ABOUT THIS RACE:
Race Starting Location:
Tennessee River, Chattanooga, TN
The Ironman Chattanooga is a Triathlon race in Chattanooga, Tennessee consisting of a Ironman.
Triathlon's Best Kept Secret
The unforgettable experiences that triathlon's best kept secret has had to offer for the past decade have gone beyond race day and brought athletes outdoor adventures that can't be found anywhere else. At IRONMAN Chattanooga, part of the VinFast IRONMAN North America Series, be prepared to experience more than 144.6 miles as you watch the sun set against the Walnut Street Bridge, celebrate with a local beer, and come face-to-face with penguins and sea otters at the Scenic City's top-rated aquarium. Take a plunge into the fast-flowing Tennessee River for a 2.4-mile swim, voted the Global Athletes' Choice for Best Overall Swim in 2022. Pedal your way across this legendary 116-mile bike course that crosses into North Georgia for incredible views of Lookout Mountain and historic Chickamauga, then stride through vibrant, downtown streets as the cheers of countless spectators propel you towards the finish line.a
Celebrating 10 years of triathlon's best kept secret, come to race, stay for more.
Swim
The point-to-point swim in the Tennessee River will start 2.4 miles upstream of transition. Athletes will enter the water from a dock in a rolling start. Spectators will have a great opportunity to watch the entire swim as they walk along side the swimmers on the Chattanooga Riverwalk. Athletes will exit the water at the beautiful Ross's Landing Park. You can expect a fast swim split, as all but the final stretch between the red turn buoy and Ross's Landing Park is with the current. Water temperatures in the mid 70's will make wetsuits a race-time decision, so be prepared for both.
Bike
The 116-mile IRONMAN Chattanooga bike course is legendary, making this IRONMAN the longest course in the world. Athletes will ride 11 miles south of town before beginning two 47-mile loops in north Georgia. The additional 4 miles will be sure to give you an additional badge of honor on race day and prove more than worth it thanks to the incredible views as you parallel Lookout Mountain on this rolling course with great road surfaces. As athletes near the end of the loop, they will get the opportunity to ride through historic Chickamauga.
Run
Athletes will have a chance to see the Scenic City as they complete two loops through downtown Chattanooga, The Tennessee Riverwalk, Veterans Bridge, North Shore, Walnut Street Bridge, and the beautiful Riverfront Parkway. The final stretch will bring athletes down Riverfront Parkway towards a spectacular finish at Ross's Landing along the Tennessee River.