The AB&T Duathlon (2run/14bike/2run) was held yesterday on John's Island. Technically, this was a first year event, but it's really the Stono Ferry Duathlon/Daniel Island Duathlon reincarnated. Mike Loggins of the Extra Mile has produced these duathlons since the mid-90s.
I'm not sure if this race will make it either though, because turnout was low -- probably 30-35 racers at most. Part of this could have been due to the weather. It was pouring rain when I woke up, and didn't stop until around 6:50 a.m. The race sponsors didn't even show up.
With a larger storm system moving in, Mike got the race started a little early. His pre-race instructions focused on the terrible road conditions. There was standing water, mud and debris on the roads because of the storm, and in his words, the road was "as slick as owl poop." And he was right. To make matters worse, once we got to the bike leg, the rain started again. I was actually a little surprised they let us out for the final run leg because there was some pretty good lightning flashes. But everyone was able to finish, and no one crashed in the owl poop.
I liked the course, and I'll certainly race it again, that is of course, if they have it again.
North Myrtle Beach Triathlon
I wrote in an earlier post that the North Myrtle Beach Triathlon had been discontinued. But I was wrong. Looks like this event will take place after all on Sept. 6. This will be the third year for that event. For details, see http://www.nmb.us/Page.aspx?ID=5&LinkID=118&SubID=118.
Lake Murray Triathlon
Setup Events' Lake Murray Triathlon is this Sunday in Columbia. If you haven't registered, do so quickly. There are about 150 slots still available, and online registration closes on the 14th. I'll post a complete race profile for this event by Thursday.
Lowcountry Splash
Lastly, don't forget about the Lowcountry Splash on May 31. This 2.4 mile harbor swim is turning into a destination event. The number of entrants grows each year and pulls in swimmers from all over the region. This will be my first year doing it, but by all accounts, the race is well run, and well organized. For more info, see http://www.lowcountrysplash.com/
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