Ford Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread (Page 35)

I'll bite on the socializing:

Last long run today.  GI issues and need to be home in time to take my oldest to the bus stop combined to turn my 15 miler into 13 miles, but it felt good.

DH just replaced my bike after discovering a giant crack in the frame on Tuesday.  I am lucky to have such a nice DH!  Ironman kits are nearly ready and the supporter shirts should be here anytime.  Whew! Can't wait to get to Madison (and Monroe) and see Doug's family!

Edited to add that my heart skipped a beat when I saw the truck photo.  Deep breaths!

hey guys, new to this forum (first post!) But I am competing in the MOWS this weekend just a bit curious about details on biking after.  This will be my first full 2.4 open swim, although I believe I'll be fine I'm not trying to kill myself out there.  Just wondering if people wait up and everyone starts together or?  I don't know my way around Madison so I just dont wanna be biking to nowhereville alone

Oh, waytogo, Suzi, getting Whizzzzzzzzzzzer all worked up.

Hi Mitch, I did the MOWS + bike course last year and it didn't seem like there was any sort of coordinated effort to start together, everyone just kind of went out on their own when they were ready.

Of course I forgot to bring my BIKE SHORTS (from Kansas!) so I had to stop at that shop right there to purchase some and it delayed my start time by quite a bit. 

But maybe you could ask around right after the swim if you could tag up with a group riding about your speed? Have fun - it's a great day!

Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhh man....That picture got me excited but also freaked me out a little.

Almost go time!

It seems a lot of people are planning on the swim + bike.  John Nolen Dr. is closed tomorrow until Monday morning, so getting to the terrace will be a little tricky.  They will have detour signs.  I am uncertain if the bike path is open.  I think so, but not positive. The road is closed from Olin Ave to North Shore Dr. 

I am planning on biking the full course - but I am not very fast.  Average around 15-16?  I am not sure where I will park - probably try to park at the Terrace.  If people wanted to ride together - or at least start together, we could meet at the bottom of the helix just off the bike path on the further side from the boat landing? My cell # is 438-3432 - probably will leave it in the car for the swim though.  I have a light blue trek road bike with blue taped aerobars and a blueish helmet. 

I am planning on dinner+meeting Friday night

I'll be at the swim on Sat and probably be back of the pac. I'll start the bike with you if you want and you can see if my pace works for you and then feel free to motor ahead if it's to slow.. I've  ridden the loop a couple of times but this will be my first time on the stick and doing the full course. 

Yes, same here.

Sending well wishes and positive vibes to her.

I would say park at Monona Terrace, as there should be Plenty of spots for parking. The "stick" is marked with double Green arrows, so you should not have problems finding your way, and the course is maked with arrows also.

As far as what the paper reported, the bike path should not be closed on John Nolen, however, that was not a guarantee.

Enjoy the swim and the course.

 There was only one road that was chip sealed last weekend County Route J, which you are on for a very short distance, other than that the roads were typical country roads.

Just a reminder if you need bike help on the course call UpHill Grind 1827 Bourbon Road
Cross Plains, WI 53528  (608) 413-0068, or stop in they are right on the course, bathroom, water, etc.

 I posted before, but they will come rescue you on the course if you need anything.

That's tough.  Best wishes for your family.

I am so sorry for your troubles.  Prayers are with you and your family.

This has probably been asked and answered.  I saw the posting about JN Drive closed tomorrow.  I'm coming in from Comfort Inn in Middeton.  Anyone have a good route to the Terrace for the swim?  I plan to leave the truck there, swim one loop, take the bike, ride the course with one loop and back in.  I've done the course 3 times now so this is just a last look. Run will depend on time.  But I think I will...  I have a long bike on Sunday then taper begins. How did it get here so fast.  It all seemed like a great idea when I signed up a year ago  

Thanks

Iceman.

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If you take the path to the wingra path - then go back towards Olin.  You CAN go through the Alliant Energy Center - the gates are closed but there is space alongside to get through - just go real slow.  So you turn right into that drive.  Robert works at the Dane County Public Works building and I ride from his office back there all of the time.  You go through the olin ave gate and turn right on the road - and follow along the backside of the parking lot to the rusk ave gates.  Turn left on Rusk to get to Rimrock.  This is the actual IM route.  OR just go back to JN/path to get to Rimrock -

See you all tomorrow in Madison for the swim! I'll be getting into town really late after work tonight and heading back home mid afternoon tomorrow for work again. I am doing the full 2.4 mile swim and I will do the stick and one loop before I need to head back. See you all out there!

Ill be in a black geargrinder bike jersey so give me a shout if you see me!