Photos: Kona Monday—The Last Big Workouts
- By Kurt Hoy
- Published Oct 8, 2012
- Updated Oct 10, 2012 at 3:55 AM UTC
Xena cruises the Queen-K
Caroline Steffen did a 4-hour ride on Monday, but kept the effort super low the whole way. She was getting passed by droves of age groupers. Photo: Aaron Hersh
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Carfrae on the bike
Mirinida Carfrae was out for one last fast ride on the Queen-K on Monday. Photo: Aaron Hersh
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Henning Rides
Rasmus Henning announced a couple of weeks ago that the 2012 Ironman World Championship would be his final race. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Dig Me Scene
Each morning at 7 a.m. Dig Me Beach is the place to be for age groupers and professionals. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Corbin
American Linsey Corbin spent a few weeks training in Bend, Ore. before heading to Kona. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
The Pier
The pier where the swim start will take place is open to athletes year-round.
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Linsey Corbin and Matt Lieto
Linsey Corbin and Matt Lieto spent the past few weeks training together in Lieto's hometown of Bend, Ore. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
David Dellow
Dellow of Team TBB has serious dark horse potential. Photo: Aaron Hersh
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Eneko Llanos
Spain's Eneko Llanos will look to improve on his second-place finish from 2008. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Sunrise at Dig Me
The Ironman World Championship swim course features an out and back loop. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Media Circus
The Kona Pier is the place to be for media, fans and athletes in the morning. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Dig Me
Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Swim Skin
Marisa turned out to support a friend at the swim start. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Brazilian Twins
Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Chrissie
She's not racing this year, but Chrissie Wellington has a packed appearance schedule on the Big Island. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Tom Lowe
Tom Lowe will make his sophomore appearance at this race. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Caveman
Professional triathletes from all disciplines come to Kona during race week to meet with sponsors and take in the atmosphere. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Chris Lieto stopping by Lava Java
Lieto isn't racing this year, but he is around town and working on the More Than Sport charity. Photo: Aaron Hersh
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Caroline Steffen
We met up with Caroline Steffen during a four-hour easy bike ride. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Bockel Hand Wrap
Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Dirk Bockel
Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Trevor Wurtele
Canada's Trevor Wurtele will be competing with his wife, Heather. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Rotor Q Rings
Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Fuel Cell
A look at the all-new FuelCell from Specialized. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Henning's Shiv
Henning's Specialized Shiv. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Henning Helmet
Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Henning Prepares
Rasmus Henning gets ready for the day's ride. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Rasmus Henning—Final Ironman
This will be the last race for Rasmus Henning before his retirement. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
TO and Henning on Queen K
Tim O'Donnell and Rasmus Henning take an easy spin on the Queen K. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Tim O'Donnell and Rasmus Henning
Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Rasmus Henning
Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
Caroline Steffen
Caroline Steffen is a favorite heading into Saturday's race. Photo: Kurt Hoy
With the 2012 Ironman World Championship only five days away, several top pros got their final tough workouts in before the rest period.
FILED UNDER: Ironman / Photos TAGS: Hawaii / Ironman / Kona / Queen K
Kurt Hoy
Kurt Hoy is the content director at Competitor Group.
