2013 Frantic Frog Sprint Triathlon

I was able to photograph the 13th Annual Frantic Frog sprint triathlon. This race distance is wonderful because athletes of all ages, sizes, and ability levels come together to play in three sports, consecutively. I used some of the images in my final project for the printing class I was taking. Here are the images I used:

This race does the transition area right! They roll out the carpet for your wet feet to dry off on, and you can even wipe the sand off your feet before embarking upon your bike ride. 

Body marking is quick and painless. Volunteers are standing just outside the transition area to tag you with oversized Sharpies.

The open water swim happens in beautiful Goosepond Colony. Athletes jump off of the dock, swim past several buoys for easy sighting, turn around and swim to shore.

The 14.5 mile bike ride takes athletes through beautiful parts if Scottsboro, Alabama. 

The 5K run involves a little bit of trail running, but hits the streets for a good bit as well. 

The unofficial fourth event in a triathlon is "beer recarbing" (for those who are of age, of course). This year, Flat Tire was on tap. It was a cool welcome for hot, sweaty athletes!

Fresh Jambalaya filled the bellies of athletes and supporters alike. 

Frantic Froggers, ready to tri!

The day was warm, with just enough breeze to keep spectators from having heat stroke. Make sure to mark your calendars so you can head out to Goosepond Colony next year, either as an athlete or a spectator. You will not be disappointed!

For a look at all of the images of the day, go to my SmugMug gallery!