We noticed cool gear, interesting people, and even a few things we wish we hadn't seen, on our second day at the 2015 GoPro Ironman World Championship.
The Ironman swim course was still busy at noon, on a day when the lap pool was closed.
Kids also used the opportunity to enjoy the water.
When cruise ship passengers stumble upon half naked athletes.
Dimond bikes is well represented in Kona.
Luke McKenzie signing autographs at the Aquasphere booth.
Runners are everywhere in town.
Orange is the official Timex 2015 Ironman World Championship color.
Roka now offers cycling kits and swim apparel.
GoPro offers several interesting new mounts for their cameras. The quick clip on the hat is simple and clever, and the wrist mount can also be attached to the leg.
All3Sports from Atlanta is well represented in Kona.
Don't be that person, please.
Action in the Zwift booth, with a new workout option.
According to ItsTheNerve, you don't get to eat pickles and mustard to prevent cramps.
Team Wurtele was also in action inside the Aquasphere booth.
The new Zipp NSW 808 wheels offer a different rim shape, a new dimple pattern, an advanced brake track, and new hubs. According to Zipp, that means a 3-4 watt savings over the 808 Firecrest wheels.
The new dimple pattern has a shark tooth pattern, and the printed graphics are understated and attractive.
The Queen K is busy with bikes and cars, but there is construction going on to double up the lanes.
A late afternoon run on Ali'i Drive.
The nuun crew crafted nuun cocktails for guests at the 2015 Slowtwitch gathering, held at the Bonk Breaker house in Kona.
All images © Herbert Krabel / slowtwitch.com
