HITS Triathlon Series Adds New 2012 Race in Colorado; First Full Distance Triathlon Introduced in Fort Collins

Galena, IL Event Postponed Due to Marina Renovations

Fort Collins, Colo. – October 12, 2011 – HITS, Inc. announced today that the HITS Triathlon Series, the first national race series to feature five distances at each venue with events taking place at unique destinations all year long, has added Fort Collins, CO to its list of 2012 event locations. Scheduled to take place July 28-29, HITS Triathlon Fort Collins will replace the previously scheduled Galena, IL race.

Located in northern Colorado and nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins provides the perfect backdrop for the HITS Triathlon Series. HITS, Inc. will be the first organization to host a full distance triathlon in Fort Collins, a popular race venue for triathletes throughout the region.

Six-Time Ironman World Champion Dave Scott named official race ambassador

For nearly 20 years, six-time Ironman World Champion Dave Scott has called Colorado his home. In addition to being a USA Triathlon Hall of Fame inductee, he trains many of today’s most talented triathletes including this year’s Ironman World Champion Chrissie Wellington. Dave will announce the start of the HITS Triathlon Series Fort Collins half and full distance races, and serve as the event’s official ambassador. Read more…