IRONMAN Nice (France)
TriHard$$$1 day2,500m gain1,000m summitSummerBe the first
What it takes
Mediterranean swim off the Promenade des Anglais, an Alpine bike course with 2,500 m (8,200 ft) of climbing through the Alpes-Maritimes, and a coastal run along the Côte d'Azur. One of the toughest and most scenic IRONMAN courses in Europe. The bike leg alone — with cols including the Col de l'Écre and Col de Vence — eliminates anyone who hasn't trained for real mountains.
Injury Prevention for This Adventure
These are the most common injuries for tri athletes over 50. A few minutes of targeted prehab each week can keep you on track.