Post-IMWA Scenes

As a departure from race day dramatic shots, we present (courtesy of Soon, a Korean-Australia who posted a sub-12 hour, first Ironman finishing time; his best standalone marathon is 3:01) scenes from IMWA including the Day After The Event. Thanks, Soon!

Bike check-in.

Pre-race swim.

The Finish Line…unraveled!

Finally, we enjoy a quiet moment with ‘Voice of Ironman’ Mike Riley and race supporter-buddy, Tc Campbell.

When I grow up (to 74 years) I want to be like them…it gets harder (each year) to qualify even in their age group.

Winners of IMWA: both from Western Australia.

Soon: uber-marathoner and now-Ironman, 44 years old.

You must visit the Chocolate Factory at Margaret River. Free sampling!

Compulsory stop-over: Beer-therapy for the hobbling, middle-aged triathlete! We strongly recommend the India Pale Ale [hidden from view to discourage minors].

The Fox: 10:14 finish! He is aiming to earn another Kona slot within the next year (he completed the Ironman World Championships in 2005). 

Wine [medicine, in some circles] served ('first-come, first served') at the Awards Evening; yes, that is red meat in the foreground, but it's recovery time! We whacked the buffet table at least twice.