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Sunshine Coast 70.3 Race Profile

Official Course | Weather | Profile | 200w Race Plan

** X and X indicate potential race impact > 5 min

Race FeatureLikely hoodEasyModerateHardDetail
Surf Entry / ExitPossibleXSwim in the southern corner, the surf will only be present if an unseasonal easterly or northerly wind appears.
Navigation Challenging due to swellProbableXSight at the swell crest. Navigate off other swimmers when breathing to minimise head lift. Sight ~ every 30 strokes.
Water Temperature extremeUnlikelyXHistorically 22 degrees
Wetsuit LegalCertainX
Bike HillsCertainXRolling pinchers at start, midway and end. Total Elevation gain +/- 480m
Bike CorneringCertainXDownhill sharp left on entry to Mooloolaba, but generally not a technical course.
Bike Biddon pick-up in motionOptionalXLeft side pick-up
Bike PuncturePossibleX
Bike Drafting AvoidanceProbableXPacked course, packs usually form. Legal 20-second drafting when passing / being passed is a valuable skill.
Run HillsCertainX200m at start, midway, and end
HumidityPossibleX50 – 80%
HeatPossibleX18 – 27 Degrees
RainPossibleX30% Chance
HeadwindProbableXHistorically strong headwind on return legs

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