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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Good Morning MG!! Hope everyone has a great weekend and travel safe! Good luck to all those racing! |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Back from my beer race. My goal was to focus on pacing (I usually start too strong and peter out fast) and I am stoked with how I did. My pace was within 6 seconds for all 5 miles (9:21, 9:17, 9:21, 9:20, and 9:15). I gave it all I had the last .3 miles and ended with a 9:15 min/mi pace for the race and a total time of 48:36. Because of all my long runs lately I've been too scared to push my pace hard. I was fearful it'd hurt me sigificantly today. Thought of all you MGers while I was out there. Anyway, not sure when I'll get to my RR since we're having a birthday party for my son tomorrow but I hope I won't George it too bad. Good luck to everyone racing this weekend! |
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Elite ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() mighty mom - 2011-08-06 10:18 AM Back from my beer race. My goal was to focus on pacing (I usually start too strong and peter out fast) and I am stoked with how I did. My pace was within 6 seconds for all 5 miles (9:21, 9:17, 9:21, 9:20, and 9:15). I gave it all I had the last .3 miles and ended with a 9:15 min/mi pace for the race and a total time of 48:36. Because of all my long runs lately I've been too scared to push my pace hard. I was fearful it'd hurt me sigificantly today. Thought of all you MGers while I was out there. Anyway, not sure when I'll get to my RR since we're having a birthday party for my son tomorrow but I hope I won't George it too bad. Good luck to everyone racing this weekend!
Christina, that is terrific! It is great when you face down that little fear in the back of your mind and conquer! Way to pace it and stay strong until the end! Happy for you. Have fun on your ride this weekend. |
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Champion ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() mighty mom - 2011-08-06 12:18 PM Back from my beer race. My goal was to focus on pacing (I usually start too strong and peter out fast) and I am stoked with how I did. My pace was within 6 seconds for all 5 miles (9:21, 9:17, 9:21, 9:20, and 9:15). I gave it all I had the last .3 miles and ended with a 9:15 min/mi pace for the race and a total time of 48:36. Because of all my long runs lately I've been too scared to push my pace hard. I was fearful it'd hurt me sigificantly today. Thought of all you MGers while I was out there. Anyway, not sure when I'll get to my RR since we're having a birthday party for my son tomorrow but I hope I won't George it too bad. Good luck to everyone racing this weekend! Very nice work. That has got to give you some confidence heading into your race!!! |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Way to go Christina! Give yourself a treat, you deserve it! |
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Elite ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() mighty mom - 2011-08-06 1:18 PM Back from my beer race. My goal was to focus on pacing (I usually start too strong and peter out fast) and I am stoked with how I did. My pace was within 6 seconds for all 5 miles (9:21, 9:17, 9:21, 9:20, and 9:15). I gave it all I had the last .3 miles and ended with a 9:15 min/mi pace for the race and a total time of 48:36. Because of all my long runs lately I've been too scared to push my pace hard. I was fearful it'd hurt me sigificantly today. Thought of all you MGers while I was out there. Anyway, not sure when I'll get to my RR since we're having a birthday party for my son tomorrow but I hope I won't George it too bad. Good luck to everyone racing this weekend!
Way to rock it! |
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Elite ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I ran my longest run since Augusta last year: 10.44 miles in 90 minutes. I am stoked. |
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![]() DougRob - 2011-08-06 6:52 PM I ran my longest run since Augusta last year: 10.44 miles in 90 minutes. I am stoked. Awesome! Putting speed to that distance too! Nice job. |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() velcromom - 2011-08-06 4:51 AM sign me up... peed in a lake, river, ocean & reservoir. Peed (well off to the side, and hidden!) near trails and roads. NEVER ON MY BIKE. And, as long as I can climb fences...I hit the portapotties for anything, um, darker.
Ok, back to the peeing and pooing conversation, has everyone seen this Paula Radcliffe marathon toilet stop: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6I2-YP42rs or this poor guy:?? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VArOPqllcQg&feature=related Edited by copa2251 2011-08-07 2:39 AM |
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Champion ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() copa2251 - 2011-08-07 2:39 AM velcromom - 2011-08-06 4:51 AM sign me up... peed in a lake, river, ocean & reservoir. Peed (well off to the side, and hidden!) near trails and roads. NEVER ON MY BIKE. And, as long as I can climb fences...I hit the portapotties for anything, um, darker.
Ok, back to the peeing and pooing conversation, has everyone seen this Paula Radcliffe marathon toilet stop: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6I2-YP42rs or this poor guy:?? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VArOPqllcQg&feature=related WHen we were at the Olympic trials in Boston, we saw the same thing with two women. I couldn't believe it, but they were determined to give it their best effort. Interesting that Paula stops, but Kim doesn't. Nice job Doug. Your achilles heal is vanishing! You might wonder why I am sitting on BT when I have a Century today. Well, it's about the biggest storm we've had all summer long. By the looks of the radar it'll be around for a few hours. Start isn't untl 7am and it's 10 minutes from my house so I'm hanging.....praying they don't cancel the 100 miler while I wait. Same thing happened last year and they did have to cancel it. Crap (appropriate given the above video). Edited by SSMinnow 2011-08-07 5:42 AM |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Bike question/s: I have now had five flats in my last four rides, all in my rear tire. (Silver lining: I am getting pretty damn good at changing flats). Three of the flats happened during rides, with the other two coming immediately after a ride. Three of them were from punctures on the wheel side and appear to be from spokes. Two of those look like the spoke somehow went beside the liner (no hole in liner). Today's first flat just poked a hole straight through the liner as well. Today's second is a slow leak (cause unknown because I was too frustrated to take the tire off yet again today) that took 4 co2 canisters to get back to the car (6.8m). I had the LBS check my bike earlier this week (after my second flat in two rides) and they said it was "road debris" and the hole was on the top side, but at this point I'm not sure I believe they really looked. Ok, now the questions ... 1) Does this sound like just a bad wheel or could my weight be causing the problem with the spokes? 2) If it's the latter, do they make wheels designed to support more weight? 3) Either way, any suggestions on new wheels that are fairly economical (i.e. cheap)? |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() tdl1972 - 2011-08-07 10:30 AM Ok, now the questions ... 1) Does this sound like just a bad wheel or could my weight be causing the problem with the spokes? Sounds to me like a wheel issue. I would try to replace the Rim Tape first before replacing the tube again and also really check out the inside of the tire to ensure that there is no debris left in there. If your weight was causing a problem I think you see that with some sort of permanent spoke issue. 2) If it's the latter, do they make wheels designed to support more weight? They do make wheels with different spoke counts for different reasons, training, weight limits, racing, etc. Generally speaking most of your lite "racing" wheels will have less spokes in the front wheel than in the rear for weight bearing reasons. 3) Either way, any suggestions on new wheels that are fairly economical (i.e. cheap)? Replacing the wheel would be the last thing I would do, but to answer your question I have heard wonderful things about the Forte Line from Performance bike. Inexpensive, bullet-proof, and very reasonable. I have a set of Vuelta training wheels on my Roadie and have had zero issues in lots of miles, so I need to give them some props also. Terp'ed on purpose!! |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() How about a Milwaukee Girl and fellow Badger going to REPRESENT:
So I'm in a race with Gwen about 2 (?) years ago when she was still racing with Team Geargrinder, and even though I had a 20+ minute start due to the wave starts, I still remember her passing me on the run like I was walking. OH, maybe I was walking! Edited by badgerintx 2011-08-07 11:08 AM |
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Elite ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Up at Lake Gaston, NC. Rode 54 miles in 3 hours today. Had no zip in my legs. Met up with a firend Mike who is training for Kona (did at 10+ IM at IMSG!) He took it easy on us, but is there such a thing as calf envy! I have two more 3 hour rides this week, and the highest total for the year to date. Wish me luck. It wont be that hard as my wife's family is coming here and it will get me some alone time. BTW; i drink diet Pepsi cherry. My wife could not find it before we left, so I went and bought some. I come back from my 3 hour ride and all the kids for the other families that visited us are drinking it. WTF!? There is a lot of other things to drink! I hate when people are incondierate like that. I mean they are paying $0.00 to stay here. Why can't you bring your own stuff or at least ask before helping yourself to anything you want? OK, rant off. (but I have had other similar issues already with these people the last few days.) |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() so BUUUUMMMED! I was supposed to do Red Rock Scenic Loop ride with a group yesterday, and a couple were doing it for the first time. However, I brought my bike to LBS to true my wheels (lesson learned...make sure your wheels are trued when you have it delivered to you...I had no idea for months I was riding on bad wheels). While there, they replaced my saddle (for the fourth time...which I think is a keeper!). That night, I saw the saddle was placed too far back, so I went to push it back. I noticed that one of the screws on the bracket is different than the original. Didn't think twice, and just went ahead to move the saddle. Put the screw back on....and it wouldn't tighten. The bracket's screws thingy has been stripped. I was so mad...and bummed. LBS just closed, so I was stuck. Missed out on 40+ miler ride and the RR Scenic Loop (1600' of climbing).
(Copied from my Blog entry...sorry to those who already saw it).
SUZY - I know you've been talking about your saddle issues, I don't remember what was your issues with the saddles, but I have Selle Italia Diva Gel Flow...and OMG, it's awesome. It will take a little bit to break it in, but it's loads better than Terry Butterfly, Felt, Bontrager Affinity. I'm not sure if it's because I'm on a road bike, so it fits better. Selle Italia do have narrower saddles, Lady Gel Flow (w/ cutouts) or Genuine Gel (without cutouts). Could/would you consider it? Unless if you finally found "the one". |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() tdl1972 - 2011-08-07 8:30 AM Bike question/s: I have now had five flats in my last four rides, all in my rear tire. (Silver lining: I am getting pretty damn good at changing flats). Three of the flats happened during rides, with the other two coming immediately after a ride. Three of them were from punctures on the wheel side and appear to be from spokes. Two of those look like the spoke somehow went beside the liner (no hole in liner). Today's first flat just poked a hole straight through the liner as well. Today's second is a slow leak (cause unknown because I was too frustrated to take the tire off yet again today) that took 4 co2 canisters to get back to the car (6.8m). I had the LBS check my bike earlier this week (after my second flat in two rides) and they said it was "road debris" and the hole was on the top side, but at this point I'm not sure I believe they really looked. Ok, now the questions ... 1) Does this sound like just a bad wheel or could my weight be causing the problem with the spokes? 2) If it's the latter, do they make wheels designed to support more weight? 3) Either way, any suggestions on new wheels that are fairly economical (i.e. cheap)?
Sounds like a bad wheel - spokes could be not trued. Or just a bad wheel. Yes, they do make wheels designed for heavier loads. I think if you go to Clydesdales section on BT, they'll give you some advice. Rim Tape - get Velox Rim tape. It's cotton, thicker and much better than those cheap plastic ones. I don't use it, but a lot of people on my club rides do. I haven't had a problem with mine, thus far. |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() swbkrun - 2011-08-03 9:26 PM SSMinnow - 2011-08-03 1:49 PM I have posted this about three times and it keeps bombing out. Interesting interview with Tim Noakes, Lore of Running regarding sodium supplementation. About last 20' of interview. It basically states that sodium supplementation for long distance athletes is not necessary and does not help dehyrdation one bit. Doesn't seem to address cramping. What do people think?
I am not sure what others say or what research says, but salt tablet's keep me from cramping so I am SOLD!!!!
Stupid question ahead:
What's the difference between CRAMPING up and SORENESS.
I have never needed sodium stuff. I did get calf pain/cramping(?), during my recent triathlon and last year, but I was told it was hydration issue. Drank some more electrolytes, and it was better/fine. I never experienced cramping up cycling, just sore/tight quads when I do hill climbing.
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Champion ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() DJ--I did find the perfect saddle for me AND the perfect bike shorts for long distance riding. SMP is my saddle brand and Castelli are my awesome bike shorts!! Re: Electrolyte/Sodium supplementation. It is used for more than just cramping. It is important to keep your sodium in some level of homeostatis. As I understand it, too little sodium is way worse than too much especially if you drink a lot in warm conditions. Check my blog if you want to understand it better--in short I ended up taking in nearly 50% during my mega weekend and it helped me to stay hydrated. The store was out of my salt stick on Friday so I resorted to Metasalts (Birdy's brand) and while I had to take more capsules because there is less sodium in them they sat very well on the gut.
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Champion ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() TrevorC - 2011-08-05 2:49 PM sdalessio - 2011-08-05 12:28 PM kt65 - 2011-08-05 12:55 PM gdale - 2011-08-05 10:50 AM TrevorC - 2011-08-05 1:29 PM I find it odd that almost every single girl in this MG is admitting to something like this. From what I can tell none of us gentlemen have ever done anything gross like you all are 'fessing up to. Yeah...have a little respect for the environment! ps - your training must below slowing down...your on fire today with the posts!
That'd be halfway funny if there were some gentlemen in the MG! Was it you or was it John that slammed the door on me when you we got out of the taxi in Vegas??? I love rest days. Amen sister!
Speaking of gentlemen, Where is Tony? How was the holiday? I'm still here. Vacation + super busy, then I stressed out my back a bit so i've been in a wonderful mood this week (Sam can attest, I don't do well when sick/hurt). Didn't start my race on Saturday, and started the crit on Sunday and got dropped within 5 laps and pulled out after 6 with bad legs due to not being able to ride because of my back, and sore back. Have an Oly this weekend and hopefully the Back doctor (I can't spell chiro....) can fix it before then. So haven't felt like I had anything overly cheery to add to the discussion. |
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Elite ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() dalessit - 2011-08-08 7:09 AM TrevorC - 2011-08-05 2:49 PM sdalessio - 2011-08-05 12:28 PM kt65 - 2011-08-05 12:55 PM gdale - 2011-08-05 10:50 AM TrevorC - 2011-08-05 1:29 PM I find it odd that almost every single girl in this MG is admitting to something like this. From what I can tell none of us gentlemen have ever done anything gross like you all are 'fessing up to. Yeah...have a little respect for the environment! ps - your training must below slowing down...your on fire today with the posts!
That'd be halfway funny if there were some gentlemen in the MG! Was it you or was it John that slammed the door on me when you we got out of the taxi in Vegas??? I love rest days. Amen sister!
Speaking of gentlemen, Where is Tony? How was the holiday? I'm still here. Vacation + super busy, then I stressed out my back a bit so i've been in a wonderful mood this week (Sam can attest, I don't do well when sick/hurt). Didn't start my race on Saturday, and started the crit on Sunday and got dropped within 5 laps and pulled out after 6 with bad legs due to not being able to ride because of my back, and sore back. Have an Oly this weekend and hopefully the Back doctor (I can't spell chiro....) can fix it before then. So haven't felt like I had anything overly cheery to add to the discussion. You sound like Macca in the ITU!
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Very sad news from the NYC tri yesterday... |
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Champion ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() TrevorC - 2011-08-08 9:25 AM dalessit - 2011-08-08 7:09 AM TrevorC - 2011-08-05 2:49 PM sdalessio - 2011-08-05 12:28 PM kt65 - 2011-08-05 12:55 PM gdale - 2011-08-05 10:50 AM TrevorC - 2011-08-05 1:29 PM I find it odd that almost every single girl in this MG is admitting to something like this. From what I can tell none of us gentlemen have ever done anything gross like you all are 'fessing up to. Yeah...have a little respect for the environment! ps - your training must below slowing down...your on fire today with the posts!
That'd be halfway funny if there were some gentlemen in the MG! Was it you or was it John that slammed the door on me when you we got out of the taxi in Vegas??? I love rest days. Amen sister!
Speaking of gentlemen, Where is Tony? How was the holiday? I'm still here. Vacation + super busy, then I stressed out my back a bit so i've been in a wonderful mood this week (Sam can attest, I don't do well when sick/hurt). Didn't start my race on Saturday, and started the crit on Sunday and got dropped within 5 laps and pulled out after 6 with bad legs due to not being able to ride because of my back, and sore back. Have an Oly this weekend and hopefully the Back doctor (I can't spell chiro....) can fix it before then. So haven't felt like I had anything overly cheery to add to the discussion. You sound like Macca in the ITU!
HAHA very true, he is whiney also. On the upside I was able to get an appointement tomorrow so hopefully they can just knock things back into alignment and I can go on with training. It'll pretty much suck to go to Luray 2 weeks in a row for races and watch on both occasions instead of race.
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() gdale - 2011-08-08 7:28 AM Very sad news from the NYC tri yesterday...
Leave it to Slowtwitch to stir the pot on this issue:
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() DougRob - 2011-08-07 11:00 AM Up at Lake Gaston, NC. Rode 54 miles in 3 hours today. Had no zip in my legs.
That is good... I don't know if I could bike 54 miles that fast with "zip" in my legs... You should be happy about this? NOo? |
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