Hawaii Ironman Triathlon 2006
Ironman Langkawi, Malaysia on race
Ironman Langkawi, Malaysia is about to take place in the city's scenery idealic Kuah. The race is to go ahead as planned on February 26, 2006 and there are still vacancies for those of you looking for a race, a very near future.
The Ironman Langkawi, Malaysia first occurred in 2000 and has since become the favorite of many athletes from around the world.
Swimming is a 3.8 km swim in the calm waters of the city Kuah Jetty.
The bike is a 2 and a half loop course that occurs in the coastal roads of the island of Langkawi. The course itself is hilly and undulating
The marathon consists of two km 21.1. loops on a course that is generally flat, but with gradual scale in 10/04 and 24-30 km. brands.
From all reports Ironman Langkawi, Malaysia is well organized and supported with great enthusiasm by the local population.
One thing to be aware and eventually to train is the heat that can be in anywhere 28-35 degrees C. Furthermore, it is a very humid heat and reminds me a lot that one can experience in the Hawaii Ironman in Kona.
Pros will be competing for cash prizes and age groupers will have the opportunity to qualify for the World Championship in Hawaii, as there will be places available for qualification age.
Accommodation prices seem very reasonable. Several of the leading hotels in Langkawi are just minutes from the start of the race. However, expect to pay enough for the return flight to North America, with passages from Los Angeles and New York. No need to ferry from the mainland to island of Langkawi as they now have its own international airport.
This seems to be a great holiday destination for those seeking a more "exotic Local Ironman "and comes highly recommended by those who have competed there in the past. Athletes from 17 countries are expected for the 2006 edition of this Ironnam.
For those seeking a last-minute rush, it seems that the entries will be available by mid-February. If not this year then perhaps it can be an ideal race to consider for 2007. Bring the whole family and make this a holiday destination Ironman beautiful. It is a great opportunity to visit the "other side" the world.
Any information you might need can be found in your website@LangkawiIronman.com
About the Author
The author is a veteran of 14 Ironman Triathlons and has created a site called Ironstruck.
He has also written three books that have been well-received by the triathlon community.
Ironstruck…The Ironman Triathlon Journey
Ironstruck? 500 Ironman Triathlon Questions And Answers
Triathlete In Transition (a book for the beginner triathlete)
The address for Ironstruck is
http://www.ironstruck.ca
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