Without power and little Internet access and no races to cover, TriDuo went in search of a new triathlon course. The ideal course start is just a few blocks from our front door so we decided that the newly created swimming hole, Midtown Tunnel, would be an ideal place for the swim.

Since we prefer Olympic Distance races and longer swims, the swim will be from Norfolk towards Portsmouth - turn around at the VDOT truck . The double yellow lines will divide the swim course.

Obviously the road conditions call for off-road bikes and superb bike handling. We do not recommend you try this at home without the supervision of trained USAT officials.

The run will require some careful steps but at least the cars have been neutralized.