OLYMPIC DISTANCE TRIATHLON
1.5km/40km/10km
Swim
The 1500m swim consists of 2 x 750m laps in the crystal clear blue waters of the South China Sea, off the palm-fringed sands of world class Cua Dai beach. Water conditions in August are calm and still, with excellent visibility and a temperature of around 25'C.
Map of the swim course and transition 2009 available soon!
Cycle
This fast 40km cycle course will wind its way through traditional Vietnamese villages, past vast rice paddy fields and into tropical hinterland. There will be a drink station on the course before heading back along the stunning coastline to the transition area.
Map of the bike and run course 2009 available soon!
Run
This flat, picturesque run winds through the narrow streets of an ancient fishing village, where friendly locals will cheer you on from their back yard gardens. The course also takes in the mini boat harbour and coastline for a spectacular finish at the hotel lawn. The course is 2 laps of 5km and drink stations (water, isotonic drink and sponges) are available every two kilometres.
Map of the bike and run course 2009 available soon!
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