Ironman California
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IRONMAN California
IRONMAN California is a triathlon event located in Sacramento, California. The race features a course designed for speed, characterized by its flat surface and a current-assisted swim. The event serves as a qualifier for the 2027 IRONMAN World Championship.
The competition consists of the following distances:
- 3.8 km (2.4 miles) downriver swim
- 180 km (112 miles) bike ride
- 42.2 km (26.2 miles) run
The swim takes place in the river and is recognized for its fast pace due to the downstream flow. The bike course leads participants through local farm and wine country on flat terrain. The run portion is also flat and finishes in front of the California State Capitol.
Sacramento provides the host setting for the race, offering various restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions for visitors. The environment during the event includes spectator support along the running route and a finish line atmosphere in the downtown area. Typical weather conditions for the location include average high air temperatures of 27°C (81°F) and average water temperatures of 17°C (62°F). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
