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 2009-05-06 9:59 AM in reply to: #2133200 |
Champion  7546     Santa Cruz, California |  Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL)dcon - 2009-05-06 4:26 AM Hi everyone. Happy hump day. Mine is already over and I'm enjoying a glass of cabernet with dw. I had another good training day - got in a decent run this morning and battled the crowds at the pool this evening. woo hoo Dan...I was using my dh's ipod yesterday and he had some blue grass song on there that I need to forward to you...it was about staying on the road during high winds! haha...immediately thought of you when I heard it! and I love a good cab! my fav wines are cabs...did you save me some??? |
| 2009-05-06 10:02 AM in reply to: #2133482 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) NoSit - 2009-05-06 6:55 AM Have a great day everyone! I'm on a video shoot all day (which sounds much sexier than it is, but I still like saying it), so won't be back til this evening! Trish intrigued! what kind of video shoot? and are you in front of or behind the camera? are they doing a shoot on the upcoming triathlete of northern cali? |
| 2009-05-06 10:03 AM in reply to: #1863539 |
Expert 1117  Shalimar, FL | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Morning everyone! I'm really enjoying my taper this week. I can't recall the last time my training plan said "20 minute swim". Sorry I've been pretty silent lately. I've been battling nerves lately, and it seems that anything I write sounds like whining. I HATE that! So I've got my mantra going: I'm trusting in my training, I'm following the plan, and I'm making lists so I don't forget anything. Hopefully at some point I'll actually feel excited about this race! Thanks everyone for your wonderful inspires and words of wisdom. |
| 2009-05-06 10:04 AM in reply to: #2133528 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) MDHillSlug - 2009-05-06 7:08 AM I did a roller session this morning instead of my bike commute. I'm feeling a bit bad about ditching a commute but the weather is iffy for tonight and this was easier on my body as prep for Sunday. gee you did something at least! |
| 2009-05-06 2:37 PM in reply to: #2133716 |
Extreme Veteran 600 Indiana | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Sledge - 2009-05-06 11:03 AM Morning everyone! I'm really enjoying my taper this week. I can't recall the last time my training plan said "20 minute swim". Sorry I've been pretty silent lately. I've been battling nerves lately, and it seems that anything I write sounds like whining. I HATE that! So I've got my mantra going: I'm trusting in my training, I'm following the plan, and I'm making lists so I don't forget anything. Hopefully at some point I'll actually feel excited about this race! Thanks everyone for your wonderful inspires and words of wisdom. You will get to this race with nerves all amped up......... but I know KNOW KNOW you will OWN THIS RACE ! Training will kick in, knowledge will put you on automatic. Th eonly thing you will have to remember is to smile and enjoy the process. YOU WILL DO THIS !!! Bring pretty lipgloss for the pictures afterward !! SMILE |
| 2009-05-06 3:27 PM in reply to: #2134648 |
Expert 1117 Shalimar, FL | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) maxmansmom - 2009-05-06 2:37 PM Sledge - 2009-05-06 11:03 AM Morning everyone! I'm really enjoying my taper this week. I can't recall the last time my training plan said "20 minute swim". Sorry I've been pretty silent lately. I've been battling nerves lately, and it seems that anything I write sounds like whining. I HATE that! So I've got my mantra going: I'm trusting in my training, I'm following the plan, and I'm making lists so I don't forget anything. Hopefully at some point I'll actually feel excited about this race! Thanks everyone for your wonderful inspires and words of wisdom. You will get to this race with nerves all amped up......... but I know KNOW KNOW you will OWN THIS RACE ! Training will kick in, knowledge will put you on automatic. Th eonly thing you will have to remember is to smile and enjoy the process. YOU WILL DO THIS !!! Bring pretty lipgloss for the pictures afterward !! SMILE
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| 2009-05-06 4:26 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Extreme Veteran 600 Indiana | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Huh ? I was getting....make that WRESTLING my bike out of my van a few minutes ago. I had ahold of the handle bar and I hear "CLICK". I look down and there on my left handlbar is the numbers 1 2 3 in a line....... so it shifts on that side too (the other side had 1 - 6). I had no idea the left side did anything so all of my riding has been on that 1 on the left and 1-6 on the right. Ok bikers, what on earth is the 1 -3 used for ?........ I so hate being a rookie ! |
| 2009-05-06 6:07 PM in reply to: #2134944 |
Master 1841 Sendai, Japan | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) maxmansmom - 2009-05-07 6:26 AM Huh ? I was getting....make that WRESTLING my bike out of my van a few minutes ago. I had ahold of the handle bar and I hear "CLICK". I look down and there on my left handlbar is the numbers 1 2 3 in a line....... so it shifts on that side too (the other side had 1 - 6). I had no idea the left side did anything so all of my riding has been on that 1 on the left and 1-6 on the right. Ok bikers, what on earth is the 1 -3 used for ?........ I so hate being a rookie ! From Sheldon Brown (http://sheldonbrown.com/gears.html). It means you have an 18-speed bike, i.e., 3 sprockets in the front (pedals) and 6 in the back (rear wheel). Nuts & Bolts of Derailer Gears On a 10-speed bike, the front of the chain runs over one of 2 "chainwheels" or front sprockets attached to the pedal cranks. The rear of the chain wraps around one of 5 sprockets attached to the hub of the rear wheel. The 2 chainwheels times 5 rear sprockets give 10 theoretically possible combinations. This set-up requires two separate gear shifting mechanisms or "derailers", one for the front 2 and the other for the rear 5. This is as complicated as bicycle gearing gets. A 27-speed bike is just the same, except that there are 3 chainwheels in front and 9 sprockets in back. There are still just two derailers, and two control levers. The control on the left side shifts among the 2 or 3 front chainwheels; the one on the right shifts among the 5-9 rear sprockets. |
| 2009-05-06 6:18 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Master 1841 Sendai, Japan | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) By the way Julie (IN), you should definitely read the whole explanation on: http://sheldonbrown.com/gears.html It is pretty straightforward and good to know stuff. Edited by dcon 2009-05-06 6:18 PM |
| 2009-05-06 7:33 PM in reply to: #2135147 |
Extreme Veteran 600 Indiana | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) dcon - 2009-05-06 7:18 PM By the way Julie (IN), you should definitely read the whole explanation on: http://sheldonbrown.com/gears.htmlIt is pretty straightforward and good to know stuff. Thank you ! I have to take it out and try to figure this out too ! lol |
| 2009-05-06 7:49 PM in reply to: #2135261 |
Pro 4343 Olney, MD | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) maxmansmom - 2009-05-06 8:33 PM dcon - 2009-05-06 7:18 PM By the way Julie (IN), you should definitely read the whole explanation on: http://sheldonbrown.com/gears.htmlIt is pretty straightforward and good to know stuff. Thank you ! I have to take it out and try to figure this out too ! lol Basically, it give you a much wider range of gear ratios. I talked about this a bit in my gear primer. |
| 2009-05-06 10:16 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Extreme Veteran 624 Spring TX | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) My son went back to school today after the swine flu closure, so they only ended up being off for two days. Looks like everyone's busy training or tapering for the weekend. I signed up for a mini sprint on Mother's Day. It was my first ever tri last year, so figured I'd go back and give it another go. I'm loving my weekly CSA deliveries. Today's box had yellow squash, broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, beets, sweet onion, mushroons, kale, a bag of spring mix, and the cutest little carrots with the tops still on. It's going to be fun trying out some new recipes. Hope everyone is doing well. Hang in there, Susie. Julie (IN) told Cheri to put some lip gloss on for pics. In my last half marathon in Little Rock in March, they passed out nice Cover Girl lipsticks at mile 12, which was kind of fun. Nicole and Cheri (is anyone else racing?) you are both going to do great. Isabelle, I guess you are counting down the days for your half. Hope the rest of the week goes well for everyone! |
| 2009-05-06 10:36 PM in reply to: #2133696 |
Veteran 198 British Columbia | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Hi everyone... Just thought I would quickly drop in. It has been a crazy week (more about that later)... Susie...you hang in there. My ex was playing the same sort of mind games with me. He ended up agreeing to our terms 20 minutes before we were to step into court. Its a "game of chicken". As far as the kicking him in the a$$...who's going to kick him first???? I'm taking my place in the line-up To everyone that is racing this week...safe travels, good luck and have fun (we want a full report when you get back). Any pictures would be great too. Well...I should get back to work (sigh). I had to take minutes for 3 emergency meetings this week (2 to do with swine flu and 1 on flooding). Interesting stuff, but a lot of work. Take care everyone ((hugs))
Girl Passing on Left - 2009-05-06 7:57 AM dcon - 2009-05-06 4:25 AM Offthegrid - 2009-05-06 11:16 AM Hi, everyone ... sorry I've been MIA ... things are just really difficult now ... He's making demands that will leave me pretty much bankrupt. If I don't cave, then I know he will drag the divorce on for years. So it's really hard on me at the moment ... and just having a really hard time dealing with things. Doing some counseling and joined two support groups, so that does help. But it's really hard. But I'm losing weight again, so that is the upside. There, I found a silver lining. Glad to have you back with us Susie. Don't cave. Work with your lawyer and push back. Stick with the counseling and the support groups.....and stick with your training/weight loss. They will help to keep you sane. x2! x3 x4 plus if that lawyer you are talking with is worth a darn...he should be keeping this from happening....good luck! way to go on the weight loss...but make sure to keep working out for Susie! hugs girl! the only thing you should be giving your dh is a SWIFT KICK IN THE A$$!!! can I help!!!??? |
| 2009-05-07 9:17 AM in reply to: #1863539 |
Pro 4343 Olney, MD | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) I'm winding down the workouts with my eye on Sunday. Did a nice-n-easy run this morning. They've posted the event info. Last year I went off in the last wave (8); this year I'm 4th wave out of 6. I think it's all women 35 and up, including athena. Hopefully I can do a lot better than "just surviving" the swim this year! I'm looking to take off about 4 minutes on the swim. Lots of time to be saved on the transitions and run, too. I did pretty well on the ride last year, even though it was in a strong rain, so there's less room here for improvement but I'll be going for it! So far the weather report is calling for perfect conditions: some clouds, high of 73. Water temp is claimed to be 68 but I don't believe it's that high. Game on! |
| 2009-05-07 11:41 AM in reply to: #2136109 |
Expert 1117 Shalimar, FL | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) I'm winding down on my workouts too, in fact I logged my last one this morning. I could really get into these 20 minute workouts -- before you know it, the workout is done! And what am I going to do with all of that extra time after this HIM? We're a little iffy on the water temperature. The paper this morning said the water temperature was 78, which is the cutoff for wearing a wetsuit. They'll make the call on Saturday morning, but I've got my fingers crossed for 77 degrees. My goal for this race is to finish. I'm not putting any expectations on times, and I'm comfortable with whatever I need to do to finish (including walking the run course, my best event!). |
| 2009-05-07 12:41 PM in reply to: #2135261 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) maxmansmom - 2009-05-06 5:33 PM dcon - 2009-05-06 7:18 PM By the way Julie (IN), you should definitely read the whole explanation on: http://sheldonbrown.com/gears.htmlIt is pretty straightforward and good to know stuff. Thank you ! I have to take it out and try to figure this out too ! lol go get em Jules...climbing hills will be easier when you get your gears dialed in...go have fun and play with them...that way you will be ready for your race in June. You are gonna love having those extra gears whether for up or for down! |
| 2009-05-07 12:45 PM in reply to: #2136513 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Sledge - 2009-05-07 9:41 AM I'm winding down on my workouts too, in fact I logged my last one this morning. I could really get into these 20 minute workouts -- before you know it, the workout is done! And what am I going to do with all of that extra time after this HIM? We're a little iffy on the water temperature. The paper this morning said the water temperature was 78, which is the cutoff for wearing a wetsuit. They'll make the call on Saturday morning, but I've got my fingers crossed for 77 degrees. My goal for this race is to finish. I'm not putting any expectations on times, and I'm comfortable with whatever I need to do to finish (including walking the run course, my best event!). have a great race Cheri! will be thinking of you and Nicole this weekend! hope both of you end it with a smile...that is the most important thing! how is the weather supposed to be Cheri? Nicole? please keep us posted...we will be waiting to hear about your day! have fun and goooo put all that training to use! goooo CHERI AND NICOLE!!!!!!!!! |
| 2009-05-07 12:50 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Morning/Afternoon to most of you and evening to you Dan...sorry for my absence...yesterday I was tending to a sick puppy all day and have been trying to get my house in order after my vacations...going to the pool today ....hope everyone has a great day/weekend. train well! |
| 2009-05-07 4:05 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Master 1790 | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) I met with the mortgage company today to explain where I'm at. She said that never in the company's 70-year history has anyone gone into foreclosure. And then after explaining my situation, she actually agreed that foreclosure may be my only option. But I'm very pleased with them. I wrote in my blog entry about it; don't want to post here. |
| 2009-05-07 4:18 PM in reply to: #2137239 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Offthegrid - 2009-05-07 2:05 PM I met with the mortgage company today to explain where I'm at. She said that never in the company's 70-year history has anyone gone into foreclosure. And then after explaining my situation, she actually agreed that foreclosure may be my only option. But I'm very pleased with them. I wrote in my blog entry about it; don't want to post here. hey Susie....glad that you like them...hope things work out and soon. |
| 2009-05-07 4:30 PM in reply to: #2133520 |
Veteran 243 | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) MDHillSlug - 2009-05-06 7:06 AM NoSit - 2009-05-06 9:55 AM Have a great day everyone! I'm on a video shoot all day (which sounds much sexier than it is, but I still like saying it), so won't be back til this evening! Trish As subject or staff? Some exotic location? |
| 2009-05-07 4:30 PM in reply to: #2133520 |
Veteran 243 | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) MDHillSlug - 2009-05-06 7:06 AM NoSit - 2009-05-06 9:55 AM Have a great day everyone! I'm on a video shoot all day (which sounds much sexier than it is, but I still like saying it), so won't be back til this evening! Trish As subject or staff? Some exotic location? Staff - I'm the prop-girl. We started in an office on the other side of my building, but it's southern exposure, so better lighting than my regular office! Then, we went over to the horse barn, so that was kind of fun. There are new babies on the ground and they're fun to watch. Edited by NoSit 2009-05-07 4:31 PM |
| 2009-05-07 6:50 PM in reply to: #2133696 |
Extreme Veteran 656 quebec's belly button | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Girl Passing on Left - 2009-05-06 10:57 AM dcon - 2009-05-06 4:25 AM Offthegrid - 2009-05-06 11:16 AM Hi, everyone ... sorry I've been MIA ... things are just really difficult now ... He's making demands that will leave me pretty much bankrupt. If I don't cave, then I know he will drag the divorce on for years. So it's really hard on me at the moment ... and just having a really hard time dealing with things. Doing some counseling and joined two support groups, so that does help. But it's really hard. But I'm losing weight again, so that is the upside. There, I found a silver lining. Glad to have you back with us Susie. Don't cave. Work with your lawyer and push back. Stick with the counseling and the support groups.....and stick with your training/weight loss. They will help to keep you sane. x2! x3 plus if that lawyer you are talking with is worth a darn...he should be keeping this from happening....good luck! way to go on the weight loss...but make sure to keep working out for Susie! hugs girl! the only thing you should be giving your dh is a SWIFT KICK IN THE A$$!!! can I help!!!??? Oh Oh me too!!! i want to test the full range of motion of my hip flexors on that "trou d'c.." |
| 2009-05-07 10:48 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) swam today....and you didnt have to push me in Isabelle!! |
| 2009-05-08 6:36 AM in reply to: #2136513 |
Extreme Veteran 608 | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Sledge - 2009-05-07 11:41 AM I'm winding down on my workouts too, in fact I logged my last one this morning. I could really get into these 20 minute workouts -- before you know it, the workout is done! And what am I going to do with all of that extra time after this HIM? We're a little iffy on the water temperature. The paper this morning said the water temperature was 78, which is the cutoff for wearing a wetsuit. They'll make the call on Saturday morning, but I've got my fingers crossed for 77 degrees. My goal for this race is to finish. I'm not putting any expectations on times, and I'm comfortable with whatever I need to do to finish (including walking the run course, my best event!). Cheri - I think you will be very surprised at how strong you are going to be...this is your time...I'm so excited for you and wish so much I could be there to cheer you on. I plan to do this race with you next year. All I can say is "ENJOY" the experience this is what you have been training for, and you are prepared. Go Cheri-Go!!!!!  |
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