Project DM is an extreme triathlon that was inspired by my interest in the world famous extreme triathlon, the Norseman. In October of 2014, I entered the lottery hoping to get a spot. When my name was not drawn, I was bummed, but I did not give up in my desire to do an extreme long course triathlon in 2015. I then had the crazy idea to create my own version of the Norseman in my home state of Arizona, located in the Southwestern corner of the United States. I looked at many possible routes for a point to point course that I thought would meet the qualifications of being ‘Extreme” and I think I succeeded. Project DM is my vision for a race that I think will physically and mentally challenge even the best athletes. I hope you will agree.
The course is very scenic as it passes though the different climates zones in the vast state of Arizona. The race starts at Roosevelt Lake with an Elevation of 2100 ft. and after 17,000 ft of ascent over 155 miles, finishes at Humphrey’s Peak (the highest point in Arizona) at 12,633 ft.
The second and most important vision for Project DM is to help others in the process. For 2019, both Athletes and participating support are required to secure their entry with a minimum of a $200 (Full Race) and $75 (Single sport) donation to one or more of the official Project DM charities. Please help me fulfill this important vision in helping others in need!