Some say that the hardest part of any race is sometimes just making it to the start line. I'd say that this is very much true. I sense a bit of relief in our group - the big race that they have been training for so long for has finally arrived. There is nothing left to do but run. Everyone arrived with all their luggage, how often does that happen? Last night most of us enjoyed a few bevvies at the hotels bar during "happy hour" and then went out for a great dinner. Today was relaxing from start to finish. Last minute food prep and passport photocopying, a nap or two, chilling by the pool and then the opening ceremonies. We were entertained by some local Costa Rican dancers and some incredible high energy drums. Then it was the pre prace meeting and route information. Now, there is nothing left to do buy prep the feet and get to bed early. The bus will depart for the start line at 5:30am tomorrow with the race beginning at 10am after a 3hr drive. Day #1 is approximately 33.5 km. It's go time.
A few more places you can gather information daily:
1) Facebook - join the "TCC Adventures and Expeditions" page and Twitter.
There should be updates throughout the day posted here.
2) All the links are below as well but you will find the leaderboard once again at:
www.blog.leadadventuremedia.com
Cool story on the Crocket couple - Dan + Torril from Kelowna. Dan will be racing in the full expedition category, Torril in the adventure.
http://www.bclocalnews.com/okanagan_similkameen/kelownacapitalnews/news/114397874.html
Enjoy some pics from the last 2 days! More updates to come once I arrive into camp #1 tomorrow. Send all of TEAM CANADA goodlucks and energy. We got a great crew of people ready for the adventure of a lifetime.
