Course description
A half-distance race in scenic Provence with a swim in Lake Peyrolles. The 90 km bike alternates between flat and hilly sections on technical roads around the Montagne Sainte-Victoire. The three-loop run leads through city and forest, including the twisty Parc de la Torse, to the city-centre finish.
Coach tip
The technical, hilly bike demands experience — ride with foresight and don't over-pace the climbs. The Mistral wind can be strong and dangerous on descents: stay focused and controlled. The twisty run in Parc de la Torse, with its many turns, isn't ideal for a personal best.