Book Description
Ironman Hall Of Fame Bob Babbitt and some of the worlds best photographers loving share images and stories from what many consider the Toughest day in Sport. With a forward from legendary sportscaster Jim Lampley and an introduction from Ironman creator Commander John Collins, this coffee table book chronicles an event that started out with 15 crazy entrants in 1978 and now, 25 years later, is considered the ultimate goal for athletes worldwide and the ultimate showcase for endurance sports. Graphics by Cathy Cerradine Photographs by Lois Schwartz, Robert Oliver, Rich Cruse, Peter Reed Miller, Tracy Frankel and Carol Hogan.
About the author
In the 22 years since Bob Babbitt first became an Ironman, he was given back to the sport perhaps more than any other. He completed his first Hawaii Ironman in 1980 and entered the Ironman Hall of Fame in 2001. Over all these years he's given so much to the sport, and keeps on giving, that he has become a symbol of the true spirit of the Ironman. His spirit of adventure, goodwill and sense of fun shine though in the many roles he continues to play in the sport-as editor and co-publishers of the multi sport magazine Competitor, producer and host of a multi sport radio show, emcee of the Ironman World Championship carbo and award parties, and as the founder and force behind Challenged Athletes Foundation. His presence in triathlon, especially the Ironman World Championship, mercifully acts as a counterbalance in a sport that often seems to take itself too seriously.
