Ironman China 70.3: Race Information

Welcome and thank you for your interest in Ironman 70.3 China presented by K-SWISS. We had a great first-year event and we are planning our 2009 race to be an even better experience. By all accounts, the combined full-distance and 70.3 races on the same day and same race course was a success. 2009 Ironman 70.3 China will provide its participants with a first-class race experience, a preview of Ironman China, and a real taste of Ironman racing. We hope that the experience will motivate many of our 2009 finishers to toe the start line for the ultimate endurance experience -- 2010 Ironman China.

This event will be second-to-none in the way all the athletes, their families, and companions are treated during their stay in Haikou. From the selection of 4-Star and 5-Star accommodations, to the warm hospitality of the locals, to the striking beauty of the venue itself, to Haikou’s vibrant city life, Ironman China and Ironman 70.3 China will deliver an Ironman experience like none other.

So that we can best assist you in preparing for Ironman 70.3 China, please make yourself familiar with this web-site, including the full-service travel and accommodation packages, and the race and event schedule. Our FAQ page will cover many areas of interest for this inaugural event, and I hope you will avail yourself of this information so that you will feel completely comfortable, prepared, and ready to compete upon race day. Finally, I also ask you to carefully read and understand the rules that govern our race as they will be strictly enforced.
Good training to you all and I look forward to seeing you in Haikou in April.

-Murphy Reinschreiber, Event Director

70.3 General Information

Event Schedule
TBD

Venue:
Haikou, Hainan Island, China.

Production Team:
Ironman China is owned and produced by Ironman China Ltd., a subsidiary of EWP Inc., in conjunction with PCH Sports Marketing.

Sanction/License:
The race is an officially licensed event of the World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) and will be sanctioned by CTSA, China’s triathlon association. Ironman 70.3 China presented by K-SWISS features 25 qualifying slots for the Foster Grant Ironman 70.3 World Championships.

Date:
April 19, 2009 / 9AM race start

Distance:
1.9K swim \ 90K bike \ 21K run

Awards:
Trophies for top finishers in each age division and for the male and female overall winners. There is no prize money.

Entry Limit:
The total entry for both races (Ironman China and Ironman 70.3 China) is 1500. The number of Ironman 70.3 China entries to be accepted depends upon the number of Ironman China registrations. Initially, 300 entries are being allocated to Ironman 70.3 China.

Entry Fee:
USD $200 Each Ironman 70.3 China entry includes:

The entire entry fee will be refunded in full to any applicant whose entry is not accepted. Any registered competitor withdrawing prior to February 20, 2009 will receive a refund in the amount of $100. No refunds will be offered after February 20, 2009. No exceptions. Entries are not transferable. The usual processing fee will be added to all entries by active.com.

Transfer to full-distance Ironman China presented
by K-SWISS :

Ironman 70.3 China offers 25 age group qualifying slots to the 2009 Foster Grant Ironman 70.3 World Championships in Clearwater, Florida. There are no pro slots.

At least one slot shall be allocated to each five-year age group category in which any age group athlete sends in an application, both male and female, per the age group categories listed above. If there are no athletes entered in the race in a particular age group, then that slot will be moved to the largest populated age group in that same gender.

The race organization retains the right to combine age groups for Clearwater qualifying in the event that very few athletes register in one or more age groups. Final slot allocation will be posted on the event website and at the race site when available.

The distribution of all slots is governed by the then current rules and regulations of the World Triathlon Corporation. The race organization reserves the right at any time to re-award any slot due to changes in the final race results or other errors.

Download 70.3 WC Qaulifyiing Doc.

Ironman China Welcome Dinner and Awards Banquet
Ironman 70.3 athletes are welcome to attend the Ironman China Welcome Dinner and Awards Banquet but must purchase tickets to attend these functions. Ticket prices are:
• $30 for adults
• $18 for children (12 and under)

Race Headquarters:
To be announced.

Email: info@ironmanchina.com

Hainan Island is a vacation and triathlon gem set in the South China Sea. Featuring pristine blue waters teeming with reef fish and unspoiled white-sand beaches set against a lush tropical background, Hainan is the Hawaii of China. It is a rapidly developing international destination with world-class facilities, including five-star resort hotels from Sheraton, Meritus Mandarin and others. Haikou, the capital of Hainan Povince, offers all the facilities important to a triathlon, such as roads, communications, high-speed Internet service, and governmental cooperation. All factors considered, Haikou is a world-class venue with all the amenities necessary to make your stay enjoyable.

Hainan Island boasts a spectacular shoreline of 1500 kilometers, and nearly half of its 34,000 square kilometers is covered by primeval forests. Haikou, a city of 1.7 million, is a short flight from either Hong Kong or Guangzhou, although many competitors will be connecting to flights from Shanghai and Beijing. Haikou’s weather is tropical with April high temperatures in the high 20’s (Celsius) and average water temperatures in the mid-20’s (Celsius) perfect conditions to qualify for Kona. Register now if you want to experience the premier Ironman event in Asia.

Race Rules
Updated 03.10.2008
Participation in Ironman 70.3 China presented by K-SWISS is governed by the rules of CTSA and WTC as stated in Ironman China’s published rules. It is the responsibility of each athlete to be familiar with these rules.