Ironman 70.3 Ruidoso
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IRONMAN 70.3 Ruidoso New Mexico
IRONMAN 70.3 Ruidoso New Mexico is scheduled for July 12, 2026 in Ruidoso, New Mexico, United States. The event is presented as the inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 in this mountain community and is organized by IRONMAN.
The course moves through a mountain setting, with a swim in Grindstone Lake, a bike on rolling mountain roads, and a run that winds through the mountain village and nearby neighborhoods. The route passes views of the Sierra Blanca peaks and travels near lakes and pine forests. Event materials note the area’s Native American heritage and Old West history and identify Ruidoso as home to the Mescalero Apache Tribe.
The event is part of a festival weekend that includes additional race options for athletes and visitors. It is listed as a qualifier for the 2027 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship. Typical conditions cited for the event period include high air temperatures around 83 °F / 29 °C, low air temperatures near 60 °F / 16 °C, and an average water temperature of about 65 °F / 18 °C.
Local officials expressed support for hosting the competition and highlighted its potential to showcase Ruidoso’s outdoor recreation setting and community attributes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
