This event builds on the history of one of California's longest-running events.  Santa Cruz has all things outdoors; surf, sand, and sun.  From historic lighthouses, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum to the Beach Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Wharf.  A California coastline course with a beach finish line.  The race will include a 1.2 mile swim around the wharf, a 56 mile loop bike ride on Highway 1, and a 13.1 run to Wilder Ranch and back to a dramatic finish at Cowell Beach.

Additional information can be found at http://ironman.com/im703-santa-cruz