Update of Training – AUGUST 20,21,22
On Friday August 20 we will to set up a portion the swim course as
identified on the course map. We will meet and begin swimming at 5:00 PM.
We’ll keep the course set-up through 7:30 PM
On Saturday August 21 athletes will meet at Coulee Playland Resort, Electric
City WA . We will ensure support is available after 8:00 AM. Some Iron
distance athletes may be starting at 8:00 AM and everybody else will meet at
9:00 AM. From there they will ride the Grand Columbian bike course. Due to
the two loop configuration triathletes will have the option of riding 52 or
108 miles at your training level. The training day is an informal event –
self directed by all athletes. However, there will be water, hydration on
the bike route. Bring sunscreen and hydration packs. Its going to be hot.
On Saturday night there will be an informal BBQ for all athletes, familes
and friends. Directions will be given at the bike ride.
On Sunday, August 22nd athletes will meet at Melody’s Restaurant Parking Lot
in Coulee Dam at 9:00 AM and go for a run on the 12.5 mile out and back
course along the Columbia River. Water and hydration will be provided.
It would be helpful if athletes coming for the weekend notify us at
info@... or (360) 961-4904 in order to prepare enough
support. Currently it looks at though there will 12-20 people doing at least
the bike ride on Saturday