Ironman 70.3 Ohio
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IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio : Sandusky, Ohio
IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio is a half‑distance triathlon held in Sandusky on the shore of Lake Erie on July 19, 2026. The swim begins with a ferry boat start into Lake Erie and covers 1.2 miles. The bike course is a fast, flat 56‑mile route that runs through rural farmland roads in Erie and Sandusky Counties. The run is a 13.1 mile route through historic, spectator‑lined downtown Sandusky.
The event page lists typical conditions around race week with high air temperatures near 80 °F / 27 °C, low air temperatures near 63 °F / 17 °C, and an average water temperature of 77 °F / 25 °C. The race is identified as a qualifier for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship and is included in athlete ranking and qualification information.
Past athlete feedback is noted in the Athletes’ Choice Awards where IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio placed among top events in several categories, including placement as #2 Best Race overall, #4 Best Bike, and #5 Most Recommended. The host city is described as a coastal destination with an energetic historic downtown, shoreline and islands, and a range of accommodations and activities for visiting athletes and their supporters.
Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- Swim 1.2 miles in Lake Erie
- Bike 56 miles on fast flat rural roads
- Run 13.1 miles through downtown Sandusky
