One-half triathlon unprecedented event for Oconee

On a splendid weather day, Oconee County and its natural terrains hosted an athletic competition in which fittest men and women participated. In and around South Cove Park, a one-half triathlon was staged in which more than 200 athletes swam, cycled, and ran. Charlotte Waters of Visit Oconee says it was an especially good event to allow the county to show itself off to visitors. One thing they’ve learned going forward is that, although triathlon participants are some of the fittest athletes, Oconee likely will adjust future triathlon courses to roads that aren’t quite as steep as some of those on yesterday’s course.