Ironman 70.3 Ohio
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Event
IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio is scheduled for July 19, 2026 in Sandusky, Ohio, United States. The race takes place on the shore of Lake Erie and is listed as Flex90 eligible. The event has recorded air and water temperature averages: a high air temp of 80 °F (27 °C), a low air temp of 63 °F (17 °C), and an average water temperature of 77 °F (25 °C).
Course
The race format covers standard 70.3 distances with a ferry boat swim start into Lake Erie for a 1.2-mile swim. The bike course is a 56-mile route described as fast and flat through rural farmland roads in Erie and Sandusky Counties. The run is a 13.1-mile route that passes through historic, spectator-lined downtown Sandusky. Spectators line portions of the run course.
Awards and rankings
The event has been recognized in IRONMAN Athletes’ Choice Awards rankings: #2 Best Race (Overall Satisfaction), #4 Best Bike, and #5 Most Recommended. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
