Lone Star Triathlon

I'm excited to announce that I am officially entered into the Lone Star Triathlon. This is a multi-race festival. I will be competing in the half Ironman distance race. Here's a rundown from the website:

1.2 mile saltwater swim, in protected Offats Bayou. No big surf here! The swim will begin at Moody Gardens’ beautiful white sand Palm Beach, and finish next to the majestic Colonel Paddlewheel boat, with approximately 100 participants per wave. There will be lifeguard and boat support provided by Galveston Beach Patrol. Average water temperature is 72 degrees F. There is an elite wave available for those attempting to win the race. This wave will lead off the race. Those athletes participating in this wave are not eligible for age group awards. Wetsuits will be allowed per USAT rules.

As you exit the water, there will be some fine folks to help you out of your wetsuit. Just pull down the zipper leash, and get the wetsuit down to your waist. Flop on the carpet, and they'll do the rest!

56 mile spectacular, scenic one and a half loop course along the Gulf Coast of Texas. Head out of Moody Gardens and hammer along the Seawall and hug the Texas coastline, heading south to the end of Galveston Island. You’ll cross over the San Luis Pass onto the mainland, through beautiful undeveloped coastline. The course is flat and fast! Nary a speed bump to be found. Watch out for the wind! There will be professional lead and sag vehicles provided. MAVIC and BIKE BARN will be on site and on course for mechanical support. They will also be on hand to help you with any problems that occur race morning. There will be 4 aid stations with bottle hand ups on course. Gatorade Endurance, water, PowerGel Energy Gels and bananas will be available. Athletes should begin the bike with 2 full bottles. This is a draft-free event! Marshals will be enforcing USA Triathlon drafting guidelines.

Motorcycle Support will be provided by Bikers Against Child Abuse. BACA is a child support focused, 501 C-3 non-profit organization in Houston that strives to break the cycle of child abuse among Texas children. To learn more about BACA, please visit www.bacausa.com.

Additonal course support provided by Krewe De Vroom

13.1 mile Run is a 2 loop FLAT course meandering through Moody Gardens, it’s tropical gardens and towering glass pyramids, along Offats Bayou and Palm Beach, and by the Lone Star Flight Museum. There will aid stations every mile stocked with Gatorade Endurance Formula, Water, PowerBars, PowerGel Energy Gels, fruit, defizzed cola, Salt and Vinegar potato chips, pretzels, and just about anything else you could dream of. Live entertainment featuring great bands, cheerleaders and more will be keeping your endorphins kicking in! Once you cross the finish line, head over to the Lone Star Stage and rock out with THE LINE UP.

This should be a lot of fun and a great tune-up for the Lake Placid Ironman.

Tri Your Best
Bill