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...triathlon, involves only two sports, running (or walking) and cycling--no swimming. If you have patients thinking about getting started in multi-sport racing who don't look forward to training in three sports; or who are looking for challenging event but one less demanding than even a short, "sprint-distance" triathlon; or who are weak in or not thrilled with swimming; or who are desirous of doing a multi-sport event that is logistically simpler than a triathlon; or who are most comfortable on their bikes and perfectly happy to do the bulk of training while cycling; or any combination of the above, then suggest that they think about "doin' the 'du.'"

The duathlon is easier for most people to contemplate and execute than the triathlon. The usual distances are 2-3 miles for each of the two running segments and 12-18 miles on the bike. The format also appeals to race directors: duathlons are significantly easier and cheaper to set up and manage than are triathlons.

While the essence of multi-sport racing has changed little, if at all, there have been some important developments over the past 25 years. The...

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