The Ironman Cairns is an iconic triathlon held annually in Cairns, Australia, attracting athletes from around the world to compete in one of the most picturesque settings. The race consists of a 2.4-mile swim in the Coral Sea, followed by a 112-mile bike ride through tropical landscapes, and a 26.2-mile marathon run along the Cairns waterfront. This challenging event is renowned for its beautiful backdrop, including views of the Great Barrier Reef, and serves as a qualifier for the prestigious Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii.
Race
The IRONMAN Cairns, scheduled for June 15, 2025, is a world-class triathlon set against the breathtaking backdrop of Tropical North Queensland. Athletes will tackle a 3.8 km swim in the Coral Sea, a 180 km bike ride along the rolling terrain of the Captain Cook Highway, and a 42.2 km run with 256 meters of elevation gain along the Cairns Esplanade, finishing in the heart of the city.
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What is the IRONMAN Cairns?
How long is the IRONMAN Cairns?
Where does the IRONMAN Cairns take place?
What is the elevation gain of the IRONMAN Cairns?
How can I prepare for the IRONMAN Cairns?
How do I choose the right training plan for the IRONMAN Cairns?
The IRONMAN Cairns, scheduled for June 15, 2025, is a world-class triathlon set against the breathtaking backdrop of Tropical North Queensland. Athletes will tackle a 3.8 km swim in the Coral Sea, a 180 km bike ride along the rolling terrain of the Captain Cook Highway, and a 42.2 km run with 256 meters of elevation gain along the Cairns Esplanade, finishing in the heart of the city.
The IRONMAN Cairns is 42km long.
The IRONMAN Cairns takes place in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
The IRONMAN Cairns elevation gain is 256 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the IRONMAN Cairns?
The IRONMAN Cairns, scheduled for June 15, 2025, is a world-class triathlon set against the breathtaking backdrop of Tropical North Queensland. Athletes will tackle a 3.8 km swim in the Coral Sea, a 180 km bike ride along the rolling terrain of the Captain Cook Highway, and a 42.2 km run with 256 meters of elevation gain along the Cairns Esplanade, finishing in the heart of the city.
How long is the IRONMAN Cairns?
The IRONMAN Cairns is 42km long.
Where does the IRONMAN Cairns take place?
The IRONMAN Cairns takes place in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the IRONMAN Cairns?
The IRONMAN Cairns elevation gain is 256 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the IRONMAN Cairns?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the IRONMAN Cairns?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Triathlon
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Ironman
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