Polson hosts first triathlon

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A cyclist races through miles of farmland along Eli Gap Road, southwest of Polson.

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Matt Seeley, Polson Triathalon race director, sprints past Polson High School Saturday followed by his escort Tel Motichka.

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Quinn Harlan, left, Tegan Bauer and Amanda Stobie help man the Polson High School Cross Country Team aid station during the Polson Triathlon. Their theme was superheroes, and they had special cheers for their cross country coach Matt Seeley.

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A somersault makes entry into the Flathead River more fun for a male triathlete as he begins the Polson Triathlon.

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Three triathletes head for the docks at Riverside Park Saturday as they finish their 1.5 kilometer swim, only to head for their bicycles for round two.

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The cycling portion of the triathlon begins at Riverside Park and an uphill climb to Kerr Dam Road, Valley View Road, Eli Gap Road and then Back Road before the cyclists return to Riverside Park.
Issue Date: 8/22/2012
Last Updated: 10/14/2013 3:57:58 PM |
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