A late-season destination race in paradise for the whole family!
Each year, the island of Cozumel hosts an Ironman Triathlon consisting of a 2.4-mile (3.86 km) swim, a 112-mile (180.25 km) bicycle ride, and a marathon 26.2-mile (42.20 km) run, raced in that order and without a break. According to Wikipedia, it is widely considered one of the most difficult one-day sporting events in the world.
This is an incredible event to participate in or just to attend as a spectator.
Course description (from the event website):
The two-transition course starts with a single-loop swim in water that is teeming with tropical fish within the protected waters of the Reefs of Cozumel National Park at Chankanaab Park Beach. The 180-kilometer, three-lap bike course in Cozumel is pancake-flat, taking competitors along the spectacular coastline of beaches and resorts and through the town of San Miguel de Cozumel. The three-loop run is lined with local supporters and bands playing traditional Mexican music, creating a festival-liked atmosphere. The finish line is at the city hall square in San Miguel de Cozumel, where local residents provide support to all finishers like they were seasoned veterans of IRONMAN spectating.
For more info or to register, click here to visit the official website or follow Ironman Cozumel on Facebook.