Worth it? This is a small beach town 70.3 known for it’s stunning ocean view course. It is a smaller half ironman event, so doesn’t have a crazy large expo or any notable perks. The swim is around the pier with…

Worth it? Taupo, New Zealand has a long history of hosting Ironman. The town breathes this triathlon event and locals come out in full force. The event had by far the best volunteers I’ve ever encountered. The race centers around Lake…

Worth it? I would have loved for Taiwan to put on a phenomenal Ironman, but the quality was far from what the brand entails. This smaller Ironman is only worth it, if you are strategizing for a Kona bid. The…

Worth Level? This course was brrrrilliant, including the coldest ever start to a half ironman. The amazing 2k swim is with a sight line in a calm crystal clear lake, so sighting was almost optional. The swim route almost spans…

Worth Level? Holy shit this event is indescribable. If there was a Mecca of Triathlon this would be the pilgrimage to Olympic World Champs. The energy, expo, and event has been the best I’ve been to so far. The course…

Worth level? What did a entry fee 2x a local Olympic distance race provide? A closed bike course along the Hudson Highway, an awesome shirt without a back panel of sponsors logos, and the opportunity to race a premier Olympic…