As promised, here are a few snaps from the big day...
1. Race pack in hand, stocking up for rehydration.
2. Relaxed at the start.
3. With the marina and the mountain behind, shrouded in cloud.
4. A sea of uncertainty just before the start.
5. About 3km in ... still looking fresh.
6. Leaving the city, headed for them thar... um... hill.
7. Bringing up the rear.
8. About 6km in, not now looking quite so fresh.
9. Somewhere on the slopes.
10. The Chalet. 1000m above sea level, with 270 more to go.
11. The medals!
12. Post-race Guinness. Of course.