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Firefighter runs triathlon to raise money for fire departments

The firefighter will run the entire 26.2 miles in full turnout gear with SCBA

By Andy Ouriel
The Sandusky Register

Hackenburg signed up for the Revolution3 Triathlon this September in Sandusky, demanding athletes first swim 2.4 miles and bike 112 miles throughout Erie County.

But during the race’s last leg — a 26.2 mile run — he’s abandoning the traditional running outfit of a T-shirt, shorts and cap.

Instead, Hackenburg plans to suit up in full fire turnout gear, which weighs about 60 pounds. Wearing the helmet, a coat and an air pack, Hackenburg aims to create buzz for a charitable effort.

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