Tag Archives: Ironman

Parade Of Nations

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

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

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

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

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Dig Me Beach

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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Eyes Opened

I’ve had my eyes opened to just what the run could be like come race day. Above is me on Ali’i Drive in 2005 when I was running pretty well. I’d like to be running like that this year and … Continue reading

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Kona Arrival

It’s great to be back in Kona. Ran to the 3 mile post on Alii Drive this evening and it was great seeing all the familiar sights again, watching the sun set and running pain free. We’re back in the … Continue reading

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European Champion

Not me unfortunately but Jo. Read about it here. I am so pleased. She went and won the ETU Long Course in Prague this last weekend and was the first age grouper home. It was a funny weekend for me … Continue reading

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Lanzarote Post Race

Two days post race and we’re packed up ready for our flight back to the UK tonight. We’ve had a great time here and agree it’s an awesome training environment. The half board accommodation we had in the first three … Continue reading

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