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 2013-07-03 12:06 PM in reply to: TriGuyBri |
 Alpharetta, Georgia Bronze member |  Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official ThreadQuick poll: For those staying after the race for some vacation time, what do you have planned? Looking for a few ideas... I'm highly interested in wine tastings, which I think I'll have no problems locating and doing. But what else are you planning? Massage? Kayaking? Tours? Nothing? My family is going to do some San Fran stuff (Alcatraz tour and what not) but I've done a lot of stuff there before. Is there anything unique to Santa Rosa/Russian River Valley that I should look into? |
| 2013-07-03 1:27 PM in reply to: lisac957 |
| Alpharetta, Georgia Bronze member | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Replying to myself here, but in my research I found this gem which I am HIGHLY interested in! Pedal & Paddle Tour - $170 per person This tour is offered in northern Sonoma County in one of our favorite cycling areas - Alexander Valley. We will share with you one of our favorite routes as we spend the morning riding 7 miles and visiting two to three wineries. Our gourmet picnic lunch is served in the picnic area at De Lorimier Winery. After lunch, we go to a special launch spot where we float down the warm and gentle Russian River. We will have fun navigating among the Class 1 rapids while enjoying the warm sunshine. They also had just “pedal” and just “paddle” tours but I thought this would be fun – only 7 miles of biking, nice recovery ride. |
| 2013-07-03 6:13 PM in reply to: lisac957 |
Veteran  184  | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread 7 miles? Sounds like too much work ; ) Check out the hot springs at Calistoga... a nice soak and a massage seems like a plan to me! |
| 2013-07-03 11:19 PM in reply to: 0 |
643 | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread I'm staying "2" days afterwards. I have no idea what to expect the next day, so I have nothing what-so-ever planned. This is a first for me. My first HIM I felt like 100% after 5 hours sleep but I'm think this will be a whole new story. I'm heading out the 2nd day, so that day will be a complete wash of traveling and layovers. I'm interested in some vacation-ish things if I'm feeling well though. I don't know if I'll be up for biking though. I think my butt will be sore enough as-is O>  I'm all for going to a spa or massage place, lol. I've never been to one and I think being pampered for once after this would be nice. Hopefully everyone is keeping at it! I ALMOST skipped today but I got myself off the couch and did my workout!....minus ~15 minutes on bike. Just 4 more days of hell and then hell * .75 will finally start! Edited by Blastman 2013-07-03 11:23 PM |
| 2013-07-04 11:06 AM in reply to: Blastman |
Expert 1276 Salem | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread FYI - The Vineman Full Race Program is now available on Vineman Full Site. Happy 4th of July! |
| 2013-07-04 5:34 PM in reply to: TriGuyBri |
Expert 977 Huntington Beach | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Happy 4th everyone! No rest and relaxation after the race for me. We plan on waking up Sunday morning and heading home. I felt like you after my 1/2. 100% and ready to play. I'm not thinking that will be the case here. |
| 2013-07-04 8:07 PM in reply to: akrenik |
Expert 1276 Salem | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread I have to leave right after as well. No hurry we have two days to get back to Oregon. |
| 2013-07-05 11:52 AM in reply to: TriGuyBri |
| Alpharetta, Georgia Bronze member | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Does anyone know if there is a practice swim in the day(s) before the race? Didn't see anything in the athlete guide or online so probably not? |
| 2013-07-05 2:43 PM in reply to: lisac957 |
Veteran 184 | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread I think it's a do it yourself type of thing since the beach is open to the public. I don't remember there being an official practice swim like some of the IM events. Just go early or you'll be dodging people once the crowds show up... then again, that may be good practice! http://johnsonsbeach.com/ |
| 2013-07-05 3:45 PM in reply to: booth22 |
Expert 977 Huntington Beach | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Was it on this thread that someone posted a pic of their transition stuff in ziplock bags? I am trying to figure out my transition and special needs stuff |
| 2013-07-05 6:18 PM in reply to: akrenik |
Expert 1276 Salem | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread I received twenty Tattos from BT today to pass out. He said to take pictures of us wearing them. Not sure how that will work. I'll send a pic later. |
| 2013-07-05 6:23 PM in reply to: akrenik |
Expert 1276 Salem | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Originally posted by akrenik Was it on this thread that someone posted a pic of their transition stuff in ziplock bags? I am trying to figure out my transition and special needs stuff I don't recall reading anything here regarding transition and ziplock bags. I definitely could be mistaken. I just put together my whole trip itinerary including special needs items, T1 and T2 needs. It is about a 3.5 page document. Yes I am a planner. : ) |
| 2013-07-05 6:24 PM in reply to: akrenik |
Veteran 184 | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Special needs bags are provided, but I'd suggest bringing a large zip lock, or any plastic bag i guess, to put your T2 items in. Running shoes, etc. are put into T2 the day before and sit out on the grassy lawn between the school buildings. On the odd chance of rain overnight, you'll be glad you have them in plastic. |
| 2013-07-05 8:47 PM in reply to: 0 |
| 643 | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread What are you guys planning to put in your special needs? I thought about a spare tube and c02 for the bike and maybe some socks for the run but I really doubt I'll need them. I don't see the point in packing food, more so for the run, since the aid stations are all over. I trained with the really basic: gatoraid, water, and gu since I didn't want to get hooked onto something special. Edited by Blastman 2013-07-05 8:47 PM |
| 2013-07-05 9:27 PM in reply to: Blastman |
Veteran 184 | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread For me, special needs bike will have 1 tube, 1 co2, a bottle with a few scoops of perpetuem powder (in case I drop my main bottle) and thats about it. Maybe a candy bar- if things go to hell, at least I'll have a sweet treat. Run special needs- i think i've put a hat (don't usually wear one, but if it rains it'll keep the rain out of my eyes) and a few spare endurolytes just for kicks. Some people put a long sleeve shirt if they'll be on the course when it gets chilly. And again, maybe a candy bar. Otherwise, not much. I volunteered at IMAZ run special needs- it's amazing how much stuff gets put in those bags! |
| 2013-07-05 11:53 PM in reply to: Blastman |
Expert 1276 Salem | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Bike - Spare tube and CO2; 3 Tylenol just in case; Frozen Perp Bottle and Frozen Gel bottle; (like my Perp cold); Butt'R packet; Endurolytes and maybe some Peanut Butter Crackers or Honey Waffles. Run - Extra socks; light jacket; light; Blister covers- Just in case; Tylenol; Endurolytes; Gum (I always run with gum in my mouth); Butt'R packet; Tums - another Just in case. I'll wrap my Perp Bottle in a wet rag and then Freeze it. Wrap it in newspaper tight. My mom used to wrap my soda for lunch in a newspaper and it would keep it pretty cold. |
| 2013-07-06 12:51 PM in reply to: TriGuyBri |
Expert 977 Huntington Beach | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Good thought about the tums. Do you think tums or pepto bismo tabs would be better? THREE WEEKS FROM TODAY RIGHT NOW WE WILL BE RACING! |
| 2013-07-06 5:18 PM in reply to: akrenik |
| 643 | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread I may be interested a self-made blister kit in for the run. Good idea. I'm not to worried about that but who knows after being out there for endless hours. I ran more than a few times where I was making a squishy sound because of sweating so much in 90+ degree temps and high humidity on my long runs. That's just asking for blisters. Topic change: Well long bike is finally done! I cranked out 120 miles today! I went over my time by a little but I'm feeling better about the bike now. I FINALLY did my interval mid week bike workout. I think that's like #5 out of 27 I did properly...just too hard on trainer and with the 4th off, I was able to take the bike outside and get it done early morning. I think it helped on today's workout though. I made the stupid stupid mistake of downing a ton of liquids after my bike ride. I knew better. I even told myself I should stop but I was just too hot and a little dizzy from everything. I started my "hour run" and it was nothing but side cramps from drinking too much. 20 minutes into it, I called it a day. I could have walked it off and tried later but at that point, my legs would be rested and the transition workout would be pointless. Just a 3 hour run and a 1.5hr spin tomorrow and then the taper!
Hopefully everyone's workouts are going well! |
| 2013-07-06 5:28 PM in reply to: Blastman |
Expert 1276 Salem | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread I finally hit the century mark. 101 miles and average 16.5 which is what I was shooting for. Did about a 42 min. Run off the bike and actually felt great. Better than I have felt in a long time. Felt a lot better about the bike after today's ride. Now time for some PIE. Do you think they would mind if I stopped off at a McDonalds as we enter the halfway point. Today I stopped at McDonalds to get some water and use the bathroom. Felt bad that I was using and taking for free so I bought a cheese burger off the $1.00 items. Surprisingly it was good. I might have to pack one in my Special Needs Bike. |
| 2013-07-06 5:29 PM in reply to: akrenik |
Expert 1276 Salem | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Originally posted by akrenik Good thought about the tums. Do you think tums or pepto bismo tabs would be better? THREE WEEKS FROM TODAY RIGHT NOW WE WILL BE RACING! I am going with tums. |
| 2013-07-06 5:31 PM in reply to: akrenik |
Expert 1276 Salem | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Originally posted by akrenik Good thought about the tums. Do you think tums or pepto bismo tabs would be better? THREE WEEKS FROM TODAY RIGHT NOW WE WILL BE RACING! I am going with tums. |
| 2013-07-06 5:58 PM in reply to: TriGuyBri |
Veteran 395 Henderson,NV | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread As far as the special needs bags, I think I read in the program that there is no guarantee on getting the special needs bags back , so don't leave anything too nice in there. Speaking of which, is anyone going to use a headlamp for the run? I'm wondering how desolate and dark some parts will get. |
| 2013-07-06 6:02 PM in reply to: kenb |
Expert 1276 Salem | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread I am bringing a light but not sure if I'll take my head lamp or not. |
| 2013-07-06 10:14 PM in reply to: kenb |
Veteran 184 | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Not sure if things have changed, but in 2011 my wife said it was pitch black in some areas of the run course once the sun went down. She wasn't having the best day out there, and almost running into people in the darkness and dodging cracks in the road wasn't helping. Point being, bring a light if you'll be out there at night. Some courses, IMAZ for example are well lit and you can get buy with just a glow necklace. Again this was 2011, things may have changed. |
| 2013-07-07 9:25 AM in reply to: 0 |
| Alpharetta, Georgia Bronze member | Subject: RE: Full Vineman Triathlon : Official Thread Love all the updates this weekend! Me and Linda got in a 100-mile ride + 2-mile brick run yesterday. It rained on us for 8 miles, good practice I suppose. Lots of hills and lots of wind (no surprise there). I think we're ready for anything. In past races I've done this to organize/pack for my bags: Bike special needs I have a spare tube and c02, spare Infinite bottle in case I drop my 2nd one, and sunscreen. I am planning on putting a light of some sort in my run special needs. I will be out there after dark Edited by lisac957 2013-07-07 9:27 AM |
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