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2007-05-09 10:33 AM

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Subject: It's time....Official CapTex meet up!!!
Okay, I've been wanting to post this forever, but it was just too damn early. Since we're now just 2 1/2 weeks away, I figure it's close enough.

I'm inviting everyone doing the CapTex race to my place for a pre-race dinner on Sunday night. We did this last year and had 20 or so people there. With at least 36 BTers showing up as registered, we should top that this year.

- Show up at my house at about 6 p.m. on Sunday. Bike check-in for the Olympic race is from 2-5 and Sprint check-in is from 4-7. That should leave everyone plenty of time. Remember, bike check in is mandatory. This means there is NO EXCUSE for not showing up! You can't claim that you have to adjust your derailleur or lube your chain.
- I'm about 12 miles from the race site and it's pretty much all highway. It won't take you more than 15 minutes if you're right downtown, less than that from north, a little more from south.
- I've got a big back deck and back yard that overlooks the Bull Creek green belt. We've got great sunset views and the deer will probably be wandering through shortly after sunset. It's entirely possible that you'll see or hear some coyotes, too.
- I'll have a case or so of beer, some wine, and plenty of water and Gatorade. If you'd like something else, feel free to bring it along.
- I figure we'll stick with the plan from last year and make up a big batch of spaghetti, some fresh bread, salad, etc. and have a nice carb load meal at about 7 once everyone has a chance to arrive and meet and greet. If someone has different ideas, let me know.
- Everyone is welcome to stay as long as they want or until I kick you out. I think last year things finally wound down around 10 or so.
- Spouses and significant others are definitely welcome.
- Let me know if you're bothered by dogs. I have an aging Golden Retriever who will be a psycho when people first get there. I don't think she would even know how to bite someone and she doesn't jump up, but she will be racing around and smacking you with her tail and if you put a hand within reach, she'll slobber it pretty good. If you bend over at all, she will flop on her back and you'll be obligated to scratch her stomach. Some people get freaked out and if that's the case, I'll be sure she stays inside.
- RSVP in the thread and PM me for address and directions!

If people insist on bringing something along (dessert or whatever), we'll figure it out in comments. I'm NOT requesting or requiring it. I offered my hospitality, so I intend to provide it.

This should be a great time. We had a really enjoyable evening last year where lots of people who had never met were able to get together for the first time. Everyone should feel totally welcome even if you're brand new to BT.

Edited by dgunthert 2007-05-09 10:51 AM


2007-05-09 2:16 PM
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Subject: RE: It's time....Official CapTex meet up!!!
Dennis, we would love to come if we are able to. Kylie is racing and I am performing jockstrapping duties for this one but her parents are coming in to watch the race so I am betting that we will probably be going to dinner with them. Hopefully we can stop by and see everyone and get to meet some new BT friends. Put us down for a maybe and we should know more as we get a little closer to race day. Thank you very much for the invite!
2007-05-09 2:20 PM
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2007-05-09 2:43 PM
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Sure, post the pic that makes the dog look possessed!
2007-05-09 2:44 PM
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2007-05-09 3:38 PM
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Why is there a laser beam shooting from the dog's groin?


2007-05-09 4:53 PM
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JBrashear - 2007-05-09 3:38 PM

Why is there a laser beam shooting from the dog's groin?


Hey, that dog has some Super Powers!

Anyhoo... count smarty here... and myself "in".

2007-05-09 6:45 PM
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Hey Dennis,
Thanks for hosting this again. Me and my wife Tracy plan on coming.

See you then,
Seb
2007-05-09 7:38 PM
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Is it okay if I'm late. I have to work that day But I get off work at 7:30 ish, but I'm going to try to switch with someone. But I'd love to come and meet ya'll. I'll be there if I can!!
2007-05-09 7:54 PM
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I would like to add... that you are VERY KIND and GENEROUS to offer up your home for a BT get together and for offering to feed us.

And your dog looks too sweet... who could not love that dog?

Thank you for opening your home.
2007-05-09 9:01 PM
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rbekkelund - 2007-05-09 7:38 PM

Is it okay if I'm late. I have to work that day But I get off work at 7:30 ish, but I'm going to try to switch with someone. But I'd love to come and meet ya'll. I'll be there if I can!!


Get there when you can! We had folks who showed up late last year as well. Not a big deal.


2007-05-09 9:12 PM
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Here's what Ginger looks like most of the time.

This is actually in our hotel room last year the night before Buffalo Springs.



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2007-05-09 9:16 PM
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dgunthert - 2007-05-09 9:12 PM

Here's what Ginger looks like most of the time.

This is actually in our hotel room last year the night before Buffalo Springs.


Awe... what a cutie. That's a dog you can't help but pet!

2007-05-09 10:20 PM
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dgunthert - 2007-05-09 9:12 PM

Here's what Ginger looks like most of the time.

This is actually in our hotel room last year the night before Buffalo Springs.


great now I feel like crap for boarding my dog that weekend,,

I'll be there as well, just a shy quiet guy that will sit around and politely listen to all the Tri wisdom I can soak up

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2007-05-10 2:01 PM
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I can actually make it this year!  Thanks Dennis for doing it again.
2007-05-10 2:30 PM
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mkmbharris - 2007-05-10 2:01 PM I can actually make it this year!  Thanks Dennis for doing it again.

x2 on both counts.

Count us in as 3. See you in a few weeks!



2007-05-10 3:07 PM
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Bill - 2007-05-10 2:30 PM

mkmbharris - 2007-05-10 2:01 PM I can actually make it this year!  Thanks Dennis for doing it again.

x2 on both counts.

Count us in as 3. See you in a few weeks!



You mean we'll get to meet the world-famous Hannah?
2007-05-10 3:59 PM
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I was new to the group last year and i will definatly make it this year, not sure if the mrs will come along with both kids at this point

thanks for hosting it again
2007-05-10 10:16 PM
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Sounds like a good time.  Count me in as a solo.  No significant other right now.  Thanks for the invite.
2007-05-10 11:10 PM
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2007-05-10 11:53 PM
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courtney_leone - 2007-05-10 11:10 PM

I'm assuming my attendance is mandatory, right??


Don't even think about not showing. I think you should also be required to stop off at Plucker's and pick up fried Twinkies.


2007-05-11 12:44 PM
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2007-05-11 2:00 PM
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courtney_leone - 2007-05-11 12:44 PM

Way to go Dennis, you hijacked your own thread!



I most certainly did not. This is a discussion about having dinner and you bringing fried Twinkies to that dinner. It's perfectly relevant to the discussion. :p
2007-05-11 2:02 PM
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Subject: RE: It's time....Official CapTex meet up!!!
dgunthert - 2007-05-10 3:07 PM
Bill - 2007-05-10 2:30 PM

mkmbharris - 2007-05-10 2:01 PM I can actually make it this year!  Thanks Dennis for doing it again.

x2 on both counts.

Count us in as 3. See you in a few weeks!

You mean we'll get to meet the world-famous Hannah?

 Oh yeah. She'll be there. She's my coach, so it's a contractual obligation.

2007-05-13 2:38 PM
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Question about CapTExTri

I think I asked before, but me being me, I forgot
Will I need a wetsuit for the swim and where to get/rent one? Jack and Adams doesn't rent them like I thought they did. I'm going to try some one tomorrow, but I don't want to/cannot afford a wetsuit now. And will there be a booth where I can rent one when I register on Sunday?
This will be my 2nd tri and I'm nervous again and full of questions. My first one the water temp was WONDERFUL and I had no need for a wetsuit. Now I'm in a panic
AAHHHHH
help please.
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