Reflections on my last Kona race…here.

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Everymantri.com caught up with the Tim in Boulder, Colorado and asked him why he’s taking his talents off-road…

“Because all I’ve ever heard is how much fun XTERRA races are,” said DeBoom.

“I have a passion for mountain biking more than anything on the road, and I hope my skills eventually catch up with how much I love being out on the trails. XTERRA still seems to be a bit of a throwback to when I first got into the sport, and I am truly craving that after so many years focused on one event of the much longer variety. This sport is supposed to be about fun and challenging yourself. It is time the fun part came back into the sport for me, and I know this will challenge me.”

Speaking of challenges, just last month DeBoom won the famed Norseman Xtreme iron-distance triathlon in Norway, dubbed one of the hardest triathlons in the world.

“My mountain biking is coming along. I’ve been riding for quite a number of years, but racing is totally different. I know I need some time getting used to race speeds and efforts. It is going to be hard, and I hope my skills improve over the next month,” said DeBoom.

DeBoom joins a long list of past Ironman World Champions to give XTERRA racing a try, a list that includes Chris McCormack, Peter Reid, Faris Al-Sultan, Greg Welch, Scott Molina, and Scott Tinley. None of those big names ever won an XTERRA USA or World Championship, however, and perhaps the best showing came from Tinley who placed 4th in the inaugural XTERRA World Championship back in 1996. Still, for someone with stellar credentials like DeBoom (top three in Kona from 1999-2002 and a long list of other titles) expectations must be running high.

“My goals are pretty simple: enjoy these first couple races, finish them (no terrible injuries!) and then try to do as many as I can next year as well,” explained DeBoom. “I have no illusions of grandeur that I will come out and beat these guys that have focused on the series for so long. My swim and run will be fine, but I know the races are weighted toward the bike, so I have some work to do.”

In those years when DeBoom was the king of Kona in 2001 and 2002, an XTERRA rookie named Conrad Stoltz was the monarch of Maui – winning his first two XTERRA World Titles in the same years. In what amounts to a triathlon fantasy league type match-up, the endurance sports world will get to see these two legends go head-to-head in a few short weeks. While those two may be the highest profile names in the race, there are several other XTERRA standouts who could, and have, been on the top step before, and here’s a look at all the contenders…

Thanks to Everymantri for the q&a.

Tim DeBoom speaks with Colorado Triathlete about his Norway adventure.

So EC artist & founder, Tony DeBoom, Tim and EC Friend and photographer extraordinaire, Eric Wynn, are all headed to Norway this morning. Be sure to check back for updates on the adventure at the Endurance Conspiracy Blog and at the EC Facebook Page. Tim will be racing the Norseman Extreme Iron distance event. This could very well be the hardest event that Tim has ever entered. Tony will be on sherpa duty for Tim and Eric will be documenting the whole sha-bang.

Tim, brother Tony and Photographer extraordinaire, Eric Wynn, are headed to Norway for the Norseman Extreme on August 6, 2011. Be sure to check back and follow the adventure.

VIDEO BY ERIC WYNN [GO HERE FOR THE BIGGER VIEW]

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Lots of activity going on at the Tim DeBoom house hold. Prepping for the world’s toughest iron distance race; moving into a new home in Boulder; and, preparing for the arrival of a little DeBoom. All good stuff! Tim’s been putting in the long miles, while taking care of Nicole and preparing the entire house for the big move – the grand total of about a block and a half. it’s only a matter of time before my phone starts ringing. Congrats Tim & Nicole – we can’t wait to meet little Tony(i)(a good solid name there).

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That’s right! There’s still time to get in on this amazing and exciting package deal. Ride some of the famous climbs of the Alps, see the Tour de France on the most important stages all the while riding with and getting invaluable insight and training tips from two-time Ironman World Champion, Tim DeBoom.

This trip will cover the important final stages of the 2011 Tour de France and offer an opportunity to view 4 stages of the Tour de France before the focus shifts to taking part in what is fast becoming one of the “Must do” triathlons.

Check here for a look at the daily itinerary. Everything an endurance fanatic could ever want!

What’s included you ask? Take a look.

Tim Chats with Herbert Krabel and Slowtwitch about his goals for the rest of the season and what’s next.

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