Thursday

The next day began with a quick swim out to the coffee barge where delicious Kona coffee is served to those who make the half-mile journey out to the boat. In case that was not enough of a morning excitement Thursday before the race, the famed Underpants Run followed soon after. I sported a pair of Cookie Monster briefs and ran with my fellow competitor Beto (AKA “IronBeto” http://www.road2ironman.com/) who donned some Batman boxer briefs and a large afro. After building up my Argon 18 E-112, I headed to the expo for a quick check up by the helpful guys at the Argon 18 booth. As if helping me with my bike was not enough, they were kind enough to give me a t-shirt as well! I also met up for a quick chat with Ryan from Blueseventy who was so generous in providing a PZ3TX swimskin and a new pair of goggles for my race! For lunch, my coach Larry was kind enough to coax his friend Heather Jackson into eating at the Kona Brewing Company with me. Heather and I enjoyed great conversation over some Thai Chicken Pizza and strawberry salad. She helped to remind me that there was no pressure for my race on Saturday. I definitely needed to hear that. 

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