The Kona swim courseThe Coffee’s of Hawaii boat anchored a few hundred metre’s off shore serves coffee daily to swimmers during race weekLooking back at Dig Me Beach where the swim start takes off from alongside Kona PierPast Ironman legends line Ali’i Drive along the finish chuteLooking out along the swim course from Dig Me BeachDig Me Beach is the place to be first thing during race weekSwimmers place their bags and belongings here whilst they swim. Best not to keep valuables in your bag though.How often do you see a bike of this value locked up with a chain in a bike rack?The Kona swim courseSpot Anderson spotted at Dig Me Beach2013 Ironman Champion Frederick Van Lierde honoured on Ali’i DriveThe Ironman World Championship features in the local sports pagesDaylight Mind cafe has a beautiful deck to sit in the sun and enjoy a coffeeDaylight Mind barista barLeanda Cave draws some attention on Ali’i DriveThe Nuun tent keeping everyone hydrated during the heat of race weekPhoto opportunity!Endurance ConspiracyBikes are a great option to get around during race weekLittle local food stands provide some of the freshest food in KonaBrazilian food just down near the main event centreScooters are a popular way to commute for the localsThe beautiful blue waters started to whip up some whitecaps on Thursday. Thankfully the winds appear to have settled for race day.A local makes hats out of banana leaves to sell to tourists whilst a friendly local officer looks onSome of the best sashimi fish is available on the islandConstruction of the finish line grandstand begins on Wednesday of race week.The construction goes up quickly and with minimal impact on Ali’i Drive
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