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Kona 2012 - bike check-in

Written by: Herbert Krabel
Added: Fri Oct 12 2012

The highlight of Friday in Kona is the bike check-in. Athletes lined up as early as 11:15 am even though it does not open officially until noon. Enjoy these images from the day.

All images © Herbert Krabel / slowtwitch.com

  

  

  

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