Uniquely Philippines

Being part of the organization that would bring the first Cobra Energy Drink Ironman 70.3 Philippines has been a long time dream for me and my team (Extribe Inc). We challenged ourselves to deliver a race that will not only be a logistical success, but to offer to all the participants a unique experience and atmosphere that would set the Philippine edition of this race apart from other 70.3 races in the region and the world.

We began our search for the right venue as early as May 2008. Carefully visiting potential sites that would not have just good roads, accommodations and accessibility- but we wanted to ensure that the race venue and course would have features that can only be found in Cobra Energy Drink Ironman 70.3 Philippines. we are confident that we have a winner in the province of Camarines Sur (CamSur).

What is unique about the Cobra Energy Drink Ironman 70.3 Philippines?

The main venue (Start/Finish, Swim, Transitions and Accommodations) is at the Camarines Sur Watersports Complex (CWC).This alone will definitely be a unique experience in itself, having a laid-back triathlon village feel. To help you visualize what we mean, please take time to view the CWC video at this website.

The swim course will use the wakeboard cable park lagoon, a man-made lake with water being constantly filtered and fresh water pumped in daily (see swim course map). Swimmers will have to navigate 400m around the smaller lagoon, cross 10m and dive in the bigger lagoon to do an 800m out-and-back to complete the 2km challenge. All in fresh water!

The bike course will be on well paved road of the National Highway that takes you thru rice fields and Abaca tress common to the province. The word "scenic" does not do justice to what participants will see and experience in their 90km out and back ride. A view of Mt. Isarog, rolling terrain and a breath taking turn-around by the ocean (Nato Port) will feel more like a countryside tour ride rather than a race for some.

The multi-loop run will be on the tree-lined National Highway towards Naga City. The course is mostly flat with a short steep hill going out. Expect cheering school children and marching bands to greet tired runners along the way.

With the venue and course set to give a Filipino flavored 70.3 race, we are all excited to execute one of the best triathlon race in our country!

Mabuhay!

Jon Eric Imperio
Local Race Organizer/Coordinator
Cobra Energy Drink Ironman 70.3 Philippines