Gold Coast T100 Triathlon
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Quick Information
At a glance.
Location
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Event Date
2027-03-20
Distances
Olympic Triathlon (1.5 km swim / 40 km bike / 10 km run) · T100 Triathlon (2 km swim / 80 km bike / 18 km run) · 10 km Run
Entry Status
TBC
Official Website
Countdown
33 weeks until race day
Overview
The event.
The Gold Coast T100 Triathlon brings professional and age-group triathlon racing to one of Australia's most iconic coastal destinations. The event weekend includes multiple race options, allowing athletes to experience the atmosphere of the T100 Triathlon World Tour across Olympic-distance, 100 km triathlon and running events. The main T100 race features a 2 km swim, 80 km bike and 18 km run, beginning around Broadwater Parklands before travelling along the Gold Coast and finishing in Surfers Paradise. Dates and event details should always be confirmed with the official organiser.
Broadwater Parklands becomes a festival precinct across the weekend, with professional T100 racing, age-group waves and a finish in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Expect crowds, music and a genuinely international feel.
Who it suitsDeveloping athletes ready for their first Olympic-distance race, and experienced triathletes wanting a fast, flat middle-distance test at 100 km.
Key challengesMarch heat and humidity on the Gold Coast, exposed coastal wind on the bike, and pacing an 18 km run that is longer than a standard half-distance run split feels.
Course Breakdown
The route.
- Swim
- Sheltered Broadwater swim starting near Broadwater Parklands. 1.5 km for the Olympic race, 2 km for the T100.
- Bike
- Fast, largely flat coastal course along the Gold Coast. 40 km for the Olympic race, 80 km for the T100, with speed maintenance rather than climbing the deciding factor.
- Run
- Flat coastal run finishing in Surfers Paradise. 10 km for the Olympic race, 18 km for the T100.
- Transitions
- Central transition based at the Broadwater Parklands precinct.
Training Preparation
How long should you train?
A realistic runway to prepare well for Gold Coast T100 Triathlon, based on where you're starting from.
Every athlete is different. These timelines are intended as a guide only and depend on your current fitness, previous experience, lifestyle and goals.
Philippe's Coaching Perspective
What I'd focus on.
If I were coaching you for Gold Coast T100 Triathlon, the first thing we'd protect is the bike. Almost every athlete arrives with enough run fitness to survive and enough swim technique to finish, but under-does the specific bike work the course demands.
Pacing is where races are won or lost. The first hour should feel almost too easy. If you're honest about your fitness rather than optimistic, the second half of the run becomes possible instead of a survival exercise.
The athletes who struggle most are the ones who trained hard but never rehearsed race-day nutrition and pacing in a fatigued state. Practice the whole day, not just the individual disciplines.
— Philippe, Col de Sud
Is This Event Right For You?
An honest look.
This event is ideal if you
- ✓You enjoy the challenge of a well-organised triathlon event
- ✓You're prepared to train consistently for several months
- ✓You enjoy Queensland-style terrain and conditions
- ✓You're looking for a meaningful, memorable challenge rather than a casual outing
You may prefer another event if
- •Your goals are focused on a different distance or discipline
- •You're looking for a shorter, lower-commitment first event
- •You haven't yet built the aerobic base this event demands
Col de Sud Assessment
A quick impression.
- Overall Difficulty
- ★★★★★
- Terrain
- ★★★★★
- Technical Skill
- ★★★★★
- Beginner Friendly
- ★★★★★
- Scenic Experience
- ★★★★★
General Col de Sud assessment. Not an official event rating.
Frequently Asked
Questions we hear.
When is the Gold Coast T100 Triathlon?+
Saturday 20 March 2027 to Sunday 21 March 2027, with the Olympic-distance race on Saturday and the T100 and 10 km run on Sunday. Dates and event details should always be confirmed with the official organiser.
What is the T100 triathlon distance?+
A 2 km swim, 80 km bike and 18 km run, totalling 100 km.
Is the Gold Coast T100 suitable for beginners?+
The Olympic-distance option on Saturday, a 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike and 10 km run, suits developing athletes with a solid base. The 100 km T100 race is a middle-distance event and needs a longer build.
Where does the race start and finish?+
Racing is based around Broadwater Parklands on the Gold Coast, with the main T100 course travelling along the coast to finish in Surfers Paradise.
How hard is the course?+
Flat and fast. The difficulty comes from sustained effort, heat and humidity rather than climbing or technical terrain.
Col de Sud Coaching
Training for the Gold Coast T100?
Whether you are taking on the Olympic-distance event or the full 100 km race, personalised coaching can help you prepare for the swim, bike and run demands of the Gold Coast course.
Col de Sud Coaching
Your journey starts here.
Every athlete starts somewhere.
Whether you're preparing for your first event, chasing a personal best or simply wondering if this challenge is right for you, the most important question isn't "Can I do it?"
It's "How much time should I give myself to do it well?"
There's no one-size-fits-all answer. Your ideal preparation depends on your experience, fitness, lifestyle and goals.
If you'd like help creating a realistic training plan for this event, I'd be happy to talk it through with you.
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