"Warm ocean waters and flat roads in Panama City — a triathlete's paradise."
🏊 Swim
Ocean swim in Panama City
🚴 Bike
Flat and fast bike course through Panama City region
🏃 Run
Run course through Panama City
Transition Details
T1/T2 are in the same location · Surface: grass
Weather
Typical race-day conditions: 24°C with 83% humidity.
Registration
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The Story
Ironman 70.3 Panama takes you to the canal zone, where two oceans meet. The tropical Pacific or Caribbean swimming opens the day in crystal-clear tropical ocean water at 26°C. The bike course delivers 300m of climbing — tropical roads through the Panama Canal zone. The run brings you home through Panama City, where waterfront running in Central American warmth.
Where two oceans meet — Panama's tropical 70.3 in the shadow of one of engineering's greatest achievements. Every race has a personality shaped by its geography, its climate, and its people. Ironman 70.3 Panama is worth the journey.
"Racing in Panama City — the course shows you the real Panama, not the tourist version."
"Where two oceans meet — Panama's tropical 70.3 in the shadow of one of engineering's greatest achievements."
What It Feels Like
Ironman 70.3 Panama in Panama City, Panama — an honest rolling course in warm conditions that rewards the well-prepared.
🏊 The Swim
Warm ocean swimming at 26°C. Non-wetsuit in tropical conditions — practice without neoprene buoyancy.
🚴 The Bike
Rolling course with 300m of climbing. A power course where aero position and sustained wattage determine the bike split.
🏃 The Run
Through Panama City in comfortable conditions (24°C average). Ideal running temperature for most athletes.
Legendary Moments
Ironman 70.3 Panama Launches
The race comes to Panama City, bringing branded half-distance triathlon to the canal zone, where two oceans meet.
💡 Insider Tips
- → The swim at 26°C may or may not be wetsuit-legal. Prepare for both scenarios.
- → The 300m of climbing is honest but not extreme. Train for rolling terrain — steady power through undulations.
- → Arrive 2-3 days early to acclimatise and explore Panama City. The travel experience is part of the value.
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FAQ
What distance is the Ironman 70.3 Panama? +
The Ironman 70.3 Panama is a Half Ironman / 70.3 distance triathlon: 1900m swim, 90km bike, and 21.1km run (113km total) in Panama City, Panama.
When is the Ironman 70.3 Panama? +
Typically held in February on a Saturday.
Water temperature and wetsuit rules? +
Ocean water at 26°C average. Wetsuit rules are conditional — forbidden above 24.5°C.
How hilly is the bike course? +
300m of climbing over 90km. Profile: flat. Drafting not allowed.
What's the weather like on race day? +
20–30°C, 83% humidity, 35% rain chance, 8 km/h winds.
Average finish time? +
Approximately 5h 30m. Varies with conditions and athlete experience.
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