"Lake swim and rolling countryside bike in Hefei, China."
🏊 Swim
Lake swim in Hefei
🚴 Bike
Flat and fast bike course through Hefei region
🏃 Run
Run course through Hefei
Transition Details
T1/T2 are in the same location · Surface: grass
Weather
Typical race-day conditions: 24°C with 64% humidity.
Registration
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The Story
Ironman 70.3 China takes you to Xiamen, a subtropical island city on China's southeast coast. The warm South China Sea swim off a tropical island opens the day in temperate lake water at 20°C. The bike course delivers 400m of climbing — coastal and hinterland roads through subtropical scenery. The run brings you home through Hefei, where Xiamen waterfront with growing Chinese triathlon energy.
China's premier 70.3 — subtropical island swimming, coastal cycling, and Asia's fastest-growing triathlon market. Every race has a personality shaped by its geography, its climate, and its people. Ironman 70.3 China is worth the journey.
"Racing in Hefei — the course shows you the real China, not the tourist version."
"China's premier 70.3 — subtropical island swimming, coastal cycling, and Asia's fastest-growing triathlon market."
What It Feels Like
Ironman 70.3 China in Hefei, China — an honest rolling course in warm conditions that rewards the well-prepared.
🏊 The Swim
Cool lake swimming at 20°C. Wetsuits may or may not be allowed depending on race-day temperature.
🚴 The Bike
Rolling course with 400m of climbing. The rolling terrain rewards steady power output.
🏃 The Run
Through Hefei in comfortable conditions (24°C average). Ideal running temperature for most athletes.
Legendary Moments
Ironman 70.3 China Launches
The race comes to Hefei, bringing branded half-distance triathlon to Xiamen, a subtropical island city on China's southeast coast.
💡 Insider Tips
- → The swim at 20°C may or may not be wetsuit-legal. Prepare for both scenarios.
- → The 400m of climbing is honest but not extreme. Train for rolling terrain — steady power through undulations.
- → Arrive 2-3 days early to acclimatise and explore Hefei. The travel experience is part of the value.
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FAQ
What distance is the Ironman 70.3 China? +
The Ironman 70.3 China is a Half Ironman / 70.3 distance triathlon: 1900m swim, 90km bike, and 21.1km run (113km total) in Hefei, China.
When is the Ironman 70.3 China? +
Typically held in October on a Saturday.
Water temperature and wetsuit rules? +
Lake water at 20°C average. Wetsuits are allowed.
How hilly is the bike course? +
400m of climbing over 90km. Profile: flat. Drafting not allowed.
What's the weather like on race day? +
20–30°C, 64% humidity, 29% rain chance, 15 km/h winds.
Average finish time? +
Approximately 5h 30m. Varies with conditions and athlete experience.
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