Try a Tri set for Saturday

The fifth annual Sisters Athletic Club "Try a Tri" mini-triathlon is set for Saturday, June 6, and organizer Tate Metcalf invites any last-minute entrants who are wishing to take part to sign up right away.

"It's perfect for a first-time triathlete," said Metcalf. "The distances are manageable and can even be shared as a team."

The swim portion includes 425 yards indoors at the athletic club, followed by a 12-mile out-and-back bike section that heads south on Elm Street toward Three Creeks Lake and back. The three-mile run will be on paved roads and conclude back at Sisters Athletic Club.

"The beauty of the event is that it can be as challenging as you want it to be," Metcalf said.

The event kicks off at 9 a.m. Saturday. Entry forms are available at Sisters Athletic Club. Day-of-race entry is an additional $10, so Metcalf encourages folks to sign up before Friday afternoon if they want to save a little cash.

For more information call 549-6878.