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 extraordinary 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

Event Schedule
See schedule page>

Venue:
Haikou, Hainan Island, China   

                          

Production Team:
Ironman China is owned and produced by Ironman China Ltd., 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 deadline:
March 30th, 2009

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:

• Participant Shirt
• Finisher Medal
• Post race massage
• Post race food

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 $80. 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:
Athletes wishing to change their registration entry in order to race the full distance Ironman China may do so by logging on to Active.com and following the procedures specified there. There will be a $50 Transfer Fee charged for this service in addition to the $270 difference between the entry fees for the two races.

Relay Categories
Ironman 70.3 China relays are comprised of 3-person* teams with one person participating in the swim, bike and run legs of the race.  The top three teams in these categories will win awards:

• All Male Team
• All Female Team
• Mixed Team
• Corporate Team**

* 2-person teams may participate but are not
eligible for awards.

** Corporate Teams must be comprised of current
employees of the same company.

REGISTRATION
To register for the Relay Division click here!  

Relay team entry fee is $250 and includes:

• Participant Shirt for each team member
• Finisher Medal for each team member
• Post race massage
• Post race food

Substitution of team members is allowed at any time provided the substitute team members fill out entry forms and personally sign the event waiver. If a team member of a 3-person team withdraws, the team may elect to compete as a 2-person team.

RACE COURSE & INFO
The information and race schedule on this site pertaining
to Ironman 70.3 China also applies to the Relay Division.

RELAY RULES
Please click here for Relay Division Rules.

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 WTC 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)

Tickets may be purchased on-line with your registration or at the event venue.

Race Headquarters:
To be announced.

Email: info@ironmanchina.com