I am going to make it. Groups of people on the side of the road shout support. I can hear the announcers voice over the PA system. The sidewalks are packed with spectators. My feet are not touching the ground as I am swept along by the emotion of the moment.
Familiar faces dot the crowd.
At the last turn the finish line jumps into view. Twelve hours and seven minutes as I break the tape and fall into the arms of concerned volunteers who take a deep look into my eyes and lead me into the transition area for the final time. Ross is one of the last people to finish under twelve hours just ahead of Rick Fowler of the Stevestion Tri Club. I am elated. Everyone from the North Shore Tri Club has a good day.