HALF IRONMAN 70.3 New Zealand in the breathtaking Waikato region. Brace yourself for a thrilling 1.9km swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Taupō, where the refreshing embrace of the lake at around 19 degrees Celsius (64 degrees Fahrenheit) sets the stage for an aquatic adventure like no other. The journey kicks off on the sandy shores, guiding swimmers towards the Yacht Club in a clockwise dance of determination and skill. As the cheers of enthusiastic spectators echo in the air, ...