Leaning Tower YMCA Triathlon

The weather might not scream outdoor sporting season right now, but hundreds of athletes are still braving the elements in the 29th annual Leaning Tower YMCA Youth Triathlon in northwest suburban Niles. The youth triathlon is on Saturday, May 17 and the adults get their turn on Sunday, May 18. All proceeds benefit the Y's annual fund, which provides financial assistance to help members of our community join the Y and participate in programs they couldn't otherwise afford.

YMCA Chicago Heath, Wellness and Fitness Director Danny Rubio and youth triathlete Gavin Trotter joined us live during our ABC 7 Eyewitness News Saturday morning to tell us about the sporting event.

Leaning Tower YMCA Youth Triathlon

Saturday, May 17,

8 a.m.-noon

Ages 7-10: 100 meter swim, 4 kilometer bike, 1 kilometer run

Ages 11-14: 200 meter swim, 8 kilometer bike, 2 kilometer run

6300 W. Touhy Ave. , Niles, Ill.

Leaning Tower YMCA Adult Triathlon

Sunday, May 18,

First wave begins at 7 a.m.

450-yard swim, 18 kilometer bike and 5 kilometer run