Colby, that is a wonderful race report (as always). I am not a gusher. But I would like to say that I have such respect for you, and so enjoy who you are--- as much as anyone can glean from an online-only acquaintanceship, anyway. You are the Rock of Gibraltar and just so...real. Congratulations to you!
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06-28-2010, 09:58 PM #1
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06-29-2010, 03:38 AM #2
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Woohoo Colby! What a day!
Yeah, 80s do sound mighty pleasant, but it's all in what you're use to.
That swim start just freaks me out. All those people... In 8 tris I have yet to get kicked or punched in the swim. But it seems like it would be inevitable with that many people.
Yay Colby! You are a fit a chick, you're an Iron Chick for goodness sake - 3 times!
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06-29-2010, 04:00 AM #3
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Great report, Colby, and fantastic race. You are truly Iron!
Hope that sunburn heals quick.Speed comes from what you put behind you. - Judi Ketteler
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06-29-2010, 04:40 AM #4
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Colby- YOU ARE AN IRON-STUD!!!
I'm so impressed with anyone who does more than one IM.
Great RR (as always). Loved all the pictures (I could even stand to see some more). I was looking forward to this all week. I'm glad you had a good race (you're getting better every year), and sorry about that dang sunburn. OUCH!
Next year we'll see you in the 14's. I can't wait!!
Congrats!!
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06-29-2010, 05:07 AM #5
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I loved reading this. Congratulations! And sorry about the sunburn.
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06-29-2010, 05:19 AM #6
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Wow. I'm always impressed by people who finish Ironmans (Ironmen?), but to maintain that kind of fitness and improve on it every year while also having a real life just impresses the hell out of me. Congratulations on your strong finish! I hope your sunburn doesn't peel.
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06-29-2010, 05:52 AM #7
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Wow. That's incredible. My helmet's off to you!
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06-29-2010, 05:58 AM #8
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What a great race report. Congrats on the race! I can completely relate to the heat beating you down. But you did it! Yay!
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06-29-2010, 06:31 AM #9
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Great race report Colby!!! You are so inspiring. I especially admire the mental toughness it must take to stick with it mile and after mile, even when hot, tired and sunburned. You are one tough woman!
Congratulations!!!
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06-29-2010, 06:43 AM #10
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That was really awesome! Seriously, I was crying into my oatmeal :-)
I am probably going to read it a few more times. Heat is tough, and I am so impressed that you were STILL able to take down your time through the heat!
I love the part about "this is what we do." Sometimes I wonder why I do these things, and sometimes your answer is the best one. Because it's what we do.
Thanks for taking the time to share.
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