Location
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Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
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Race
website
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Time
of year held
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June
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Approx
Athlete Numbers
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1950
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Does
it typically sell out?
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Yes
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One
word description for the event
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Awesome
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Good
for first iron distance race?
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Only if up for a big challenge
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Tips for overseas athletes getting to the venue:
- Spokane airport is the only large airport close by and is 45 min drive to the race site.
- Seattle is a 4.5 hr drive
SWIM
One
word description for the swim
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Unpredictable
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Single
or multi-lap course?
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2 laps, beach run between laps
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Typically
wetsuit-legal?
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Yes
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Swim
course description
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Lake, rolling start
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Swim tips
- There can be a lot of glare at the turn making it tough to see the next bouy.
- Be sure to visit the swim course early in the morning before race day.
BIKE
One
word description for the bike
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Grinder
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GPS
map link for the bike course
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Map link
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Video
link for the bike course
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Single
or multi-lap course?
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2 laps
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Bike Course description
- Rolling bigger climbs.
- Long slight grade uphill into the wind usually.
Bike Course tips
- Be prepared to grind out a 2+ mile grade FOUR times.
- Caution on Lap 1.
RUN
One
word description for the run
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Fair
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GPS
map link for the run course
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Video
link for the run course
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Single
or multi-lap course?
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2 laps
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Run course description
- Generally pretty flat with one significant hill.
Run course tips
- Stay calm on the uphill through town immediately out of transition. Don't get amped up by the crowd and blow yourself up if you feel great. Don't give up if you feel poorly. Make the top of the grade and the next mile is downhill or flat.
SUPPORTERS
Tips for supporters get the most out of watching the
event?
- Stake out your territory early and be prepared to defend it. The race is well supported!! :)
Great places to eat:
- Bonsai Bistro is great.
- Tito’s Italian Grill & Wine Shop is fun
- The Dockside Restaurant at the resort is handy and solid, especially the Gooey Bar for post race rewards.
Best bike or tri shop in town:
- Ironman village
Best pick for accommodation:
Best things for the kids to do:
- Silverwood Theme Park and roller coaster is less than a hour away and a great way to leave the racer alone on Saturday.
Cool things to do after the race:
- The golf course infinity pool with a boat ride from the resort is a great way to get away.
Any warnings that people should know about before
entering:
- Be prepared for 60 to 100 degree weather and swim temps from 55 to 70 degrees.
OVERALL
General tips:
Best thing about this race:
- Excellent community and fan support.
Anything negative about this race:
- Can't think of one thing.
RACE REPORTS AND OTHER VIDEO LINKS SUPPLIED
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Thank you to the following people who
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