The next triathlon on the Siesta Beach is called the Siesta Sprint, set for Aug. 1. For more information, visit runsignup.com/Race/Events/FL/Sarasota/Siestakeyretrotriathlon.
The Sirens and Merman triathlon was held on the Key on June 27, involving a quarter-mile swim in the Gulf, an 11-mile bike ride, and a 3.1-mile run.
Here is some footage of participants coming out of the water en route to their bicycles:
