Ironman St. George : Official Thread (Page 23)
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Veteran![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Hope everyone has a good training weekend! Heading out for a long OWS today and short run... then the longest bike and longest run of training this weekend! Getting excited! Ryan |
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Regular ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() The Athlete Guide as well as bib numbers are posted. http://ironmanstgeorge.com/ Bib no. 1237 for me. Hope everyone's training is going well and is race ready. Tom |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() tallytom - 2012-04-13 8:33 AM The Athlete Guide as well as bib numbers are posted. http://ironmanstgeorge.com/Bib no. 1237 for me. Hope everyone's training is going well and is race ready. Tom 1332 for me. Brad |
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Member![]() | ![]() 230 for me.
I'm happy to see that registration is open until 5 pm Thursday this year. When are people planning on arriving? |
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Champion ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() We arrive Wed. around noon, driving up from Phoenix. Bib #1301. |
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Member ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() staying tue night in vegas, arriving in town wed morn. The wind and rain is in San Diego. Headed your way bryan. Just in time for some good weekend training |
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Champion ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() ridingsdc - 2012-04-13 12:11 PM staying tue night in vegas, arriving in town wed morn. The wind and rain is in San Diego. Headed your way bryan. Just in time for some good weekend training We actually have race here on Sunday, i am doing the olympic, and the swim in Tempe Town lake might be canceled if it rains more then .2" due to runoff. I feel bad for the RD's, if that happens it will be 2 years in a row they had to do a Du. |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Well we all may die! I don't see broth on the run aide station list. |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() #293. I get into SG on the 29th. I have severe asthma and my silly lungs take a good 4 days to fully acclimate then I'm good to go. Plus I simply enjoy hanging out in the red rocks. I'm traveling with my 15 y.o. 24 pound blind cat. |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Lilcat I'll be there late Wednesday afternoon if your old kitty needs any veterinary care! 1147 is me |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Rhenium - 2012-04-13 9:04 AM When are people planning on arriving? I'll roll into town sometime Wednesday afternoon or evening. It depends how far I get on the first day of my drive. Brad |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() - Bib 1097, rocking the 40-44 AG - Arriving on Thursday May 3rd - Anyone swimming on Thursday??????? - Last long ride done today. I'm tired of long rides. Last long run tomorrow morning. I'm tired of long runs. Did I say I was tired of long workouts? - Sporting a new 11-28 cassette (53/39). CAT guys at bike shop gave me a hard time...."it can't be that hilly you wuss, HTFU" - Latex tubes, Corsa Evos, and Hed Jet 6/9 combo ready for the hills and winds, although Mr. Disc is still yelling in the closet to take him too - Race weight hit this week - Couple of tweaks here and there that need to heal up in the next three weeks - Time prediction from an overconfident flatlander assuming decent weather: 11:29:59 or bust.
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() kstater39 - 2012-04-13 3:05 PM Lilcat I'll be there late Wednesday afternoon if your old kitty needs any veterinary care! 1147 is me Hey thanks! I'm in the 40-44 AG I'm at a race weight of 118, taking my road helmet over my aero, rockin my 2010 IMSG tri suit, Newton Gravities on the footies and lip balm rather than gum. |
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Member ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() kstater. 1147? cool That was my cda bib last summer. Its a great number and will bring you good fortune and speedy times ( not that i was fast or anything) Prepare for a du bryan. Its black, nasty windy rain and blowin hard east. maybe it'll clear by sun |
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Champion ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Myself, two other fast local guys,anyone of my ZOOT Ultra team mates are also rocking M40-44. Field is stacked. |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() bryancd - 2012-04-13 6:36 PM Myself, two other fast local guys,anyone of my ZOOT Ultra team mates are also rocking M40-44. Field is stacked. Crap. There's 3 spots already. |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() So the Boston Marathon is sending out messages to registrants (I'm registered but couldn't go, which is how I wound up with St. George) encouraging them not to run if they have potential issues with running in the heat or are not acclimated to it. They are also offering deferrals to next year's race for those who choose not to start. The expected high on race day is 87. From what I've read, the average high on May 5 in St. George is 86. Hmm. Anyway, I thought it was extraordinary to get the message from BAA (part of it is below) actually recommending that people don't run. Somehow, I don't think St. George will be sending us messages like this for temps of 87. Of course, Boston is supposed to have some decent humidity to go with the heat. I'm not saying the Boston folks are wimps or anything like that because it's good to take precautions. I just find the difference in the two events interesting. ----------------------- We are now making the recommendation that if you are not highly fit or if you have any underlying medical conditions (for example-cardiac disease, pulmonary disease or any of a number of medical problems), you should NOT run this race. Inexperienced marathoners should not run. Those who have only trained in a cooler climate and who may not be acclimated (for at least the last 10 days) to warm weather running conditions should also consider not running.
Edited by citaltfort 2012-04-14 10:29 PM |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() citaltfort - 2012-04-14 10:27 PM So the Boston Marathon is sending out messages to registrants (I'm registered but couldn't go, which is how I wound up with St. George) encouraging them not to run if they have potential issues with running in the heat or are not acclimated to it. They are also offering deferrals to next year's race for those who choose not to start. The expected high on race day is 87. From what I've read, the average high on May 5 in St. George is 86. Hmm. Anyway, I thought it was extraordinary to get the message from BAA (part of it is below) actually recommending that people don't run. Somehow, I don't think St. George will be sending us messages like this for temps of 87. Of course, Boston is supposed to have some decent humidity to go with the heat. I'm not saying the Boston folks are wimps or anything like that because it's good to take precautions. I just find the difference in the two events interesting. ----------------------- We are now making the recommendation that if you are not highly fit or if you have any underlying medical conditions (for example-cardiac disease, pulmonary disease or any of a number of medical problems), you should NOT run this race. Inexperienced marathoners should not run. Those who have only trained in a cooler climate and who may not be acclimated (for at least the last 10 days) to warm weather running conditions should also consider not running.
Interesting. Looks more like a major CYA. St George was in the mid 90's last year and those red rocks made it feel like a furnace. It will be interesting to see how many people defer till next year and how it impacts those trying to register after they qualify. |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() LittleCat - 2012-04-15 7:52 AM citaltfort - 2012-04-14 10:27 PM Interesting. Looks more like a major CYA. St George was in the mid 90's last year and those red rocks made it feel like a furnace. It will be interesting to see how many people defer till next year and how it impacts those trying to register after they qualify. So the Boston Marathon is sending out messages to registrants (I'm registered but couldn't go, which is how I wound up with St. George) encouraging them not to run if they have potential issues with running in the heat or are not acclimated to it. They are also offering deferrals to next year's race for those who choose not to start. The expected high on race day is 87. From what I've read, the average high on May 5 in St. George is 86. Hmm. Anyway, I thought it was extraordinary to get the message from BAA (part of it is below) actually recommending that people don't run. Somehow, I don't think St. George will be sending us messages like this for temps of 87. Of course, Boston is supposed to have some decent humidity to go with the heat. I'm not saying the Boston folks are wimps or anything like that because it's good to take precautions. I just find the difference in the two events interesting. ----------------------- We are now making the recommendation that if you are not highly fit or if you have any underlying medical conditions (for example-cardiac disease, pulmonary disease or any of a number of medical problems), you should NOT run this race. Inexperienced marathoners should not run. Those who have only trained in a cooler climate and who may not be acclimated (for at least the last 10 days) to warm weather running conditions should also consider not running.
I think you're right about the CYA, but I do appreciate that they are letting people know this could be a problem if they're not ready for it. Their letter also included some language basically saying this won't be a day when you will PR so don't be stupid and run yourself into the ground. I expect the number of deferments will be quite low. The reaction on various forums has been people are running no matter what because who knows what next year will bring. In addition, BAA says people can only defer if they pick up their race materials at registration, but don't start the race. That means the people will have already made the trip and all of the expenses that entails. Maybe not a big deal for people who live close, but for people like me who would have to fly across the country, there would be no way I'd just go home without running. There won't be any PRs set that day, but that's life when we do these outdoor sports that rely on the weather. Brad |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I'm in Boston. As you might expect, all of the talk around here is about the weather. Some of the local people without qualifiers for next year are deferring. No way I'm bailing. I've traveled a long way and it's my 4th in a row, so hopefully I'll make it through and keep my little streak alive. I figure it's the last long run before St. George - might as well throw in some heat training along with it. Will just run by feel, carry a bottle and try to take it easy and enjoy the ride. The temps don't sound any worse than what we've had at CDA, Honu and Louisville. At least it makes the morning gear decisions a little less challenging. Less clothes, more sunscreen. Can't wait! |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Who is wearing an aero helment? What temperature will you guys drop the aero helment for the standard road? |
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Regular ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Wearing the Rudy Wingspan, wore into the mid 90's last summer, no issues |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() kstater39 - 2012-04-15 6:43 PM Who is wearing an aero helment? What temperature will you guys drop the aero helment for the standard road? I have a Giro Advantage 2 that I've raced into the low 100's without an issue. Using my Giro Atmos road helmet for SG. No reason aside from I simply prefer it. Edited by LittleCat 2012-04-15 7:48 PM |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() kstater39 - 2012-04-15 4:43 PM Who is wearing an aero helment? What temperature will you guys drop the aero helment for the standard road? I'm wearing a Rudy Wingspan. It'll be my first race with it so we'll see how it goes. Brad |
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