On Mother’s Day weekend, IRONMAN champions Mirinda Carfrae and Meredith Kessler, and proud moms, will compete in a virtual triathlon event from their homes in Boulder, Colorado and Columbus, Ohio. The event is free and fans can participate in the virtual 58-mile bike and 10-mile run at T Zero Endurance.
Carfrae and Kessler will begin the swim at 11 am in the H2X Challenger 15D swim spa, which allows athletes to swim continuously with an adjustable water current that mimics open-water conditions.
“It’s always a pleasure to share the ‘race’ course with Meredith but more importantly in this circumstance so we can engage with our community,” says three-time IRONMAN World Champion Mirinda Carfrae. “I’m hoping we can inspire others to join in for as much or little of the event as they like.”
Special guests, including Mike Reilly, “The Voice of Ironman,” and professional triathlete Ben Hoffman will make appearances during the event. In addition, fans who participate in the event will receive exclusive discounts and giveaways, along with an opportunity to support the Challenge Athletes Foundation.
“During this unique time, we have understandably been trying to find ways to compete and engage with other athletes and our partners,” Kessler says. This event is our way to truly celebrate and thrive, TOGETHER, with mothers and endurance enthusiasts everywhere.”
Event Timeline
Live piece will start 10:30 am and end approximately at 4:30 pm Saturday, May 9
11 am EST start: 2-mile swim
11:45 am: Transition
11:50 am: 58 mile bike
2:35 pm: Transition
2:40 pm: 10-mile run
3:55 pm: Post-race wrap-up