IRONMAN 70.3 Da Nang
About the race
IRONMAN 70.3 Da Nang invites triathletes to compete along Vietnam's spectacular coastline, featuring an ocean swim, a flat bike course, and a flat run course in warm tropical conditions.
Located in Da Nang—ranked among Asia's top travel destinations by Time Out Magazine—the event blends modern vibrance with rich cultural heritage, world-famous cuisine, and legendary local hospitality. The race weekend also features side events for families and beginners, including the SUNRISE SPRINT Vietnam and IRONKIDS Vietnam (aquathlon and triathlon formats).
Course & Weather Overview:
- Swim: 1.9 km ocean swim at East Sea Park
- Bike: 90 km single-loop flat course along the coast and over Thuan Phuoc Bridge
- Run: 21.1 km two-loop flat beachfront run
- Average Air Temperature: High of 93°F (34°C) / Low of 78°F (26°C)
- Average Water Temperature: 82°F (28°C)
Registration Options & Pricing:
- General Entry: $412.50 USD total ($375.00 entry + $37.50 processing fee)
- Relay Entry: $500.50 USD total ($455.00 entry + $45.50 processing fee)
Pricing is inventory-based and automatically increases as capacity is filled.
Transition Area
Both T1 and T2 transitions are conveniently located at Bien Dong Park (East Sea Park), creating a centralized athlete-friendly setup directly on the beachfront with immediate swim exit access.
What your entry includes
The course
The race features a 1.9km ocean swim at East Sea Park with a clockwise triangle-shaped layout and rolling start. The single-loop 90km bike course heads along the Vo Nguyen Giap - Hoang Sa coastline, over the Man Quang and Thuan Phuoc Bridges, and past emerald paddy fields. The 21.1km run consists of two loops along the beachfront along an out-and-back course finishing back at East Sea Park.
Swim Course
The 1.9km swim features a rolling start at East Sea Park, following a triangle-shaped swim course going clockwise, with two red buoys marking the two turning points. Athletes complete one lap before heading back to the beach, leading directly into the beachfront transition area.
Bike Course
The 90km bike course begins at East Sea Park onto the Vo Nguyen Giap - Hoang Sa coastline. Cyclists push northward across the Man Quang and Thuan Phuoc Bridges, enjoying sea views and Vietnam's emerald paddy fields in a seamless single-loop format.
Race weekend schedule
Location
City insight: Da Nang
Da Nang is a coastal city in central Vietnam, with a long beach, the Marble Mountains and the Dragon Bridge, close to Hoi An and Hue. The climate is tropical: it is hot and humid, with a drier season from about February to August and a wetter season from September to January with typhoon risk. The drier months are the best for racing, with early starts. The sea is warm for swimming. Da Nang has an international airport.
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Are two-person Relay Teams permitted?
Yes. A two-person relay can complete the race with any combination of disciplines. Relay teams may later add a third person if they wish.
Will the swimmer and cyclist be allowed into the finish area to greet the runner?
Yes, relay members can also decide to wait for the runner in the finish line area.
Can I be a team member on two different relay teams?
No. Team members are only allowed to compete on one relay team.
How do I request to switch a Relay Member?
Contact the event email address to make any relay team member changes. Provide the details of which team member you wish to cancel and provide the full name and email address of the new team member.
If I am the swimmer or cyclist, how do I receive my finisher medal and finisher items?
Yes, all team members will receive the medal. In the case not all team members head down the finish line, the runner will collect all team members finisher items.
What will a Relay Team need to bring to Athlete Check-In?
All relay team members must have a photo I.D. If you are not yet registered to a team, you will need to do so at the Solutions table within athlete check-in to race with your relay team.
What is the Withdrawal Policy for a Relay Team?
Relay captains are eligible for a partial refund of the registration fee. Please review the withdrawal policy to reference the partial refund options.
Does each Relay Team Member receive a timing chip?
No. The relay team will receive one timing chip at bike check-in. The timing chip acts as a baton and team members must hand-off the timing strap/chip to move forward to the next discipline. Relay athletes must always keep ankle strap and chip on their ankle until making the transfer between team members in transition.
What is the award process? Are awards broken down by gender, age-group, or overall?
Awards are given out in three relay categories - female, male, mixed. The first three places will be awarded and all team members receive an award.
Do all Relay Team Members need to be the same age and gender?
No. Relay team members can be comprised of a mix of gender and age. All participants must be 18 years of age on race day.
Do all Relay Team Members need to attend Athlete Check-In?
Yes. All teams MUST arrive together for Athlete Check-In to ensure that all the materials are accounted for.
How does transition work? Do the cyclist/runner need to stay in transition the entire time?
The change over between team members will occur at the bike position or in a Teams change over area. Team members will meet at the bike racking position or designated area and exchange the timing chip. Your timing chip is your relay baton.
If a team member fails to make the course cut-off, can other team members still complete their leg of the race?
Based on the course timings, Relay Team Members may be able to continue onto the course at the discretion of the Transition Manager, however will have an official result of a Did Not Finish (DNF).
Can all team members cross the finish line together?
Yes, there is a relay meeting point before the finish line where relay team members can join the runner to the finish.