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Ray
My First Marathon - Perth 2009

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Posted on August 20, 2009

My first marathon in Perth Australia July ‘09. I don’t think there’s anything more satisfying than completing the flat 42km asphalt course. Adrenaline mixed with a little euphoria is certainly a recipe to leave a smile on your face. It definitely did for me that day.

The day was picture perfect. A high of 20 degrees was just optimum for the long distance event, which meandered scenically around the Swan River. Starting in the city the course headed south towards Fremantle and looped back to the start in Burswood. The city skyline is a beautiful sight along with the somewhat ...


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West Coast Roadtrip - 1.0

Posted by Ray
Posted on August 20, 2009

Looking back maybe a diary would have been the best way to keep up and remember all the events of the roadtrip. Hindsight is a wonderful thing alright. To make it a little easier I’m breaking down the trip in two sections as there’s allot to get through and nearly a thousand pictures. First part is Perth to Carnarvon, the second Exmouth to Broome.

The roadtrip idea came about pretty much after staying too long in Perth. I spent the best part of six months there and needed and a change. After the marathon was finished I was lucky to ...


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