08/31/2026
10 YEARS OF ATC. OUR FIRST INTERNATIONAL TRIP. THE BIG ONE.
Ten years ago, we started as a handful of Austin triathletes trading pool lanes and bike routes. To celebrate a decade of ATC, we’re taking on our biggest milestone yet: our first-ever international team trip AND our first full-distance IRONMAN together!
📍 IRONMAN Canada – Ottawa
🗓️ Sunday, August 8, 2027
Omaha was the warm-up. Ottawa is the statement. 🔥
The Course Snapshot:
🏊♂️ 2.4 mi Swim: Britannia Beach on the Ottawa River
🚴♂️ 112 mi Bike: Rideau Canal through Gatineau, QC
🏃♂️ 26.2 mi Run: Dow's Lake & Central Experimental Farm
🏛️ Finish Line: Parliament Hill
What’s in Store:
• Group travel, flight buddies, & room block coordination
• Friday Night ATC 10-Year Anniversary Kickoff Dinner 🥂
• Ability to rack side-by-side in transition on race morning (IF we all check in together)
• Epic finish-line cheer squad & post-race celebrations
Your Next Steps:
1️⃣ Register: Race spots will go fast.
2️⃣ Check Your Passport: Make sure it’s valid through 2027!
3️⃣ Join the FB Group & Event: Travel & lodging details are dropping there first. Austin Triathlon Club Members
4️⃣ Start Training: 140.6 miles of work starts now.
"Ten years of training together. One trip that finally takes it international."
🔗 Get the full race details at the link below
https://www.ironman.com/races/im-canada-ottawa
