Ironman 70.3 Cairns
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About the race
Cairns Airport IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns is a half-distance triathlon held in Cairns, QLD, Australia on June 13, 2027. The event takes place in Tropical North Queensland near the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, two World Heritage areas that meet in the region.
The race format covers 70.3 miles and includes an ocean swim that starts from a palm-tree lined, white sandy beach at Palm Cove. The bike leg follows a completely closed coastal route onto Captain Cook Highway with views of the Pacific Ocean and the Great Barrier Reef. The run is a flat course along the main strip of Cairns, the Esplanade, with spectator areas and event atmosphere along the route.
Reported environmental conditions for the event location include average water temperature around 23 °C, typical high air temperatures near 29 °C and lows near 18 °C. The event page notes World Championship qualification and indicates options to compete as part of a relay team. Race services mentioned on the event page include athlete guides, bike transfers and shuttle buses, local TriClubs, and volunteer opportunities. The event is described as Flex90 Eligible and is presented under the IRONMAN organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
