Ironman 70.3 EagleMan

The EagleMan Half Ironman Triathlon had its roots as The Oxford Triathlon in 1980 under the directorship of Oxford, Maryland native Fletcher Hanks.

In 1990, he moved the race to nearby Cambridge across the Choptank River into Dorchester County and renamed it "The Endurance". After Hanks retired in 1992, the event was again renamed in honor of the majestic bald eagle, the symbol of freedom and opportunity and an inhabitant of Dorchester County and the vast Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, through which much of the bike course goes.

This event is as mentally and physically demanding as any Ironman 70.3 race. The water conditions can be very choppy and and rough and the bike and run courses, while flat, can and often do get very windy and hot. There is little shade to be found. The shear challenge of these conditions cannot be underestimated. This race will select only the mentally and physically toughest to travel the "Road to Kona".

A look at the past winners of the race provides a who's who of Ironman history. Dave Horning, Lynn Brooks, Scott Molina, Paul Huddle, Troy Jacobson, Colleen Cannon, Lori Bowden, Natascha Badmann, Tim DeBoom, Chris Legh and Luke Bell are just a few of the sports biggest names who have competed over the years.

Race director Rob Vigorito's unsurpassed and boundless energy has helped make the Eagleman one of the outstanding races on the Ironman 70.3 circuit. While the prize money entices much of the incredible field that appears every year, it's Vigo, his race crew and the welcoming community that ensures the incredible loyalty of both the pros and age group athletes who make it a regular date on their race calendar.