IRONMAN FL- Heads up!! PSA

PSA:  As a local attorney and triathlete I am keenly aware of some of the most recent accidents we've had at IMFL.  We have one intersection on the BIKE course that despite having police in it directing traffic and signs/volunteers everywhere, it seems about 1-2 times every 2-3 years, a cyclist in the race is struck by a car. I have represented 3 of them in the past 3 years. Imagine the heartbreak of coming all this way, (one of clients was from Canada!) spending all the money and riding 100+ miles on the bike, only to be clipped by a car, ruin your bike and break an arm or clavicle. Race day over!

The intersection on the bike course is FRONT BEACH ROAD and Highway 79.  Assume we have idiots visiting/tourists and KEEP YOUR HEAD ON SWIVEL going through this and all intersections despite beach police controlling intersection. Don't assume it's all good even in a race as well run as this one. Just my PSA for the day!  Our local community is very proud to host this event each year and want it safe for all.