The Event Has Begun!

This is it! Game time. The event has begun! Jen and her friend Brett have left Bartlett, bound for Madison, WI. In just a few short hours they will be amidst thousands of athletes competing in the Ford Ironman Wisconsin Triathlon this weekend.

A busy weekend lies ahead so here are a couple of items to note:

I am heading up to our place in Milton, WI (aka Lakeland) this afternoon. I will continue on to Madison early Saturday morning to meet up with Jen and check in myself... No, I am not competing in the race, but I have obtained media credentials to photograph it! Be sure to check out the Gallery next week.

Saturday evening, Jen and I are hosting a dinner for those that are spending the night in Madison and coming out to cheer her on, Sunday. Got plans this weekend? Consider joining us. So far the weatherman is calling for beautiful weather Sunday. 76 degrees and partly sunny! Perfect race weather!

Send me an email to wes@ironjen.com or simply call 630-730-2477 if you'd like to join us. Rez is for 5pm. Let me know ASAP, and I'll add you to the list and give you directions.

If you can't make it out, I hope you have signed the Guest Book to show Jen your support.

The race starts at 7am Sunday morning and is expected to last 14-15 hours! Check out the Ironman Wisconsin page on IRONJEN.com for the latest info on the race.

The next post will be from Ironman Village in the heart of Cow Town (Madison). Talk to you soon! --Wes