Today's Donations: Items 44, 45 & 46

ITEM 44: A Two Night Stay at the Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk, Florida.
Thank you Michael George and Crescent Hotels and Resorts for your donation.
http://www.sheratontampariverwalk.com/
Radiant hospitality and a warm welcome will greet you at the newly renovated Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk Hotel. Step out our doors and stroll down the banks of the Hillsborough River or wander downtown for an afternoon spent in the refreshing warmth of the Florida sun. Step outside the hotel doors, and you can stroll down the banks of the Hillsborough River or head downtown for an afternoon in the warmth of the Florida sun. Then cool off in the beautiful riverfront outdoor pool. Value of this donation is US$200.00. You could tie a stay here with the Ironman 70.3 World Champs, Ironman 70.3 Florida or St. Petersburg Triathlon! Ebay listing #110440759999.

ITEM 45: A Two Night Stay at the Georgian Terrace Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia.
Thank you Michael George and Crescent Hotels and Resorts for your donation.
http://www.thegeorgianterrace.com/

The Georgian Terrace Hotel is known as Atlanta's Midtown Icon. This recently refreshed hotel delivers a brand of hospitality rarely found, even in the South. "We often hear the words genuine and personal used to describe our service". Come for business, come for pleasure, The Georgian caters to all your needs, and no matter what your choice of accommodations, you’ll enjoy a big [BIG] room or suite with an ultra-comfortable bed, complimentary Wi-Fi and a [BIG] flat screen TV. The views from the rooms are amazing and the rooftop lap pool will take your breath away. Value of this donation is US$400.00. Ebay listing #110440761236.

ITEM 46: The Original TYR "Finman" Fins. Thank you Tim Johnson for your donation. http://www.aabllc.com/

Im not sure what to say about these fins! The facts: they are TYR and a very large size (43-44; 10 to 11; or X-L). Also made in Italy and not worn all that much. But the story behind them is a bit shady: apparently they were worn by a guy known as "Finman" in IM Florida 2008. Despite a lot of evidence (including photos) he has denied it. Its a very hot topic on the Slowtwitch Forum, where you can read some very amusing comments!

But besides all the BS, these are a very good pair of fins for anyone with feet big enough. Value of donation is US$25.00. Ebay listing #110440762421. http://forum.slowtwitch.com/Slowtwitch_Forums_C1/Triathlon_Forum_F1/Guess_whos_back.__Finman._P2522052/