Pacific Open Water Swim Series Set for Summer in Kent, WA

(4-22-09) From Press Release - Raise the Bar presents the first Pacific Northwest Open Water Swim Series this summer to swimmers and triathletes at Lake Meridian Park in Kent, WA. Participants can choose from the 1/2-mile, 1.2- or 2.4-mile distances in either a wetsuit or non-wetsuit division on three Friday nights: 6/12, 7/10 and 8/7. Prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women in each category.

Registration fees are $30 per race or $75 for the 3-race series. As with all Raise the Bar events, participants can expect an energetic atmosphere, support for the nervous, solid competition, and great food. If interested, they also offer training programs to prepare for open water racing and triathlons. Visit www.weraisethebar.com for more information.