Omaha will host its first Olympic-length triathlon next August. Organizers expect more than 1,000 athletes to take part in the event which is certified by the national governing body, USA Triathlon.

The race will include a 1.5 kilometer swim, a 40 kilometer bike ride and a 10 kilometer run. The event will also include relay team and Aquabike competitions. Online registration begins Wednesday, October 7th at www.omahatriathlon.com

“Triathlons are quickly becoming some of the most popular amateur sporting events in the U.S., “ said Bill Burke, race director of the Omaha Triathlon. “We think that Omaha provides a prefect venue for the start of such and elite athletic event.”