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 2009-01-14 10:39 AM in reply to: #1906908 |
 Davenport, IA |  Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANitylisac957 - 2009-01-14 10:21 AM Sprint_DA - 2009-01-14 10:20 AM lisac957 - 2009-01-14 10:20 AM Also, this will be my FOURTH winshield on this car in 3 years. Something is wrong with the design I think. There was no reason it should have cracked this last time. Just out of the blue! Wow, now that' crazy. What kind of car, if you don't mind me asking? 2001 Acura CL Not been around enough of those to know if it's a consistent problem. My last car was the only one I've ever had that had windshield issues and that was from a rock chip that froze and thawed over the course of 190k miles. |
| 2009-01-14 10:40 AM in reply to: #1906944 |
| Davenport, IA | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity wurkit_gurl - 2009-01-14 10:35 AM I know TAN is supposed to be about 'nothing', but here's a little tri-dilemma. My first race ever was the Luray Sprint. And it kicked my a$$, mainly b/c the bike segment is difficult. The swim is a piece of cake and the run isn't bad - unless your legs are toast from the bike. The Luray Sprint and Oly distance are on my tri team's calendar for the year - they are in mid-August. We have the plan designed around "A" races (with other B/C races) - the Luray races are considered "B/C", as our peak closest to that date is actually mid-September. I am planning to do an "A" race (an Oly) with the team schedule (though probably not the one they've chosen). Part of me wants to do the Oly and show the course who's boss. But I also don't want to throw off my training and that's a hard Oly, so I wonder if for my ability, it'd be better if I was at peak for that race. So then it would make more sense to do the Sprint instead, as a B race. Thoughts? How do you know that the club's training peak will be your best physical condition. Do the races you want to do. |
| 2009-01-14 10:41 AM in reply to: #1906952 |
| Davenport, IA | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity akustix - 2009-01-14 10:38 AM Sprint_DA - 2009-01-14 10:52 AM akustix - 2009-01-14 9:16 AM I was wearing an old pair of running shoes last year when I stepped on a nail. The doc at urgent care told me that I needed antibiotics b/c of a particularly nasty bacteria that has been known to grow in old running shoes... I decided to risk it and not get the drugs... but it did make me consider using old running shoes for yardwork... at least around rusty nails. Anything worse than what I can get walking around barefoot in the locker room at the YMCA? from the way this guy talked it was like the plague... Wow. Is that why mine smell so bad? |
| 2009-01-14 10:41 AM in reply to: #1906830 |
Arch-Bishop of BT  10278   Pittsburgh | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Sprint_DA - 2009-01-14 10:57 AM My Mizunos attempted to cripple me. I now use Saucony's. I was really unimpressed with the lifespan of the Mizunos as well. They didn't make it to the 200 mile mark before they were shot. But I'm bigger than most of you. I was in the Inspire 4's and won't wear anything ever again that tries to "correct" my body's natural mechanics. ETA: replaced you with use. Seriously. Am I an idiot? You're not bigger than me... but I wear Saucony's as well... LOVE them. I'm on my third pair and will be looking for a fourth soon... |
| 2009-01-14 10:43 AM in reply to: #1906958 |
| Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Sprint_DA - 2009-01-14 11:40 AM wurkit_gurl - 2009-01-14 10:35 AM I know TAN is supposed to be about 'nothing', but here's a little tri-dilemma. My first race ever was the Luray Sprint. And it kicked my a$$, mainly b/c the bike segment is difficult. The swim is a piece of cake and the run isn't bad - unless your legs are toast from the bike. The Luray Sprint and Oly distance are on my tri team's calendar for the year - they are in mid-August. We have the plan designed around "A" races (with other B/C races) - the Luray races are considered "B/C", as our peak closest to that date is actually mid-September. I am planning to do an "A" race (an Oly) with the team schedule (though probably not the one they've chosen). Part of me wants to do the Oly and show the course who's boss. But I also don't want to throw off my training and that's a hard Oly, so I wonder if for my ability, it'd be better if I was at peak for that race. So then it would make more sense to do the Sprint instead, as a B race. Thoughts? How do you know that the club's training peak will be your best physical condition. Do the races you want to do. Isn't that the point of periodization, though? That's how the training plans are based. I have to go to lunch, so if I don't answer back, it's not cause I hate you all |
| 2009-01-14 10:46 AM in reply to: #1906961 |
| Davenport, IA | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity akustix - 2009-01-14 10:41 AM Sprint_DA - 2009-01-14 10:57 AM My Mizunos attempted to cripple me. I now use Saucony's. I was really unimpressed with the lifespan of the Mizunos as well. They didn't make it to the 200 mile mark before they were shot. But I'm bigger than most of you. I was in the Inspire 4's and won't wear anything ever again that tries to "correct" my body's natural mechanics. ETA: replaced you with use. Seriously. Am I an idiot? You're not bigger than me... but I wear Saucony's as well... LOVE them. I'm on my third pair and will be looking for a fourth soon... I love the Saucony's. My issues with Mizunos were described as: I have high, inflexible arches. Because of my gait, the first running shop I went to said I pronate. That isn't possible (apparently) with high inflexible arches. So the pair of plastic plates were taking all the force that my footfall created and forcing it to the outside edge of my foot, which caused me tons of pain. (Thanks running shoe store #1, who did the whole gait analysis, video of running barefoot on a treadmill thing). Running shoe store #2 looked at me standing still with my feet flat on the floor, brought out the Sauconys and pretty much told me to thank him later. I did. |
| 2009-01-14 10:48 AM in reply to: #1906968 |
| Davenport, IA | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity wurkit_gurl - 2009-01-14 10:43 AM Sprint_DA - 2009-01-14 11:40 AM wurkit_gurl - 2009-01-14 10:35 AM I know TAN is supposed to be about 'nothing', but here's a little tri-dilemma. My first race ever was the Luray Sprint. And it kicked my a$$, mainly b/c the bike segment is difficult. The swim is a piece of cake and the run isn't bad - unless your legs are toast from the bike. The Luray Sprint and Oly distance are on my tri team's calendar for the year - they are in mid-August. We have the plan designed around "A" races (with other B/C races) - the Luray races are considered "B/C", as our peak closest to that date is actually mid-September. I am planning to do an "A" race (an Oly) with the team schedule (though probably not the one they've chosen). Part of me wants to do the Oly and show the course who's boss. But I also don't want to throw off my training and that's a hard Oly, so I wonder if for my ability, it'd be better if I was at peak for that race. So then it would make more sense to do the Sprint instead, as a B race. Thoughts? How do you know that the club's training peak will be your best physical condition. Do the races you want to do. Isn't that the point of periodization, though? That's how the training plans are based. I have to go to lunch, so if I don't answer back, it's not cause I hate you all Maybe that's why I don't use training plans. Although I will when it's time to get to HIM/IM distances. I also don't get the whole A race B/C race concept. I don't think I could convince myself to give less than 100% effort in any of my races. If you do, why go. If you're not going all out, you could just put in a big workout that day instead. |
| 2009-01-14 10:58 AM in reply to: #1903286 |
Pro 4456 Eureka, Ca | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Morning everyone... back at work.. not 100% but good enough.. AND I'm starting my HIM training today... wooo hoo |
| 2009-01-14 11:01 AM in reply to: #1907028 |
| Davenport, IA | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity grdavison - 2009-01-14 10:58 AM Morning everyone... back at work.. not 100% but good enough.. AND I'm starting my HIM training today... wooo hoo Sounds like good times. Glad you're close to 100% again. |
| 2009-01-14 11:12 AM in reply to: #1907035 |
Sensei Sin City | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Question to TAN. Yes, tri related. I was thinking about the Alcatraz triathlon and perhaps just cruising it to really take it in instead of racing it. I even thought about packing a disposable camera to document the journey, including the swim. It's sort of hard to think that way, since I tend to be competitive and want to race. But this one is unique. If I get in again (and want to pay the 400 bucks to do it) THEN I can race it. |
| 2009-01-14 11:13 AM in reply to: #1907028 |
Sensei Sin City | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity grdavison - 2009-01-14 8:58 AM Morning everyone... back at work.. not 100% but good enough.. AND I'm starting my HIM training today... wooo hoo It's about time! I'm looking forward to tracking your progress. |
| 2009-01-14 11:18 AM in reply to: #1907060 |
Science Nerd 28760  Redwood City, California | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Aikidoman - 2009-01-14 12:12 PM Question to TAN. Yes, tri related. I was thinking about the Alcatraz triathlon and perhaps just cruising it to really take it in instead of racing it. I even thought about packing a disposable camera to document the journey, including the swim. It's sort of hard to think that way, since I tend to be competitive and want to race. But this one is unique. If I get in again (and want to pay the 400 bucks to do it) THEN I can race it. I spent more of the NYC tri taking it all in and enjoying the scenery around me. It was expensive and I don't see myself doing it again. Sure, I was pushing myself, but I think I could have pushed myself harder. Despite all the weirdness (up really early, jellyfish, long transitions), it is probably my favorite tri so far. I had a ton of fun. |
| 2009-01-14 11:21 AM in reply to: #1907075 |
Sensei Sin City | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Artemis - 2009-01-14 9:18 AM Aikidoman - 2009-01-14 12:12 PM Question to TAN. Yes, tri related. I was thinking about the Alcatraz triathlon and perhaps just cruising it to really take it in instead of racing it. I even thought about packing a disposable camera to document the journey, including the swim. It's sort of hard to think that way, since I tend to be competitive and want to race. But this one is unique. If I get in again (and want to pay the 400 bucks to do it) THEN I can race it. I spent more of the NYC tri taking it all in and enjoying the scenery around me. It was expensive and I don't see myself doing it again. Sure, I was pushing myself, but I think I could have pushed myself harder. Despite all the weirdness (up really early, jellyfish, long transitions), it is probably my favorite tri so far. I had a ton of fun. Yeah, I would still race, but I think I might want to take a break in the swim to samp a pic from the middle of the bay. Take some in transition. Maybe stop on the bike for a second to get one of the bridge, etc.... I think it would be a shame if I kept my head down in aero and looking 10' in front of me during the run so I can go all out instead of taking in the view and the event. I have plenty of other races I can go for speed. BUT finishing ahead of the other BTer's could be fun to! Edited by Aikidoman 2009-01-14 11:22 AM |
| 2009-01-14 11:26 AM in reply to: #1907080 |
| Davenport, IA | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Aikidoman - 2009-01-14 11:21 AM Artemis - 2009-01-14 9:18 AM Aikidoman - 2009-01-14 12:12 PM Question to TAN. Yes, tri related. I was thinking about the Alcatraz triathlon and perhaps just cruising it to really take it in instead of racing it. I even thought about packing a disposable camera to document the journey, including the swim. It's sort of hard to think that way, since I tend to be competitive and want to race. But this one is unique. If I get in again (and want to pay the 400 bucks to do it) THEN I can race it. I spent more of the NYC tri taking it all in and enjoying the scenery around me. It was expensive and I don't see myself doing it again. Sure, I was pushing myself, but I think I could have pushed myself harder. Despite all the weirdness (up really early, jellyfish, long transitions), it is probably my favorite tri so far. I had a ton of fun. Yeah, I would still race, but I think I might want to take a break in the swim to samp a pic from the middle of the bay. Take some in transition. Maybe stop on the bike for a second to get one of the bridge, etc.... I think it would be a shame if I kept my head down in aero and looking 10' in front of me during the run so I can go all out instead of taking in the view and the event. I have plenty of other races I can go for speed. BUT finishing ahead of the other BTer's could be fun to! Doing something so you can capture all the memories sounds like a great idea, but I don't know if I could do it. Once I get to the starting line I don't really have the capability of thinking, "now I'm going to take this easy and stop to enjoy the scenery." That being said, I've also only done tri's in the Midwest. Not really much scenery to see. |
| 2009-01-14 11:28 AM in reply to: #1907080 |
Science Nerd 28760 Redwood City, California | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Aikidoman - 2009-01-14 12:21 PM Artemis - 2009-01-14 9:18 AM Aikidoman - 2009-01-14 12:12 PM Question to TAN. Yes, tri related. I was thinking about the Alcatraz triathlon and perhaps just cruising it to really take it in instead of racing it. I even thought about packing a disposable camera to document the journey, including the swim. It's sort of hard to think that way, since I tend to be competitive and want to race. But this one is unique. If I get in again (and want to pay the 400 bucks to do it) THEN I can race it. I spent more of the NYC tri taking it all in and enjoying the scenery around me. It was expensive and I don't see myself doing it again. Sure, I was pushing myself, but I think I could have pushed myself harder. Despite all the weirdness (up really early, jellyfish, long transitions), it is probably my favorite tri so far. I had a ton of fun. Yeah, I would still race, but I think I might want to take a break in the swim to samp a pic from the middle of the bay. Take some in transition. Maybe stop on the bike for a second to get one of the bridge, etc.... I think it would be a shame if I kept my head down in aero and looking 10' in front of me during the run so I can go all out instead of taking in the view and the event. I have plenty of other races I can go for speed. BUT finishing ahead of the other BTer's could be fun to! I totally understand. From what you're saying and my experience, I would definitely recommend taking some time to relax and look around. You don't have to stop and take pictures, but taking a few minutes where you're not pushing as hard is worth it. I remember a lot more from the race where I did that than any of my other races. Alcatraz is on my list of destination races. I'd love to do that. When did you have to apply for the lottery? |
| 2009-01-14 11:32 AM in reply to: #1903286 |
| Davenport, IA | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity One more thing I'd end up thinking about: You may be slowing down and taking it easy to snap a pic or two during the swim, but the guy who has to swim over you may be trying for a PR. Just make sure you're not in anyone's way. |
| 2009-01-14 11:42 AM in reply to: #1907104 |
Sensei Sin City | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Sprint_DA - 2009-01-14 9:32 AM One more thing I'd end up thinking about: You may be slowing down and taking it easy to snap a pic or two during the swim, but the guy who has to swim over you may be trying for a PR. Just make sure you're not in anyone's way. Of course... |
| 2009-01-14 11:46 AM in reply to: #1907093 |
Sensei Sin City | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Artemis - 2009-01-14 9:28 AM I totally understand. From what you're saying and my experience, I would definitely recommend taking some time to relax and look around. You don't have to stop and take pictures, but taking a few minutes where you're not pushing as hard is worth it. I remember a lot more from the race where I did that than any of my other races. Alcatraz is on my list of destination races. I'd love to do that. When did you have to apply for the lottery? I want to say beginning of November or December. They sent me an email reminder since I tried the year before. You need to register at active.com for a lottery spot (it's free) then wait for the drawing in Dec. I could be wrong, but I think you can still register for this year. They have/had a secondary drawing this week I think. Even if you don't want to get in this year, or it's too late, you would be on the mailing list for next year and they will send a reminder. |
| 2009-01-14 11:49 AM in reply to: #1907080 |
Pro 4456 Eureka, Ca | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Aikidoman - 2009-01-14 9:21 AM Artemis - 2009-01-14 9:18 AM Aikidoman - 2009-01-14 12:12 PM Question to TAN. Yes, tri related. I was thinking about the Alcatraz triathlon and perhaps just cruising it to really take it in instead of racing it. I even thought about packing a disposable camera to document the journey, including the swim. It's sort of hard to think that way, since I tend to be competitive and want to race. But this one is unique. If I get in again (and want to pay the 400 bucks to do it) THEN I can race it. I spent more of the NYC tri taking it all in and enjoying the scenery around me. It was expensive and I don't see myself doing it again. Sure, I was pushing myself, but I think I could have pushed myself harder. Despite all the weirdness (up really early, jellyfish, long transitions), it is probably my favorite tri so far. I had a ton of fun. Yeah, I would still race, but I think I might want to take a break in the swim to samp a pic from the middle of the bay. Take some in transition. Maybe stop on the bike for a second to get one of the bridge, etc.... I think it would be a shame if I kept my head down in aero and looking 10' in front of me during the run so I can go all out instead of taking in the view and the event. I have plenty of other races I can go for speed. BUT finishing ahead of the other BTer's could be fun to! Do it! Thats not far and its an excuse for us to get out of this hell hole :D |
| 2009-01-14 11:59 AM in reply to: #1907135 |
Science Nerd 28760 Redwood City, California | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity Aikidoman - 2009-01-14 12:46 PM Artemis - 2009-01-14 9:28 AM I totally understand. From what you're saying and my experience, I would definitely recommend taking some time to relax and look around. You don't have to stop and take pictures, but taking a few minutes where you're not pushing as hard is worth it. I remember a lot more from the race where I did that than any of my other races. Alcatraz is on my list of destination races. I'd love to do that. When did you have to apply for the lottery? I want to say beginning of November or December. They sent me an email reminder since I tried the year before. You need to register at active.com for a lottery spot (it's free) then wait for the drawing in Dec. I could be wrong, but I think you can still register for this year. They have/had a secondary drawing this week I think. Even if you don't want to get in this year, or it's too late, you would be on the mailing list for next year and they will send a reminder. Cool. I will check it out. This year is not going to happen, but next year is a possibility. |
| 2009-01-14 12:33 PM in reply to: #1903286 |
Champion 14571 the alamo city, Texas | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity yo bajingoes, checking in. i want to go back to college. but get this, not for the fun stuff. for the MATH PROBLEMS. wtf is wrong with me? |
| 2009-01-14 12:34 PM in reply to: #1907256 |
COURT JESTER 12230 ROCKFORD, IL | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity meherczeg - 2009-01-14 12:33 PM yo bajingoes, checking in. i want to go back to college. but get this, not for the fun stuff. for the MATH PROBLEMS. wtf is wrong with me? WIERD!!!
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| 2009-01-14 12:39 PM in reply to: #1907259 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity tupuppy - 2009-01-14 12:34 PM meherczeg - 2009-01-14 12:33 PM yo bajingoes, checking in. i want to go back to college. but get this, not for the fun stuff. for the MATH PROBLEMS. wtf is wrong with me? WIERD!!!
I'll let you rent my Calculus and Linear Algebra books at a much lower cost and save ya some money, Lady Swole. |
| 2009-01-14 12:40 PM in reply to: #1907271 |
Champion 14571 the alamo city, Texas | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity 1stTimeTri - 2009-01-14 1:39 PM tupuppy - 2009-01-14 12:34 PM meherczeg - 2009-01-14 12:33 PM yo bajingoes, checking in. i want to go back to college. but get this, not for the fun stuff. for the MATH PROBLEMS. wtf is wrong with me? WIERD!!!
I'll let you rent my Calculus and Linear Algebra books at a much lower cost and save ya some money, Lady Swole. man, how many engineers do we have up in this beezy?? math books, i has. |
| 2009-01-14 12:41 PM in reply to: #1907256 |
Sensei Sin City | Subject: RE: TAN #64 - A Case of Temporary InTANity meherczeg - 2009-01-14 10:33 AM yo bajingoes, checking in. i want to go back to college. but get this, not for the fun stuff. for the MATH PROBLEMS. wtf is wrong with me? By the time Calc 3 hit, I was done with math. I even like stats and Diff. Eq. linear alg., but my eyes glazed over in Calc III with linear series and triple integrals, etc.... Edited by Aikidoman 2009-01-14 12:42 PM |
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