Category Archives: Race Week

Going Old School

Posted on October 9, 2009 by lord_lordy

Swimming in Rogers spare BlueSeventy this morning was really inconclusive leaving me wondering about racing Old School tomorrow – ie in my tri shorts. Swimming in his suit was definitely better and if my shoulders weren’t already rubbed raw it … Continue reading →

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A Day Of Nothing

Posted on October 8, 2009 by lord_lordy

It doesn’t happen very often but today is complete rest. I enjoy this point before big races when there’s loads of time to relax. Jo and I are just chilling out in our room and it’s nice just nattering about … Continue reading →

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Parade Of Nations

Posted on October 7, 2009 by lord_lordy

It’s all kicking off now. This evening was The Parade Of Nations. This is a nice little event. Very informal, not too long a parade and the locals seem to love it. I really feel athletes should make every effort … Continue reading →

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Volcano Ice Cream

Posted on October 6, 2009 by lord_lordy

Volcano Ice Cream is the one on the right. This is the most delicious banana, strawberry and oreo cookie ice cream. Ever since my first visit here in 2005 (when I think I had this almost every day before the … Continue reading →

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Painted Church Loop

Posted on October 5, 2009 by lord_lordy

I did take a picture of the Painted Church but it’s not that great. It’s painted yes … but it’s just painted plain white. It’s not like it’s some flash paint job. So a picture of coffee will have to … Continue reading →

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Run Walk

Posted on October 4, 2009 by lord_lordy

Slept well last night and didn’t feel like swimming this morning so I stayed in bed. If I’m honest I just didn’t fancy the taste of salt water. I went and met up with Roger, Russell and Martyn to head … Continue reading →

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Queen K Battering

Posted on October 3, 2009 by lord_lordy
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Dig Me Beach

Posted on October 2, 2009 by lord_lordy

Here’s a picture of Rachel and I on “Dig Me Beach” at 7am this morning just before swimming the full course. We swam it pretty easy. Rachel is swimming well as she pulled away from me pretty easily. It was … Continue reading →

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How Can You Bottle This?

Posted on October 10, 2008 by lord_lordy

Todays picture is from Saturday – Roger and I at the nice little coffee shop at the turnaround in Hawi. I’m thoroughly enjoying my iced latte. It’s worth getting out well before the race so you feel able to ride … Continue reading →

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Riding With A Hero

Posted on October 9, 2008 by lord_lordy

Todays photo is of me and my nephew Jude in Kona. I’m sporting my Art Of Tri t-shirt that I won for my fastest transition at Ironman Wisconsin. It’s made of organic cotton and I’m generally rather skeptical about such … Continue reading →

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