KingLove's first sponsored athlete, "Iron Joe"
Check out our Q&A with Joe, below.

It takes a highly tuned athlete to complete a marathon session. That's why Joe often does three consecutively. For those of you that aren't completely out of your minds, the Ironman-length triathlon consists of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and 26.2 mile run. And they say size doesn't matter.

Iron Joe at the Finish Line	KingLove Proudly Sponsors Iron Joe
Iron Joe Pumps up for the big race	The many cycles of KingLove, Iron Joe

On Sunday, August 27, 2000, Iron Joe showed a lot of love to The Canadian Ironman in Penticton, BC. Joe completed the Ironman Canada in just over twelve hours. Sure he was "training hard," (ahem) but in the big race he made KingLove.com proud by sporting the logo and his studly bod for the other race goers. Above are his photos prior to the "long day at the office."

Q&A:

Tell us about the race, Iron Joe.

It was an amazing time, a beautiful place. A little under 2,000 triathletes, and several thousand fans, supporters and hangers on in British Columbia. I placed in the top 15% of the bike riders which was great. My swim was strong, but the marathon didn't quite meet expectations. Overall, I was very happy.

You're American. Any issues crossing into Canada with KingLove.com officially sanctioned racing equipment?

We crossed at night dressed as hockey players, so it worked out fine.

Were you distracted by athletes and fans chanting out, "Yeah KingLove!" as you ran or biked by?

No way. It was a highlight! People loved seeing the King out there representin'! A few people thought that I thought I was actually KingLove. That could be good or bad.

What foods did you eat during the race?

I got tired of Powerbars and Gatorade and once almost threw up from Power Gel. I actually switched to a bagel, several bananas and Pepsi towards the end of the marathon.

You're obviously a big studly guy, are triathlete chicks babes?

You better believe it.

Where's that picture of you crossing the finish line you promised us? KingLove athletes always finish. That's non-negotiable!

Don't worry, it's coming your way. It'll be on the site sometime in the next few weeks.

Did you jog down to Disney after the event? You know, the "I'm going to Disneyland!" thing?

No way. Headed for the massage tent and the hot tubs. I felt totally fine the next day.

We'll be asking you more about that massage tent later. Congrats, Iron Joe!

Vital Stats:

Height/Weight: 6' 3", 205.

Status: Off the market! ENGAGED as of July, 2001 to Luscious & Long Distance Lezlie. Congrats to you two!

Preference: Being in Love with a beautiful, smart, athletic and charming lady

Favorite Movie: Die Hard "Ja, I see heeeeem!"

Favorite Vehicle: Softride Road Bike

Pets: A lady killer named Lyle

Cohabitational Qualm: Should I tell my lady that one of my favorite guilty pleasures is mainstream teen movies?

Odd Expertise: Ask him about the Zillion Mile Club