Entries open for new Island athletic challenge

The first ever TT Triathlon is coming to the Island next June.

If you’ve ever wanted to put your fitness to the ultimate test, now’s your chance.

Entries are open for the first Isle of Man TT Triathlon.

It’s planned for June, 30th 2013 and organisers hope to see up to a thousand applicants from the Island and further afield.

The competition involves a two-point-four mile swim, 112 mile bike ride followed by a full marathon.

Race director Richard Wallace says the Island encapsulates everything the event thrives on:

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