Paula Newby-Fraser

Back in those days, it was only really Kona and Forster, although there was a New Zealand race as well.

The heroes at the time were Scott, Alan, Zach, Hellriegel, Glar, Newby Fraser, Baker, Badman, etc.

And of course, Greg Welsh.

I wanted to do the Ironman, but then it was only for the very best of the best and there was nothing around for mere mortals.