How many IRONMAN do you need to qualify for Kona?

NUMBER OF SLOTS AVAILABLE: For the 2021 World Championship, the number of slots ranges from 30 for Ironman Tallin or Ironman Gdynia to 75 for the Regional Championships in Frankfurt, Cairns, and Port Elizabeth (South Africa). The detailed list is available here on the Ironman website.

Where should I stay in Kona IRONMAN?

Kailua-Kona Hotels and Places to Stay

• Shell Vacations Club Kona Coast Resort.
• Royal Kona Resort.
• Four Seasons Resort Hualalai.
• Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel.
• Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay.
• Club Wyndham Kona Hawaiian Resort.
• Aston Kona by the Sea.

Who qualifies for Kona IRONMAN?

To be eligible for selection through the Legacy Program, athletes must have completed a minimum of 12 full-distance IRONMAN-branded races, have never started the IRONMAN World Championship, have completed at least one full-distance IRONMAN event in each of the last two years and be registered for a full-distance …

How long does it take to qualify for Kona?

Even if you’re a triathlete who has completed a few Ironman races, qualifying is a bird of a different feather. You will need to train—on average—around 18-20 hours per week for at least one full season (40-48 weeks), and probably more than one season.

How do you train for Ironman Kona?

The right way to qualify for Kona

1. Slow and steady. Long distance triathlon is something you should build slowly.
2. Strength at home.
3. Don’t overdo it.
4. Focus on the right disciplines.
5. Work with a coach.
6. Go with your strengths.
7. Pick the right race.
8. Qualifying is harder for some.

Is Kona the hardest Ironman?

Despite its challenging race course, the Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona may not be the hardest Ironman. Despite being one of – if not – the most famous Ironman events in the world, the Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona is not the hardest race.

Where is the Ironman World Championship in Hawai’i?

Professional and age-group triathletes from around the world dream of racing on IRONMAN’s main stage- the IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i. The very best will embark on a 140.6-mile journey that presents the ultimate test of body, mind and spirit.

When did the Ironman Challenge start in Waikiki?

On February 18, 1978, 15 people came to Waikiki to take on the IRONMAN challenge. Prior to racing, each received three sheets of paper with a few rules and a course description. The last page read: “Swim 2.4 miles! Bike 112 miles! Run 26.2 miles! Brag for the rest of your life!”

What are the crosswinds at the Kona triathlon?

Along the Kona Coast, black lava rock dominates the panorama, and athletes battle the “ho’omumuku” crosswinds of 45 mph, 95-degree temperatures and a scorching sun.

Who is the current Ironman World Record holder?

Craig Alexander (born 22 June 1973) is an Australian triathlete who is the 2008, 2009 & 2011 Ironman Triathlon World Champion. He was the course record holder for the Ironman World Championship.