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2007 Ironman Revisited
Sunday, August 12, 2007
How it Began...
It started with a question – who was the fittest of them all?
The one who swam the 2.4 mile Waikiki Rough Water Swim?
The one who did the 112 Around Oahu Bike ride?
Or the one who did the 26.2-mile Honolulu Marathon?
It was Commander John Collins who said, “Swim 2.4, ride 112 and run 26.2, and brag for the rest of your life”
And so it was… In February 1978, 15 athletes stood on the sandy beaches of Waikiki and started what would become the most coveted, most grueling, and most rewarding of all sporting events - the Hawaii Ironman.
Ironman Revisited replicates the original Hawaiian Ironman Triathlon held on Oahu in 1978. It’s just you, your support crew and time well spent with friends. This time it’s not a race – it’s a journey. Retrace those original steps and revisit the roots of how this whole thing got started, and give back at the same time. The funds you raise will help make dreams come true for challenged athletes around the world.
Entry Requirements
Ironman Revisited is not an “official” race. You can compete as fast as you are able, but you will have to obey the “rules of the road”, especially during the cycling portion of the event. You are required to have a support crew to assist you during the triathlon and communicate back to the event headquarters. The start and finish will be at San Souci Beach Park.
The Course
Retraces the original 1978 Hawaii Ironman triathlon:
- The swim is the Waikiki Rough water Swim. It is 2.4 miles in the open ocean.
- The bike portion is the Around Oahu Bike Ride. It is 112 miles on open city roads with traffic.
- The run is the Honolulu Marathon. It is 26.2 miles on city walkways.
- Participate as an individual or as a relay team.
Click Here to view course maps.
The course is not closed and participants should be able to ride in traffic and must obey all traffic laws.
Special Guests
Major David Rozelle
Major David Rozelle serves as a true inspirational hero for injured American soldiers injured in recent conflicts abroad.
While in Iraq, commanding 140 troops of the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, Maj. Rozelle lost part of his right leg when a landmine exploded under his Humvee.
After rehabilitation as a below-the-knee amputee, Major Rozelle made the decision to return to active duty – the first American soldier to do so in modern times. Now having completed a second tour in Iraq on a prosthetic leg, Maj. Rozelle is helping his fellow injured soldiers to reclaim an active lifestyle, working at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. He strongly believes in the healing power of sports to help accomplish his new mission.
After participating in the 2004 San Diego Triathlon Challenge, Maj. Rozelle became a proud supporter of the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF). He serves as a role model and mentor in CAF’s Operation Rebound program.
Most recently, in 2006, Maj. Rozelle conquered not only the Ford Ironman Coeur d'Alene Triathlon, but the Ford Ironman World Championship in Kona - an important goal he set for himself to prove that he's not only "back in action," but back with a purpose.
Event Benefits
This event is very special, as you will join only a select few who have gone back to the roots of Ironman and experienced the journey of where it all began in 1978.
As well as the bragging rights you'll gain for completing the “original” Ironman Triathlon course, you'll be raising money for challenged athletes and receive:
- NEW! - A two day pre-race tri-clinic led by Ironman legend, Dave Scott (August 9-10th).
- A goodie bag that includes a finisher’s shirt, a CAF singlet, CAF sweatshirt, nutrition, and more.
- The original Hole in the Head finisher's trophy (for Individual participants only).
- Two crew shirts for your support crew, and a special Ironman Support Crew vehicle sign.
- Three invitations to the pre-event reception and the post-event dinner.
- The triathlon experience of a lifetime.
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