Thursday, July 21, 2011

ANARCHIST!

Get Cam to pronounce the name of the ride for you sometime ...

How long is the climb? FOREVER

So, our epic ride during training camp was the Ironman Canada Course plus. We added the climb to the Anarchist Lookout in Osoyoos, skipped the out-and-back in Cawston, and went back to Penticton via Green Mountain Road. Then, a quick spin out to Skaha Bluffs to secure the first 200 km ride of the season (and for me, ever).




A triathlete's shelf in the bathroom


Rachel & Mike ready for the ride. Matching kits were the order of the day


Three wicked-awesome athletes, with Osoyoos in the background


In case you've never turned around after descending Richter Pass, this is what it looks like from the first Roller


Rachel Kiers - Speed Queen


And of course we took the requisite stop at the Bear. Why don't they have any energy bars? Brian, you should work on that


The pump that is not a pump

Great ride with some great friends.

Sunday, July 17, 2011

Peach Classic: A Spectator's PoV

So I went out running in Penticton today, and there was some sort of race going on, dedicated to a big giant Peach.


Friend James starting the bike, on his way to a PR and DQ!


First out of the water and first in our hearts! Mike Adams showing great run form even when wearing a wetsuit


Rachel Kiers, smiling as always!


Local rockstar JonnyO sporting some awesome Orbea gear!


A tilty photo adds dramatic effect


Leading Edge Coach Andrew

This is why we come here. Running along the KVR in Naramata



Jeremy didn't look up when we yelled his name from Hillside Estates Winery. Must be the helmet


... and we knew that Fast Richele wouldn't be too far behind


For some reason they let this guy on the course


If there's a headband involved, you'll be sure that Anthony is there




If you know that to look for, you can see Jeremy running for the finish line a mile away!


Nice glasses!


Yes, Welcome economy


Some very, very fast athletes.

Congrats to everyone who raced - thanks for making my run so entertaining!

~ liquid