IRONMAN 70.3 Monterrey
March 1, 2026
Heroes Esplanade, Macroplaza · Monterrey, Mexico
About
A cosmopolitan capital city race finishing at the Mexican History Museum in the Macroplaza, one of the largest plazas in the world. The event features a swim in a man-made canal/artificial lake and a fast, flat bike and run course ideal for personal bests.
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Start
Heroes Esplanade, Macroplaza
Start time
6:50 AM
Weather
Sunny 22°C
Why this race
- Official IRONMAN 70.3 series race (ironman.com listing)
- Qualifier for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship
- Established Latin American 70.3 stop in a major city
If you like IRONMAN 70.3 Cozumel or IRONMAN Cozumel, you'll like this one.
Pack this
- Wetsuit plus a sleeveless trisuit in case water temps rule wetsuits out
- Tinted and clear goggles for an early start with sun low on the water
- Approved helmet, bike lights, and a spare tube with CO2 for the flat bike course
- Two 750ml bottles plus gels or chews giving 60-90g of carbs per hour
- SPF 50 sunscreen, a visor and sunglasses for the run through the city
What you should know
- Wetsuit use depends on the water temperature measured on race morning, so check the official announcement.
- Plan for bike check-in and body marking the day before, and check your athlete guide for rack times.
- Sunny 22°C mornings can get hot by the run, so take fluids and electrolytes at every aid station.
- Draft-zone rules apply on the bike. Keep your distance and pass quickly to avoid time penalties.
- Relay teams hand the timing chip over in transition. Agree on your meeting point before the start.
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