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The course for the East Cooper Coastal Triathlon is absolutely breathtaking; a course that challenges athletic ability and at the same time rewards the senses with the beauty of a unique natural environment. The low lying Isle of Palms Connector that rises 80 feet above the Intercoastal Waterway provides a panoramic view of Sullivan's Island, the Atlantic Ocean, the two mile expanse of marsh that joins Isle of Palms to Mount Pleasant, and the new Cooper River Bridge off in the distance. Hungry Neck Boulevard, which will be closed to traffic, will provide cyclists, with a criterium-like bike race midway through the triathlon. Crossing over Breach Inlet onto Sullivan's Island and back creates the feeling of almost skimming across the water. The finish line at The Shoppes at Seaside Farms will embrace the finishers with a flourish. A shuttle bus will be available to ferry finishers back to the Isle of Palms.
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From The Tent - Important Race Information |
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Packet pick-up and late registration for the 2009 East cooper Coastal Triathlon will be Friday and Saturday at TrySports in Mount Pleasant between 4 and 7 PM. Packet pickup and registration on raceday will resume at 6 AM at the Isle of Palms County Park. PLEASE come early to avoid the last minute rush. TRYSPORTS and COMMONWEALTH INSURANCE GROUP are our presenting sponsors and have done an amazing job with their commitment to the East Cooper Coastal Triathlon. Many of the "extras" that are so evident at our triathlon are a direct result of our Presenting Sponsor's generosity. TRYSPORTS (843) 849-9292 is offering wetsuit rentals but there are a limited number of wetsuits and sizes available so contact them directly (and soon) if you are in need of a wetsuit for the triathlon. Thanks to everyone for your continued support of this great event; we have entries from nine states for Sunday's triathlon. And with nearly 20 teams entered the competition in the relays is going to be fierce. As always, be careful- looking forward to a great event to kick off the triathlon season. Paul and Kathleen King |