The Ironman Canada triathlon, held Penticton late August, is a gruelling race consisting of a 3.8-kilometre swim, a 180-kilometre bike ride and a 42.2-kilometre run.
Any one of these events is a significant undertaking. Together, they form an intense competition.
This year, because of the wildfires and smoke affecting the Okanagan, the event has been cancelled. However, competing in a future event remains a goal for many.
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