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Photos: 2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

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  • Published Nov 19, 2011
  • Updated Nov 19, 2011 at 9:21 PM UTC
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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    Ironman legend Lisa Bentley is recognized at the welcome dinner. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    Tempe Mayor Hugh Hallman welcomes the crowd. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    Mary Ann and Bob Blais with the youngest competitor and Blazeman warrior, Jenny Hansen. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    Ken Clark: local age group athlete and the proud auction winner of the autographed Ironman Poster with all proceeds going to the Tempe Police Department. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    Transition fills up on Saturday. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    One way to get a sponsor. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    Pros Meredith Kessler and Linsey Corbin check their bikes in and get ready for Sunday morning. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    Meredith Kessler and Kelly Williamson pose for photos with a few age group athletes. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    Tim O'Donnell poses with members of Team Red White and Blue. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    The crew from Specialized is on site to help with adjustments and repairs. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    Pro Jordan Rapp and son Quintin are both race ready. Photo: Paul Pahillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    The view cyclists will see as they approach the turn around on each lap of the bike course. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    The Ironman kids race included over 500 kids from Kindergarten to sixth grade for the benefit of the Chances for Children, supporting running and fitness programs for local kids. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    The kids ran one mile. Photo: Paul Phillips

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    2011 Ironman Arizona Pre-Race

    The Ironman kids run raised money for Chances for Children. Photo: Paul Phillips

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