Selecting an Ironman race
I am beginning to think about when I might like to do my first full IM race. I am thinking 2006 both in terms of giving myself enough time to build up to it, and also because I know registrations usually close pretty quickly. What suggestions do you all have for selecting a race? I would like to do one where the course is not too terribly difficult! Also, the month of the race might be a factor, since I live in Pittsburgh the winter climate can make those long rides/runs a challenge (not to mention acclimating to racing in warm weather). Probably the soonest I would feel ready for the full IM distance would be fall/winter 2005. Is there a list of all the IMs in the US available somewhere?
Thanks!!