Legend completes a 113km triathlon wearing a 20-kilogram firefighter outfit to raise money for brave traumatised men and women in the emergency services
- A father has been praised for completing 21.1km run leg of a triathlon in fire suit
- Volunteer firefighter Dek Wilson took part in IRONMAN 70.3 in Geelong, Sunday
- He battled 30C heat as he finished the race in his 20-kilogram fire protective kit
- He raised awareness about depression and suicide within emergency services
A father has been praised for completing the final leg of his 113-kilometre triathlon in a firefighter outfit to raise money for charity.
Dek Wilson took part in the IRONMAN 70.3 in Geelong on Sunday to raise awareness about PTSI, depression and suicide within emergency services.
The first time IRONMAN, from Alexandra Country Fire Authority, battled 30C heat as he ran the 21.1-kilometre final leg in his 20-kilogram fire protective kit.
A father has been praised for completing the final leg of his 113-kilometre triathlon in a firefighter outfit to raise money for charity
Mr Wilson was met with cheers as he crossed the finish line in the bright yellow suit, which included an air tank backpack.
'I was so blown away by the support of the fellow athletes and the support from on lookers was just incredible plus all the messages of support,' he wrote on Facebook.
'I couldn't have made it if it wasn't for your encouragement/support and the support of my girls helping me out today.'
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The volunteer firefighter completed the track in six hours and 56 minutes to raise money for Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb which goes towards Lifeline, Black Dog Institute and Emergency Services Foundation.
Mr Wilson, who also swam 1.9 kilometres and cycled 90 kilometres, was praised on social media for his legendary commitment.
'Well done mate. It is a real honour that I know you and could serve with you in the NSW fires this year,' one person wrote.
Dek Wilson took part in the IRONMAN 70.3 in Geelong on Sunday to raise awareness about PTSI, depression and suicide within emergency services
The first time IRONMAN, from Alexandra Country Fire Authority, battled 30C heat as he ran the 21.1-kilometre final leg in his 20-kilogram fire protective kit
'Dek Wilson you are such a an inspiration to your family and so many others. Well done,' wrote another.
'The toughest competitor on the course by far. Well done.
'Not all heroes wear capes, you bloody legend.'
Mr Wilson now has his eyes set on the Port Macquarie 70.3 in May.
The volunteer firefighter completed the track in six hours and 56 minutes to help charities Lifeline, Black Dog Institute and Emergency Services Foundation
