Things YOU (even I) might not know about the Ironman In Louisville.

They make a lot of money, drink a lot of water, and need a lot of volunteer help. Here are some of the more interesting facts John Boel found in his preparation for Ironman Louisville coverage:

• Average yearly HH income for Ironman entrant: $161,000 (ha, ha, ha :) )
• Estimated value of bicycles in transition area: $2 million
• 5 men are attempting Ironman Louisville who are ages 70 - 76
• Water - supplied by Louisville Water Company:

Bike Course: 42,240 bottles (24 oz) That's 14 per athlete
Run Course: 37,000 bottles (34 oz) That's 12 per athlete
Finish Line: 9,000 bottles (500ml)

• Police: 625 different police shifts for the race, just in Louisville, not counting Oldham County.

Total Volunteers: 2,600

Including:

1. 60 for body marking 35 in kayaks on swim course
2. 100 other swim monitors
3. 30 assisting with gearbags
4. 60 in changing tents
5. 75 per bike course aid station
6. 30 motorcycle volunteers
7. 100 bike "catchers" in transition area
8. 50 per aid station on run course
9. 100 at finish line
10. 5 vans on the bike course picking up non-finishers

HOW ABOUT THAT!
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