Ironman Florida : Official Thread (Page 2)

I was a finisher in 2009 and am in this year. So excited to get going.

I'm in for my 1st IM after 3 HIM's over the last year. Looking forward to a year of road races and tri's in preparation for this beast. Let's all suffer together!

Daniel I fly G450/550. I guess Tri is kind of our nature. Pushing limits and always having a challenge. What better challenge than a full IM? This will be my first and I am pretty exited and after finishing a full mary yesterday, I have to admit I am also a bit intimidated...... 

Glad to see BTers checking in. Congrats to everybody registered. This blog is an AMAZING tool!!! I did my first HIM, Augusta last September, and I can't count how many things I learned and how many cool people I met. This years IMFL blog went to 125 pages before the race. I followed it and it was great!! Really important information is posted here and I encourage everyone of you to share anything concerned with the different aspects for getting ready for this race.
This year I realized how ignorant I was about sports nutrition. Learning how to do things right has made a HUGE difference and I hope to improve in that department. For a reason is called the "fourth event" in triathlon.
Checking out for now, got a plane to catch, looking forward to great year of training and sharing experiences with you all.

As far as the weather this year in PCB, I think it was unseasonably cold due to a big cold front that was moving through. Lets hope for a few degrees warmer. There's not much we can do about it, except to be ready and adapt.

I'm in!  This is my first also.  And like a few others, was totally anxious for the registration procss. 

In my haste to register, I inadvertently chose U.S. Coast Guard as my occupation... LOL!  While that sounds very interesting and noble, I'm actually a Human Resources Analyst at a college.  I have served in the Air Force, but U.S. Coast guard?  Not!

I've only been into this lifestyle just over a year, but have several races under my belt and about to do my second Half Iron.  Will be running my first full mary in March.  I plan to keep next year very light on races so that I can totally focus on training and injury prevention. 

Currently dealing with ITB syndrome and it has really affected my run training.  Soon as B2B is over, I'll be working on full recovery.

I'm in for IM #5, figured out I'm doing 3 Ironman races in 365 day...IMFL 11/6/2010, IMLP 7/24/11, and IMFL again 11/5/11. Fl will be my fifth IM and I turn 50 the day before the race.....wanted to celebrate turning 50 in a amazing race. Planning a big party next day.

Don't worry about housing now unless you want host hotel/condo. You can book 3 weeks before the race as this is huge spring break/summer destination spot and it is very much off season. I have stayed at Shores of Panama 3 of 4 years I stayed here which is about 8 minute walk to transition/athlete expo.

Weather is pretty consistent over all IM years here (high in 70s and low maybe upper 40s-low 60s) but this was the one year it was not normal. Today/tomorrow it will finally get back to the normal highs in the 70s ironically after most all of us leave. We have a flight out at 4 today but plan some beach time first.

I have made a list of things I would do differently that I'll share when I get back home and get settled in as well as write my race report that tend to be pretty long.

It will be great journey..enjoy it and you will be often fitter than you ever have been and learn a lot about yourself if you allow the experience to teach you.

It's going to be awesome!

IN IN IN!!  Had a friend sign me up from the West Coast as had my son's 5th B-day party during the registration opening,  and of course I was told by my wife not even to think about signup during his party (held at a local playground - was gonna have a friend bring a laptop).  So Im waiting and waiting for the text that finally said "Dude....you're in..." Ahhhhhhh.....  All went smooth.  Recovering from ironman miami 70.3.  hmmmmmm....which 1/2 iron to race for free this year?  probably end up at orlando.  FIRST IM....VERY EXCITED (not sure if that's good or bad, but ill go with it!).

I'm in for 2011.  This is my first IM, after two HIMs this year (Florida 70.3 and Augusta 70.3), so I'm psyched to have this on the calendar. 

I traveled to the race to register in person.  I was surprised slots were available online so long, which makes me second-guess the investment of time and money over the weekend...but not too much.  I'm just excited I'm in and it was definitely mentally helpful to be there to see the race.

My birthday is 11/4, so I rationalized the trip this year as a gift to myself for turning 42.  The gift next year will be competing in the race on my first day being 43.

  

Kathy G...I'm sure this will be helpful to a number of us, new and experienced both.  I'll be keeping my eye out for it. 

Like many others, this will be my first iron distance race.  Want to thank you guys in advance for all the help some of you will be providing over the next year while we prep for IM Florida.  Standby for my future stupid questions!!  

Here is poop-man!

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I am in, too. I volunteered this year as a finish line catcher, and was fortunate to see a number of the BTers cross that last timing mat. This will be my first full-distance. 2 HIM in 2010, Lone Star in Galveston, and Redman in OKC. Will do 2-3 more in the next 360 days prior to OUR IMFL.
I followed the 2010 thread since I had a number of friends in this year's event, and to those newbie BT folks, know that you will get a wealth of information from these folks.
Looking forward to celebrating a couple November 2011 birthdays (KathyG)

Hello Everyone.  Let the suffering begin!!!
-Tee

Sunbird Condominiums.  Located between Pineapple Willy's and the boardwalk.  Sunbird is gated, so one of the great things is the ability to park.  As irondg stated, it is pretty convenient as it is about 300 yds from the swim start.

IMFL 2011 ... IN!

I had a great time volunteering this year and can't wait for next year. (ok, maybe I can)

In.  Was sked for 2010 (congrats to those who ran), but military orders took me out of the country, so I got bumped to 2011.  Time to start training again!

did my first run since Saturday & my first training run for IMFL 11 )body felt good, was a little out of breath as i was outlining my experience to my running buddy.worked on my race report on my flights home yesterday, will flesh it out in the next few days and get posted.

Glen..nice job!

I haven't swam, biked or run since Saturday. I hope to take my cross bike out tomorrow. Thought about swimming but thought better of it.

How are you legs feeling? My quads and hamstrings are so much better last two days.

This seems to me to be a good time to thank all of you BTers who are current or previous members of the Armed Forces, for the service you provide and the sacrifices you make. You honor us and our country with your willingness to step up.
Just know that it it does NOT go unnoticed.
I look forward to watching most of you pass me on the run on November 5, 2011.

Thanks Patrick!  I served in the Air Force and miss the ole military days.  I didn't even get today off!  But we did have a nice Veteran's Day ceremony here.

Your avatar would make a good M dot Tat!

I'm in. It will be my first. I volunteered to ensure a spot. What a great race. I just hope it is warmer than this year.

I'm in for IMFL #2 and IM #3.  Can't wait to get back on that course.  I'd even take the cold weather with a little less wind.

First good luck to all competitors.

We stayed about 4 miles from transition at the Sunrise Beach Resort (14825 Beach Front Road-on the bike route) and let me tell you, it was nice.  We really enjoyed being away from the "action"  It was a short drive or ride in when we had to go there, but it was nice to escape.  Heated swimming pool (all to ourselves),  2 hot tubs, empty fitness center and a way to escape the pre race drama.  3 bedroom condos with granite counter tops, jacuzzi tubs, washer and dryer and on the real cheap.

Staying away from transition isn't for everyone, but we traveled with a large group and nobody found it hard to travel back and forth on race day.  Staying on S. Thomas has its advantages, but there are also some advantages to staying a few miles away.

When deciding where you are going to stay, consider those coming with you to support you how much walking they want to do, and how convenient it will be for them to get around,. Parking can be challenging near race site especially on race day. They have a shuttle from Walmart to Alvin's Island that goes frequently early in the morning but after race start only every 30 minutes.

My husband and 4 kids went back and forth from condo to race site number of times during the day so having a condo that was 8 minute walk to race site.

Has anyone stayed at the Boardwalk hotel or condos? I have three kids under 8 years old. So the walk time is a big concern for me. Just trying to get all the kids to the race and having a place for them to hang out during the race is a big concern. Any thoughts?

Sue 'socks' stayed there at a condo this year and found it very easy for her and her parents. I'm sure she will chime in.

There are other condos that are 2-8 minutes away that may be less expensive.