MAD MANATEE Mentor Group (TriAya & lmscozz)--CLOSED! (Page 32)

Plattyfoot--I agree with Lagnar, your rides will only go up from here (does that mean uphill? )

Lagnar--great to see you again, and super congrats on your Magic Mile! that sounds like a Galloway thing, is it?

Mike--yay for wetsuits! Also if it feels like there's resistance in the shoulders, make sure you're pulling it on up very tight in the crotch so there's plenty of room in the torso . You know this--just a reminder.

http://sharing.theflip.com/session/a510bbc232d49ba5b8b55a1becdf33ec/video/68934621

Video of a manatee swimming.  Slow and awkward, yet surprisingly fast.

Nice videos - I noticed that there was feedback from someone - what's happening there?  Are you uploading them to a coach?

Hiya Manatees!

As we move into racing season (for most of us), you'll no doubt be interested in discount gear having been a very poor triathlete for a long time, I am seriously into *cheap*. It wasn't until my HIM that I coughed up more than $20 for a pair of tri shorts, and I've never spent more than $30 on a tri suit (yes, a full SUIT).

If you watch closeouts/sales on these sites, you'll probably find great bargains if you're not too fussy about models/colors.

sportsbasement.com
trisports.com
all3sports.com
swimoutlet.com
sierratradingpost.com

That said, I did my first tri in running shorts that had a compression liner, and a (cotton!) sports bra. And I've seen all sorts of gear at triathlons, so really, whatever you have (if you can stand to cycle/run in it wet) will do.

And a huuuuuuge Manatee *HIGH FLIPPER* to Lynn for doing her first tri of the season!!!

Bike chain congrats ... 'cause you're a superstar.

lmscozz - 2011-03-08 2:19 AM

TriAya - 2011-03-07 9:45 AM

And a huuuuuuge Manatee *HIGH FLIPPER* to Lynn for doing her first tri of the season!!!

Bike chain congrats ... 'cause you're a superstar.

And, Yanti knows how to do stuff on a budget, yet with style and grace, right chickie? {{{Melon Press}}}

Also I deliberately replied to the message with quote so I could see the shimmering chain ring star some more!

and yet one more for the Gipper ... the Lynn-er? [Did I just seriously date myself?]

I'm not sure I'd call those orange-and-yellow camel-toe tri shorts "style and grace" but damn at $10 they were cheap and they lasted forever, lotta biking and running in those. Too bad none of my workout partners wanted to be seen with me.

aaaand ... here's the link to Lynn's race report. She is one SPEEDY lady!

http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=244065&posts=2&start=1

You'll be fine! Treat it as a sightseeing tour if you need to. FUN + FINISH = awesome.

soooo ... whatcha gonna wear?

My Zoot Swimsuit that I got on clearance at REI - and then when I get to T1 I'm going to throw some running shorts on.  That's about it.  Oh...and some running shoes.

lmscozz - 2011-03-07 12:19 PM

TriAya - 2011-03-07 9:45 AM

And a huuuuuuge Manatee *HIGH FLIPPER* to Lynn for doing her first tri of the season!!!

Bike chain congrats ... 'cause you're a superstar.

Yes, thanks! I did my first tri and we were out in force, triathletes, that is. I think there were 900 in this int'l distance.
I'll get a race report up and link it in case anyone is interested.

And, Yanti knows how to do stuff on a budget, yet with style and grace, right chickie? {{{Melon Press}}}

Also I deliberately replied to the message with quote so I could see the shimmering chain ring star some more!

Way to go Lynn!!  Loved the race report - you are an inspiration to me!  And yes I also what to see the shimmering star again too.

Ash Wednesday & first day of lent.  Gave up meat (not fish) and will try to improve myself by finally starting to make sure I get up EVERY day during lent before work to work out.  Even rest days can include some yoga or stretching.

So - 1st day today.  Got up at 4am, drove the ~45 minutes to the pool to get the workout I missed yesterday (another story) - all ready to be there at 5 so I can get a lane, get done, and still get to work a little early.  Note that the pool is ~2 minutes from work, so not really out of the way like it appears.

Pool does not open until 5:30 and unable to get full hour in water before going to work - uggg.

New activity for lent:  PLAN BETTER.

Oooh - good advice!  I hadn't heard about Yankz.  So, I have on my list to pick up:

-Body Glide

-Socks that are NOT cotton

-Yankz

-Bike Helmet (No I don't have one yet!  AAAH! - any bike riding has been done indoors to this point guess I better get outside!)

-Wicking sports bra

Took a trip to Target to pick a booster seat for my little one, but ended up with:

-Bike Helmet

-Non-Cotton socks

-Sports Bra

-Running Shorts

-Water bottle holder thingie for my bike  (anyone know how the heck I"m supposed to put it on?)

Awesome Crystal!!  I love buying tri gear.  It gets me so exited about the race season.  Now that you have your stuff, DON'T FORGET TO ACTUALLY BRING THEM TO THE RACE!  I had people tell me they drove to the race only to forget their helmet, or running shoes, ect.  Pack all your stuff the night before and have it by the front door.  And....don't forget to bring your bike. 

I remember my first triathlon.  It was a blast.  TriAya is right.  Don't stress over the race, just have fun and take it all in.  There will be plenty of first timers.  Can't wait to hear about it.

Crystal, about the water bottle thing.  Hmm, does it look like it needs to be screwed on?  Maybe you can take it to a local bike shop.  I'm sure they'll put it on for you.  Probably would only take them a minute.  Good luck. 

I'm exited!!!  I have my first triathlon swim clinic this Sunday.  I'm looking forward to getting some feedback on my swimming. 

Thanks Claire - I have to pick up my bike from the bike shop (I had them do a basic tune up) anyway, so maybe I'll ask them if they can throw it on while I'm there. 

And thanks for the advice in your other post - about not forgetting things!  I'm a total checklist person, so I will have a checklist printed and ready to go so that I don't forget anything (hopefully).  I don't have a cool triathlon specific bag - just a regular old gym bag.  Will that be OK?

And good luck on your first swim clinic coming up - let me know how it goes!

A regular gym bag is great to use.  I use an old duffle bag that I've had for 20 years.  It's functional and if it gets wet or dirty...who cares.