Well, at 220<\/i>, we don\u2019t half love a race with a view, so here, in no particular order, are our top 16 racing beauties\u2026<\/span> Ahh Tahiti. These islands in the South Pacific have to be as close to paradise as you can get. Crystal-clear waters. World-class beaches. Towering green peaks smothered in dense jungle. <\/span><\/p>\n During Xterra Tahiti, competitors get to immerse themselves in this incredible landscape, starting with a leap into the warm waters of Opunohu Bay and a swim to shore. When you reach Terra Firma, it\u2019s straight into battle. Pristine jungle lies ahead, waiting for you to explore by bike and by foot. <\/span><\/p>\n See also: <\/span><\/strong>Xterra Greece, Xterra Dominican Republic<\/span><\/p>\n The legendary Alpe d\u2019Huez Triathlon attracts thousands of triathletes to this part of France every year thanks to its infamous 21 bends and a leg-trembling 3,200m of elevation gain (in the longest version). <\/span><\/p>\n But take your eyes away from that iconic pass and a scene of alpine bliss will leave you breathless\u2026 if that lung-busting climb hasn\u2019t already, of course.<\/span><\/p>\n See also:<\/strong> Mont Blanc Triathlon, Madeleine Triathlon<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p><\/div> <\/section> Already known as \u2018the world\u2019s most scenic long-distance triathlon\u2019, Challenge Wanaka has a special place in the heart of all who\u2019ve raced it. <\/span><\/p>\n For those who haven\u2019t, this\u2019ll sit firmly in bucket-list territory. A swim in the crystal-clear waters (so clean you can even drink from it, apparently) of Lake Wanaka starts the race and is followed by a ride to Lake Hwea and back. <\/span><\/p>\n A trail run follows on mountain bike tracks on the Bike Glendhu course. All the while, the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps watch over you. <\/span><\/p>\n See also:<\/strong> Ironman 70.3 New Zealand, Ironman New Zealand<\/span><\/p>\n Helvellyn is arguably the most iconic mountain in the Lake District and this triathlon takes you right over the top of it. <\/span><\/p>\n The race starts in Ullswater before competitors set off from Glenridding to ride a loop around the Helvellyn Range. Along the way, you\u2019ll take in Ambleside, Grasmere and Thirlmere as well as the fear-inducing Kirkstone Pass \u2013 the Lakes\u2019 highest at an altitude of 1,489 feet. <\/span><\/p>\n But the run is where things really get gnarly, with the magnificent east face of Helvellyn looming large as you scramble up Swirral Edge to the summit. <\/span><\/p>\n See also:<\/strong> The Brutal Triathlon, Snowman Triathlon<\/span><\/p>\n Taking competitors from Budleigh Salterton to Swanage and later Lulworth Cove, this event covers some of the best coastal scenery the south of England has to offer. In fact, it pretty much takes in the entire Jurassic Coast.<\/span><\/p>\n The impressive vista culminates in views over the iconic Old Harry Rocks, but you\u2019ll need to work for it. As well as the distance, you\u2019ll have over 3,500m of elevation gain to contend with.<\/span><\/p>\n See also:<\/strong> Ironman Wales, Ironbourne Long Distance Triathlon<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p><\/div> <\/section> We\u2019re suckers for mountain views and coastal scenery, so when the two combine you know you\u2019re onto a winner. <\/span><\/p>\n The Sandman Triathlon is based out of Anglesey\u2019s Newborough Forest but starts and finishes on the beach, with an ocean swim,\u00a0<\/span>bike around Anglesey, and run through towering trees and over golden sands. <\/span><\/p>\n Look up and away from the road ahead of you and you\u2019ll be treated to a horizon dominated by dark, imposing mountains. <\/span><\/p>\n See also:<\/strong> Snowman Triathlon, Slateman Triathlon<\/span><\/p>\nXTERRA Tahiti<\/b><\/h2>\n
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