I've done 2 tri's at Blue Lake, one sprint, one olympic. Water is cold (but you knew that) and a little weedy in August, but not too bad. Bike is nice and flat along the Columbia River, but pretty windy. Run is through Blue Lake park and then along Marine Drive a bit. Not too hilly, but there's a little uphill right at the finish.

Overall, I think the AA Sports folks put on a good race, and this is no exception. Well organized and supported.

I'm undecided if I'm tri-ing this year, but if I do, I'll definitely do this race!