Compete in IRONMAN 70.3 San Salvador and dive into the calm, blue waters of Lake Ilopango for a one-lap, 1.9 km swim. Afterwards, ride along the iconic Pan-American Highway featuring steady climbs and panoramic views of El Salvador’s highlands. Finish the race with a run through the heart of San Salvador, blending urban energy with historic charm.
San Salvador offers a vibrant mix of cultural charm and modern comfort between the ocean, volcanoes, and historic towns, where every athlete is supported from the starting line to the finish line.
What's Included:
Withdrawals, Deferrals and Transfers:
A limited partial refund (75% of entry fee) is available for written withdrawal requests submitted more than 180 days before race day (on or before August 11, 2026). Requests received 180 days or fewer before race day are non-refundable. Deferral requests for documented medical or force-majeure circumstances must be submitted at least 45 days prior to race day (by December 24, 2026). Contact: [email protected]
San Salvador, the vibrant capital of El Salvador, offers a mix of cultural charm and modern comfort. Travelers can explore historic sites, bustling markets, and nearby volcanoes. Accommodations range from luxury hotels to budget-friendly hostels and boutique stays in popular neighborhoods known for safety, dining, and nightlife.
This policy applies to all athletes registered for the 2027 IRONMAN 70.3 San Salvador, scheduled for 7 February 2027.
Partial Refund Policy: A partial refund (75% of entry fee) may be granted only when a written withdrawal request is submitted more than 180 days before race day (on or before 11 August 2026). Processing fees, platform charges, and add-ons are non-refundable. Requests received 180 days or fewer before race day are not eligible for a refund.
Deferrals: Written deferral requests must be submitted no later than 45 days before the race (24 December 2026). Only force-majeure events (serious injuries, surgeries, medically documented illnesses) supported by documentation are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Approved deferrals allow entry to the following IRONMAN 70.3 San Salvador. Relay entries are ineligible for deferral.
Contact: [email protected]
Swim: 1.9 km single-lap swim in the calm waters of Lake Ilopango, surrounded by volcanic cliffs. Bike: Two-loop course along the Pan-American Highway featuring steady climbs and panoramic views of El Salvador's highlands. Run: Three-lap course through the heart of San Salvador blending urban energy with historic charm and local support.
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Yes. A two-person relay can complete the race with any combination of disciplines. Relay teams may later add a third person if they wish.
No. Only the run leg relay participant can cross the finish line. The Competition Rules state that only the relay runner can cross the finish line; if the other team members cross the finish line with the runner, the team would receive a disqualification.
No. Team members are only allowed to compete on one relay team.
All relay team members must have a photo I.D. If you are not yet registered to a team, you will need to do so at the Solutions table within athlete check-in to race with your relay team. Please bring a credit card to make the USAT one-day license payment if you are not already a USAT member.
Contact the event email address to make any relay team member changes. Please provide the details of which team member you wish to cancel and provide the full name and email address of the new team member.
Yes. All teams MUST arrive together for Athlete Check-In to ensure that all the materials are accounted for. During Athlete Check-In, athletes will be required to sign their own individual waivers.
Relay captains are eligible for a partial refund of the registration fee. Please review the withdrawal policy to reference the partial refund options.
No. The relay team will receive one timing chip at bike check-in. The timing chip acts as a “baton” and team members must hand-off the timing strap/chip to move forward to the next discipline.
No. Relay team members can be comprised of a mix of gender and age. All participants must be 18 years of age on race day.
No. Failure to complete the swim or bike course within the time constraints will result as a DNF of the entire team.
The runner will collect all 3 finisher medals and hats for the entire relay team.
Some events provide a relay pen, which is designated for the teams to gather. This is where the timing chip is passed, to move on to the next discipline. If the race provides a relay pen, only the cyclist is allowed in transition. If the race does NOT provide a relay pen, the cyclist and runner will meet their team members at the bike rack.