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IRONMAN 70.3 Port Macquarie AT A GLANCE: LOCATION PORT MACQUARIE, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA DATE VISIT IRONMAN.COM FOR UPDATED INFORMATION ENTRY FEE $285 AUD NUMBER OF QUALIFYING SLOTS 25 SLOTS FOR THE 2013 IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 70.3 Portmacquarie70.3@ironman.com
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FEATURES
2013 QUAL
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IRONMAN 70.3 Taiwan AT A GLANCE: LOCATION KENTING, TAIWAN DATE NOV. 4, 2012
ENTRY FEE VISIT IRONMAN.COM FOR UPDATED INFORMATION NUMBER OF QUALIFYING SLOTS 25 SLOTS FOR THE 2013 IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 70.3 886-2-8226-7300
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SWIM: The 1.2-mile swim takes place in the beautiful Hastings River, which feeds a network of canals and waterways around Port Macquarie. Spectators line the banks of the river near Westport Park to view the start of the two-loop swim course. Water temperature is between 66 and 72 F (19 and 22 C).
both athletes and spectators. The route finishes at the waterfront Village Green.
BIKE: On this 56-mile, scenic course, athletes will stay close to the coastline, passing beautiful beaches while making their way through Port Macquarie and the village of Lake Cathie.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Ideally situated at the mouth of the Hastings River and the Pacific Ocean, Port Macquarie is a water lover’s paradise. Fifteen beaches line the coast from Port Macquarie to Camden Haven. During your visit, enjoy coastal walks, surfing, sailing, swimming, fishing and whale watching. Many beaches feature barbecue facilities and playgrounds. For more information, visit Portmacquarieinfo.com.au.
RUN: The 13.1-mile, four-loop run goes through the city center and along parts of Pacific Drive, which combines rolling hills with beautiful scenery for excellent viewing for
WEATHER: It is usually dry and sunny during the day, but the nights can be quite cool. The temperature range is approximately 68 to 84 F (20 to 29 C).
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2011 RESULTS FEATURES SWIM: The 1.2-mile, two-loop swim course takes place at South Bay of Kenting.
of the Hengshuen Peninsula before finishing in front of the Yoho Landis Beach Resort.
BIKE: The 56-mile bike course takes athletes along the coastline of Hengshuen Peninsula, which showcases the beauty of southern Taiwan.
WEATHER: Average temperature in early November is about 78 F (26 C).
RUN: The 13.1-mile run course follows part of the bike course and takes athletes along the coastline
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WOMEN 1 Joanna Lawn (NZL) 4:29:36 2 Madeleine Oldfield (AUS) 4:37:24 3 Michelle Wu (AUS) 4:41:10
WOMEN 1 Michelle Wu (AUS) 2 Maki Nishiuchi (JPN)
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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Take time to explore Kenting’s nature and historical culture during your stay. Check out Yoho Beach Resort or head to Main Street for a wide variety of dining options.
2011 RESULTS MEN 1 Chris McCormack (AUS) 2 Hideo Fukui (JPN) 3 Fredrik Croneborg (SWE)
MEN 1 Joe Gambles (AUS) 2 Tim Berkel (AUS) 3 Cameron Brown (NZL)
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