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SAIL Challenge Québec

Sun, 25 Jul 2027Québec, Canada

Overview

With its vibrant French culture and warm hospitality, Québec is an unforgettable race destination

Race information

SAIL Challenge Québec powered by Argon18 is a race unlike any other, where world-class competition meets raw Quebéc beauty. Athletes race through the historic streets of Québec City, along the St Lawrence River, and into a vibrant, passionate atmosphere that rivals Europe’s best events. With a challenging yet fair course, cool summer temperatures ideal for performance, and flawless organisation, it’s built for personal bests. Add unforgettable scenery, enthusiastic crowds, and a welcoming host city, and SAIL Challenge Québec powered by Argon18 becomes more than a race, it’s an experience every athlete should have at least once.

5 reasons to race

Race through a UNESCO World Heritage treasure Run through 400 years of history, before an unforgettable finish at the iconic Port de Québec Bike along the closed Dufferin-Montmorency highway Magnificent course through the heart of Old Québec A perfect setting for the athletes’ village along the St Lawrence River

Race categories

Middle distance

Sprint distance

Standard distance

Route

Typical race-day conditions

Air 25 °C · Water 23 °C

Race distances

Sprint distance: 750 m swim · 20 km bike · 5 km run

Swim course

The event kicks off with a 750m/1.5km/1.9km or a 3.8km swim in Bassin Louise, surrounded by yachts and the charming Vieux-Québec!

Bike course

The multi-lap bike course is historic in its own right, as it is the only time in the year that the highway is closed for an event. Athletes will experience an out-and-back ride along the St Lawrence River, featuring picturesque views of Île d’Orléans and Québec city.

Run course

The run takes participants on a flat course through more than 400 years of history in a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Athletes will explore Québec, followed by a scenic run along the Rivière Saint-Charles. Finishing along alongside the unique and exceptional Port de Québec Marina!
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