GULF SHORES AND ORANGE BEACH, Ala. — Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals, in association with the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission (GSOBSC), the city of Gulf Shores and The Hangout, invites triathletes from near and far to participate in the Alabama Coastal Triathlon or the “Tri-It-On” triathlon on Saturday, Sept. 6.

The scenic events will take off from The Hangout in Gulf Shores at 6:30 a.m. for the “Tri-It-On” racers followed by a 7 a.m. start for those taking on the long course triathlon challenge.

As part of the Best of the U.S. Amateur Triathlete Championship, the course proves to be both beautiful and challenging. Bill Brett, vice president of Brett/Robinson, connects the competitive spirit of this race with the stunning backdrop and environment of Alabama’s beaches.

“Brett/Robinson is delighted to sponsor an event that embodies the spirit of serious competition, personal challenges and even first-timers,” Brett said. “The Team Magic organization coupled with the Gulf Shores venue makes this the ideal event for all walks of life. What better way to compete than to roll out of your hotel room at the starting line with a dip in the Gulf of Mexico! Swim, bike and run – at the beach.”

Beth Gendler, vice president of sales for the GSOBSC, expresses the importance and value of volunteers.

“Volunteers are the backbone of any event in our communities, and the triathlon is no different,” Gendler said. “Time and time again, locals prove to be the true heroes of our local athletic events, and we celebrate them. We humbly ask our local heroes to come together and help the triathlon go off without a hitch!”

Packet pick-up for both races will take place at The Hangout on Friday, Sept. 5 from 4-7 p.m. and Saturday from 5-6 a.m. Following the races, participants may continue the fun at The Hangout for food and beverages as well as an awards ceremony from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Registration details for the triathlon are as follows:

Individual: $120 through Aug. 16, $145 from Aug. 17-Sept. 3

Two-Person Relay Team: $170 through Aug. 16, $195 from Aug. 17-Sept. 3

Three-Person Relay Team: $195 through Aug. 16, $220 from Aug. 17-Sept. 3

Registration details for the “Tri-It-On” event:

Individual: $60 through Aug. 16, $80 from Aug. 17-Sept. 3

Two-Person Relay Team: $90 through Aug. 16, $110 from Aug. 17-Sept. 3

Three-Person Relay Team: $105 through Aug. 16, $125 from Aug. 17-Sept. 3

To sign up for the Brett/Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon or the “Tri-It-On” triathlon, go to TeamMagic.com. Visit Team-Magic.com/Volunteers/Sign-Up to register as a volunteer. For great rates at Phoenix All Suites Hotel, contact Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals at 251-968-7363 or visit Brett-Robinson.com.

For information on upcoming athletic events along Alabama’s Gulf Coast, visit GulfShoresOrangeBeachSports.com, or call 1-800-745-SAND.