thanks Steve for your input and the week long reporting.
1. indeed, interesting to see who was there (as vendors) and who didnt come. there were some noticeable absences or limited presence. the carousel is always interesting to observe.
7. i tend to agree with Terra Man: i think Kona does a great job accommodating the IM burst. wherever i went, even at the crowded aquatic center, i found local people very welcoming. i did hear some mild complains about "iron people" riding their bikes carelessly. but overall, i am still amazed at how courteously i was treated.
i think the kona magic is here to stay. especially in the eyes of foreigners.
ironman village: WTC tried to improve it with a new flow/set up. i'm not sure if that was successful. if anyone has an opinion, please lmk.
1. indeed, interesting to see who was there (as vendors) and who didnt come. there were some noticeable absences or limited presence. the carousel is always interesting to observe.
7. i tend to agree with Terra Man: i think Kona does a great job accommodating the IM burst. wherever i went, even at the crowded aquatic center, i found local people very welcoming. i did hear some mild complains about "iron people" riding their bikes carelessly. but overall, i am still amazed at how courteously i was treated.
i think the kona magic is here to stay. especially in the eyes of foreigners.
ironman village: WTC tried to improve it with a new flow/set up. i'm not sure if that was successful. if anyone has an opinion, please lmk.