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dave orlowski

in Food & fun, Home, Ironman, Kona Bound, North America

THE ULTIMATE INSIDER’S GUIDE TO FOOD & FUN ON HAWAII

Between Dana and I, we have been to the Big Island of Hawaii at least 15 times and probably more. We have been both for vacations, including one wedding – mine – and the Ironman World Championships. The only conclusions to be reached are that WE LOVE HAWAII and that we really know it inside out and all the great places to have food and…

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miranda carfrae
in Home, Kona Bound, Life with a Triathlete, Race Life

DIARY OF A KONA BOUND TRIWIFE – RACE WEEK

We have now been on The Big Island since late last Thursday night and time has flown by.  I can’t believe THE race is almost here.  I keep hearing, “I have nothing to prove” interspersed with “I’m a little wound up right now.”  I’ll just let him have his period of schizophrenia….. Was very happy to run into one of our fellow racers at breakfast…

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GIVING THANKS…..

The TriWives have so much to be thankful for this year and what better time then Thanksgiving to put everyone and everything we are grateful for down in a list.  We never imagined last year at this time that we’d be sharing our lives with the world, so to speak.  We’re sure you have much in your life to be grateful for, too.  So, why…

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TRIWIVESCLUB TRIATHLETE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE – DAY 3

Day 1, Day 2, and here we are with Day 3. We continue with our triathlete gift suggestions. Hope you find something you like….. TRIATHLETE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 1. Is your house overflowing with triathlete gear and clothes? Do you sometimes wonder where you will put one more race t-shirt? Well, time to say enough to materialism and stop the buying madness!! We’re sure your…

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dave orlwoski
in Guest Blogger, Home, Ironman, Kona Bound

Dave Orlowski – Original Ironman Talks Racing & Spectating

The TriWives had the distinct pleasure to chat with Dave Orlowski, one of the original 1978 Ironman, who finished 3rd by the way.  Over the years, Dave has taken on the role of both racer and spectator, so he was able to offer a unique perspective for this interview.  Dave actually did not do another Ironman until 2008 for the 30th anniversary in Kona.  Since…

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Original Ironman Dave Orlowski

Do you know Dave Orlowski?   If not you should!!!  He is one of the Original Ironman, who finished 3rd in the 1978 event and is still racing.  Today, however, he is a spectator at Ironman Wisconsin.  He had this great recommendation for us:  “Cheer and yell loud for the athletes coming out of the swim.  I used to clap, but after 17 hours my hands…

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