HALF DISTANCE VICTORIA CANADA is one of the most breathtaking and challenging triathlons in Canada, The swim segment takes place in the clear, pristine waters of Elk Lake, where athletes will tackle a 1.2-mile swim in a clockwise direction. The water is refreshingly cool and the conditions are usually calm, making it an ideal start to the race. The bike segment is where the real challenge begins, with a 56-mile course that takes athletes through the scenic countryside surrounding Victoria. ...