Ironman 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy Valley
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IRONMAN 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy Valley
IRONMAN 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy Valley takes place in State College, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding region. The event features a multi-sport course that utilizes local reservoirs, rural roads, and a university campus.
The swim portion is held in the Foster Sayers Reservoir at Bald Eagle State Park. The course consists of a single loop in the reservoir's waters. Following the swim, the bike course leads athletes through the rural landscape of central Pennsylvania. This section is characterized by rolling hills and travel along local country roads.
The run course is situated within the heart of the Pennsylvania State University (PSU) campus. Based on feedback from previous participants, the run layout includes paths around Beaver Stadium. The final stretch of the race concludes with a finish line located just outside the stadium.
The event serves as a qualifying race for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship and is part of the IRONMAN Pro Series. The regional climate typically features average water temperatures of 24 °C (76 °F), with air temperatures during the event period ranging between 14 °C (58 °F) and 21 °C (71 °F). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.