Dear Swimmer, Cyclist, Runner and Triathlete:

It is a great pleasure to announce that starting on the morning of Saturday, April 19, 2008 our island will host the largest multi-disciplinary event of its kind, ever. The first Puerto Rico HALFIRON Endurance Weekend will kick off from the vicinity of the Towns of Rio Grande and Loiza right off the Herrera Bridge. In an effort to present a World Class event, we have not only included the HalfIRON distance triathlon but a also a series of other events that will attract participants of all categories and of all three disciplines. The events that will take place this day include:

• The HALFIRON Triathlon: The HALFIRON Triathlon will have a total distance of 70.3 miles divided as 1.2 miles of swimming, 56 miles of cycling and 13.1 miles of running. This is a prelude of something bigger coming soon, so stay tuned!!.
• The Duathlon: The HALFIRON Duathlon will have a total distance of 70 kilometers miles divided into 10km of running, 50 km of cycling and 10km of running.
• Sprint Triathlon: If you are a rookie or novice at triathlons and you want to have the full experience in a dash, then this sprint is just for you. Bare in mind that the Sprint is only reserved for novices and participation of beginners will be enforced.
• Half Marathon: stretching 13.1 miles of flat surface, participants will have a chance to run a fast half marathon surrounded by one of the largest coconut groove plantations of the island.
• 3k Open Water Swim: Perhaps one of the most anticipated events within the swimming community, participants will have the opportunity to swim 3k in open water providing this group of at least one organized long distance swimming event in the island.
• Individual Time Trial: Providing an unprecedented route of 40 km, both traditional non competitive and competitive cyclist will have the unique opportunity to demonstrate power and tenacity in order to overcome the challenges of this route for the Puerto Rico National Championship of Puerto Rico. For the Veteran category distance will be of 20km.
• HALFIRON Kids Triathlon: Fully aware of the fact that the development of these sports lies on the hands of our children, we will be presenting a kids triathlon for children ages 0-12. In this unique event, both parents and the community will cheers our kids towards the finish in an effort to inspire these to become our athletes of the future. Kids will be divided into age groups and all will experience the thrill of crossing the line.

This is already being touted as the greatest Endurance Weekend in the history of Puerto Rico and the turnout is expected to be establish a record. So, come join us making history by registering online right now right HERE. All the detailed information related to the logistics of flying to Puerto Rico will be available in our website, currently under construction. Stay tuned for details. Our main goal is to present an event that will provide you memories forever.

Start training today!!