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Swim… Bike… Run

Every year Micah sets up a handful of sprint triathlons in and around Beacon Hill (his parent’s neighborhood.)  The competitors use it to test their hydration methods, transition times and mostly to prepare for upcoming races.  Micah has about 10 somewhat regulars, and a couple of people who are friends of friends who will show up.  

It is a really fun event!  They swim laps in the Beacon Hill pool, then take about a 12 mile bike ride around Marina Hills, and finally run just under a 5K.  He somehow has conned me into setting up an aid station along the run portion, his mom takes the splits, and both of his parents set up a light breakfast afterwards.  During that breakfast, all of the competitors sit around and talk about every single detail of the race.  

Some of our stars in the race are the following:

  1. Kirk Lindahl – He always brings up the rear in style!
  2. Seth Ure – Without any practice at all, he didn’t come in last place…thanks to Kirk Lindahl!
  3. Bryan Thacker – The guy had never been on a road bike and did a good job!
  4. Steve Donahoo – Almost 50, and came out looking like a 19 year old!
  5. Chris Fetter – He has held the course record for over a year!
  6. Micah Denison – Best looking guy out there!

If anyone is interested in racing, let Micah know.  We have a really good time, and it is only two hours out of a Saturday morning.  And the very best part is…..Micah hands out Beacon Hill Tri shirts he custom designed to anyone who participates.  Now that is something you can wear around town with pride!