The inaugural 2012 Ironman U.S Championship is a new addition to the prestigious Ironman global series. The 140.6-mile race will take place in parts of both New York City and New Jersey, making it the most metropolitan environment ever to host an Ironman. The course will include a 2.4-mile swim in the Hudson River; a 112-mile bike ride on the Palisades Parkway in Bergen and Rockland Counties; and a 26.2-mile run beginning in New Jersey and finishing in Riverside Park in Manhattan.  Covenant House is  proud to be part of this historic event and encourage athletes to take on this incredible endurance challenge with the Home Team!