Category Archives: 2010

Leaving Kona

Posted on October 20, 2010 by lord_lordy

Todays photo is from Ron. I don’t his surname but he was kind enough to send me this photo he took of me in training on the Queen K. I feel I’m back in to training now. Yesterday Jo and … Continue reading →

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Chilling In Kona

Posted on October 19, 2010 by lord_lordy

In previous years I’ve always dashed off from Kona to another Island but this year we’ve just stayed in Kona. With the lack of flights to Auckland we ended up having a 10 day break following the race. It’s nearing … Continue reading →

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Post Race Thoughts

Posted on October 15, 2010 by lord_lordy

Finally Lava Java feels like a civilised place to hang out. It’s the Thursday after the race and things are really starting to settle down. It’s noticeable how much friendlier staff in restaurants and cafes are now. I’m guessing it’s … Continue reading →

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Triathlete Europe Interview Kona 2010

Posted on October 11, 2010 by lord_lordy

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Kona 2010 Analysis

Posted on October 10, 2010 by lord_lordy

I certainly feel like I did a race yesterday. I have two lovely sunburnt one inch bands on my back marking the edge of my tri suit. I did get them to put suncream on for the bike put I … Continue reading →

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Ironman World Championship, Kailua-Kona 2010

Posted on October 9, 2010 by lord_lordy

Time: 10:27:28 Swim: 57:39 T1: 2:16 Bike: 5:21:40 T2: 4:17 Run: 4:01:46 Race Analysis here Triathlete Europe Interview here This year the Pro’s started 30 minutes before the age groupers at 6:30am. This added a dilemma for me of what … Continue reading →

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Ready To Rumble

Posted on October 8, 2010 by lord_lordy

Just read my entry after the race last year and it’s boosted my confidence for tomorrow. I do feel quietly confident not because I feel on fire in any of my training sessions but just because I’ve had a consistent … Continue reading →

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Race Kit

Posted on October 8, 2010 by lord_lordy

This morning I was up nice and early to meet Roger and test my new Oomph race suit. I certainly like the look and feel of the suit. I did a pretty swift swim out to the halfway buoy and … Continue reading →

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What To Race In

Posted on October 7, 2010 by lord_lordy

Oh what should I wear to the ball ? It’s always a dilemma here in Kona as it’s a none wetsuit swim. All those tried and tested approaches over the years go out the window when you can’t just wear … Continue reading →

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Parade Of Nations

Posted on October 6, 2010 by lord_lordy

It’s hotting up in Kona now with the formalities starting. This evening was The Parade of Nations. An event that I always attend and encourage other athletes to come to. The locals come out and cheer and seem generally pleased … Continue reading →

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