Subject: RE: bracebridge - steamship startGravenhurst = steamship on lake Bracebridge = river swim I did Gravenhurst sprint in 2007. It was a blast. The ship steamed far out into the lake and then the Cap't came down in a pirate hat and eye patch and said, "Arghhh, time to walk the plank". We all had to jump into the lake one-by-one (its about a 2 meter drop ). You swim up to the start line bouy and tread water for a while. Then the gun goes off and we all swim. It was a straight swim to shore. It was a very unique way to start a Tri. Its not likely to be sold out - I'd guess it won't be till spring... I'm not even sure registration has opened yet. The bike ride is through beautiful Muskoka countryside, some rolling hills but nothing alpine. The pavement was a little rough at times but nothing extraordinary. I think the run was beautiful but by the time I get to the run I am reduced to a wheezing, slobbering mess and can't remember details. |