Normann Stadler has been clocked at 45 mph, taking full advantage of the massive tailwind. Normann Stadler still leads by a wide margin. Lori Bowden reportedly in 10th position. In May, Legh won this year's Ironman Califoria. Trailing are Ken Glah, Tim DeBoom, Spencer Smith, Ralf Eggert, Lothar Leder, Andreas Neidrig.
Conditions are extremely hazardous.
45-mph gust crosswinds. Roads are slick on the climb toward Hawi. AM - A little more than three hours into the race and the conditions are getting brutal. Winds have picked up to 35-40 mph. Bikes have reportedly been blown around.