Hell of the West
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About the race
Hell of the West is a multi-sport weekend in Goondiwindi, Queensland, held on 27 and 28 February 2027. It is a not-for-profit community event organised by the Goondiwindi Triathlon Club and has been running since 1989. The weekend includes both competitive and family-oriented events and lists 36 years of racing as an ongoing tradition.
Super Saturday offers short-course and youth events, including the Gundy Inferno running races, the Firestarter enticer triathlon for participants aged over 12 years, and Hell Kids races for children aged 6 to 11 years.
The main event, the Hell of the West triathlon, takes place on Sunday and uses local terrain and waterways: the swim is held in the Macintyre River, the bike course follows flat country roads, and the run goes through the town centre of Goondiwindi. Race format options and entry categories include individuals and teams, and a new aquabike option removes the run.
Key race formats and distances:
- 2 km swim + 80 km bike + 20 km run (long course triathlon)
- 2 km swim + 80 km bike (aquabike)
- 5 km and 10 km running events
- Enticer and kids triathlon distances for youth events
The event also features prize money for some races, podium medals, finisher items such as towels and caps, and community-focused elements including charity support from selected race entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.