Certainly one of the most interesting swims in all of triathlon is the Escape from Alcatraz
The classic Escape from Alcatraz race is best know for the former Federal prison in San Francisco Bay that bears the races name. Triathletes are taken out to the prison in a boat and must jump into the chilly water of San Francisco Bay, and swim to Golden Gate Park before starting out on the bike and run.
Perry Sjogren, raced this past weekend, just sent us this fun video in which he captures the entire swim on camera.
Perry writes, "When I first heard about the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, I thought the swim portion was absolutely insane and anyone who swam it was nuts. It's funny how things can change. One of my biggest fears in life is now one of my most incredible joys. This race (especially the swim) is truly the funnest, yet most challenging triathlon's, I've ever competed in. I decided to get it on film this year."
We think you 'll agree that this video certainly does a great job in capturing the spirit of this classic triathlon race.
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