Coeur d'Alene Triathlon
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Event Overview
The Coeur d'Alene Triathlon, Duathlon, and Scenic Sprint takes place in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. It is described as one of the most scenic multisport events in the Pacific Northwest.
Event Distances
The event includes three distinct race formats:
- Olympic Triathlon: A 1.5 km swim, a 40 km bike ride, and a 10 km run.
- Scenic Sprint: A shorter triathlon with a 0.5 km swim, a 20 km bike ride, and a 5 km run.
- Duathlon: A run-bike-run event consisting of a 5 km run, a 40 km bike ride, and another 10 km run.
Course Details
The Olympic triathlon begins with a unique deep-water swim start in Lake Coeur d'Alene. Athletes are transported by cruise ship to a barge in the bay to enter the water. The 40 km bike course follows Coeur d'Alene Lake Drive along the Yellowstone Trail and includes uphill sections. The final 10 km run is on the Centennial Trail alongside the Spokane River.
All events finish at Coeur d'Alene City Park. The finish area features food, awards, and a beer garden. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
