Pendleton hosts 5th Annual Sprint Triathlon

More than 1,200 triathletes swam, cycled and sprinted to the finish line during Camp Pendleton’s 2011 Sprint Triathlon, Aug. 6.

The Sprint Triathlon occurs annually as part of the Marine Special Operations Command Hard Corps Race Series, and serves as the fourth of the six annual events offered for participants.

“This is by far one of the best triathlon courses that I’ve ran,” said Navy Nurse Corps Lt. Molly Cook, who has participated in more than 30 triathlons in her three years of competing. “The support you get from the Marines and sailors who volunteer is what truly separates this course f...