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Join us for the 2012 Water's Edge Triathlon at Smith Lake, just outside of Algona, Iowa. Proceeds of the race will support the Water's Edge Nature Center.

Saturday, June 16, 2012

500 Meter Swim  -  will be held in the waters of Smith Lake.  Canoes and safety personnel will be on hand at the lake at all times. Wetsuits will be permitted without penalty if water temperature is 78 degrees or colder. Wetsuits are not allowed if water temperature is greater than 84 degrees.  Competitors will be allowed to wear wetsuits if temperature is between 78 and 84 degrees, but those who do will not be eligible for awards.  The water temp historically has been between 74 to 77 degrees.

21 K Bike  -  (13.1 miles) is a mostly flat out and back course with a few rolling hills.  The route follows paved county roads B30 and P30.  All bikers must have an ANSI approved helmet to participate.  Bikers without helmets will not be allowed on the race course.  No drafting allowed.

5 K Run  -  (3.1 miles) is an off-road course on the trails around the perimeter of Smith Lake.  One water stations will be available along the course.

This is a USAT sanctioned event hosted during the city of Algona's annual Founder's Day Celebration. For a complete list of Founder's Day activities, please to to the Algona Chamber of Commerce webpage.

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