1.5K SWIM

You will swim 1.5 Kilometers (.9 mile) in Folsom Lake at Rattlesnake Bar State Park, seven miles downhill from the Auburn Overlook finish line. Rattlesnake Bar is at the very rear of Folsom Lake (furthest from the dam), where the American River feeds into the lake.

Water temp on race day: 70 in '07; 68 in '06. You will swim in a narrow channel of water surrounded by steep canyon walls and natural beauty.

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40K BIKE

Enjoy extremely quiet roads and a tough, beautiful 40 Kilometer (24.8 mile) course. This course consists of a challenging climb from Folsom Lake (el. 466') up to Auburn (el. 1,300'), The first six miles are entirely uphill, almost all at a mild grade, but with one section of steep switchbacks lasting one mile.

When you reach mile 6 at Maidu Drive in the Auburn neighborhoods, you will enjoy four miles of minimal elevation change, then a 1.5 mile climb to the top of Auburn. From there, you will follow freeway frontage roads with minimal elevation change to the turnaround at mile 16 at 1,700'. On the return home, you lose 350' in elevation, broken up by the notorious "LeMond Walked" climb of .4 miles at 12% grade at mile 19.

This is a safe course taking place mostly on rural roads with minimal traffic and only four signal lights. Less experienced riders can feel comfortable that despite the hilly terrain, there are no dangerous descents or sketchy cornering presenting a danger. Please be prepared with proper gearing and fitness to climb steeply on Shirland Tract Rd from mile 3.5 to 4.5.

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10k RUN

The 10 kilometer (6.2-mile) run course is almost entirely closed to auto traffic (just 1 mi of open roads) and affording stunning canyon views at seemingly every turn. The route consists of flat shaded single track and canal trail (mile 0-1.5), .5 of significant climb (1.5-2), .9 of mild elevation change on Skyridge neighborhood roads and Skyridge School fitness trail, 1.9 miles of steep&moderate descent on Maidu Dr and Dam construction road, 1.5 of moderate&some steep climb to finish line.

This course is 1/3 single track trail and 2/3 paved road. It is a hilly, challenging and incredibly scenic; plan on taking several minutes longer than you would require to run a flat 10k. This 10k course is the first loop of the 13.1 World's Toughest Half course.

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PARTICIPANT BENEFITS

This unique, beautiful and challenging venue is only a backdrop for a truly memorable event that will go to every length imaginable to cater to you as an athlete. The participant schwag is perhaps unmatched by any other triathlon in the world. Awards go 3-deep in all age groups and include commemorative awards, race-logoed garments and gift certificates.

The City of Auburn welcomes you with open arms as we celebrate our "Endurance Capital of the World" proclamation. Devoted volunteers will cater to your every need during the event, local media will cover the event with the exposure it deserves and local public servants will ensure you enjoy a safe course.

Spectators will have the option of purchasing Smoothie King and other food vendors at the Overlook and are sure to be satisfied.

Perfect Tune-Up Event:

WEATHER

May 18th average high temperature in Auburn is 77 degrees with a low of 52. Sunrise is 5:47am, Sunset 8:16pm.

Expected water temperature at Folsom Lake is 66-70 degrees, making wetsuits mandatory. More details will be provided later on water temp, which is dependent on the timing of the annual snowmelt in the Sierra Nevada.

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RACER COMMENTS

"This was THE best event I participated in last year, my first ironman included. Awesome course!"

- Bill Hadley, San Francisco, CA

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"This race is in my all-time top-5 of the ~200 that I lavished wealth upon and languished through in my career. It's virtually a sacred experience and pilgrimage for anyone that really understands the essence of this sport."

- David Burgdorf, Claremont, CA

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"Life isn't all about personal bests -- this course frees the athlete from personal expectations. It’s exactly the sort of race many people need."

- Gordo Byrn, Professional Triathlete, one-man cottage industry, web guru (www.gordoworld.com), author of "Going Long", 2003 champion

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"This race sparks my passion for the sport. It's what racing should be about – the toughest athlete prevails."

- Tim DeBoom, Professional Triathlete, 2x Hawaii Ironman World Champion, 2004 World's Toughest Half champion, husband of world-famous triathlete and 2004 World's Toughest Half female champion Nicole DeBoom.

Pictured: Legends at Auburn International Long Course: 2003 Champion Gordo Byrn. 2004 Champions Tim DeBoom and Nicole DeBoom