I just went to the IMC page and saw a link for a Spectator’s Guide. I pulled it up (http://www.ironman.ca/2005canspecguide.pdf) and one thing struck me. WTF are they using a pic of a huge paceline?
I just went to the IMC page and saw a link for a Spectator’s Guide. I pulled it up (http://www.ironman.ca/2005canspecguide.pdf) and one thing struck me. WTF are they using a pic of a huge paceline?
Can’t see the picture but could it be from the telephoto lens which compresses the perspective making the near and far objects seem much closer together than they really are? Those type of shots are very common often confusing those “in the know” about drafting.
It’s possible - I don’t know much about photography. But the point remains - why use a picture that depicts drafting?
It’s possible - I don’t know much about photography. But the point remains - why use a picture that depicts drafting?
Would it stop you from entering?
If you’re a first timer, are you going to want to do a race where you think you’ll be alone for 112 miles? Or would you like to think there will people around to help you along (emotionally, not by drafting)?
If you are a repeat customer, you know the drill and you are going to do the race anyway. But in trying to woo new people, you have to help them get over the fear of doing an IM…
It is good marketing.
I checked it out, and I think you are right. The shadows look pretty close together and some even overlap. I don’t think they are on a hill, cause most of the riders are still in their aerobars (also it would be pretty cruel for a photographer to stake out the top of the hill when no one will be looking their best).