The 1st annual sprint distance Bridge to Bridge Triathlon at Oak Island will truly be a breathtaking event with everything first timers and veterans dream about in an race! Oak Island is a barrier island on the Atlantic coast in southeastern North Carolina, located about 30 miles south of Wilmington, NC and 65 miles north east of Myrtle Beach, SC. The inaugural race will take place on Saturday, June 2nd, 2012. With the opening of the New Oak Island Bridge in November of 2010 athletes will ride the length of the island and cross both bridges on this fast and scenic route! This event is open to everyone; from first time triathletes, relay teams, to veteran racers looking for a new challenge with breathtaking views.
This sprint triathlon will begin with a 1/3rd of a mile ocean swim in the warm 70 degree waters off Oak Island, North Carolina. After emerging from the salt water athletes will transition to their bikes for an 18 mile bike ride on a route that was never before possible. Just when you thought the double bridge crossing was the highlight of this event it's time to put on your running shoes. Triathletes head north on this 4 mile out and back run course that will take them to the end of the pier!
Triathlon: Bridge to Bridge Triathlon at Oak Island
When: Saturday, June 2nd, 2012
Where: Oak Island, North Carolina
Website: www.bridgetobridgetriathlon.com
Swim: The swim course is rectangular shaped, with the swimmers traveling in a clockwise direction. Participants will start with their small swim wave (40-50 athletes) waste deep in the water. Keeping all the large orange buoys on right hand side you'll swim in a clockwise direction. Once the 1/3rd mile is completed you'll exit the water at the southern end of the course (left side on the map) and run 200m over soft sand/grass to the transition area. We'll have plenty of lifeguards and volunteers to keep you safe in the water. If for any reason you're not able to complete the swim we'll safely pull you back to the beach and you may continue racing under an "unofficial" status
After emerging from the salt water athletes will transition to their bikes for an 18 mile bike ride on a route that was never before possible. With the opening of the New Oak Island Bridge in November of 2010 athletes will ride the length of the island and cross both bridges on this fast and scenic route!
Bike: The bike course is a one-lap course! The course can be described as flat and fast; perfect for the beginner attempting their first triathlon, or even the seasoned veteran looking for a new personal best split! The largest inclines on course will be over the two bridges, spaced evently apart! We'll have plenty of volunteer marshalls and police officers to ensure your safety and keep you on route! The bike course is a one-lap course! The course can be described as flat and fast; perfect for the beginner attempting their first triathlon, or even the seasoned veteran looking for a new personal best split! The largest inclines on course will be over the two bridges, spaced evently apart! We'll have plenty of volunteer marshalls and police officers to ensure your safety and keep you on route!
Run: Just when you thought the double bridge crossing was the highlight of this event it's time to put on your running shoes. Triathletes head out on this 4 mile out and back run course that will take them to the end of the pier, something never been done in the sport of triathlon before! The 4 mile run is pancake flat at zero elevation, a dream to set your personal best! We'll have aid stations at miles 1, 2, and 3 to keep you well hydrated and fueled up! Best part of the out and back format is you'll see competing friends and spectators twice. For the more competitive racer you can guage the competition!
Registration is currently open for the new USAT Sanctioned 2012 Bridge to Bridge Triathlon at Oak Island. Visit the triathlon website for details: www.bridgetobridgetriathlon.com
The new triathlon event is being organized by Without Limits Productions who already hosts a variety of triathlon events in Colorado and in other states.
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