The bike will keep its famous single 180K loop with the scenic climb up and over Richter pass. I can see a few cramp situations playing out here as people start asking a lot more of their legs than their legs are prepared to accept. c) Lori Bowden. whatever value you can allocate to the goal of ‘keeping going’. PB+J COACHING TIP – The back half of any Ironman Course is really the end of the equation. The two loop course will be more in line with a number of the other Ironman races in North America and will be a departure from the one big loop in Penticton. Save your beans for the second loop downhill as you head to the finish line. Take a breathe, turn around, and start the downhill. My guess is that, if it was viable, it would have been both their first choice and a solution that required the least work and effort. You may be tempted to hammer the downhill into town. But, if it's not going to be the classic bike loop bike and run courses, I'll pass. A new run course. Contact us]. This is possibly the ‘Hardest start to an Ironman Run in the World‘ [citation needed!]. No? Under no circumstances should you be chasing a goal pace, you have to accept the gradual climb and adjust pace accordingly. It’s one of the originals and there is incredible history there. It’s time to evaluate exactly where you are at from an energy perspective and also from a strength perspective. This course is most popular for those seeking a personal best, as it is one of the flattest Ironman routes on the circuit. Stick to the plan. ..”. Swim: The swim course will close 2 hours and 20 minutes after the last athlete enters the water.Each athlete will get the full 2 hours and 20 minutes to complete the 2.4 mile swim regardless of what time they enter the water. Again, bottle up that atmosphere and dream about it as you head out for a repeat of Main Street. 38km – The bliss of seeing the finish line is fleeting. Very little shade, if any, and being away from the lake means you’ll not benefit from the lake breeze, if any. Ironman has announced that Penticton, British Columbia, will host to the Subaru Ironman Canada triathlon in 2020, marking the return of one of the circuit’s longest former hosts. It’s do whatever you can with whatever you’ve got left. Not yet, you have 3km to go. Compromises to be borne and expectations to be adjusted. What we have is a new run course that ramps up the spectator involvement whilst maintaining the sting in the tail that is present in all legendary race venues. 8 km – The downhill of Vancouver Road is steep enough that it will take a toll on your quads. So, any uphill is paid back with some downhill. IRONMAN Canada, Penticton, British Columbia. 22 km – This is, historically, one o the most iconic run sections in the history of Ironman. Having moved from Penticton to Whistler in 2013, Ironman Canada is now scheduled to move back in 2020. -- By Raymond Britt I've finished Ironman Canada three times, and got to know the bike course quite well. The climb up and out of Penticton is not steep, but very gradual. It will be a great limiter. Glad you walked the first bit now? The two-lap swim takes place in Alta Lake at Rainbow park and is … This section can be hot and exposed. Related: Ironman Canada returns to its roots in Penticton. The Canadian city had hosted a full-distance Ironman triathlon from 1983–2012 and will again host the event when it returns August 30, 2020. Any shortfall can be accounted for prior to heading out for the second loop. Was the run as good as it could be? "For anyone who hasn't experienced the Ironman finish line between 11 p.m. and midnight, they should do so this year. [Questions? Select Language. Friends, family …. August 29, 2021. IRONMAN Canada-Penticton Penticton, British Columbia . Your skin tingles. Ironically, it’s hard if you got it right (you are still racing hard). This is why our Ironman Canada Coaching Program is customized to you, the Ironman Canada course in Penticton and your work, family life and social life. Part of the Ironman Canada appeal was the course in Penticton, offering a unique race experience. So it s a done deal. Create a reasons for manintaining your pace. Thanks. Not yet, you have 3km to go. Glad you walked the first bit now? [Questions? This hill will be the talking point after the race. Even then, I would dial back the walk speed. The return to Penticton is complete. ..”. 5 km – At 5km you are at the highest point of the run course and the entire route is easier from here on in. 10 km – You are back at the start, Vancouver Hill is done, for this year at least. Ironman 70.3 Canada – End of July. Very few people reach 32km and think “I wish I’d gone harder earlier on”. The final edition of Subaru Ironman Canada will run in Whistler on July 28 and Crompton hopes to see the community send off the event in style. On-Course Nutrition. See above. This is a midsize race that comes with the standard 40 Kona slots for the fastest age groupers. The cliche is “There is no such thing as a great bike and a bad run”. You will likely see people try and run this and, if you are walking, you will lose very little time against them. Stay efficient and pay very good attention to your effort levels here. The old run course is untenable, period. Contact us]. ... on the bike course, on the run course, and of course, at the finish line. Visualize this part of the race. This may not be the run course you were looking for. 1. What are the course cut-off times? What comes next  will define your race. Down hill running can have a significant impact on your strength. Be honest. At Calgary 70.3 my bike split was 2:25. The third and final Ironman of the weekend was Ironman Canada. In fact. Use it in the race. This is another area where short  lived gains have a long term impact in your run performance. b) Lisa Bentley. The city voted on the go ahead to finalize the negotiation. Ironman Canada began in Penticton over thirty years ago, at a time when there were only eight Ironman events worldwide. A group for Ironman Canada specific news, information and updates. Very steep, for any part of any Ironman, but throwing in at the start is going to sort the smart athletes from the … well … not so smart. In fact. You will get some reprove from the gruel climb as you had back down to pretty close to the same elevation you were at when you left transition. I don’t know anyone that bikes 180km and runs 42.2km on a training day. Enjoy the spectacular Okanagan scenery, pristine lakes, and meet like-minded triathletes sharing event goals – whether it is to finish the race strong or qualify for World Championships in Kona Hawaii! This is categorically not the time to let emotions run high and your hero complex kick in. Keep your guard up, your chin down and let the run course punch itself out. Don’t get carried away with the sights, sounds and smells. IRONMAN Canada-Penticton Penticton, British Columbia . It being such a new course, there really isn't a whole lot of information to go around on it. The 2020 Ironman Canada course will keep some of it’s most iconic features, beginning with the 3.8K swim in Okanagan Lake. PB+J Coaching has a great understanding of the Penticton course combined with the latest science driven approaches to endurance training; making us the perfect coaching choice for your Penticton 2021 campaign. [Questions? This is why not using what strength you have left here, at this point, is so important. d) Daniela Ryf They just have nothing left in their legs. 1. Hopefully you will have paced based on how you feel with a little comfort zone thrown in. On the same course as Ironman Canada, but only one loop, 70.3 Canada features over 1,200m of climbing. “.. You can gain significant advantage by sticking to that mantra. Penticton, British Columbia is known as one of the world’s premier triathlon host communities, and a bucket list destination for IRONMAN athletes all over the world. Calgary blew the Olympics! Some fast, flat sections, some long steep climbs, some long rollers. Get it right, and you’ll be putting some serious ground on several of your competitors. All of these culminate in the back half of the run being something you can get to grips with or something you can’t. Course maps for 2021 IRONMAN Canada will be released on Friday! A short left through a cul-de-sac and you’ll be motoring up the scenic KVR Trail with lake and vineyard views. This is categorically not the time to let emotion run high and your hero complex kick in. Neighborhoods have changed. Keep your stride short and try to reduce as much pounding energy as possible. Congratulations, you just tamed the hardest Ironman run start in the World. – Whether you’re just starting your 140.6 journey or aiming for Ironman World Championship qualification, we know that blending training with your lifestyle is the key to success. The traditional single-loop swim and bike courses, along with the out-and-back run served up a variety of sights and challenges. Did you save enough gas for the most epic and gruelling portion or Ironman? There are no tips for this. Getting this critical portion of the race wrong will be very costly. How much of it you used up on the bike, and how much you left in reserve for the run. It was eight years before Ironman Canada returned to Penticton. Litigation has changed. [Questions? Safety obligations have moved on. Your run was hard? It’s the sum of the previous parts. Many people have enough left physically, but no longer have the emotional will to continue. Let’s make one thing clear. PB+J COACHING TIP – Make sure you soak up the crowd atmosphere early on and take some of that with you. Get your head together, start slower than you anticipate your average pace will be, and focus. 3) Who held the female pro bike course record for 16 years 1992-2008? Where can I find the race course maps? Race Course: Even if you’re not considering racing, it’s worth dwelling on just how intense the Ironman Canada course is. The Ironman run is all about strength. Our PB+J Coaching Motto is “.. Don’t F@#k It Up! One leads to the other. Before entering Okanagan Falls athletes are forced up McLean Creek Road for a nasty climb for 1.5 kilometers. . Subaru Ironman Canada Bike Course Bike course The bike is a 180-kilometer single-loop course that heads south of Penticton and passes through the towns of Okanagan Falls, Oliver and Osoyoos. The bonus of the two loop course is that you get to feed off the energy of the crowd when you come back to where you started after 1.9km. Well, have you done IMC and Vancouver Hill? Ironman Canada remained in Penticton until 2012, at which time the race became Challenge Penticton. The course skirts Lakeshore and utilizes the gradual uphill and downhill of Main Street, stopping short of Skaha Lake. August 29, 2021. a) Julianne White. A route the I never liked when Challenge Penticton took over the course. The City of Penticton has changed. The gradual hill on both the outward and return journey requires an honest reflection on your effort levels. Ironman staff was in town yesturday to present the negotiated contract to the city with details of what will happen. Vancouver Road is steep. 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