"One of the most scenic triathlon courses in the world — swim, bike, and run through the beauty of Medellín."
🏊 Swim
Ocean swim in Medellín
🚴 Bike
Rolling bike course through Medellín region
🏃 Run
Run course through Medellín
Transition Details
T1/T2 are in the same location · Surface: pavement
Weather
Typical race-day conditions: 22°C with 73% humidity.
Registration
https://www.example.com/medellin-triathlon-olympic
The Story
There's something about triathlon in Medellín that doesn't translate to photos. The 1500m swim sends you into warm open ocean at 24°C — warm enough that a wetsuit feels optional. The bike covers 40km of rolling with some punchy climbs terrain with 363m of climbing — enough to test your legs without breaking them. The 10km run rolls through Medellín, never letting you settle into a rhythm. The city delivers: valley-bowl geography, perfect year-round climate, a city transformed and racing toward the future. Not the longest day in triathlon, but one that leaves a mark.
"I've raced all over South America. Medellín is the one I keep coming back to."
What It Feels Like
A olympic course that reflects Medellín: eternal spring in the City of Flowers. It suits a wide range of athletes — accessible enough for a strong first-timer, honest enough to challenge a veteran. Race it once and you'll understand why people return.
🏊 The Swim
A 1500m ocean swim in warm saltwater at 24°C. Shore break can add a physical challenge on entry and exit. Sight off the buoys — the open water offers few reference points.
🚴 The Bike
40km of rolling terrain with 363m of climbing. Short rises break your rhythm; descents reward those who corner confidently. It's a bike course that asks for constant attention — no long steady stretches to zone out.
🏃 The Run
A 10km rolling run through Medellín. The undulations are gentle but relentless — each small rise costs more than it should on tired legs. Keep your cadence quick on the ups and let gravity help on the downs.
💡 Insider Tips
- → At 24°C, wetsuits may be prohibited or unnecessary. Train without yours in the weeks before the race so you're comfortable with the different buoyancy.
- → The bike has 363m of climbing — don't underestimate the cumulative toll on your legs. Keep your cadence high on the climbs and save your quads for the run. A compact crankset with a 28+ cassette is worth considering.
- → Ocean conditions can change on race morning. Practice dolphin-diving through shore break and body-surfing to shore on the return. Sight frequently — ocean swells can push you off-line without you realising.
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FAQ
What distance is the Medellín Triathlon Olympic? +
The Medellín Triathlon Olympic is a Olympic Distance distance triathlon: 1500m swim, 40km bike, and 10km run (51.5km total) in Medellín, Colombia.
When is the Medellín Triathlon Olympic? +
Typically held in March on a Sunday.
Water temperature and wetsuit rules? +
Ocean water at 24°C average. Wetsuit rules are conditional — forbidden above 24.5°C.
How hilly is the bike course? +
363m of climbing over 40km. Profile: rolling. Drafting not allowed.
What's the weather like on race day? +
15–26°C, 73% humidity, 19% rain chance, 12 km/h winds.
Average finish time? +
Approximately 2h 30m. Varies with conditions and athlete experience.
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