March 4, 2005 - Triathlon World, a new retail store, is proud to announce its Grand Opening on Saturday, April 2. Triathlon World will be catering to triathletes and runners specializing in running shoes and apparel, wet suits, tri-bikes and many hard to find items.

Husband and wife, Terry and Lea Harth, are the owners of Triathlon World. Terry has been an avid runner and swimmer for over 25 years and a triathlete for more than 13 years. "This is a one-stop triathlon store for all three sports: swimming, cycling and running, " said Terry Harth.

"Our commitment is to our customers and their passion to the sport of triathlon, " commented Lea Harth. "We will pride ourselves on our reputation as a specialty running and triathlon store and will only carry those products we would be proud to use ourselves."

Triathlon World will also have a full-service Web site where information can be found and orders placed.

Terry Harth adds, "Our Grand Opening will have special guest and professional triathlete Nicole DeBoom present for autographs and special presentations. Nicole is last year's Wisconsin Ironman Women's Champion."

Triathlon World is located at 7435 117th Avenue in Kenosha, WI. For store hours or directions, the public can call the store after April 1 at 262-857-TRI3 or visit the Web site after March 27 at www.TriathlonWorldUSA.com.