IRONMAN Philippines Davao City
About the race
IRONMAN Philippines Davao City challenges athletes with a 3.8 km swim, 180 km bike, and 42.2 km run, delivering an unforgettable triathlon experience in Davao City.
Davao is positioned as a destination defined by achievement. Athletes travel here to test themselves against a race that demands commitment, resilience, and heart. From the opening swim to the final stretch of the run, every kilometer becomes part of a story that has to be earned. For Filipino and international athletes alike, Davao represents a meaningful finish line and a place to prove what you are capable of.
Important registration information and guidelines:
- Athletes must have a valid IRONMAN profile prior to registering.
- Only one entry per email address is accepted.
- If registration shows as 'On Hold', slots are currently being processed by other athletes and may become available if they exit the form.
Athlete Withdrawal Policy
Athletes confirmed in the race who wish to withdraw must do so in writing to the race office via email at [email protected].
- No transfers, refunds, or deferrals for athletes who have transferred in from other races.
- Requests received 4 months prior to race day (by 11:59pm GMT+8 on 13 February 2027) are eligible for a 50% refund of event entry fee paid.
- Requests received after 4 months to 45 days prior to the event (by 11:59pm GMT+8 on 29 April 2027) are eligible for a 25% refund of event entry fee paid.
- Requests received after 11:59pm GMT+8 on 29 April 2027 will not be eligible for a refund under any circumstances.
Processing Fees and Sportograf fees paid at the time of entry are non-refundable.
What your entry includes
Cancellation policy
The course
Swim: 3.8 km ocean swim (2-loop of a 1.9 km course in the gulf/bay). Bike: 180 km 3-lap counterclockwise course along Davao City Coastal Road (Bago Esplanade) and MacArthur Highway, mostly flat terrain. Run: 42.2 km 4-loop course starting along Davao City Coastal Road to Tulip Rotonda and Bago Aplaya Esplanade, finishing at the service road of Bago Aplaya Esplanade.
Swim Course
The 3.8 km swim course is a 2-loop of the 1.9 km course located in the ocean (Gulf/Bay). It starts with a 140-meter swim, followed by a left turn and an 830-meter swim. The next red buoy marks a left turn, leading to a 100-meter swim and another left turn for an 830-meter swim.
After completing the first loop, participants make a left turn and swim 120 meters to start the second loop. After two loops, they turn right and swim the final 20 meters towards the swim exit ramp.
Bike Course
The 180 km 3-lap counterclockwise bike course starts along Davao City Coastal Road (Bago Esplanade). Terrain is mostly flat.
Participants exit transition and head towards MacArthur Highway, turning left on MacArthur Highway. Turnaround 1 is located along MacArthur Highway at Inawayan Bridge, heading back towards Davao City Coastal Rd. Athletes turn right on Davao City Coastal Rd towards Tulip Roundabout, riding to Sta. Ana Bridge for Turnaround 2.
After Turnaround 2, participants head back to Tulip Roundabout, taking the first exit onto Tulip Dr., turning right on Ecoland Dr, left on Quimpo Blvd, and left on MacArthur Highway to Turnaround 3. Participants complete one lap after reaching Bago Esplanade and proceed to start lap 2. After 3 laps, athletes enter transition 2 inside Bago Esplanade.
Run Course
The 4-loop run course starts at the Davao City Coastal Road. Terrain is mostly flat.
Participants exit transition and head towards the Tulip Rotonda to make the first turnaround at KM 5.5. Athletes then head back south and make the second turnaround at KM 10.5 near Bago Aplaya Esplanade to complete 1 loop.
After completing 4 loops, participants head to the finish line located at the service road of Bago Aplaya Esplanade.
Race weekend schedule
Location
City insight: Davao City
Davao City is the largest city on Mindanao, close to Mount Apo, the country's highest peak, known for its durian and its large green spaces, and for being outside the main typhoon belt. The climate is tropical: it is warm and humid all year, with a drier period from about January to April and rain through the rest of the year. The drier months are the best for racing, with early starts. The sea is warm for swimming. Francisco Bangoy International Airport serves the city.
Know from the athletes
Good to know
Are disc wheels permitted?
Yes. However, race organizers reserve the right to restrict use depending on conditions.
In the event of a non-wetsuit swim, am I allowed to wear my compression gear?
Yes, provided that it is made of 100% textile material (no rubberized material such as polyurethane or neoprene) and that material does not extend past the elbows or knees. Any compression wear that extends past the elbows or knees will not be permitted in non-wetsuit swims (this includes compression sleeves, compression socks, or compression tights).
What do I do if I need assistance during the swim?
Water safety personnel and craft will be located on the water during the swim. They will have relevant equipment and are there to support you should you require. At any time should you require the assistance of water safety please raise one arm into the air and they will come to your aid. Should at any point in time you decide to abandon the swim, you will be taken to one of the swim extraction points. At this point in time, if required you will be checked over by medical and your timing band removed. If your timing band has been removed, do not attempt to re-enter the race.
Can I listen to music on the run?
iPods, MP3 players, phones, video cameras etc. are not permitted on the course.
If wetsuits are prohibited, what are the swimwear restrictions?
Swimwear (Skinsuits/Speedsuits) must be 100% textile material, which is defined as materials consisting of natural and/or synthetic, individual and non-consolidated yarns used to constitute a fabric by weaving, knitting and/or braiding. Simply put, this would generally refer to suits made only from nylon or Lycra that do not have any rubberized material such as polyurethane or neoprene. Swimwear must not cover the neck, extend past the elbows, nor extend past the knees. Swimwear may contain a zipper. A race kit may be worn underneath swimwear.
What kind of start does this race have?
Rolling start with athletes self-seeding in their start zones according to their expected finish time, refer to Athlete Information Guide for start zone times.
What is a personal needs bag?
The personal need bag allows you to bring your own food, which you will have access to on the bike and run part. It is forbidden to take the bag on the bike; you will have to stop and take what’s in the bag only. If the athlete wants to have the personal needs bag (bike and/or run), it is the athlete’s responsibility to pick up the “personal needs bag”. The “personal needs bags” check-in for bike and run legs can take place the day before the race within the bike, or it can be during the race day morning before the swim start, check the athlete guide to confirm this information. We advise athletes to only place food and drinks in their bags, since BAGS WILL BE THROWN AWAY AFTER THE RACE. The Organization Committee is not responsible in case of loss or damage to valuables or clothes.
What are the wetsuit restrictions?
Wetsuits are permitted if the water temperature is up to (and including) 76.1 degrees Fahrenheit (24.5 degrees Celsius) or colder. Wetsuits cannot measure more than 5 mm thick.
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