Bonnie e-mailed: 'I just want to let all the
Gecko's including some of those who may just lurk out there know how much of
an impact this group has had on me.
When I was preparing for my first triathlon in the summer of 2003 I came to
Klineline Pond for the Gecko Open Water swims. I must have weighed close to
300lbs at the time and I know inside I felt totally out of place but
everyone was so welcoming and encouraging to me.
Thank you for looking beyond the outside appearance and being so friendly
and welcoming to me that summer. I come back every summer and enjoy
welcoming the newbies who stand on the edges looking uncomfortable to be
there. If I can do triathlon anyone can :) '
Sandi Wiebe
Congrats to Gecko and 2007
National Age Group Female 55-59 Champion Sandi Wiebe!!! At USAT Age Group nationals
on a sunny June 30th at Hagg Lake, Sandi won her age group by over 3
minutes.
Read USAT race recap and see results.