Vermilion Harbor Triathlon this weekend

Swim start at the annual HFP Racing, Vermilion Harbour Triathlon

The Back Roads and Beaches olympic relay team is ready for this weekend’s Vermilion Harbor Triathlon and Duathlon. BRaB consists of Jim Janasko (swim), Todd Westley (bike) and Joanna Johnson (run). Jim Galloway will also be competing in the olympic distance for Back Roads and Beaches.

The Vermilion Harbor Triathlon is part HFP Racing’s Wheelie Fun Triathlon and Duathlon series. It takes place, Sunday, August 15 beginning at 8am. Saturday, August 14 will be "Girls Tri Too." An all-women’s tri consisting of a 250-yard swim, followed by a 7-mile bike and a 2-mile run. Click here to sign up for “Girls Tri Too.”

If you’re planning to stay overnight, check out the Visit Lorain County website for some great lodging options. In addition to hotels, you’ll also find some great places to visit locally as well including great restaurants, outdoor recreation options, museums, galleries and more. The route of the Vermilion Harbor Triathlon encompasses part of the Back Roads and Beaches route so if you have some extra time, make sure to check out the whole route while you’re in town.

Lodging for the 2009 Vermilion Harbor Triathlon

We hear from the Oberlin Inn that they will be offering a special rate to participants of the Vermilion Harbor Triathlon. From the Oberlin Inn:

“The Oberlin Inn is pleased to offer an $89 rate good for participants and guests of Vermilion Harbor Triathletes good for the nights of August 14, 15 and 16.

Guests will stay in beautiful Oberlin located on the Back Roads and Beaches bike route. While staying, check out a variety of green, organic, local and vegetarian eateries; Oberlin College campus, local Underground Railroad History, art galleries and museums. Work out and swim at the Splash Zone Recreation Complex and pool for a nominal fee.”

Call 440-775-1111 for reservations and mention the Vermilion Harbor Triathlon special rate.