Half Distance Triathlon North Carolina: A Scenic Race Adventure The Half Distance Triathlon in North Carolina offers a breathtaking journey from Wrightsville Beach to historic downtown Wilmington, finishing near the iconic Battleship North Carolina. Swim: A 1.2-mile, current-assisted swim in a saltwater channel at Wrightsville Beach. Expect fast times and wetsuit-friendly temperatures (upper 60s to low 70s °F). Bike: A flat and fast 56-mile course through rural roads, crossing the Cape Fear ...