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Ironman Wales
Triathlon: Swim 2.4mi, Bike 112mi, Run 26.2mi
Ironman Wales
Triathlon: Swim 2.4mi, Bike 112mi, Run 26.2mi
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Kicking off with one of the most beautiful swim locations on the Ironman circuit and complemented with highly challenging bike and swim legs. Renowned for its phenomenal spectator support, with some of the most raucous and enthusiastic crowds in all of endurance sport, this race is also the first shot at Kona qualification for the following year.
Review summary
4.9
4 Reviews
- Course
- Organisation
- Atmosphere
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Nicholas S
"Hard race, great town, great locals, great support, fantastic atmosphere, super..."
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Owen B
"Great start on the north beach with the crowds and anthem proper goose..."
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Dave A
"What an experience! Amazing place and the crowd support and atmosphere was..."
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How to enter the Ironman Wales
Ironman Wales route
Swim The race starts off at North Beach. A 2 lap swim course is followed by 1K transition. Wetsuits are compulsory, and athletes will be set off in a rolling swim start according to their own expected swim time.
Bike The bike section will take competitors along the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, with plenty more famous landmarks along the route. The course climbs 2100m in total.
Run The antiquated town walls and pretty beachfront set the scene for the marathon section through the town of Tenby itself. The run is a 4 lap course.
Bike The bike section will take competitors along the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, with plenty more famous landmarks along the route. The course climbs 2100m in total.
Run The antiquated town walls and pretty beachfront set the scene for the marathon section through the town of Tenby itself. The run is a 4 lap course.
Ironman Wales
Start Time: 6:55am2.4mi
Event Details
What’s Included
Spectators
Volunteers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a minimum age for the Ironman Wales?
Yes you must be 18 years old to compete.
Does this race count as a qualifying race for Kona.
Yes, Ironman Wales is a Kona qualifying race.
What is the cut-off time for the Ironman Wales?
There are cut-off times for each section of the event (see https://eu.ironman.com/triathlon/events/emea/ironman/wales.aspx#axzz4xHPqxjy7) but the cut-off for the overall course is 17 hours.
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Ironman Wales weather forecast
17°C
Predicted highs
13°C
Predicted lows
Moderate breeze possible, up to 11mphMeet the organizer
#34
Ironman are ranked #34 in the UK out of 560 organizers
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Ironman Wales reviews (4)
Reasons people recommend this event
Stunning scenery
Friendly atmosphere
Incredible crowds
Did the Ironman Wales in 2019
Hard race, great town, great locals, great support, fantastic atmosphere, super great day, loved every minute!!Did the Ironman Wales in 2019
Great start on the north beach with the crowds and anthem proper goose bumps.Great atmosphere on the runDid the Ironman Wales in 2019
What an experience! Amazing place and the crowd support and atmosphere was amazing. When land of our fathers was played before the swim start it sends shi ers down your spine and has to be experienced to be believed!Did the Ironman Wales in 2019
Known as one of the hardest but best supported Ironman events. A must do for any inspiring Ironman 🤙
