Challenge Roth is a triathlon race organised by in and around Roth bei Nürnberg, Bavaria, Germany. It is held annually in July.
competitors preparing to start the 2005 race
A triathlon is an endurance multisport race consisting of swimming, cycling, and running over various distances. Triathletes compete for fastest overall completion time, racing each segment sequentially with the time transitioning between the disciplines included. The word is of Greek origin, from τρεῖς or treis (three) and ἆθλος or athlos (competition).
The three typical components of triathlon: swimming, cycling, and running.
1922 Course des trois sports
Competition and pressure for faster times have led to the development of specialized triathlon clothing that is adequate for both swimming and cycling, such as speedsuits.
Reality TV's "Survivor" contestant, Parvati Shallow, dressed to compete in the 2008 Nautica Triathlon Malibu Individual Open for females.