Limerick Triathlon Club
Pain is temporary, Club pride is forever Limerick Triathlon Club is the longest running triathlon club in Ireland. The first event was organised in 1985 in St.
Founded in 1985 by a handful of people we now have more than 200 members. Enda's Sports Complex, in Limerick, with about 30 athletes. This was followed that summer by the first "Hell of the West" triathlon, where approx. 40 athletes came from far and wide to Kilkee's East End, to compete in the grueling triathlon, and dance the night away in the Atlantic Hotel. Every year we organise a Duathlon, t
20/06/2026
☀️ Hell of the West Training Day ☀️
Swim course ✅
What a turnout this morning! Great to see so many club members getting out to preview the course, with the sun shining and conditions looking fantastic. Plenty of excitement building for race day.
Thanks to everyone who came along 🏊🏼♀️ Cycle pending….
16/06/2026
🔥 HELL OF THE WEST TRIATHLON TRAINING DAY 🔥
Join us this Saturday 20th June for a course familiarisation and group training session in Kilkee 🌊
🏊 Swim Meet-Up
📍 Bandstand swim start
🕥 10:30am (high tide)
🚴 Group Cycle
🕦 Meet back at the bandstand around 11:30am to head out for a group ride of the race course.
🏃 Optional Run
After the cycle, anyone keen can head out for a run at their own pace.
🛟 Bring your swim floaties for the training swim (please note they will NOT be permitted on race day). Please beware that water temp is lower this time of year so these are a couple of things we need to keep in mind and look out for ⚠️
Whether you’re racing Hell of the West for the first time or looking to sharpen up before race day, come along and train with the group.
See you at the bandstand! 💪🏼
15/06/2026
🏊🏼♀️🚴🏽♂️🏃🏽♂️Another fantastic weekend of racing!
Special congratulations to Karol Bielecki on completing IRONMAN Klagenfurt in an impressive 16:27:22💪🏼
Well done to all of our members who competed at Hook or by Crook, Tribesman Triathlon & The Thomond Swim👏🏼
Ed Fahy AG 🥉
10/06/2026
4️⃣0️⃣ YEARS-OLYIMPIANS-LEGENDS-1️⃣RACE
Our very own feature article celebrating the story of Hell of the West—40 years of championship racing, iconic performances, and the athletes who made this race what it is today ⭐️🔥
From Olympians and course records to first-time finishers and unforgettable battles, Hell of the West has earned its place as one of Ireland’s most iconic triathlons🙌🏼🌊
The next chapter is written on race day 🏆
Less than 4 weeks remain. Will you be on the start line?
🔗 Enter now via the link in our bio.
08/06/2026
A huge congratulations to all our athletes who raced Ironman 70.3 events this weekend!🔥👏🏼
🇮🇹 Alghero – Maggie Whelan 4th in AG & secured a spot at the Ironman 70.3 World Champs🔥 Well done to John Deegan on a super race💪🏼
🇵🇱 Warsaw – Helen Hartigan 🥇 AG & secured a spot at the Ironman 70.3 World Champs🔥 Super performances across the board from Deirdre O Malley, Siobhan Quain and Mary Kate Moloney. Unfortunate DNF for Dermot Hayes due to illness. Onwards and upwards 💪🏼
🇬🇧 Bolton – Well done to Sean O Halloran great racing 👏🏼
We’re incredibly proud of you all! 💙
08/06/2026
A huge congratulations to all of our members who took part in both the Brian Boru Sprint Triathlon and the Fastnet Sprint Triathlon this weekend! 👏🏼 🏊🏼♀️🚴🏽♂️🏃🏽♂️
The conditions were far from easy, with plenty of wind and rain making for a challenging day out. Well done to everyone who represented the club🙌🏼
A special mention goes out to the following people:
Conor O Brien 🥇 OA
Maeve Collins 🥇 AG
Murna Griffin O Malley🥇AG
Ray Kearney 🥈AG
Lisa Horgan 🥇AG
Roisin Doran 🥇AG
Lorna Fenton 🥉AG
Shane Larkin 🥇AG
Ollie Foley 🥈AG
Dave Beaty 🥇AG
06/06/2026
Best of luck to all of our members competing in Ironman 70.3 Alghero & Warsaw tomorrow 🫡
04/06/2026
Any rentals available for hell of the west weekend? Limerick Triathlon Club Limerick Narwhals Wild Atlantic Break
03/06/2026
🔥 HELL OF THE WEST TRIATHLON 🔥
⏰ ONLY 4 WEEKS TO GO!
On July 4th, one of Ireland’s most iconic triathlons returns for its 40th Anniversary — and we want YOU on the start line.
🌊 Swim in the stunning bay
🚴 Conquer the bike course
🏃 Finish strong through the heart of town
For 40 years, athletes of all abilities have taken on the challenge, the atmosphere, and the unforgettable experience that is the Hell of the West.
Whether you’re chasing a PB, taking on your first triathlon, or returning to relive the magic, this is your chance to be part of history.
🎉 Celebrating 40 Years of Hell of the West
📅 July 4th
📍 Kilkee, Co. Clare
🎟 Entries are open now at limericktriathlon.com
Don’t be the person watching from the sidelines wishing you’d entered.
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