Long Bay Sprint Triathlon

• Date: September 22, 2012
• Address: Huntington Beach State Park, Murrells Inlet, South Carolina Get directions
• Country: United States
• Race type: Triathlon (Sprint)
• Distances: Swim (874.89 yards) Bike (14.00 miles) Run (3.10 miles)
• Organization: Long Bay Sprint Triathlon
• Website: http://www.longbaytri.com/
• Contact email: [email protected]
• Description: The swim is a .5 mile, south to north, ocean swim. September water temps will be in the mid 70’s. Ocean conditions are usually calm and, depending on the winds there is the possibility of some chop. USAT rules allow age group athletes to where wet suits up to and including a water temperature of 78 degrees fahrenheit. Above 78 degrees, USAT rules state athletes may wear a wet suit at their own discretion(up to 84 degree). However they are not eligible for awards. Historically, Water temperatures are in the mid 70’s.
  
  The bike course is one 14 mile loop. Road conditions are good. Part of the course takes place on a bike lane and caution should be taken. There are several turns on the course and police and volunteers will be present at intersections.
  
  The run course is a one loop, relatively flat, mostly shady, and should be fast.
• Members who are scheduled to race: