FN ISI Export Format VR 1.0 PT J TI Transferring IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland to Another Destination AF Roth, Simona AU Roth, S AB IRONMAN 70.3 is a global triathlon series where the athletes have to complete half the distance of IRONMAN race. Namely, the following distances swim 1.9km, bike 90.1km and run 21.1km. IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland takes place in Rapperswil-Jona, SG since its inaugural execution in 2007. The thesis should evaluate if IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland could be transferred to another destination. The focus of the paper is therefore on the establishment of a catalogue of criteria, which a destination has to fulfil to host a major triathlon event. This catalogue of criteria covers all issues important to organise an IRONMAN 70.3 and is based amongst others on the analysis of an athlete’s survey. Within the paper, the catalogue of criteria applies for chosen destinations to identify their suitability. Furthermore, it should support the company in the evaluation process of finding other possible race destination. ER