IRONMAN Mossel Bay
IRONMAN 70.3 Mossel Bay is on 22 November 2026, on South Africa's Garden Route. The 1.9 km swim is in the bay, the 90 km bike climbs away from the coast into the hills behind the town, and the 21.1 km run rolls along the seafront.
The bike is the honest part of this one. It is not a flat coastal ride, and the climbing comes with wind off the ocean that can slow you in either direction.
The water is cool rather than tropical, which catches out people who assume an African coastline means warm swimming. Plan on a wetsuit.
Most international athletes fly into Cape Town or George and drive. George is much the closer of the two at around 45 minutes, and it turns a long travel day into a short one if you can get a connection into it.
Who it's for
Built for experienced triathlon athletes.
Good fit if you…
- are experienced in triathlon and want a hard race
- want a well-known, high-status race
Maybe not if you…
- are brand-new to triathlon: start with something shorter
What should you know about IRONMAN Mossel Bay?
- Date
- Sunday, 22 November 2026
- Format
- Half / 70.3
- Water temp
- 18.6°C · 65°F
Need to know
When is IRONMAN Mossel Bay 2026?
IRONMAN Mossel Bay takes place on Sunday, 22 November 2026. Dates can move year to year, so confirm the exact day on the official race page before you book travel.
How do you register for IRONMAN Mossel Bay?
Where does IRONMAN Mossel Bay take place?
Mossel Bay, South Africa
When has IRONMAN Mossel Bay taken place before?
FAQs
What do athletes ask about IRONMAN Mossel Bay?
Where is IRONMAN Mossel Bay held?
IRONMAN Mossel Bay is held in Mossel Bay, South Africa. The race page has the venue location and a map, and links straight through to the official site for the precise start area.
What distances can you race at IRONMAN Mossel Bay?
IRONMAN Mossel Bay offers Half / 70.3. The Half / 70.3 is a 1.9 km swim, 90 km bike and 21.1 km run. Pick your distance and enter on the official site. Each format usually has its own start wave and cut-offs.
How hard is IRONMAN Mossel Bay?
IRONMAN Mossel Bay is rated competitive (4/5) for difficulty on FindMyNextRace, based on its distance, terrain, and the level of the field. Use that as a guide and match it to your current fitness before you commit.
What's the water temperature at IRONMAN Mossel Bay?
The swim at IRONMAN Mossel Bay is around 18.6°C (65°F), based on the official average for the venue. Water temperature drives wetsuit rules, so check the organiser's current wetsuit policy before race day.
How do I enter IRONMAN Mossel Bay?
You enter IRONMAN Mossel Bay through the official organiser. Registration is handled on their site, and FindMyNextRace links you straight there. Places for popular editions can sell out early, so register as soon as entry opens.
Is IRONMAN Mossel Bay part of a race series?
Yes, IRONMAN Mossel Bay is part of the IRONMAN series. Series events often share a qualification, points, or championship pathway, so if you're chasing the series, check how this race fits its calendar.
How should I train for IRONMAN Mossel Bay?
Training for IRONMAN Mossel Bay depends on your target distance and current fitness. Most athletes follow a structured block of 12–20 weeks for a Half / 70.3 effort. Build a plan tailored to your race date and level with AI Training Plan (https://aitrainingplan.app).
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