Finish Strong Tommy Sustala competed along side 1,800 athletes in the San Francisco Triathlon at Alcatraz race on Saturday, August 29. Tommy finished this treacherous 1.2 mile swim, agonizingly hilly 25 mile bike, and scenic 7 mile run event in just 2:48:38. Tommy finished 4th of the 111 athletes in his 40-44 age group and 26th overall. He had a 30:38 swim, 1:17:19 bike, and 56:01 run.
You get a better sense for how difficult this race must be when reading the course description.
You get a better sense for how difficult this race must be when reading the course description.
"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. The swim will start your journey but the hills of San Francisco may just be the hardest section on the course. You will find sharp turns, fast descents and agonizing climbs to test your aerobic endurance and mental fortitude.
Next you get to take in the scenic views of the San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Bridge 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 this will be a race you will never forget!"
Next you get to take in the scenic views of the San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Bridge 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 this will be a race you will never forget!"
Congrats to Tommy for conquering this race!
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