It’s a great host city, an amazing location, and was a really fun race both years. I would have been there again next year, but alas, IM prematurely pulled the plug.
Article from local news linked - https://www.ksby.com/morro-bay/heres-why-ironman-is-canceling-next-years-race-in-morro-bay
In a statement to KSBY, Ironman said: “While we worked to find solutions to improve the race experience for 2025, based on the swim course options for this event and recognizing the variability of challenging conditions, we do not feel it is in the best interest to continue this event.”