Sarasota Triathlon
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Sarasota Triathlon - Sarasota, FL
The Sarasota Triathlon features draft legal racing on the bike course for the Sprint and Olympic distances. Drafting is permitted, which allows riders to form packs and use group tactics. Aerobars and triathlon bikes are not allowed on the bike course. USAT draft legal rules will apply. The bike leg uses a new looped course designed for pack riding.
The event also includes an Open distance aimed at athletes new to triathlon. Distances offered include:
- Open: Swim 100 m, Bike 3.8 mi, Run 1 mi
- Sprint: Swim 750 m, Bike 11 mi, Run 3.1 mi
- Olympic: Swim 1500 m, Bike 25.5 mi, Run 6.2 mi
The venue is Nathan Benderson Park, a multi purpose recreation center within a 600 acre park that includes a 400 acre artificial lake. The site is presented as a winter destination with daily mean temperatures in the low to mid 60s. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.