HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON NEW YORK - JONES BEACH Swim: Start your race with a 1.2-mile counter-clockwise swim in the calm, protected waters of Zach’s Bay, with an average water temperature of 65°F (18°C). Bike: Transitioning at Jones Beach Theatre, enjoy a 56-mile ride on the closed Wantagh Parkway. This historic roadway offers 6 lanes and a unique, traffic-free cycling experience. Run: The final 13.1-mile run takes place along the scenic Jones Beach Boardwalk, culminating with a memorable ...