking lot of the Surf City
Baptist Church.
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Wilmington
Athletic Club 2026 S. 16th St., Wilmington  (910) 343-5950 www.wilmingtonathleticclub.com |
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Whether you're a beginner or an experienced triathlete,
you can train for your next triathlon at Wilmington Athletic Club. They
offer running clinics, stride analysis and group runs to assist in
running training. Regular swims, stroke analysis and underwater
photography of your style will help in swim training, while indoor
studio training and outdoor group rides focus on cycling. In addition,
your training regime includes transition clinics to pull the whole thing
together, as well as nutrition counseling. Train for one triathlon or
for the whole season. It's a great way to stay fit and satisfy the
competitor in you.
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Wilmington Family YMCA Triathlon c/o Wilmington Family YMCA, 2710 Market St., Wilmington (910) 251-9622 www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org |
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More than 120 members strong, the YMCA Triathlon Club
offers a broad range of practice times and informative workshops. Their
qualified coaching staff works with both adults and children in all
phases of triathlon competition. Come just for fun or to train for the
race. Either way, you'll have a great time.
Kids Triathlon Club -
Wilmington Family YMCA
The YMCA Kids Triathlon Club, for ages 5 through 13,
kicks off in June and helps prepare youngsters for the race in August.
Mileage is adjusted for different age groups, and practice runs prepare
youngsters for the competition. In addition, kids learn about bike
safety, transitioning, swimming techniques and nutrition. Call the YMCA
at extension 253 for details.
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