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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 10-mile 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.
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 1.5-mile run and the 20K
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.
Surf & Turf Triathlon This sprint triathlon for novice and serious competitive tri-athletes
is held every spring as part of the North Carolina Triathlon Series,
managed by Set-up Inc. The 15th 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 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
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Wilmington
Athletic Club 2026 S. 16th St., Wilmington (910) 343-5950 |
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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
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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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