Durianman Triathlon [2017]
Now on it’s 6th year, Durianman Triathlon was initially a Standard Distance event with an easy course in Davao City. In the few years after, it became an event for all – kids, beginners, serious triathletes. In 2016, Durianman Triathlon transferred to the Island Garden City of Samal, introducing the cross channel swim leg. DURIANMAN has now been streamlined to cater to hardcore triathletes who are worthy of comparison to the King of Fruits – the Durian.
HOW TO GET THERE
Airport
Davao City is the “gateway to Mindanao”. Flights are scheduled regularly from major domestic hubs as well as one international hub – Singapore.
- AirAsia
- Cebu Pacific / Cebgo
- Philippine Airlines / PAL Express
- Silkair
Local Transport in Davao City
Taxis are available at the airport. Taxis (AUV type) that can accommodate oversized baggage such as bike bags are also regularly available at the airport.
Private land transport can be arranged. Please coordinate with info@durianman.com.
Davao to Samal
A 24 hour barge service is available to transport people and vehicles from Davao to Samal and vice versa.
Private sea transport can be arranged. Please coordinate with info@durianman.com.
Starting February 5 up to 28, we're offering a GROUP RATE of Php 3200/person! Register thru www.durianmantri.com
*Plus applicable Active fees
*Individual Category registration only
*Minimum 3 pax
Teaser for the Race Kit and Finisher's Goodies, and that's just part of it.
Don't miss out, register now: www.durianmantri.com
>February 5-28 - GROUP RATE Php 3200 each
**Minimum 3 pax
**Individual Category registrations only
**Plus applicable Active Fees
Course Maps as of January 25, 2017
Transition Area: Club Samal is approximately 400-500 meters away from Babak Wharf.
*Course Maps may change without prior notice
Course Maps for the DURIANMAN® Triathlon has been released! (For better quality maps, go to Course Overview)
DURIANMAN® Triathlon is organized by the Triathlon Association of Davao with the full support of VISIT DAVAO FUN SALE.
The 1.5KM point-to-point cross channel swim will be the most challenging leg for the DURIANMAN® Triathlon. Athletes will have to cross the Pakiputan Channel from Sasa, Davao City to Brgy. Caliclic, Samal. Even with the support of boats, jetskis, and kayaks (not to mention the 1.5km buoy lines on both sides), it could still be a difficult swim depending on the weather on race day.
The 40KM bike course takes the athletes along the Circumferential Road of the Island Garden City of Samal. There will be short manageable climbs throughout the course, with fast, downhill portions. Athletes will be able to enjoy the breeze as well as the breathtaking view of the sea.
Finally, the athletes will run 10KM in an out-and-back course from Club Samal. With the summer sun up high, athletes will have to be prepared for the heat as portions of the course are unshaded.