I've won an Ironman Distance event in Fortaleza back in 2006 when I was still racing professionally, the event was named "Cabra da Peste" a local slang for a tough person. The announcements definitely brought me good memories.

Conditions are very rough, its a wind tunnel with the temperature of a sauna. I've written a course review here:

What to expect from the new Ironman in Fortaleza, Brazil

http://www.ironguides.net/...in-fortaleza-brazil/

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Vinnie Santana, Multisport Coach
http://www.ironguides.net
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