Portland's Urban Epic Triathlon

If you have ever wanted to try a triathlon, the 2009 Portland Urban Epic is the one to start with. A half-mile swim, 13-mile bike ride, and 4-mile run is a nice introduction to the world of triathletes, but if all of that is too much, you can put together a relay team to achieve your goal.
On July 18, 2009, more than two hundred athletes of varying levels will gather at East End Beach to begin the race.

• The half-mile swim is a triangle that begins and ends at East End Beach. Wet suits are required because of the frigid... I mean, refreshingly cool water temperature.
• After a short half-mile run to the indoor t....