The Expo has been in full swing for four days and is humming! The crowds of athletes and supporters have been treated to a fantastic showcase of products and merchandise! A record number of exhibitors this year !
The professional athletes have shared their time and their stories relating to this challenging sport by making appearances at many of the venues and displays at the Expo. A very busy time for them!
For the 2,000 athletes here - who could not go well with all this help, excitement and motivation surrounding them and leading them into race day and beyond!
A small taste of the exhibits and activity at this years Expo.............
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| The official Ironman event sponsor |
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Ironman Expo sets up, quickly transforming the Community Centre carpark,
the St Michael's Church grounds and the main street of Kona into an exciting hub of frenzied activity!! |
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Take off!!!
The crowds quickly swarm to look, glean information, test, try, discuss and buy the amazing
range of product and merchandise available at the Expo! |
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| Music, song and commentary add to the exciting mood and atmosphere |
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One of Luke's major sponsors
Fantastic products! |
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| The K-Swiss athletes |
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| Luke's bike sponsor- fantastic company and speedy bikes! |
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| Luke, Amanda Cave and Chrissie Wellington at an athlete signing at the Expo. |
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| The line-up for the signing |
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| Chrissie signing her book for Pete |
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| A great read! Amazing athlete! |
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| Lots of questions and conversation |
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| Australia and New Zealand are aquiring more races - great for all the triathletes down under! |
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Luke's wonderful coach Siri on her trusty motor scooter which proudly displays her IM athletes -
Leanda Cave (Superbird), Bek Keat (The Fighter) and Luke (Rocky).
Bek about to hop aboard for the trip home after a busy morning appearing at the Expo. |
Interesting menu this week at Lava Java...............
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Great to catch up with Darren and Liz over coffee at Lava Java - friends
from the Gold Coast.
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