WazeAbout the Event
The Canada Man / Canada Woman Xtreme Triathlon is one of the most extreme triathlons in the world. Held in Lac-Mégantic in the Eastern Townships, this event challenges athletes with long-distance races in an exceptional mountainous environment.
The Events
- Swimming: 3.8 km in the icy waters of the lake
- Cycling: 180 km with significant elevation gain in the mountains
- Running: 42.2 km culminating at the summit of Mont Mégantic (peak at 1100 m)
Why Extreme?
- Icy waters at the start (often below 14°C)
- Major elevation gain on the bike in the Eastern Townships
- Race finishing at the summit of Mont Mégantic
- No assistance — each athlete must have a mandatory support (ground team)
- Strict time limit of 18 hours
Practical Notes
- Wetsuit required (cold water)
- Headlamps for early morning start
- Mandatory support team (minimum 1 person)
- Registration by selection — qualification or lottery
- Finisher: prestigious status in the triathlon world
Places to Visit in Lac-Mégantic and Surroundings
- Mont-Mégantic National Park — Peaks of the course, hiking, and astronomical observation.
- ASTROLab — Unique astronomy interpretation center in America.
- Lac-Mégantic — Host city of the event, by the lakeside.
- Eastern Townships — Vineyards, microbreweries, and picturesque villages.