International Powerman Association

About

POWERMAN is the premier global event label for duathlon and consists of the biggest and most well-known duathlon events in the world. Athletes of all ages and from every corner of the world travel to train, challenge, compete and strive to become the World’s top POWERMAN duathletes.

The International Powerman Association (IPA) aims to support, promote and unite the sport of duathlon. The IPA has the character of a non-profit organization of race organizers who share the common goal; to establish a world-wide duathlon series of the highest quality and to deliver the best racing opportunity: The POWERMAN World Series.

The IPA focuses on the triangular relationship of athletes, federations and organizers, to create the very best race experience for athletes, organisers, spectators, sponsors and officials. IPA recognizes the need for in-depth cooperation with all national federations.

Our Mission

Our mission is to motivate people to love and do sports, particularly running and cycling, and of course entering POWERMAN events. We encourage everybody to contribute to a sustainable and healthier way of living.

All Winner Mentality

We're a united POWERMAN community, celebrating every finisher as a winner in their personal journey. Nothing beats the joy, pride, and accomplishment seen in their shining eyes and beaming smiles at the finish line.

Our History

The POWERMAN World Series has grown into a global race experience with mass-participation events in more than 20 countries. It provides top duathletes with the unique opportunity to compete for a spot in the Duathlon World Championships, to race each other at the highest level of competition.

1989

Zofingen Switzerland hosts for the first time its long-distance duathlon. At the time, this was known as “biathlon” or “run and bike“.

1990

The label POWERMAN was introduced to this event. It is from this date that “POWERMAN” became recognised globally as the quality assurance label for long distance duathlon events.

1994

The label POWERMAN was introduced to this event. It is from this date that “POWERMAN” became recognised globally as the quality assurance label for long distance duathlon events.

1996

POWERMAN opts for strategic long-term cooperation with both international (ITU) and national federations.

1997

As a direct result of this cooperation, ITU and POWERAN organize for the very first time in the sport of duathlon the “ITU POWERMAN Long Distance Duathlon World Championships”. The date and location were set and Zofingen, as a World Championship venue, was born.

1999

POWERMAN race directors form International Powerman Association (IPA) in Switzerland, electing John Raadschelders as President and Stefan Ruf as vice-president. Over two decades, the POWERMAN World Series has evolved into a premier global race series embraced by athletes, organizers, sponsors, and spectators alike.

Still Striving For More

The World's Most Famous Duathlon

Apart from the European Championships, other Continental Championships in Asia, America, Africa and Oceania will take place.

The Biggest Duathlon In The World

POWERMAN Malaysia is held annually in Putrajaya, Malaysia, with over 4000 adult participants and over 500 POWERKIDS.

International World Championships

International championships will expand with the addition of annual Middle Distance World Championships alongside the Long-Distance World Championships.

Continental Championships

In 2024, the world's most famous duathlon will be held for the 35 th time in Zofingen/Switzerland, where it all started in 1989.