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HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
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it's ok to wear the visor30 Votes - [12.99%]
you're a poser - put it in the closet until you finish one37 Votes - [16.02%]
Not a poser, but I wouldn't wear it99 Votes - [42.86%]
I wouldn't sweat it either way.16 Votes - [6.93%]
If you have to ask.....5 Votes - [2.16%]
if it's a head sweats i'll take it...2 Votes - [0.87%]
you're a poser - you should NEVER wear it!2 Votes - [0.87%]
Wear it, It will remind you to train. 6 Votes - [2.6%]
See what it will fetch on e-bay2 Votes - [0.87%]
Wear it but be prepared to tell DNF story or just say it's someone else's.6 Votes - [2.6%]
Wear it only if you write 1 Votes - [0.43%]
Wear it only if you write "DNF" on it in permanent marker.5 Votes - [2.16%]
Scribble "DNF" in red off to the side...3 Votes - [1.3%]
Realize that technically half the field DNF'ed in '08 and wear it anyway.2 Votes - [0.87%]
wear it or don't, no one cares anyway7 Votes - [3.03%]
wear it but change the number to 55.4 or whatever you finished2 Votes - [0.87%]
Serioulsly???? Who gives an F???4 Votes - [1.73%]
People actually wear those things?1 Votes - [0.43%]
cut it in half since you only did half the race1 Votes - [0.43%]
This is a multiple choice poll.

2009-04-27 7:35 PM

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Subject: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
Last June I attempted my first HIM - Ironman Kansas.  I was poorly trained for the cycling, but I thought I would be ok.  I actually had a bad swim time, and was not prepared for the hills on the bike.  So, long story short, I missed the cutoff time for the bike.

I purchased a 70.3 visor at the expo that I really like, but I wonder (as does my wife) if I'm being a poser by wearing it out in public.

So, I pose the question to BT: is it OK to wear the visor or not?  I mean, I did at least toe the line, which is more than most sedentary people even dream about doing, but on the other hand, I did DNF.

Edited by jcdenton2000 2009-04-27 7:36 PM

2009-04-27 7:38 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
I don't care what other people wear.

Would I wear it?  probably not, that's just my choice though

And I have DNF'd an IM, so I know the feeling.....



Edited by ChrisM 2009-04-27 7:39 PM
2009-04-27 7:40 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
It's a perfectly good visor. Lots of people buy race-brand goodies for their spouses or supporters who didn't do the race at all, so in my opinion it's just fine to wear it!
2009-04-27 7:50 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?

Maybe could answer the question yourself after contemplating the inevitable "how did you do" question that wearing it will bring...

2009-04-27 7:52 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
What if you wear it, and think of it as inspiration? As in, "No, I didn't finish last time, but next time, I will!"

Also, as Yanti said, lots of people buy shirts, etc. For example, I've got one of these t-shirts, even though I've never been to France and I couldn't even make it to the top of Alpe Mickey Mouse (much less Alpe d'Huez):



2009-04-27 7:53 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?

Personally, I don't think I would want to wear it.

2009-04-27 8:00 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
I don't think there's any way I could wear it and feel comfortable, especially like someone mentioned if somebody were to ask or compliment you on the race.  What I would do though is hang it up right in plain sight in my room, so that every time I left for a workout I would be reminded of how bad I want to crush the race the next go around.  Good luck!
2009-04-27 8:04 PM
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I would not wear it! Big difference in wearing an NFL jersy as a fan and a visor for a race that you did not finish.

2009-04-27 8:05 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
Actually I may need to change my answer. If it's not "FINISHER" gear, then wear it all you want. You could have bought it by volunteering, being a relative - it's just a brand, like NIKE. And it will remind you of that day, good or bad.

I have IM socks, does that make me a poseur?
2009-04-27 8:13 PM
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I would nail it to the wall in my garage - right above where I keep my bike.

2009-04-27 8:20 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
Let me clarify - this is the visor I purchased:

http://www.headsweats.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=8&idproduct=416

2009-04-27 8:21 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?

I would probably wear it, but who am I to talk? I wear a tech long sleeve shirt for a marathon that I didn't even run because I was in "the boot"! 

I do feel weird wearing it and it kinda of pours a salf on the wound (even after a year).

OH, no one as asked me "how did you do?" 

2009-04-27 8:29 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
The first year that Louisville had IMKY, I bought a cycling jersey as a gift for my then boyfriend.  Never thought a thing about it.  We went on a two day bike tour, and I packed the jersey for him for the ride back.  About every third person would ask him how he did in IM.  Needless to say he wasn't real happy with me.  I, however, found it hilarious!!
2009-04-27 9:15 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?

What else are you going to do with it? 

Just wear the darn thing.

ETA: I have a shirt from a race I DNF'ed.  I still wear it without a second thought.



Edited by Sprint_DA 2009-04-27 9:35 PM
2009-04-27 9:34 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
jcdenton2000 - 2009-04-27 9:20 PM

Let me clarify - this is the visor I purchased:

http://www.headsweats.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=8&idproduct=416


I think that fact that you purchased it also factors in. Because then it's not like a "medal." Say you'd gone as a spectator (who wasn't participating), and purchased the visor while you were there. Would you wear it?

Or.... say "Joe Couchpotato" went as a spectator and purchased it. Would you say to him, "Hey, if you didn't actually finish, then you need to return that?"

Of course, if wearing it makes you feel bad, you could always list it on the BT classified in the "Pay it forward" thread.





Edited by D001 2009-04-27 9:35 PM
2009-04-27 9:45 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
Force - 2009-04-27 5:50 PM

Maybe could answer the question yourself after contemplating the inevitable "how did you do" question that wearing it will bring...



Beat me to it...

2009-04-27 9:51 PM
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tcovert - 2009-04-27 9:45 PM
Force - 2009-04-27 5:50 PM

Maybe could answer the question yourself after contemplating the inevitable "how did you do" question that wearing it will bring...



Beat me to it...

Here's how I would answer that question, " I missed the cutoff time for the bike.  But I'm going back again _______ year and intend to do much better."

2009-04-27 9:52 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
M-shell - 2009-04-27 8:29 PM

The first year that Louisville had IMKY, I bought a cycling jersey as a gift for my then boyfriend. Never thought a thing about it. We went on a two day bike tour, and I packed the jersey for him for the ride back. About every third person would ask him how he did in IM. Needless to say he wasn't real happy with me. I, however, found it hilarious!!


That's the reason why I voted to not wear it.

IF someone were to ask about it... would you really want to have to respond that you DNFed and why you DNFed?

Eh... but honestly, people rarely if ever ask about the gear you are wearing... so it really probably would matter either way.

I personally would not wear it, simply because it would remind me what I did not do... but then again, it could be a great reminder to motivate me to train harder!

In the end, do what you are comfortable with doing. Either way, it's a nice visor.
2009-04-27 10:48 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
I think it is fine to wear it, especially as it is not specific to one race...more advertisement of the sport than specific race souvenir. 

Btw, nice visor :-)
2009-04-27 10:51 PM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
Jon311024 - 2009-04-27 8:00 PM I don't think there's any way I could wear it and feel comfortable, especially like someone mentioned if somebody were to ask or compliment you on the race.  What I would do though is hang it up right in plain sight in my room, so that every time I left for a workout I would be reminded of how bad I want to crush the race the next go around.  Good luck!


couldn't have said it better myself.
2009-04-28 1:53 AM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?

I wouldn't be caught dead in a visor... I probably wouldn't wear a 70.3 t-shirt if I didn't finish the race, unless it was DNF by wicked cool bike wipeout from which I had excellent scars and possibly video evidence.

2009-04-28 7:26 AM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
99% of the population probably has no idea what 70.3 even means. They probably think it's a radio station. It's just a hat - wear it!
2009-04-28 7:45 AM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
What you do is up to you. You make the call.

Personally, I would not wear it. Personally, I believe it would grant bad luck; hence, why I would not buy anything like that before completing the race. However, that is just me, I'm OCD.

My suggestion like others have stated is to put it where you can see it every day for additional motivation to train. Then, when you go back and kill the course it will be that much sweeter to put on.
2009-04-28 7:49 AM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?

jcdenton2000 - 2009-04-27 7:35 PM
I purchased a 70.3 visor at the expo that I really like,

ahhh...this was your first mistake...never, ever, ever, ever buy a race shirt or race hat at the expo BEFORE the race - jinx city!!!

2009-04-28 7:51 AM
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Subject: RE: HIM DNF - OK to wear the visor?
jcdenton2000 - 2009-04-27 9:20 PM Let me clarify - this is the visor I purchased:

http://www.headsweats.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=8&idproduct=416


That one isn't specific to a finisher or a race.  I'd wear it.

I also plan on wearing the tshirt for the race I DNF this weekend.  If people ask, I'll tell them I wound up in the med tent, but I'm going to try again next year.  It doesn't really bother me.
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