From Publishers Weekly
A triathlon consists of 2.4 miles of open-water swimming, 112 miles of bicycling and 26.2 miles of runningslightly more than 140 miles in all. Although obviously no triathlon is easy, some are more taxing than others. The toughest by consensus is the Ironman, run in Hawaii, because it is impeded by high heat, winds and humidity. Plant, co-author of Winning Triathlon and a one-time competitor in this race, shows vividly just how grueling an event this is, with some athletes literally crawling to the finish line. The contest was the brainchild of Navy commander John Collins who was stationed in Hawaii. First held in 1979 with a handful of contestants, it now draws hundreds. Triathletes and those who hope to become so will find the book thrilling; others will wonder why and how the athletes do it. Photos not seen by PW.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Library Journal
Hawaii's Ironman Triathlon is the world standard ultimate test of the triathlete. Plant, who coauthored Scott Tinley's Winning Triathlon ( LJ 4/1/86), entertainingly describes the history and progress of this 140-mile swim/bike/run competition, including the fierce rivalry between "the big four"Dave Scott, Tinley, Scott Molina, and Mark Allen. Plant is considered the dean of triathlon writers, and his prose here confirms that assessment. Iron Will is essential for anyone considering the Ironman, and all triathletes will enjoy it. Publication is scheduled to coincide with this years's event in October. Thomas K. Fray, UCLA Libs.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
