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the people who participate in the event, organizers of the Fort
Macleod Triathlon are always up for a challenge.
Now in its seventh year, the triathlon offers competition in four
categories on Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Fort Macleod and District
Sports Centre.
“It’s a great physical challenge, but it’s certainly within the
range of everyone,” organizer Alan Poytress said. “With the
different races we offer, with a little bit of training anybody
can do it.”
In its first two years the event was a mini triathlon, with
distances in the three-event sport shortened for recreational
athletes. Five years ago athletes asked for an expanded course.
“Some people were looking for a little more challenge,” Poytress
said.
The 2009 triathlon has Olympic, sprint, super sprint and youth
(under 10 years of age) categories. One-third of the athletes last
year are registered in the Olympic competition.
While accommodating the serious athlete, the triathlon has a
reputation as a fun, family-oriented event.
“It’s family-friendly and people really like that,” Poytress said
For information call Alan Poytress at 403-553-4003 or to register
visit www.ftmacleodtri.com.. |
