Tinsel Triathlon in Hemet, California

The city of Hemet, California is approximately equidistant between the city of Los Angeles proper and the Joshua Tree National Park. In fact, just South East of LA, Hemet is one of the few actual cities located on the long stretch of highway between Los Angeles and Phoenix, AZ; to attract the maximum amount of people for an event, the city of Hemet, CA appears perfectly suited. On the outskirts of Palm Springs and Palm Desert the city of Hemet is accurately positioned for maximum benefit for a wintertime outdoor event like a triathlon.

For that matter, finding a triathlon that has some history at its back is an important component to making sure you make the most of your time on the course. If you a training triathlete and you want to see what a true triathlon is all about then you may wish to drop in on the 22nd Annual City of Hemet Tinsel Triathlon going on Sunday December 9th, 2007. This 5K run, 12 mile bike ride, and 150 M swim is a favorite among locals as well as others who travel great distances to participate in this event.

It may be because of the personal accomplishment that is had when you are able to complete something as challenging as a triathlon and it may have more to do with the fact that this event is sponsored by the United Way of Central County but people come from all over to participate in this event. A number of other positive sponsors have gotten in on this great event including AMR Medical, The Valley Chronicle, City of Hemet Police Officers Association, West Valley High School, H & R Block, the Morongo Band of Mission Indians, and Starbucks Coffee among many others.