Photos: A Record-Breaking Day At 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene
- By Nils Nilsen
- Published Jun 21, 2012
- Updated Jun 21, 2012 at 1:30 PM UTC
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Dibens celebrates shortly before taking her first full Ironman win. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Boom, the pros are off lead by star swimmer Julie Dibens. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
The Pros early morning start was a bit chilly. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Julie Dibens warming up for a polar swim? Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Pro Female Caitlin Snow is eager to shed the sweats. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Logan Franks had a unique way of getting used to the chilly water. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Craig Alexander heads to T1. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Cesar Valera of Venezuala pushed hard early in the bike. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Caroline Gregory rides past one of several sheer rock faces. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Desiree Ficker in the early morning light. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Caitlin Snow chasing her shadow. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Heath Thurston had an early spill on the bike. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Maik Twelsiek put in an amazing effort on the bike and would leave T2 with over 9 minutes on Craig Alexander. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Dibens lead start to finish, putting over 40 minutes on second place during the bike. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Craig Alexander stuck to his plan and kept Maik within reach for the run. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Maik's awesome ride grabbed the attention of the television crew. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Craig flies by Lake Coeur d'Alene. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Adam Jensen navigates an s-turn. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Brendan Halpin didn't even notice the scenery. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Snow rides along the lake. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Crowie takes on water early in the run. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Maik did what he could to keep Crowie at bay, but in the end Crowie caught him. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Billy Edwards cruises on the run. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Dibens was strong early on but ended up having trouble in the second half of the marathon. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Slow is not what Crowie had in mind. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Snow and her unique running style power to second overall. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Haley Cooper-Scott took third in the women's race with a strong run. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Crowie celebrates with the crowd for his win. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Stamped, Crowie is heading to Kona. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Maik's effort showed on his face at the finish. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Dibens breaks the course record. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
Ironman Coeur d'Alene
Julie Dibens took the victory, bloody toe and all. Photo: Nils Nilsen
Look back on the 2011 Ironman Coeur d’Alene triathlon with these photos from Nils Nilsen. The race will crown a new champion as Craig Alexander and Julie Dibens will not be on the starting line.
FILED UNDER: Photos TAGS: Craig Alexander / Ironman Coeur d'Alene / Julie Dibens
