The thread announcing the New Niagara Falls Half Iron

I read about it in your email newsletter. Sound pretty exciting. The logistics of multiple transition zones will be interesting but sounds really cool.  Awesome later season option!

I was just visiting the website this morning!  Looks to be a great race!

I noticed the website says the swim starts in Welland with T1 being there but that they recommend you stay overnight in Niagara and take the shuttle bus to the start in the morning.  

I haven't done too much research but is the start close to the same start for the June sprint in the Welland tri series?  

I remember there being a hotel right there on site... just curious.  

John should be able to clarify, but it looked like T1 would be the same as the welland tri (or close to it).  I'm guessing they are recommended Niagara falls hotel as there is more for family to do in Niagara and that way you don't have to take a shuttle at the end of your race. (Also a lot more hotel options in Niagara Falls).

Looks similar to the Global 11 layout. I wouldn't do that race again. I hope you guys are on point with the logistics. Last year late September was SUPER cold too.

See y'all in Binbrook.

We have successfully produced two point to point races with two transitions in Collingwood and they were flawless, according to our customers.

I do not want to be harsh but I did hear that things did not go well with 11 Global. I can tell you unequivocally this is in no way close to 11 Global nor will it be as far as race execution. I think if you read the athlete guide you will see we are prepared to make sure you have a great race experience. The 11 Global race finished BEFORE you got to the Falls. Our run course goes by the Falls twice. 

Hi Jen,

Yes, we are very excited about this race as well. There is no other that will take you past the Falls twice on the run. We have successfully produced two point to point races with two transitions in Collingwood and according to our customers, they were flawless. I hope you join us for the race,

Hi Marcia,

You can certainly stay in Welland and yes the swim is the same start as in June. The Best Western is across the canal and only 1km from the race site.

The reason we recommend Niagara Falls is twofold.

1) There is a lot more to do in Niagara Falls and we are anticipating very good accommodation rates for athletes. Even without reduced rates there are so many hotels in the Falls that you can fund something to fit any budget. If you stay in the Falls, park at the Shuttle area, take the shuttle on race morning you end up in the Falls after the race about 800m from your car or a few minutes from your hotel.

2) If you stay in Welland you will need to have a friend or family member drive you back to Welland post-race. Given the gap in finishing times 4 hours to 8+ we will not be able to run shuttle buses continually back to Welland. Of course if you have someone to drive then staying in Welland is certainly a good option.

I hope that answers your question. 

Laura, 

You are 100% correct. See my response to Marcia.

Thanks for the info John.  All good points.  I have lots of family in the area so lots of options open to me.  

Having cycled the area a lot as a teen - it would be a fun adventure to do a HIM on the same roads!

This is amazing - just what we need that is close to home and helping the local economy 

I am in for sure - barring nagging injuries

This year is 'going long for me'

Happy Training

Jean