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Here Comes Mr. Jordan Rapp

 Eight months ago a hit and run driver almost killed him. Somehow Jordan Rapp pieced his shattered body together and his 4th at Ironman Arizona might have been his greatest day in the sport
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Chrissie’s Arizona redemption

 Devastated when illness short circuited her attempt at a Kona four-peat; a smashing 8:36:13 Ironman Arizona win and 3rd place for boyfriend Tom Lowe offered sweet solace for Chrissie Wellington.
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Andreas Raelert’s take on Kona

 Chris McCormack said Andreas Raelert will look back at their 2010 Kona duel as the one he let get away; the talented runner-up has a different take and talked to slowtwitch about it.
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The world according to Klep

 Portuguese triathlete Pedro Gomes is also known as Klep and Krepe, but recently he got in the news with his runner-up finish at the 2010 Ironman Florida. We had a few words with the very outgoing Pedro Gomes.
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Julie Dibens reflects

 Defending Ironman 70.3 World Champion Julie Dibens looks at her chances at Clearwater after a third place Kona debut and a runner-up spot at the XTERRA World Championships.
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The other passion of Alex Lloyd

 Alex Lloyd is one of several racing drivers who has been bitten by the triathlon bug. When he isn't working his 650 hp Boy Scouts of America, Dale Coyne Racing IndyCar, you may find him swimming, biking or running.
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Gary Erickson reflects

 As one of the key sponsors of Chris McCormack, Conrad Stoltz and Shonny Vanlandingham, Clif Bar co-CEO Gary Erickson certainly had quite a bit to smile about recently, but it isn't all about World Championship titles and racing.
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The Man abides

 Dave Scott has been picked to be inducted into the USA Triathlon Hall of Fame next year. The Man graciously accepted the invitation – and talked with Slowtwitch about the honor and some life-changing events.
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Tim DeBoom’s long goodbye

 We will not see a Tim DeBoom curtain call in Kona, as he vowed 2010 was his last start at the Ironman World Championships. During his Kona career, DeBoom posted two wins, a 2nd a 3rd, a 4th, and two 10ths.
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The inspirational Rajesh Durbal

 Orlando resident Rajesh Durbal recently finished the Ford Ironman World Championships in 14:19:12, a performance that is quite amazing for a triple amputee. We noticed Rajesh in Kona and finally had a chance to talk with him.
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Andy Tompkins talks Interbike

 It is now confirmed that Interbike will stay in Las Vegas and keep that familiar time slot. Previously it was announced that the show would move to early August and Anaheim, CA and we had a few words with show director Andy Tompkins.
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Raynard Tissink post Kona 2010

 South African Raynard Tissink finished 5th in Kona and has finished twice in the top ten before, but this year's effort was his best result at the Ionman World Championships. We also learned that Raynard has skills beyond his athletic prowess.