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Put a little action in your next vacation by competing in a triathlon. Triathlons offer the perfect excuse to visit warm, sunny beaches, the desert Southwest or a bustling metropolis. Here are our picks for triathlons in vacations destinations.
Louisville Race the Bridge Challenge
Louisville, Kentucky - June 1, 2014
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The former Southern Indiana Triathlon has been renamed and relocated to downtown Louisville. Swim the Ohio River, ride a fully closed bike route and then run over the bridge to Indiana. Sprint and Olympic distances are available, making this a great race for all levels.
2014 Boulder Sprint Triathlon
Boulder, Colorado - June 1, 2014
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This race is flat and fast. But at altitude and surrounded by stellar athletes, it is one challenging race. Triathletes begin with a potentially chilly swim in Boulder Reservoir, followed by a fast bike course and a run along mostly dirt roads. After the race, check out El Dorado Canyon, the iconic Boulder Flatirons or head into town where you'll find a casual atmosphere and lots of good food.
Rev3 Wisconsin Dells 2014
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin - June 22, 2014
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Both the Olympic and 70.3 distance races begin with a swim in Lake Delton. From there, racers bike through the countryside and along the Wisconsin River and the finish with a run around Lake Delton. After the race, head to one of the dozen attractions in the area, including the largest concentration of water parks in the world.
Ironman Canada
Whistler, British Columbia - July 27, 2014
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The 112-mile bike course is considerably difficult, exploring areas used in the 2010 Winter Olympics and showcasing stunning mountain peaks along the Sea-to-Sky Highway. The race concludes at the Whistler Olympic Plaza, the finish of a scenic day. After the race, head to the bustling metropolis of Vancouver for a day or two of shopping and sightseeing.
2014 Hy-Vee Triathlon
Des Moines, Iowa - August 31, 2014
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Vacation in Iowa? You betcha. This triathlon race has earned a reputation as one of the premier races in the U.S. The course is challenging, the views are sublime and the hospitality is unmatched. Racers will swim in Gray's Lake, bike through historic Des Moines and finish with a run in Gray's Lake Park.
5150 Galveston & Lonestar Sprint Triathlons
Galveston, Texas - September 21, 2014
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This event offers two choices, a sprint and an Olympic course. Both distances begin with a swim in the protected Offats Bayou. Olympic-distance triathletes bike along the Gulf Coast of Texas and then run in an out-and-back course on Galveston Island. This is a flat and fast course. Be prepared for the wind.
Ironman Cozumel 2014
Cozumel, Mexico - November 30, 2014
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The setting for this race couldn't be better. For one, it's in Mexico. Then there's the beach and the crystal-clear water. The Reefs of Cozumel National Park will host the swim course. After the race, make sure to go back and check out these world famous coral reefs.