Challenge Québec
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SAIL Challenge Québec - Race overview
SAIL Challenge Québec takes place on 28 June 2026 in Québec, Canada. The event offers multiple triathlon distances and locates the athletes’ village along the St Lawrence River. The race passes through Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Distances offered:
- Long distance: 3.8 km swim, 180 km bike, 42.2 km run
- Middle distance: 1.9 km swim, 90 km bike, 21.1 km run
- Standard distance: 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike, 10 km run
- Sprint distance: 750 m swim, 20 km bike, 5 km run
The swim takes place in Bassin Louise, surrounded by yachts and Vieux‑Québec. The bike is a multi‑lap out‑and‑back course that uses the Dufferin‑Montmorency highway closed to traffic for the event, with views of Île d’Orléans and Québec City along the St Lawrence River. The run is a flat route that goes through more than 400 years of history in Old Québec, then follows the Rivière Saint‑Charles to finish near the Port de Québec Marina.
The middle distance includes a tri together option. Typical average conditions listed are 25 °C air temperature, 23 °C water temperature, and 12 KPH wind speed. Entry items include a medal, T‑shirt and swim cap. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
