IRONMAN TEXAS, where athletes begin with a thrilling 2.4-mile swim in the serene waters of Lake Woodlands. Starting at North Shore Park, you'll glide through the freshwater lake, averaging a comfortable 74°F, and finish amidst cheering spectators at Town Green Park via a scenic canal. Next, conquer the 112-mile bike ride through The Woodlands and Northern Harris County. This exhilarating course includes two loops on the Hardy Toll Road, offering a fast, flat ride mostly free from traffic. Be ...