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 2009-09-06 3:44 AM in reply to: #1833357 |
Master  2621    Almaden Valley, San Jose, California |  Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official ThreadSo how close is this to our blue-green thing of beauty?? Mazo Beach, Mazomanie, WisconsinTHE NAKED TRUTH: It may not be the mighty Mississippi, but you can almost picture Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer splashing about in the Wisconsin River by this surprisingly broad willow- and bluff-lined sandbank between Sauk City and Mazomanie. Despite several attempts, no measures banning nudity have passed the legislature, and hundreds of naturists of all ages cheerfully ignore the occasional peaceful protesters (the eastern half of the river, in Dane County, is legally designated clothing-optional). The lively locals organize fun events aplenty like Nude Olympics and "Christmas in July," and you'll find the expected beach-y amenities like volleyball pits and campfires (yep, cheese dogs and brewskis are popular) replete with acoustic guitar serenades.TIP: Don't be deceived by the shallow water and surrounding sandbars. Though regulars joke that the only surf is caused by ripples of passing canoes, beware the occasionally strong swift currents. |
| 2009-09-06 7:54 AM in reply to: #1833357 |
Extreme Veteran 456 Dana Point, California | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread I don't see my "hero" birky's bib number in the line up? Whats up with that? My bike is enroute to Madison from California, so I am back on my road bike for the first time in 4 months... |
| 2009-09-06 8:15 AM in reply to: #2391915 |
Regular 70 Romeoville , Illinois | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread Let's say the weather forecast stays what it says right now...68 and showers. What do you wear? I have been planning to wear my tri shorts and top. Would you just add arm warmers for the bike and possibly a jacket for the run...maybe a jacket for both? What about a long sleeved Under Armour under the tri top...would that be okay under the wetsuit? 68 really isn't that cool...but with rain...it is such a long time to be wet and cool. I know the forecast can/will change but it is at least a possibility I need to prepare for. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I would bring all your cold and warm weather gear with you. I for one got caught in 06 with only warm weather clothes and by the time I went to buy cold and wet weather gear everyone was sold out. I used a garbage bag to stay dry. Did not help. But yes arm warmers are good and I like my foot warmers(shoe covers) and depending on how heavy the rain a rain coat that you can afford to throw away or tuck in your jersey. If it does stop raining. But now we are thinking positive and when race day arrives it will be 70 and Partly cloudy.  Edited by triguy22 2009-09-06 8:21 AM |
| 2009-09-06 9:26 AM in reply to: #2392082 |
Iron Donkey 38643  , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread Lar Dog - 2009-09-06 7:54 AM I don't see my "hero" birky's bib number in the line up? Whats up with that? My bike is enroute to Madison from California, so I am back on my road bike for the first time in 4 months... Birkie says "bad juju" to post his bib #. Back up a couple of pages to read. |
| 2009-09-06 9:29 AM in reply to: #2392002 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread About 20 miles or so. I wouldn't venture near those hippies. velcromom - 2009-09-06 3:44 AM So how close is this to our blue-green thing of beauty?? Mazo Beach, Mazomanie, WisconsinTHE NAKED TRUTH: It may not be the mighty Mississippi, but you can almost picture Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer splashing about in the Wisconsin River by this surprisingly broad willow- and bluff-lined sandbank between Sauk City and Mazomanie. Despite several attempts, no measures banning nudity have passed the legislature, and hundreds of naturists of all ages cheerfully ignore the occasional peaceful protesters (the eastern half of the river, in Dane County, is legally designated clothing-optional). The lively locals organize fun events aplenty like Nude Olympics and "Christmas in July," and you'll find the expected beach-y amenities like volleyball pits and campfires (yep, cheese dogs and brewskis are popular) replete with acoustic guitar serenades. |
| 2009-09-06 9:41 AM in reply to: #2392096 |
Pro 4608 Brooklyn, NY | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread triguy22 - 2009-09-06 9:15 AM Let's say the weather forecast stays what it says right now...68 and showers. What do you wear? I have been planning to wear my tri shorts and top. Would you just add arm warmers for the bike and possibly a jacket for the run...maybe a jacket for both? What about a long sleeved Under Armour under the tri top...would that be okay under the wetsuit? 68 really isn't that cool...but with rain...it is such a long time to be wet and cool. I know the forecast can/will change but it is at least a possibility I need to prepare for. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I would bring all your cold and warm weather gear with you. I for one got caught in 06 with only warm weather clothes and by the time I went to buy cold and wet weather gear everyone was sold out. I used a garbage bag to stay dry. Did not help. But yes arm warmers are good and I like my foot warmers(shoe covers) and depending on how heavy the rain a rain coat that you can afford to throw away or tuck in your jersey. If it does stop raining. But now we are thinking positive and when race day arrives it will be 70 and Partly cloudy. At least I have my boot to keep me warm  |
| 2009-09-06 9:42 AM in reply to: #2392096 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread triguy22 - 2009-09-06 8:15 AM Let's say the weather forecast stays what it says right now...68 and showers. What do you wear? I have been planning to wear my tri shorts and top. Would you just add arm warmers for the bike and possibly a jacket for the run...maybe a jacket for both? What about a long sleeved Under Armour under the tri top...would that be okay under the wetsuit? 68 really isn't that cool...but with rain...it is such a long time to be wet and cool. I know the forecast can/will change but it is at least a possibility I need to prepare for. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I would bring all your cold and warm weather gear with you. I for one got caught in 06 with only warm weather clothes and by the time I went to buy cold and wet weather gear everyone was sold out. I used a garbage bag to stay dry. Did not help. But yes arm warmers are good and I like my foot warmers(shoe covers) and depending on how heavy the rain a rain coat that you can afford to throw away or tuck in your jersey. If it does stop raining. But now we are thinking positive and when race day arrives it will be 70 and Partly cloudy. triguy22 - 2009-09-06 8:15 AM Let's say the weather forecast stays what it says right now...68 and showers. What do you wear? I have been planning to wear my tri shorts and top. Would you just add arm warmers for the bike and possibly a jacket for the run...maybe a jacket for both? What about a long sleeved Under Armour under the tri top...would that be okay under the wetsuit? 68 really isn't that cool...but with rain...it is such a long time to be wet and cool. I know the forecast can/will change but it is at least a possibility I need to prepare for. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I would bring all your cold and warm weather gear with you. I for one got caught in 06 with only warm weather clothes and by the time I went to buy cold and wet weather gear everyone was sold out. I used a garbage bag to stay dry. Did not help. But yes arm warmers are good and I like my foot warmers(shoe covers) and depending on how heavy the rain a rain coat that you can afford to throw away or tuck in your jersey. If it does stop raining. But now we are thinking positive and when race day arrives it will be 70 and Partly cloudy. I would not consider wearing a long-sleeve Under Armour under a wetsuit. Water still gets in and will soak the long-sleeve, and then when you get the wetsuit stripped, you'll have a wet long-sleeve, which won't keep you warm, and will be a challenge trying to take off in T1 if you were planning on switching out to a second, dry one. Arm warmers put on in T1 would be good (that's what I'll be doing for sure). I have a light windbreaker/rain jacket that I'll have in my T1 bag or T2 bag - haven't decided. Wisconsin weather is so unpredictable. I've rode on a Sat. one time where Verona had scary-looking clouds and threatening skies, but only when I got 5 miles outside of Mount Horeb was when the nasty rain started coming down (and lightening was all around). The weather could be isolated, too, in certain areas. Just an F.Y.I. |
| 2009-09-06 9:43 AM in reply to: #1833357 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread As of this time - approx. 9:43 a.m. CST - one week from today, we shall all be on our bikes. EXCITING, ISN'T IT!!! |
| 2009-09-06 10:42 AM in reply to: #2392082 |
Master 2621 Almaden Valley, San Jose, California | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread Lar Dog - 2009-09-06 5:54 AM I don't see my "hero" birky's bib number in the line up? Whats up with that? My bike is enroute to Madison from California, so I am back on my road bike for the first time in 4 months... I feel your pain - except that I'm riding my 13 year old's road bike, in my tennies!!  |
| 2009-09-06 11:06 AM in reply to: #1833357 |
Pro 4608 Brooklyn, NY | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread I'm packing and feel like I'm taking everything but the kitchen sink. I am tempted to pare it down but figure in this case more might be more so I may need to hire a sherpa to carry everything around for me! |
| 2009-09-06 12:29 PM in reply to: #2391915 |
Elite 3687 | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread tritank - 2009-09-05 10:43 PM Let's say the weather forecast stays what it says right now...68 and showers. What do you wear? I have been planning to wear my tri shorts and top. Would you just add arm warmers for the bike and possibly a jacket for the run...maybe a jacket for both? What about a long sleeved Under Armour under the tri top...would that be okay under the wetsuit? 68 really isn't that cool...but with rain...it is such a long time to be wet and cool. I know the forecast can/will change but it is at least a possibility I need to prepare for. Keep in mind if it says 68 degrees for a high it will be a lot colder at the start of the ride. I have rode the last two morning when the high was predicted to be 78 and 80. Needed gloves and arm warmers both mornings to get through the 54 degree temps. Pack everything you own. Doesn't take up much space and you can always leave it at the hotel. |
| 2009-09-06 1:51 PM in reply to: #2392265 |
Champion 5495 Whizzzzzlandia Silver member | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread mndiver - 2009-09-06 12:29 PM Pack everything you own. Well that really narrows it down. He's right, though. The weather varies A LOT in the Midwest this time of year. It can change drastically from day to day and from hour to hour. Hot/cold. Rain/clear. Whatever. You name it. I don't think I've ever seen snow in the first part of September... but I wouldn't rule it out completely. Just like I wouldn't rule out a 95* humid heatwave. Anything goes! And welcome to Wisconsin! Don't like the weather? Wait an hour. Edited to try to fix my HTML insanity. Edited by Whizzzzz 2009-09-06 1:52 PM |
| 2009-09-06 2:52 PM in reply to: #2392265 |
Extreme Veteran 388 Overland Park, Kansas | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread mndiver - 2009-09-06 12:29 PM Pack everything you own. Don't foget small trash bags and rubber bands to keep your brake levers, shifters, and seat dry after bike cheakin if its raining! Maybe I will pack my Cross Country Ski's just in case! |
| 2009-09-06 3:19 PM in reply to: #2392370 |
Master 1303 Mishicot, Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread montyzooma - 2009-09-06 2:52 PM mndiver - 2009-09-06 12:29 PM Pack everything you own. Don't foget small trash bags and rubber bands to keep your brake levers, shifters, and seat dry after bike cheakin if its raining! Maybe I will pack my Cross Country Ski's just in case!
How dare you even bring up the S word!!!! That is a bad word this time of year, even in WI!!! My packing is getting nuts! This is just adding to my anxiety! |
| 2009-09-06 3:41 PM in reply to: #1833357 |
Extreme Veteran 451 Stoughton, WI | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread Hi all, I'm a volunteer for the sag wagon. I'm wondering though, if anyone will be doing the bike loop this week. I'm a night shift worker, and am thinking about driving my truck around the loop once or twice a day, see if anyone needs help. I'd pack some water, a few tools, maybe even give transport to someplace within reason and time limits. I could even do it the saturday after the volunteer briefing if anyone is going to be riding. Thoughts? |
| 2009-09-06 6:31 PM in reply to: #1833357 |
Extreme Veteran 510 Louisville KY | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread I have a big favor to ask, one of my friends is racing this week. Her name is Debi Hatton her bib is 2520. She just raced Louisville and will need all the support she can get to complete her double. So if you see her give her a big shoutout Thanks! |
| 2009-09-06 7:47 PM in reply to: #2391727 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread IM Moo Participants' BIB Number list Staci was the last to be updated. Good luck, Debi, on completing an IM double! WOW! 52 - tritank (Mark) Edited by 1stTimeTri 2009-09-06 8:17 PM |
| 2009-09-06 8:20 PM in reply to: #2392322 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread Whizzzzz - 2009-09-06 1:51 PM mndiver - 2009-09-06 12:29 PM Pack everything you own. Well that really narrows it down. He's right, though. The weather varies A LOT in the Midwest this time of year. It can change drastically from day to day and from hour to hour. Hot/cold. Rain/clear. Whatever. You name it. I don't think I've ever seen snow in the first part of September... but I wouldn't rule it out completely. Just like I wouldn't rule out a 95* humid heatwave. Anything goes! And welcome to Wisconsin! Don't like the weather? Wait an hour. .... A welcome to Wisconsin from a FIB. (kidding, Whizzzzzzzer) |
| 2009-09-06 11:41 PM in reply to: #1833357 |
Member 11 Indiana University | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread Add me to the list...#110! (I'm Eric, by the way....5th youngest in the race!) Edited by dodachacha 2009-09-06 11:44 PM |
| 2009-09-07 6:20 AM in reply to: #1833357 |
Extreme Veteran 425 | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread Good luck to everyone!!! I hope to join you next year!!! |
| 2009-09-07 7:47 AM in reply to: #1833357 |
Extreme Veteran 388 Overland Park, Kansas | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread My IMOO dream last night: couldn't find my bike in transition, found it and it was a 40 lb Huffy mountain bike, kept getting flats, handlebars kept coming lose, then it started snowing during the run and I kept slipping on the slush! LOL |
| 2009-09-07 9:05 AM in reply to: #2392675 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread IM Moo Participants' BIB Number list Eric was the last to be updated, and with that note,
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| 2009-09-07 9:07 AM in reply to: #2392998 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread montyzooma - 2009-09-07 7:47 AM My IMOO dream last night: couldn't find my bike in transition, found it and it was a 40 lb Huffy mountain bike, kept getting flats, handlebars kept coming lose, then it started snowing during the run and I kept slipping on the slush! LOL Well, at least you didn't mention that you had problems with the seat and it being too high. |
| 2009-09-07 12:58 PM in reply to: #1833357 |
Expert 663 A little slice of paradise | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread 52 - tritank (Mark) 61 - TriDDS (Chris) 62 - tri-N-spin (Jeanne, TriDDS' wife) 63 - Rosshole 75 - BigBry (Bryan B) 80 - travisvb24 81 - sandivb76 85 - PeterAK 110 - dodachacha (Eric) 313 - thndrMATT 348 - sgoehner 471 - Suffer78 520 - steven_lohmann 557 - stainofmind (Jason) 642 - newyorkfan21 673 - coredump 675 - running2far 687- triguy22 (Bob) 723 - jhouse4 749 - dgillen (David Gillen) 843 - esmies 880 - jszat 935 - saci (Saci) 938 - bertgwen 944 - TriMac (Andy McIntyre) 948 - mndiver (Bryan) 954 - bossfan (Pat) 955 - edwards 959 - sfed (Steve) 1029 - ball6135 (Robb) 1042 - Trihusker (Tim) Good luck everyone! 1049 - Jtopin (Jeremy) 1053 - schmize 1129 - pjdgreen (Pat) 1130- mlnelson (Matt) 1139 - mr. DJDavey!! 1206 - mike_martz 1213 - scoobysdad 1280 - newt (Tom) 1292 - daviddclough (entered in as daviddcow) 1300 - steve1128 1336 - rstock3 (Bob) 1359- trizimmermann 1368 - gcolv93 (Greg) 1388 - enFORCEr  1453 - 1stTimeTri 1585 - Velcromom's hubby (Jeff) 1713 - aluminum1 (Tony) 1812 - IronGuinness (Mike) 1854 - montyzooma 1896 - Lar Dog (Larry Davidson) 2102 - crea0029 (Pam) 2124 - GJ50 (gretchen) 2170 - Minkota 2298 - superk75 (Kelly) Yay! 2306 - Lazymarathoner 2311 - Instigator 2317 - PeterAK's wife 2322 - Aimeep 2330 - ersmith29 (Emily) 2357 - marathongirl11 (Stacie) 2382 - tripletmom01 2429 - Whizzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz 2434 - amyjotris (just for you, AJ) 2504 LadyDragonfly (Nicole) 2520 - Debi Hatton 2528 - katherinel (that IS my name!) 2576 - Velcromom (Linda) 2587 - KT Pitbull 2653 - weeble (Janet) |
| 2009-09-07 1:05 PM in reply to: #1833357 |
Extreme Veteran 456 Dana Point, California | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin : Official Thread Get Birky's # in there...he is racing and is a legend at BT...total BS that he is trying to hide!!!!!!!!!!! |
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