Q. Tell us about yourself Pink Man
A. I was born on the planet Fuschia in the galaxy Cerise many, many years ago. I made my way to earth to help fight the evils of Breast Cancer which also killed many of my fellow Fuschians.
I like to keep a low profile, so you won't see me very often. You may be more likely to see my alter-ego, mild mannered superannuation professional Peter Tagg. Whoops! I didn't mean to give that that one away. My super powers don't stop me from periodically suffering from foot in mouth disease.
Q What are your super powers?
A. Able to leap reasonably tall buildings, generally in a single bound (on a good day); exceptionally good vision, but not x-ray vision - that's illegal these days in most countries; Exceptional speed and strength; The ability to wear pink tights in public without dying of embarassment
Q. Do you have an arch enemy?
A. The less said about Maroon Man, the better. We've clashed badly on more than one occasion!
Q. What's the most difficult thing about being a superhero?
A. Without doubt it has to be finding a telephone booth to get changed in. Mobile phones have become so popular that there are very few public telephones these days. However, I still know of a few choice locations where I can get changed.
I really envy someone like Wonder Woman. If only I could just spin around a few times like she does and come out looking that good. I tried the spinning on the spot thing once and nearly ended up under arrest for indecent exposure. A bit of fast talking saved me.
Q. Do you absolutely have to get changed in a telephone booth?
A. I don't have to get changed in a telephone booth, but I'm a traditionalist. I like to follow in the footsteps of my superhero hero, Superman. Try saying "Superhero hero superman" three times quickly after a few sherry's. Believe me, it's not easy!
Q. If you could have one thing, what would it be?
A. A tardis - I'd love a roomy, comfy telephone booth to get changed in. Plus it has all those really great buttons to press.
Q. Do you have any known weaknesses?
A. Sometimes I obsess over telephone booths and colours. I also have a weakness for James Squire Golden Ale and a hatred of the colour maroon.
The Superhero Guild also recommends that I work on my core strength and flexibility.
Q. What attracted you to the Mother Day Classic?
A. It's just a wonderful event which raises much needed funds for a great charity. Plus, I saw it as the perfect opportunity to wear pink tights in public.
Q. Do you participate in similar events throughout the year?
A. You may occassionally see my alter-ego participating in triathlons around the country. He prefers longer distance triathlons because it allows him more time to come up with excuses for his sub standard performances.
Q. What time do you expect to run in this year's MDC?
A. If allowed to use my superpowers I could expect to finish in about 45 seconds. Without my super powers, I'm hoping for a time under 40 minutes.
Thanks Pink Man!
About Me
- Mother's Day Classic - Peter (Pink Man)
- I am an amateur athlete who competes in long distance triathlons and a variety of running events. I have created a character (Pink Man) whom I plan to run as in this year's Mothers Day Classic. The idea behind running as a character is to draw attention to breast cancer and to try to boost my fundraising efforts. By wearing a predominantly pink outfit I plan to embarass myself as much as possible. I'm told this takes some courage (although the pink tights are quite comfortable)and as I have no real shame it's a pretty easy thing to do. I look forwarding to posting a range of things on my blog about running, training, my triathlon experiences and perhaps sharing information about the people who inspire me
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