Tri-California Events Launches the ALCATRAZ Triathlon in 2010

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Tri-California Events proudly announces
the launch of the ALCATRAZ TRIATHLON in San Francisco, California. On Sunday,
August 29, 2010, 1800 swimmers, bikers and runners will christen the inaugural
Tri-California ALCATRAZ Triathlon. Terry Davis, president of Tri-California
Events, has 30 years experience race directing triathlons including Escape
from Alcatraz for the last 12 years. He has decided it is time to launch a
Tri-California Alcatraz Triathlon for the athletes. "We want to provide our
triathletes the full Tri-California Events experience, from online
registration, to an incredible and safe course, to the latest technology in
timing, to a memorable finish experience for all," states Terry. "Our number
one priority is the triathletes; we have a passion for what we do and our
industry. After producing some of the largest triathlons in the world, we
understand what it takes to provide a level of service that surpasses the
expectations of the athletes and spectators and will create memories that will
last a lifetime." Tri-California will provide more support for our charitable
groups, such as the Challenged Athletes Foundation, the Leukemia and Lymphoma
Society's Team-N-Training, FCA Endurance, and many local youth and service
groups.

The new ALCATRAZ Triathlon will become part of the Tri-California Race Series
which includes: The AVIA Wildflower Triathlons on April 30-May 2, The San
Francisco Triathlon at Treasure Island on July 9-11, The Triathlon at Pacific
Grove Sept 10-12, and Scott Tinley's Triathlon in San Luis Obispo County on
October 1-3rd.

Registration for the event is on a first come basis and is expected to sell
out quickly. Registration opens November 27th at www.tricalifornia.com .
Entry fees $320 for individuals and $160 for relay members until January 1.

The 1.5 mile swim begins with a Ferry jump into the bay off the shore of San
Francisco's infamous Alcatraz Island, and ends just east of the Yacht Harbor
at Marina Green. The 25-mile bike course travels through the hills and coast
of San Francisco, with spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Legion of
Honor, and the Pacific Coast cliffs, and Golden Gate Park. The 8-mile run
goes the bay, under the Golden Gate Bridge, to Baker Beach and up the infamous
Sand Ladder back to Marina Green.

SOURCE Tri-California Events

Terry Davis, President and owner, Tri-California Events Inc., +1-831-373-0678,
terry@tricalifornia.com