I've worked out for quite a while with a Triathlon club but haven't done one, yet. Would love to some day. I really have to work on my swimming though.I do love tri-bikes though. I did el Tour de Tucson once, down in your neck of the woods, back in '97 with Lance and 2500 other people. You guys know how to put on a bike event!!
I'm surprised the Softrides never really took off. They are the most comfortable tri-bike I've ever ridden. My other bike is a Vision R45 recumbent. Completely different leg workout.
Devin