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Ab Doyle during the 4 km run.

On July 17th at 6pm, two local residents began a tough challenge at the Penn Lake Pursuit in Marathon, Ontario. Kristy LaChance and Ab Doyle competed in what is called a Sprint Triathlon. A 'Sprint' means that distances for each event are cut in half compared to a regular Triathlon. Swimming distance was 750m, Biking was 18.8km and Running was just over 4 km. There was also a Try Triathlon for anyone willing to get out there and just give it a 'try'. All ages were invited to attempt.
Ab and Kristy have been training together for quite sometime now, with swims from the Lion's beach to the dock and back. As well as, riding their bikes out highway 614. It all paid off as Ab Doyle finished 3rd in his age category and Kristy finished 2nd in hers. That's not it for the duo either, Ab Doyle is headed to another event this weekend and Kristy will be attempting the St. Joseph Island Sprint Triathlon on August 14th. We wish them both the best of luck.

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Kristy LaChance pedaling thru 18.8 kms

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