The 2014 Memory Maker Triathlon and Aqua Bike benefiting the Alzheimer's Association will take place Saturday, Aug. 23, at Bella Vista Village's Lake Windsor.
The race will begin at 7:15 a.m. at London Park and then move onto the area roads around Bella Vista.
Hundreds of athletes are expected to participate in the event aimed at raising money for and awareness of Alzheimer's disease, the sixth leading cause of death in the United States.Racing events available are:
• A sprint distance triathlon, which includes a 500-meter swim, 15-mile bike ride and 5-kilometer run;
• An Olympic distance triathlon, which includes a 1,500-meter swim, 24.8-mile bike ride and 10-kilometer run;
• A sprint distance aqua bike, which includes a 500-meter swim and 15-mile bike ride;
• An Olympic distance aqua bike, which includes a 1,500-meter swim and a 24.8-mile bike ride.
Events can be competed in individually or as teams.
For more information about the event, including course maps, visit www.MemoryMakerTriathlon.com or send an email to [email protected].
Sports on 07/23/2014