Ironman New Zealand

Triathlon covering 226 km in Taupo (Waikato, New Zealand)

Location

Taupo, Waikato Region, New ZealandShow on map(38.6843° S, 176.0704° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +2,486 m

Ironman New Zealand is an endurance sporting event in Taupo, Waikato Region, NZ focused on Triathlon. It is part of Ironman Series. Key features include Lakes & Ponds, Nature & Off-Road.

The competition program features Ironman (226 km, +2,486 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ironman.com).

Official website

Ironman New Zealand in Taupo (Work: "D7C3714 bis Triathlon San Vito Lo Capo 2014", Photo: Vater_fotografo from Palermo, Italia, License: CC BY-SA 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "D7C3714 bis Triathlon San Vito Lo Capo 2014" · Photo: **Vater_fotografo from Palermo, Italia** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.0
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Event characteristics

Lakes & Ponds Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (1)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Ironman	Triathlon	226 km	+2,486 m	213 m - 1,257 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Ironman226 km

Distance

226 km

Elevation gain

+2,486 m D+

Elevation loss

-2,486 m D-

Altitude range

213 m - 1,257 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

2.2 % / 4 %

Course format

Loop course

226 km+2,486 m D+Peak 1,257 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 213 m to 1,257 m above sea level (+2,486 m D+, -2,486 m D-)

Peak: 1,257 m·at 143.3 km·Ø 2.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Ironman New Zealand take place?

Ironman New Zealand takes place in Taupo, Waikato Region, NZ (start area at coordinates 38.6843° S, 176.0704° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Ironman New Zealand?

The competition program features Ironman (226 km, +2,486 m D+). The competitions belong to Triathlon.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Ironman New Zealand?

The main competition (Ironman over 226 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,486 m of elevation gain and -2,486 m of elevation loss, ranging between 213 m and 1,257 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Ironman New Zealand?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ironman.com).