Pleasant Prairie, WI (July 25, 2005) - Local event organizers are proud to announce that Lauren Jensen has joined the committee as the Official Spokesperson for the Pleasant Prairie Triathlon. She will be working with the event committee to promote Pleasant Prairie as one of the best-kept secrets one the Midwest race calendar with it's location (right between Chicago and Milwaukee) and race venue with a clean, spring fed lake and flat/fast bike and run courses .

In addition, Lauren will also be providing support to the race participants on Saturday, August 20 with two free transition clinics in the afternoon, Q & A sessions during the course talks as well as providing expert assistance to the young stars of multi-sport at the Kid's Race.

"Pleasant Prairie offers an incredible venue for athletes of all abilities. Danskin triathletes can try to improve their times on the sprint course, try the duathlon or even move up to the Olympic Distance. Seasoned triathletes can try for a PR on the fast, flat course. Ironman Wisconsin athletes can join me in making the Pleasant Prairie triathlon the perfect race during their final push in their Ironman preparation. I will be around all weekend to answer questions and help everyone race to the best of their ability," said Jensen.

NEW FOR 2005: Convenient Chicago Area Packet Pickup & Registration

Take advantage of this convenient pre-race packet pickup and registration at Running Away, 1753 N. Damon Ave., Chicago.
Date: Sunday, August 14
Time: 12 pm - 4 pm
Packet Pickup Fee: $9

Note: Participants picking up their packets or registering at Running Away will be permitted to rack their bikes on Sunday August 21. All other participants are required to rack their bikes on Saturday August 20.

For complete race information visit www.PleasantPrairieTriathlon.com or call 262-947-0437.