San Fransico Triathlon at Alcatraz 2010

I have been told that triathlons are addictive. And I do have to admit I would like to do another and hate to wait until next year when the one I did rolls around again. My friend sent me a link for some triathlons around California. Here is a description of one:

Swimming from Alcatraz Island was once thought to be impossible. This year, 1,800 athletes make the treacherous swim, fighting the strong currents and ever looming fear of what lies below the water's surface.This is certainly not a race for the faint of heart as the swim is just phase one of your Tri-California San Francisco Triathlon at Alcatraz journey.

Next, jump on your bike and head up and down the hills of San Francisco's sharp turns, fast descents and agonizing climbs.

Putting the bike leg behind you is merely conquering 2/3 of the race. Now you get to take in the scenic views of the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge and as you weave your way back to the finish line the shadows of Alcatraz Island loom as a reminder of your epic race. Throw in a beach run with a 400 step sand ladder and you have one of the most difficult triathlons in the world.Come prepared both physically and mentally to challenge yourself as only a triathlete can.

What do you think? Ha! I think that I might be a little too faint of heart for this one! I don't think this is one that my friend had in mind for me.