Bike, Run, Party.. "Sidd, the Triathlete"

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April 23rd 2009

Published: April 29th 2009

Upon arriving in Brisbane in early January, Sidd had a rather lengthy “To Do List” to complete before I arrived - among them: (1) find place to live, (2) obtain medical license in order to be able to work, (3) set up bank account in order to get paid, (4) clean new apartment until sparkling, etc. After about one week, however, he soon found himself with some spare time, having duly checked off... Read Full Entry

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Waiting

Passing the time, waiting for Sidd to come by.

AHA!

Here he is, after just over 1hr 15 min.

Cruising Along

Approaching the transition zone...

Off he goes...

Heading out on the run

The little girl behind Sidd passed him... and then he had to pass her, on principle...

Huffing along

Sidd admits that he is one of the most inefficient runners - thud thud thud

Only 10 km to go

The finish line

The clock starts the minute the first wave heads out.

Ying Yang

I loved the contrast between these two participants.

True Triathlon Spirit

The age categories ranged above 50+. I only hope to be able to be this fit at this man's age.

Very Touching

This man stopped near the finish line to pick his daughter for the last 50 m.

Nearing the finish line

He was always on the opposite side of where I was standing!

The finishing sprint

Done!

Glow of achievement... and sweat

Thumbs Up!

Job well done!

Thai Food

Refueling

Post-triathlon Drinks

Enjoying a much deserved drink with some colleagues from work. Bruce's pink hair was because he lost a bet...

Hanging around to watch the World Cup participants

High performance bikes

These were the bikes of the world cup participants.

Smooth Transition

These guys are in and out of the transition zone in about 13 seconds. They put their shoes on while biking!

Beautiful Coast Line

29th April 2009

Arvind Thakore
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Great Feat
Hi Suidd and Melissa: Always nice to read your blog and especially when they are good narrative meking us experience the emotions and fellings. Good show and take care. Love you both Dad and mom

29th April 2009

Hani
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Awesome update! Love your writing! As for Sidd, I'm definitely impressed - did not know he had that in him to run a triathlon on such short notice. Keep up the cool news!

29th April 2009

Jyoti
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I wish I was there
Exellent very decriptive blog. Love reading over and over.Melissa- writing could be your second job -love reading. Congratulations Sid - I knew you can do it. Mom

30th April 2009

Div
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ahahaha
Sidd, thats a fashion statement I was hoping you would avoid!! Congrats on the triathalon...thats pretty amazing. Glad you guys are having such a blast!

3rd May 2009

Mike
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A real adventure..
The pics must have been photo-shopped, but I swear I could see muscle under your amazing techn-colour outfit!? Melissa, when you return to Canada you should seriously consider becoming a full-time blogger...you're very good!

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