PREP FOR THE IRONMAN 70.3 NEW ZEALAND ON THE ROUVY APP

You can get ready for the 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 New Zealand on the ROUVY indoor cycling app, by riding a virtual version of the race course.

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SERIOUS RIDES FOR THE ULTIMATE RACE

The ROUVY indoor cycling app has the tools you need to achieve peak IRONMAN performance.

RIDE THE IRONMAN 70.3 NEW ZEALAND BIKE COURSE ON ROUVY

You can get ready for the ANZCO FOODS IRONMAN 70.3 New Zealand by exploring every metre on ROUVY's virtual version of the official bike course, which runs through the picturesque Waikato region. Expect a challenging mix of rolling hills and flat sections, with the course laid out along the shores of Lake Taupo and through rural landscapes.

New Zealand - STATS AND TIPS

The IRONMAN 70.3 New Zealand
Bike course typerolling
Max. grade5.7 percent
Min. grade- 7.4 percent
Loops1
Distance in km to each aid station on bike course from transition: AID STATION 118.5 km
Distance in km to each aid station on bike course from transition: AID STATION 236.8 km
Distance in km to each aid station on bike course from transition: AID STATION 356 km
Distance in km to each aid station on bike course from transition: AID STATION 474.6 km
Course distance90 km
Timing mat placement 115 km
Timing mat placement 230 km
Timing mat placement 348 km
Timing mat placement 463 km
Timing mat placement 578 km
Timing mat placement 690 km
Starting elevation377 m
Finishing elevation370 m
Total elevation gain521 m
Penalty locations on bike course23.7 km, 36.7 km, 56.2 km, 69.2 km, 88 km

Rouvy & Ironman JOIN FORCES to help you succeed

ROUVY is proud to be the Official Digital Sports Platform of IRONMAN. Together, we empower you to hit your goals by providing tools to help you work smarter, harder, and more effectively as you prep for the ultimate race.

IT’S EASY TO IMPORT CUSTOM TRIATHLON WORKOUTS

You can seamlessly sync ROUVY with TriDot – the official Coaching and Training Platform of IRONMAN – to import your workouts.

BENEFITS OF RIDING ON THE ROUVY INDOOR CYCLING APP
ROUVY is the ONLY place you can ride virtual IRONMAN race courses.
Easy sync with triathlon training apps like TriDot.
Import your workouts to ROUVY.
Boost your preparation with real race courses.
Full metrics and analytics, including cadence, power output, heart rate and more.

ROUVY’s flexible PRICING PLANS

Enjoy unlimited riding with a subscription. Cancel anytime. All ROUVY subscription plans begin with a free trial, then are billed at the full monthly or yearly price.

SINGLE

USD 12.42/mo
billed yearly

1 account

7 days free trial

DUO

USD 16.58/mo
billed yearly

up to 2 accounts

7 days free trial

GROUP

USD 27.42/mo
billed yearly

up to 5 accounts

7 days free trial

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RIDE THE BEST OF NEW ZEALAND ON THE ROUVY INDOOR CYCLING APP

New Zealand is a premier spot for adventurous cyclists, and you can explore its best rides from home on the ROUVY app. Among its highlights are the Southern Alps, where you can tackle some of the most famous climbs in the country.

EXPLORE STUNNING ROUTES FROM AROUND THE WORLD

ROUVY boasts more than 1,500 routes filmed on location by professional videographers in high definition. From winding coastal roads to legendary mountain climbs, explore cycling destinations at your own pace and in your own space.

Try ROUVY for free today

Create your ROUVY account today to begin riding the IRONMAN 70.3 New Zealand race course, and countless other triathlon courses.

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