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Race the World Championships

One of the many benefits IRONMAN XC offers is the opportunity to qualify for IRONMAN World Championship and IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship events via a special allocation of slots exclusively for IRONMAN XC athletes.

The IRONMAN XC Experience

This exclusive program offers athletes numerous benefits, including:

  • Earn a World Championship slot

    Compete for IRONMAN XC slots to the IRONMAN World Championship or IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship

  • Guaranteed entry

    Guaranteed entry to IRONMAN events, even sold out races!

  • Accommodations

    Convenient accommodation booked on your behalf

  • VIP passes

    VIP entry to all race week functions for you and your family with VIP seating

  • Special Events

    Get access for you and your family to exclusive events during race week with other XC athletes and IRONMAN professionals

  • On-site Concierge

    On-site XC staff to assist with all your logistics during race week

  • Priority Check-in

    Save time and skip the line with private packet pick-up and bike check-in

  • See IRONMAN XC event pages for full list of benefits included for IRONMAN XC racing athletes

  • Accommodations
  • XC Functions
  • Awards
  • Interaction with Pros
  • Family
  • VIP

Elevate your racing experience with IRONMAN Xclusive Challenge and access the turn-key program that leaves the race planning to us. Enjoy streamlined logistics, VIP treatment for you and your family, and an immersive race weekend.

Your fellow passionate triathletes are already enjoying the services associated with IRONMAN XC, giving them valuable time back to better manage training and their personal and professional lives. Experience and become part of a thriving community that comes together during race week to celebrate personal growth, resilience, and success. Unlock your potential with IRONMAN XC and prove that Anything is Possible.

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"Truth be told, XC made a huge difference for me and my family. I really enjoyed the race and felt a part of something. That was super nice. So onward."

- Richard R

FAQs - The IRONMAN XC Program

1. Why participate in the IRONMAN Exclusive Challenge (XC) Program?

IRONMAN Exclusive Challenge (XC) is a race within a race that provides an elevated race experience to athletes from around the globe. This turn-key program includes streamlined logistics leading up to and throughout race weekend, as well as VIP treatment for the athlete and their guests. 

2. How many XC athletes will participate at each event?

The number of XC athletes at each event will vary, but you can expect approximately 10-25 participants. 

3. If general entry slots to races are sold out, are slots still available through IRONMAN XC?

Yes. A certain number of slots have been reserved for events in the IRONMAN XC Series.

4. What happens if I have already registered for an IRONMAN event, but then decide to race with IRONMAN XC?

We will confirm your race entry and refund the Age Group entry in place.

5. If I register to race with IRONMAN XC, can my family accompany me on the trip?

Yes, many XC athletes will bring family members.  Accommodations have been chosen based on the services they offer for athletes and their families.  Additionally, the IRONMAN XC team will assist your family members leading into and on race day, providing them with VIP access. This will ensure they are able to get around with ease, are located in optimal viewing areas, and can be there to award you with a finisher medal once you have crossed the finish line.

6. When should I plan on arriving and departing for the races within the IRONMAN XC Series?

For full-distance IRONMAN qualifying events, XC packages are four nights stays. For IRONMAN 70.3 qualifying events, XC packages are three night stays (with the exception of IRONMAN Hawaii 70.3, which is a four night stay). For all full-distance and 70.3 events, plan on your departure day being the day after the race. World Championship events are five-six night stays.  Each XC package has an event weekend schedule listed. 

7. What are the costs associated with the IRONMAN XC program?

Depending on the event in which you will compete, the cost for individual packages will range from $7,200 USD to approximately $15,500USD. 

8. What is the payment structure for the event packages?

A deposit will secure your entry into an XC event. Deposit structures are as follows: 70.3 qualifying event = $2,500, 140.6 qualifying event = $3,000. World Championship events are approx. 50% of the package price.

The remainder of the package balance owed will be settled 45 days prior to the event date. 

All processing fees are included in XC pricing.

9. What if I need to cancel? Are transfers or refunds available?

Unfortunately, refunds are not available on deposits. An advance deposit of $2,500 (70.3) or $3,000 (140.6) is required for each IRONMAN XC package. IRONMAN XC packages are booked well in advance and are difficult to cancel due to pre-payment of various items.  If a withdrawal request is received 60 days or more prior to the event date, you will receive a  partial refund of $500 (of the deposit).  All other withdrawal requests will result in a forfeit of the entire deposit.

In the unlikely event that an IRONMAN XC athlete needs to cancel after making the final payment, the final payment amount will be refunded. Transfer requests to another XC event within the same season must be received in writing via email to Troy@ironman.com.

World Championship slots cannot be deferred.

10. How many races must I have completed to be eligible for a PR Challenge slot?

At IRONMAN (140.6) events - XC athletes must have completed at least three (3) official IRONMAN (140.6) events (prior to the XC event you are competing in). Your PR will be used from an event within the five (5) years prior to the upcoming IRONMAN XC event date. At IRONMAN 70.3 events - XC athletes must have completed at least three (3) official IRONMAN 70.3 events (prior to the XC event you are competing in). Your PR will be used from an event within the five (5) years prior to the upcoming IRONMAN 70.3 XC event date.

11. Regarding PR Challenge slots, what does it mean that race locations are "handicapped?"

At IRONMAN (140.6) events - Since all 140.6 courses differ in degree of difficulty, we have time-adjusted calibrations for all race venues to allow for a fair comparison of each athlete’s PR. At IRONMAN 70.3 events - 70.3 courses will not be handicapped for IRONMAN 70.3 PR Challenge purposes.

12. Is there a limit to how many times an XC athlete can win the PR Challenge Slot?

Yes. XC athletes can only win a PR Challenge slot only once.

13. How will improvements in PR times be calculated?

For IRONMAN events, PR time improvements will be calculated on a percentile basis.

14. What does it mean to be awarded a World Championship slot through the IRONMAN XC program?

Athletes who qualify for a World Championship through the IRONMAN XC program are required to participate at the World Championship with IRONMAN XC.  This means purchasing the IRONMAN XC World Championship package which includes all the benefits as the XC qualify event, plus additional perks unique to World Championship events.