Tag Archives: Kona

Ironman World Championship 2009 Analysis

As usual I couldn’t sleep very well post race. Combination of the excitement of it in my head and the dull in ache in my quads and foot. The tendon is tight and sore. Read all about it here. Boy … Continue reading

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Ironman World Championships, Kailua-Kona 2009

Time: 11:28:42 Swim: 56:42 T1: 3:04 Bike: 5:08:53 T2: 3:39 Run: 5:16:24 Race analysis here. Ultra efficient body marking allowed me to be back to my room by 5:15am with plenty of time to try and relax. I felt so … Continue reading

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Dolphins

OK thats not a picture of a dolphin but rather my bike all ready to go. This mornings swim was unbelievable. I swam with Rachel to the 1.2 mile buoy and as we approached we heard and then saw a … Continue reading

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Going Old School

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

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

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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