Beyond The Horizon Triathlon - Half Iron Course

• Date: August 16, 2014
• Address: , Grand Lake, Colorado Get directions
• Country: United States
• Race type: Triathlon (1/2 Ironman)
• Distances: Swim (2112.00 yards) Bike (56.00 miles) Run (13.10 miles)
• Organization: Triathleta Productions
• Website: http://triathleta.com/beyond-the-horizon/
• Contact email: [email protected]
• Description: A new race experience in one of the most picturesque areas of Colorado. Epic terrain, inspiring views of mountains and lakes, brisk water swim, once in a lifetime bike and a run that just may make you stop for a photo op.
  
  Swim in the largest natural body of water in Colorado! Grand Lake is one of three lakes nestled on the edge of the Rocky Mountain National Park. Water temps are cool, average in early August, (64+/- F) so bring your wetsuit!
  
  Bike on Highway 34, or what is better known as Trail Ridge Rd., the longest, most continuous paved road in North America. A good portion of the road is closed 9 months out of the year. So biking on the road, aside from being in a triathlon, is a 'claim to fame' all its own. The views will take your breath away if the altitude doesn't! 8400'+
  
  Run up and along the edge of Rocky Mountain National Park and see, in person, what others have only seen in pictures. The views alone may make you want to stop, but don't! You can go back after the race with your camera, it'll still be there, I promise! Follow Trail Ridge Rd. back down to the county roads that wind through the quaint town, that is Grand Lake, and be ready for the roof top views you will see coming back down off the hills to town. It's not only a challenging, high altitude race, but a race that is a feast for the eyes.
• Members who are scheduled to race: Jskindred7