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Event summary
The IM Cascais is a full-distance Ironman triathlon held in Cascais, Portugal, featuring the iconic 3.8 km swim, 180 km bike, and 42.2 km marathon run distances. This event offers a challenging and scenic course along the beautiful Portuguese coast.
Open to both licensed and non-licensed athletes, including relay teams, the race attracts a diverse field of triathlon enthusiasts. The course showcases unique coastal landscapes and rolling hills, making it both a physically demanding and visually stunning race.
The atmosphere is both competitive and celebratory, welcoming elite athletes and passionate amateurs alike. The event embodies the spirit of endurance sport with opportunities for individual and team participation.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Various age groups for individual competition
• Relay teams category
Start/finish locations: Cascais, Portugal
Surface types: Swim in open water, bike on paved roads, run on paved surfaces
Course format: Standard Ironman triathlon format: 3.8 km swim, 180 km bike, 42.2 km run
Race routes: Coastal swim course, bike route through surrounding hills and roads, marathon run course in Cascais area
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with individual and relay team classifications
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations likely placed along bike and run courses though specifics not detailed
Prizes: Typical Ironman awards for top finishers and age groups, specifics not detailed
Location
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Ironman 3,8 km swim + 180 km bike + 42 km run
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: includes bib number, timing chip, swim cap, and race wristband
🏅 Finisher prize: official Ironman finisher medal and technical t-shirt
⏱️ Timing + live results by category and relay team
🛟 Safety support: certified lifeguards, medical teams, and local police support
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included in entry fee
🥤 Aid stations: hydration and nutrition stations along bike and run courses
🚿 Showers and changing areas available at transition zones and finish line
🧳 Drop-bag service provided for athlete convenience
📸 Professional photography and video coverage of race highlights
🏆 Podium awards for top finishers in overall and age group categories
