I'm a west coaster so no opinion on the races you listed. If you are looking for a nice destination for you and your wife, you might consider Boulder or Vineman. My wife isn't a big fan of my trications but she had a really good time in Boulder a few weeks ago. Great restaurants, pubs, shopping at Pearl Street, hiking, etc. It's relatively easy to get there from Denver.
Vineman is in my backyard. I've done the half a couple of times. If you like wine, scenery, food, etc then this would be a good option as well. Not a bad drive from SF or Oakland. Sometimes you can find flights into Santa Rosa.
Neither course is particularly hilly but both can be hot. I'm planning to do full Vineman next year.
Vineman is in my backyard. I've done the half a couple of times. If you like wine, scenery, food, etc then this would be a good option as well. Not a bad drive from SF or Oakland. Sometimes you can find flights into Santa Rosa.
Neither course is particularly hilly but both can be hot. I'm planning to do full Vineman next year.