Ironman Coeur d'Alene : Official Thread (Page 17)

I am excited for the race this year. Not racing this year, hell I have struggled getting focused now for almost a year since IMCDA last year. I am volunteering this year (catching from 6 to 9) and will be snagging my spot for 2010.

See y'all race week!

Have a great taper!

I'll be volunteering at the Medical tent from 4-8pm.  Hope I don't see any of you there!  Otherwise I'll just be hanging out the rest of the day watching you all race.  Good luck to all of you and enjoy your taper!

I've done the training, now I need to score a little race day karma.  My wife and I are putting together a race-eve spaghetti dinner.  Anyone interested can find the details in my blog.

quick update on the contact list.  I've attached a sample that can be opened in Excel 97-2003.  I guess some people aren't using Office 2007 yet   Shoot me a PM if you want me to add your info.  See everybody 2 weeks from today.

Matt

Hey... Of my many duties at the airport I work at, I am also the Airport Security Coordinator... TSA doesn't have restrictions against bags of powder, but with that said, it could look like an illegal substance and they could question you about it, but they shouldn't prohibit it.  A list of prohibited items can be found at:

http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm#11

Keep in mind, I work for an airport, not TSA (a disclaimer! )

I would put the label from the container in the bag.  It might help allieviate questions.  There's a big chance they won't even question you.  Also, just let them know before you go through security that you have some powdered drink mix in a bag.  They like it when there are no surprises.  Fianlly, make sure you know that list on TSA's website and don't let them trample your rights...

Also, if you are going through a smaller airport, it tends to be easier than a large one.

If you are using Tri Bike Transport you can send up to one 25lb bag with them.  I usually send it with them to avoid the airport hassle.  I also send CO2 catridges with Tri Bike Transport as you can't bring those on the plane either. 

I'm using tribiketransport too and I think I remember reading something on their website that they recommend you do NOT put energy drink powders, food, etc. in the extra gear bag.   I'm putting pre-measured Infinit in individual ziploc sandwich bags (labeled as energy drink powder), then putting all of them in an empty whey protein plastic canister and putting it in my checked baggage. 

(edit, from website:  )  

Optional Gear Bag: For an additional $35.00 fee, we can also take a medium-sized gear bag for you. The gear bag is a great way to ship pedals, helmet, bike shoes, water bottles, wetsuit, CO2 cartridges (not permissible in airline baggage). Maxium allowable weight of gear bag is 25 lbs. We cannot take bags or back packs with wheels. We don't recommend including nutritional items such as energy bars, gels and powders. No liquids please. Note: Some event locations restrict us from taking gear bags. Please see specific event registrations for restrictions.

Whoops my bad, don't listen to me .  I'm going the checked baggage route and shipping, wetsuit, CO2, tubes, etc... with Tri Bike. 

I use Infinit and will just put it in the empty water bottles that I am bringing.

Even if there's not a Perpetuem booth at the expo, the LBS has it so you shouldn't have a problem. 

 If anyone has any questions about the city, i.e restaurants, other activities for families, etc, let me know.  Also, if anyone's in need of last minute lodging I can help with that as well.  I live less that 10 minutes from downtown CDA and hopefully can answer any questions for you.  Safe travels to everyone.  

If you'd like to get hold of me, you can PM me and I'll give you contact info.

Another thought I just had... You could Fed Ex it to yourself.  Just overnight it to where you will be staying.  Might be expensive, but you are sure to have no problems.

My 17 yo son and 15 yo daughter will be there.  My son will be riding his bike a lot, but also hanging out and having fun... Daughter will be laughing and my fat butt doing an  IM the whole time!