As I am getting ready for a ride I hear on the news Ironman Miami 70.3. I think they said November? What does that mean for Clearwater? Either way should be a good one.
RD says “Miami 70.3 2010 is the first qualifier for Clearwater 2011.”
Fee is $250, goes up to $275 on 12/1/09.
not doing it… its gonna cause all sorts of traffic problems and a shitload of people are gonna complain, plus wtf is up with the fee going up so fast… Will be great to go watch if they get a decent pro field!
WELCOME TO MIAMI!!!
World Triathlon Corporation officially announces that Miami, Florida will serve as the host city for the newest Ironman 70.3 event. Taking place on October 30, 2010, Ironman 70.3 Miami will consist of a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride, and a 13.1-mile run. Because Miami offers a variety of great architecture and a wide diversity of cultures, Ironman 70.3 Miami will quickly establish itself as a destination event and is expected to sell out quickly.The inaugural event will reach capacity at 2,000 athletes. There will be 50 qualifying slots available to the 2011 Foster Grant Ironman World Championship 70.3 in addition to a prize purse of $36,000 for distribution among the top male and female professional finishers. Registration for this event is now available at www.ironmanmiami.com.
The swim will be held in the protected waters of Biscayne Bay, near The Port of Miami. Following the swim, the bike course will lead athletes north to Watson Island, making a loop heading back down south to Homestead. During the ride, athletes will pass unique and historical architecture consisting of classic and modern mansions, as well as a mini-tour of the Mediterranean Style of Coral Gables, Coconut Grove and Pinecrest. After entering the transition area in Bayfront Park, the athletes will begin the two-loop run course alongside the waters of Miami where they will encounter the scenic views of Miami, which include The Port of Miami and Star Island. The race will finish at the famous Bayfront Park with picturesque views and contrasting landscapes as a backdrop. Athlete Check-In and the Expo will take place at Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd. More details can be found at the event website, www.ironmanmiami.com
Fast nice bike ride, miserable run if it’s hot and sunny
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That bike course they are suggesting mapped on the website…not going to happen 
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My computer can’t be working right. Looks to me like they plan on running the bike out and back on US1, good luck!
Yes whatever they are smoking I want
Unless that’s just for show
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hell no that course is not gonna happen lmao… head south towards homestead!? not a chance
Yeah so the bike course actually going to hop the BUSWAY that begins @Dadeland South and runs all the way to Homestead. In theory at least…assuming it makes it thru the Grove and onto Kendall Dr… and then across US1. Better put up some concrete barriers to stop traffic there…yikes.
They need to run all these course ideas by Tony Montana before they make any final decisions.
lol, yeah not going to cross us1 for sure and with all the irate drivers, the riders better be packing.