Smithfield Sprint Triathlon : Official Thread (Page 4)

epcopres - 2010-03-22 2:39 PM

For the swim, do you wear a swim cap? or is that just for open water swims?  is there a benefit to wearing one?

sdalessio - 2010-03-23 8:26 AM Woo Hoo - Event details posted.  Although not a lot of new info.  But still race day is just 4 days away!  Can't wait to get the season started.

Polliwog - 2010-03-23 7:28 AM Weather is looking better....

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Day	Night
Partly Cloudy High 58°F Precip 20% Wind: From ENE at 11 mph Max. Humidity: 49% UV Index: 7 High Sunrise: 7:00 AM ET Avg. High: 64°F Record High: 85°F (2007)	Mostly Clear Overnight Low 40°F Precip 10% Wind: From E at 1 mph Max. Humidity: 61%       Sunset: 7:25 PM ET Avg. Low: 42°F Record Low: 21°F (1955)

I know how to dress for a run in those conditions, but what is the wind chill on a bike, wet, at that temp?

meherczeg - 2010-03-23 7:33 AM

i am SOOOOOO READY to do this!!!

sdanaher - 2010-03-23 11:39 AM

Word.  With the current forecast I'll probably wear a one-piece tri suit and put on arm warmers for the bike and remove in t2 or during the run.  

it is a short enough race that coldness won't be too bad.   

dalessit - 2010-03-23 11:47 AM I'll just sport a mankini and HTFU...

epcopres - 2010-03-24 9:48 PM

Well, i tried to drive the bike course tonight and i got so effn lost out in the sticks it was crazy. i realized this when i hit 13 miles and i was not back at the ymca LOL needless to say i drove miles out of the way to get home. So anyway from what i did see, it seems like a tough little ride with a decent amout of hills and a few tricky turns. I dont see a fast time coming out of me

epcopres - 2010-03-24 8:48 PM Well, i tried to drive the bike course tonight and i got so effn lost out in the sticks it was crazy. i realized this when i hit 13 miles and i was not back at the ymca LOL needless to say i drove miles out of the way to get home. So anyway from what i did see, it seems like a tough little ride with a decent amout of hills and a few tricky turns. I dont see a fast time coming out of me

dalessit - 2010-03-25 8:01 AM

So if you see me with a blue Planet-x with Tri-spoke and wheel cover, say hi.

Sounds like it should be fun, looking forward to the BBQ.

dalessit - 2010-03-25 7:01 AM

So if you see me with a blue Planet-x with Tri-spoke and wheel cover, say hi.

Sounds like it should be fun, looking forward to the BBQ.

sdanaher - 2010-03-25 1:31 PM



White P2 with reynolds - when you pass me on the bike, remind me to run fast.

momo - 2010-03-25 4:29 PM black felt s22... as im putting along.. dont laugh as you pass by..

sdanaher - 2010-03-26 6:24 AM



What are you people planning on wearing for the bike?  I was originally thinking just some arm warmers in T1 - but not sure based on the latest, seemingly accurate, forecast of upper 40s when I'll be on the bike. 

momo - 2010-03-26 8:45 AM im thinking a jacket.. i have to find toe warmers.. but we will see.. when the time comes.

dalessit - 2010-03-26 7:49 AM

Bringing cycling jacket and arm warmers, will decide when I get there.

Toe covers would be nice too, though I all I have is full neoprene boots, a bit too much for 10 miles.  Might have to swing by the shop, I hate cold toes while riding.

sdanaher - 2010-03-26 9:06 AM



At least with toe covers you don't lose anything in T1.  I'm now thinking cycling jacket, a fairly significant one, and maybe skip the arm warmers.  I mean, it is only 10 miles, how long will you REALLY be out there?  I think I can handle 30 minutes of coldness.

 

dalessit - 2010-03-26 10:23 AM Just looked again, high of 55 and sunny, so maybe it won't be so bad.  Either way it will be fun.