Where did all the BTers go? (Page 13)

IndoIronYanti

2016-10-30 6:55 AM

in reply to: Left Brain

Melon Presser

52116

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Originally posted by Left Brain

Originally posted by bootygirl And cowbell

Excellent!

ALWAYS more cowbell.

crowny2

2016-10-31 12:28 PM

in reply to: IndoIronYanti

Champion

15211

Southern Chicago Suburbs, IL

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Originally posted by IndoIronYanti

Originally posted by Left Brain

Originally posted by bootygirl And cowbell

Excellent!

ALWAYS more cowbell.

And Bewbs and Bajingos.

tmwelshy

2016-11-27 8:12 AM

in reply to: IndoIronYanti

Got Wahoo?

5423

San Antonio

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Ha! I never quite managed to get perma-banned, though I'm sure I came close....

My .02: The expansion/segmentation of the forums/mentor groups created silos that took away from the sense of community. Kind of like a party at a resort where everyone is in the rooms but not in the lobby. It's a great resort, but it's hard to engage with folks unless you head to the rooms, and that's mildly awkward unless you are invited or know those sub groups.

Solution: kill most of the sub forums. If someone wants to talk about texas tris, they do it in the main tri forum. All been discussed, I'm sure, but that was my personal experience.

Originally posted by IndoIronYanti

Originally posted by tmwelshy The answer is clear: more poetry, more peanut butter.

Holy shyte, it's aliiiiiiiiiive!!! Hi Welshy! Geez, I thought you managed to get yourself kicked out of here ages ago.

Good to see you

2017-02-07 3:47 PM

in reply to: 0

Buttercup

14334

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

How much has social media changed in 12 years? lolcats isn't even a thing anymore, though Nazi punching, bizarrely, is.

Also, some of us moved on to other interests.

I will always remember Ron showing up for a funeral in Brandon. That's all I need to know about how special BT is.

[Apparently, I no longer know how to edit a post.] I helmed our boat to a win within our class with an all female crew. My hubby (I got married, he is perfect for me) lets me take the boat out without him now. It's a very cool thing to know how to do that.

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2017-02-07 8:22 PM

in reply to: Renee

Pro

6838

Tejas

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Originally posted by Renee

How much has social media changed in 12 years? lolcats isn't even a thing anymore, though Nazi punching, bizarrely, is.

Also, some of us moved on to other interests.

I will always remember Ron showing up for a funeral in Brandon. That's all I need to know about how special BT is.

Wow!!! That's awesome Renee!!! I've never sailed before, but would love to learn one day! I'm learning to fly (well, I soloed and just knocking out requirements to get license) which has proven to be a rewarding challenge. Hope all finds you well!!

2017-02-08 10:31 AM

in reply to: mdg2003

Buttercup

14334

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Thanks, Mike. It's something I've wanted to do for a very long time. The more I learn, the more I realize there's so much more to learn. I enjoy the mental workout and focus that helming demands. But mostly, I just love being on the water. We did a long, overnight race last year which I will do again this year, but without my husband on board this time; also, an all female crew this time. 6am coffee with a cool Gulf breeze and sunrise is magic.

Flying! Very cool. I know a guy who owns a corporate jet charter company, he's always looking for pilots.

2017-02-10 12:08 PM

in reply to: Renee

Pro

6838

Tejas

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

I had a friend in HS that came from a wealthy family. They had a 72 foot boat that they kept in a marina around Kemah. He was allowed to take the boat out with friends, but my dad never let me go. I guess he didn't have faith in a 16 year old Skipper and an inexperienced crew. They never had any problems, but looking back, my dad was probably right not letting me go. Sailing a boat is definitely science, winning races is an an art form IMO. Well done.

From my cross country yesterday. Medina Lake, west of SA.

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Left Brain

2017-02-10 5:47 PM

in reply to: mdg2003

Pro

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Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Aren't you supposed to keep both hands on the wheel, or the stick, or yoke, or whatever the hell steers those things? My dad and brother both flew.....one day I'll tell you about BOTH crashes I was in with my dad and his 1946 Champ taildragger club plane. I'd rather walk. LOL

2017-02-10 9:44 PM

in reply to: Left Brain

Pro

6838

Tejas

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Originally posted by Left Brain

Aren't you supposed to keep both hands on the wheel, or the stick, or yoke, or whatever the hell steers those things? My dad and brother both flew.....one day I'll tell you about BOTH crashes I was in with my dad and his 1946 Champ taildragger club plane. I'd rather walk. LOL

Impossible to text and fly if you have both hands on the yoke...

2017-03-02 4:49 PM

in reply to: #5136662

Buttercup

14334

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

(Sorry, fairly late in replying)

Color me very impressed on your stomach for flying. I went up in this craft last year and my knuckles were white, death gripping on the bar in front of me. I have no interest in repeating this again. I am a big fan of terra firma and/or a boat deck under my feet.

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max

2017-03-04 1:50 PM

in reply to: Renee

Champion

8903

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

I'd been a regular here, starting back around March 2004. I haven't been on the site for probably the better part of 6 years when I moved to Arizona. I went through a number of medical issues a few years ago but have come out on the healthy side of my surgery. I have given up doing triathlons, with my last one probably as part of a team at the NH Timberman. I've sold my tri bike. I recently moved back to MA to be near the grandkids and am back to my old past time of hiking and mixing in some (mostly off road) running. I've made the lottery for the road race up Mt Washington in NH in mid June. As I approach my 69th birthday this summer, I can tell I have slowed down, but still am staying active. I have no idea what brought me back here after a long absence...just a flight of fancy I guess. I'm sure the site has changed a lot since I was last here, and I'm not sure how much I will post (if anything) but hello anyways to some of the regulars who might remember me.

tech_geezer

2017-03-05 5:49 PM

in reply to: max

Elite

4344

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Hi Max,

I remember you. It has been a long time. You are a bit older than I, but not by much. I just went on Medicare.

2017-03-08 11:11 AM

in reply to: Renee

Pro

6838

Tejas

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Originally posted by Renee

(Sorry, fairly late in replying)

Color me very impressed on your stomach for flying. I went up in this craft last year and my knuckles were white, death gripping on the bar in front of me. I have no interest in repeating this again. I am a big fan of terra firma and/or a boat deck under my feet.

That's so cool. I've never had the opportunity to go up in an open air bi-plane, jealous… I'm guessing the open air aspect of the flight might have been a contributor to the death gripping fear. I bet you'd do much better in a small plane without all the added noise and wind from flying out in the open air. Although my most recent flight was a solo cross country that was so rough, if it been my first flight, I probably would not have continued lessons. I hit a pocket of air that dropped me so quickly, I actually hit my head on the ceiling. Lesson learned; strap in tighter than I had been!

2017-03-08 11:13 AM

in reply to: tech_geezer

Pro

6838

Tejas

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Originally posted by tech_geezer

Hi Max,

I remember you. It has been a long time. You are a bit older than I, but not by much. I just went on Medicare.

I do too. Good to see you checking in Max and glad to hear you're over your health issues. Hike on!

isis

2017-03-11 7:22 PM

in reply to: tech_geezer

Master

1946

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Hey TW..!! Nothing like Max to bring out the community

My Training Log My Race Log

Socks

2017-03-13 1:41 PM

in reply to: isis

Champion

7704

Williamston, Michigan

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

MMMMAAXXXXX!!! Miss you buddy!!! Hope things are good

2017-03-14 12:21 PM

in reply to: 0

Buttercup

14334

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

It was a windy day but the worst part was when we did a tight 360 bank around a piece of property that is a local curiosity. A German built a stone castle in the middle of nowhere in Wisconsin. I didn't care about seeing it, or just getting a glimpse was enough. Instead, he did a complete circle which had me leaning to balance myself. Even though I was cognizant that I wasn't going to fall out, my brain was not happy about the experience.

It is a beautiful craft, originally built in 1947 and restored by father/son team who own the airfield. I learned about the legacies of families who own airplanes and airfields/ports. That was pretty cool.

Cross-country solo. Kudos. That takes an iron constitution.

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2017-03-14 12:26 PM

in reply to: max

Buttercup

14334

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Max! I'll be in NH early June. Can I look you up?

Last year while touring the area, I passed a nuclear plant and wondered if that wasn't your plant. Hope all is well with you and your family.

max

2017-03-14 2:56 PM

in reply to: Renee

Champion

8903

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Hey Renee! Give me a yell here before you come up to the area. Been pretty busy with the grandkids and my wife is a lot less mobile than she used to be, due to her MS. But maybe I can break free!!

2017-03-23 11:54 AM

in reply to: max

Buttercup

14334

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

I sent you a private message. If your cell phone # hasn't changed, I'll give you a call on that number, ok?

SquirrelGravy

2017-04-04 10:32 PM

in reply to: skipg

Master

2231

Des Moines, Iowa

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

Moved to a different state. Took a different job. Had a huge commute for about 18 months. Life.

Just signed on to start trying to get back into shape.

Good to see a few familiar faces!

tri42

2017-04-30 8:24 PM

in reply to: SquirrelGravy

Master

2701

Salisbury, North Carolina

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

It has been so long.... this site was so helpful. Sure it still is.

Blanda

2017-05-09 12:06 AM

in reply to: skipg

Master

2177

Subject: RE: Where did all the BTers go?

I was pretty active here back in 2013/14 when I first started with triathlons. I finally found a few people locally to train with, so that got me off the internet, pretty much. Now that I'm looking at a full Ironman distance I'm back to learn more about it, how to train for it. I also kind of lost motivation after I became super sick the morning I was supposed to race Subic Bay 70.3. Trying to get back at some kind of maintenance program, but just not feeling it.

I recognize a few of you. I wasn't around too long and participate much, but I learned a lot from you all.