Had a wonderful conversation with tetsuoni indeeed. The trophy will by about 3 feet tall and will NOT be delicate! Thursday I do the detail work on the columns and hopefully get the laser engraved portion back. Then the pieces get stained and finished. IWhen I get a tracing of the stein I can do the recess to attach it and then cut threaded metal rods to hold it all together.
Some assembly may be required. I MAY be there, but I do not know. I am racing in NC the day before. (2 mile swim, 88 miles bike, 10 mile run) and with the state of my fitness right now I will be hurting at the end. Really want to be there. While I never met Chris, this spirit I perceive from his friends is what is best about multisport. While I am sure you all miss him, I am equally sure he want you all to continue racing and continue the trash talk! Pick will follow soon.
Doug
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