2009 Ironman Florida - Settling In

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Panama City Beach, FL - The long ride in the car from Charlotte was well worth it. Sun, sand and beautiful water await the 2300+ athletes participating in tomorrow's Ford IRONMAN Florida. Some of the athletes (pictured above) couldn't resist taking a dip in the Gulf of Mexico this morning as part of the Gatorade Swim. We'll see if Bella Bayliss can triumph again tomorrow on the women's side... and will it be Tissink, McKenzie or another of the 30 odd male pros competing? Check out IRONMANLIVE for live coverage and updates all day tomorrow!