Kona 09 Friday
Friday is pretty much all about the bike check-in and getting rested. Many Pros who have been seemingly in hiding showed their faces for the first time in public, plus it is always interesting to see how the age groupers roll up.
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Yes, it is pretty much all about the bike check-in today.
Even though the check-in did not start until noon, some people were already lined up before 11:30am.
The bike count crew was set up early too and was getting last minute instructions.
What Cervelo model is this F4?
One of the first Pros to check in was Terenzo Bozzone aboard a Shiv.
Linsey Corbin had the usual happy smile on her face as she checked in.
Several age groupers and this experienced Pro showed up without the race number attached to the bike.
A very focused Rasmus Henning was all business as he rolled up.
Fellow ITU to long distance convert Dirk Bockel aboard his Max Lelli.
A beautiful custom paint scheme on the bike of this age grouper
Details show the events she has raced to date.
The 20-year old Philip Graves as he checked in was very calm and relaxed. Will he be the big surprise tomorrow?
This bike makes you wonder about the stiffness and strength of the frame.
Charlotte Kolters just before she checked in her custom painted Cervelo P3C
A very popular Chris Lieto is trying to get past the peanut gallery. Notice his aero helmet.
Many people wonder how well Andy Potts will do the second time out here in Kona.
Timo Bracht as he checked in his bike.
A closer look at the Giant of Timo Bracht.
Ain Alar Juhanson towers over his Scott Plasma 2.
As Michael Lovato checks in, he pauses for the camera folks.
