The swim takes place in the Gulf of Mexico, where athletes will have a short beach run in between laps. Waters are typically in the mid 70’s, allowing athletes to wear wetsuits. The two-loop swim course gives spectators a bird's eye view of the entire course. After exiting the water, athletes are challenged by a fast, flat, one-loop bicycle course. The terrain pushes the body in a way most athletes are not accustomed to: the absence of rolling hills or steep inclines forces consistent pacing. Winds are typically light in the morning, but become more challenging later in the day. The two-loop run course, while flat, has many turns throughout the local neighborhoods. In the spectator-friendly area, thousands of residents and visitors emerge for fall get-togethers while supporting the competitors. The course also winds through St. Andrew’s State Park, a favorite among participants for its shaded areas and wildlife. After the second loop, athletes round the last corner for the final quarter mile to the finish. Originally from: http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/events/americas/ironman/florida.aspx#ixzz3rtQIbeIy 2016 IRONMAN Florida offers 40 qualifying slots for the 2017 IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, HI. Originally from: http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/events/americas/ironman/florida.aspx#ixzz3rtQKGEoa

• Race - Triathlon
• Date:
  November 05, 2016
• Add to Calendar:
  
  iCal®
• Frequency:
  1-time event (non-weekly)
• Start Time:
  06:00am
• Level:
  Advanced
• Where:
  Out of State
• 1 Attendee
• Everyone

• Who:
  Event Director
• Website:
  http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/events/americas/ironman/florida.aspx#axzz3rtEC9Etp