Ironman Cairns
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IRONMAN Cairns : Race in Paradise
IRONMAN Cairns takes place in Cairns, QLD, Australia. The full-distance event comprises a sea swim at Palm Cove, a long coastal bike course along the Captain Cook Highway and a run along the Cairns Esplanade.
Key course details noted by the organiser:
- 3.8 km swim at Palm Cove.
- 180 km bike along the Captain Cook Highway on a completely closed coastal highway.
- Run along the main strip of Cairns Esplanade; described as flat and held in front of spectator crowds.
The event is presented as the Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns Asia-Pacific Championship. Course features mentioned include ocean swimming conditions, rolling bike terrain, and a flat run course lined with supporters. Typical environmental figures provided for the location include average water temperature around 23 °C and daytime air temperatures near 29 °C with lows near 18 °C.
Logistical notes from the organiser reference easy travel access to Cairns, crowd support along the run, and event-week atmosphere. The event also displays a World Championship qualification badge. Additional resources listed by the organiser include athlete guides, bike transfer and shuttle information, and local club and volunteer details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
