One of the best HIM distance races in the northeast. Cheaper, better logistics and better atmosphere than lots of IRONMAN events. The whole town of Geneva supports this race. Lake swim is great, bike course is awesome (there is about a mile on a gravel section, but no

Nothing super special about the race itself (although, it was wonderfully flat) but it was pretty cool as part of the Nebraska State Fair. You can basically run the race, take a shower (they offer free showers there), and then wander the state fair eating fried oreos and other fun

Rugged maniac was great! The only thing I have to complain about was where the pile to toss my shoes in was (way out of the way) and the parking but because we arrived late, I was able to appreciate how easy the check in was! And GREAT beer at the