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 2016-01-25 9:46 AM in reply to: laffinrock |
Master  9705     Raleigh, NC area |  Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - ClosedOriginally posted by laffinrock Mary S in CO checking in here. Doing okay but not great. This past week has been fairly rough, in fact. I've been hurting from the prior week's training, frustrated with my former employer over incorrect paychecks, stirring up all kinds of emotional stuff by studying for my social work licensure exam, depressed about having to go apply for disability services and writing an appeal letter to the insurance company explaining that I still can't work and need to have my disability claim reopened, and having lots of problems with nausea from the stoopid head injury. I feel like an emotional wreck and it hasn't helped that my last 2 runs have been lousy. I'm really hoping I can get back on track this next week. Grief+physical pain+nausea+frustration+stirred-up emotional crap is not a recipe for fun. On the plus side, I got a new bike yesterday. I'd been planning on re-gearing the one I have because I'm anticipating doing a lot of hill riding this year. Then I got an email from a LBS that's consolidating stores. I really should have deleted it before I read it. They just happened to have a 2015 Specialized Amira SL4 Comp all-carbon 11-speed roadie in my size for half price. I'd ridden one before and totally loved it so I was pretty much ready to plunk down my money when I walked in the door. It was completely irresponsible financially but I'll admit, the retail therapy did me good. Haven't named her yet. I'm considering Jett (as in Joan), Simone (de Bouvoire, a female French existentialist philosopher), and "the Punk" (cuz she has pink on her and she's badazz). DH suggested Aretha R-E-S-P-E-C-T!). I can't remember how to put a picture here so I've just put it in my log. She's awful purty and fast and did lighten my mood a little. Can't wait to take her for a spin! I think my tri team is making me sick. I've left my house before 6:30 a.m. for a team workout, run 7 mi. when it was 12* outside, bought a new bike, am going to ride a metric century in October, might do the run leg of a HIM relay in June, and am considering doing a HIM in September if I can get back to swimming in time!! It doesn't "help" that I've found a training buddy who described me as being as "bat- crazy" as she is and who keeps egging me on! Speaking of depression, Laura, depression sucks. I'm proud of you for saying something here. That took real courage. There's so much stigma around depression ("Just cheer up, it'll get better"--Ha, easier said than done!!) and as others have said, we've got your back. I have it too and have had it for years and yeah, pasting on the happy face gets really old. In fact, 2 years ago this month, I asked DH lock up all the medications in the house because I wanted to die and I didn't feel safe. Luckily, over the years, I've found good therapists, good meds, and friends and a partner who understand. Without them, I wouldn't be here. I have no magic formula for getting through, but just remember, if you had something like a broken leg, you'd go get it treated, right? Well, depression is no different and it's okay to say you're having a hard time and to reach out for help. (((Hugs))), friend. Hope you all have a good week. I get to meet Melanie this coming weekend when I come out her direction to visit relatives. We'd planned to do a run on Sunday morning. Might have to find some other way to get those miles in, given that last I heard, her area had gotten over 2 feet of snow. Still, I'm excited to meet another Manatee. Manatee Meet-Ups are the best and I'm really glad the trip wasn't planned for this past weekend!! That's about all I got for today. Well, other than "Go Broncos!", stay warm everybody, heal up DLers, and GOOOOOOOOOO racers!
I have received emails like that -- where I wish I didn't know about the sale! Hahaha! Your tri team is making you crazy just like us! |
She's doing the HIM to give the middle finger to the surgeons who told her she'd never run again after her 5 ankle surgeries. Given all the ongoing issues from my various injuries, I can totally relate and she inspires me. In all truth, having the team has been really good for my mental health. It gets me out among like-minded people and away from my negative thoughts, plus the organized workouts help give me some structure and exercise is a good antidote to depression.| 2016-01-25 9:49 AM in reply to: cdban66 |
Master 9705 Raleigh, NC area | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Atlantia Quick pre-blizzard drive by. We're ready for the snow, pantry is stocked, cars are gassed up. We usually lose power during thunderstorms, so we're expecting to lose power with this one, and are as prepared as we can hope to be. If I disappear from BT for awhile due to power outages, find me on Instagram, as my phone has a decent battery and my dog loves to pose! It seems a bit shallow to say this, since so many of us deal with such intense life issues. But I need to get it off my chest: I am struggling very hard with a bout of depression right now. The last day has been extremely challenging. I say this not because I need anything in particular from the Pod, but because I think too often those of us who struggle with this keep it hidden and put on the happy face. That is not the right thing to do. I wish I had the courage to say something like this to my IRL friends, but saying it to the Pod is a first step. Love you guys!!! Laura, I've been meaning to get back to this. It is not shallow at all, it is real and can be truly challenging at times. Thank you for your honesty and willingness to open up. That is a huge step and one that can be hard to take. I've been thinking and praying for you since I read this. You are strong and I believe your future far outweighs your present. Keep working through it! And work through the snow as well!!!! I've been diagnosed with depression and treated. It sucked. I think that managing stress and working out (especially outside, for some reason, being outside helps me even in the dark) have helped me move on. It's something that I don't want to experience again, that's for sure. I know that some Manatees here get seasonal affective disorder and have used lights with some success. Just know that we are thinking of you, that many of us understand what you are going through, and that if you need us, we're here for you. |
| 2016-01-25 9:56 AM in reply to: jmkizer |
1731  Denver, Colorado | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Atlantia Quick pre-blizzard drive by. We're ready for the snow, pantry is stocked, cars are gassed up. We usually lose power during thunderstorms, so we're expecting to lose power with this one, and are as prepared as we can hope to be. If I disappear from BT for awhile due to power outages, find me on Instagram, as my phone has a decent battery and my dog loves to pose! It seems a bit shallow to say this, since so many of us deal with such intense life issues. But I need to get it off my chest: I am struggling very hard with a bout of depression right now. The last day has been extremely challenging. I say this not because I need anything in particular from the Pod, but because I think too often those of us who struggle with this keep it hidden and put on the happy face. That is not the right thing to do. I wish I had the courage to say something like this to my IRL friends, but saying it to the Pod is a first step. Love you guys!!! Laura, I've been meaning to get back to this. It is not shallow at all, it is real and can be truly challenging at times. Thank you for your honesty and willingness to open up. That is a huge step and one that can be hard to take. I've been thinking and praying for you since I read this. You are strong and I believe your future far outweighs your present. Keep working through it! And work through the snow as well!!!! I've been diagnosed with depression and treated. It sucked. I think that managing stress and working out (especially outside, for some reason, being outside helps me even in the dark) have helped me move on. It's something that I don't want to experience again, that's for sure. I know that some Manatees here get seasonal affective disorder and have used lights with some success. Just know that we are thinking of you, that many of us understand what you are going through, and that if you need us, we're here for you. I am very, very sorry you are going through this. Depression is a real deal, and the good thing is - there is a cure. I think it is very important that people talk about it more, just like they talk about any other sickness. At least this way folks who struggle don't feel as isolated. I fought depression, anxiety, and those damn panic attacks, and life is a better place now. If you ever need to talk or need any kind of support, we're here  |
| 2016-01-25 10:03 AM in reply to: marysia83 |
Master 9705 Raleigh, NC area | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by marysia83 Originally posted by jmkizer I am very, very sorry you are going through this. Depression is a real deal, and the good thing is - there is a cure. I think it is very important that people talk about it more, just like they talk about any other sickness. At least this way folks who struggle don't feel as isolated. I fought depression, anxiety, and those damn panic attacks, and life is a better place now. If you ever need to talk or need any kind of support, we're here Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Atlantia Quick pre-blizzard drive by. We're ready for the snow, pantry is stocked, cars are gassed up. We usually lose power during thunderstorms, so we're expecting to lose power with this one, and are as prepared as we can hope to be. If I disappear from BT for awhile due to power outages, find me on Instagram, as my phone has a decent battery and my dog loves to pose! It seems a bit shallow to say this, since so many of us deal with such intense life issues. But I need to get it off my chest: I am struggling very hard with a bout of depression right now. The last day has been extremely challenging. I say this not because I need anything in particular from the Pod, but because I think too often those of us who struggle with this keep it hidden and put on the happy face. That is not the right thing to do. I wish I had the courage to say something like this to my IRL friends, but saying it to the Pod is a first step. Love you guys!!! Laura, I've been meaning to get back to this. It is not shallow at all, it is real and can be truly challenging at times. Thank you for your honesty and willingness to open up. That is a huge step and one that can be hard to take. I've been thinking and praying for you since I read this. You are strong and I believe your future far outweighs your present. Keep working through it! And work through the snow as well!!!! I've been diagnosed with depression and treated. It sucked. I think that managing stress and working out (especially outside, for some reason, being outside helps me even in the dark) have helped me move on. It's something that I don't want to experience again, that's for sure. I know that some Manatees here get seasonal affective disorder and have used lights with some success. Just know that we are thinking of you, that many of us understand what you are going through, and that if you need us, we're here for you. And speaking of the "we're here" part, most people here know about sending Private Messages (PMs) within BT but many of us also have our FB accounts, etc. linked to our BT profiles so pretty much, if you need to find a Manatee, we're around :-D Also, I pointed out to Stacey that we have pretty much 24/7 coverage with people in Australia, Saigon, (sometimes Indonesia), England and Wales, Germany, and all of the North American time zones! |
| 2016-01-25 10:06 AM in reply to: 0 |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by laffinrock Mary S in CO checking in here. Doing okay but not great. This past week has been fairly rough, in fact. I've been hurting from the prior week's training, frustrated with my former employer over incorrect paychecks, stirring up all kinds of emotional stuff by studying for my social work licensure exam, depressed about having to go apply for disability services and writing an appeal letter to the insurance company explaining that I still can't work and need to have my disability claim reopened, and having lots of problems with nausea from the stoopid head injury. I feel like an emotional wreck and it hasn't helped that my last 2 runs have been lousy. I'm really hoping I can get back on track this next week. Grief+physical pain+nausea+frustration+stirred-up emotional crap is not a recipe for fun. On the plus side, I got a new bike yesterday. I'd been planning on re-gearing the one I have because I'm anticipating doing a lot of hill riding this year. Then I got an email from a LBS that's consolidating stores. I really should have deleted it before I read it. They just happened to have a 2015 Specialized Amira SL4 Comp all-carbon 11-speed roadie in my size for half price. I'd ridden one before and totally loved it so I was pretty much ready to plunk down my money when I walked in the door. It was completely irresponsible financially but I'll admit, the retail therapy did me good. Haven't named her yet. I'm considering Jett (as in Joan), Simone (de Bouvoire, a female French existentialist philosopher), and "the Punk" (cuz she has pink on her and she's badazz). DH suggested Aretha R-E-S-P-E-C-T!). I can't remember how to put a picture here so I've just put it in my log. She's awful purty and fast and did lighten my mood a little. Can't wait to take her for a spin! I think my tri team is making me sick. I've left my house before 6:30 a.m. for a team workout, run 7 mi. when it was 12* outside, bought a new bike, am going to ride a metric century in October, might do the run leg of a HIM relay in June, and am considering doing a HIM in September if I can get back to swimming in time!! It doesn't "help" that I've found a training buddy who described me as being as "bat- crazy" as she is and who keeps egging me on! Speaking of depression, Laura, depression sucks. I'm proud of you for saying something here. That took real courage. There's so much stigma around depression ("Just cheer up, it'll get better"--Ha, easier said than done!!) and as others have said, we've got your back. I have it too and have had it for years and yeah, pasting on the happy face gets really old. In fact, 2 years ago this month, I asked DH lock up all the medications in the house because I wanted to die and I didn't feel safe. Luckily, over the years, I've found good therapists, good meds, and friends and a partner who understand. Without them, I wouldn't be here. I have no magic formula for getting through, but just remember, if you had something like a broken leg, you'd go get it treated, right? Well, depression is no different and it's okay to say you're having a hard time and to reach out for help. (((Hugs))), friend. Hope you all have a good week. I get to meet Melanie this coming weekend when I come out her direction to visit relatives. We'd planned to do a run on Sunday morning. Might have to find some other way to get those miles in, given that last I heard, her area had gotten over 2 feet of snow. Still, I'm excited to meet another Manatee. Manatee Meet-Ups are the best and I'm really glad the trip wasn't planned for this past weekend!! That's about all I got for today. Well, other than "Go Broncos!", stay warm everybody, heal up DLers, and GOOOOOOOOOO racers!
I have received emails like that -- where I wish I didn't know about the sale! Hahaha! Your tri team is making you crazy just like us! Ha! What Mary didn't mention is that she twisted my arm (ok maybe just a little bit) in to doing the metric century and now I'm looking for a roadie as well Edited by rrrunner 2016-01-25 12:57 PM |
| 2016-01-25 10:07 AM in reply to: rrrunner |
Master 9705 Raleigh, NC area | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by rrrunner Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by laffinrock Mary S in CO checking in here. Doing okay but not great. This past week has been fairly rough, in fact. I've been hurting from the prior week's training, frustrated with my former employer over incorrect paychecks, stirring up all kinds of emotional stuff by studying for my social work licensure exam, depressed about having to go apply for disability services and writing an appeal letter to the insurance company explaining that I still can't work and need to have my disability claim reopened, and having lots of problems with nausea from the stoopid head injury. I feel like an emotional wreck and it hasn't helped that my last 2 runs have been lousy. I'm really hoping I can get back on track this next week. Grief+physical pain+nausea+frustration+stirred-up emotional crap is not a recipe for fun. On the plus side, I got a new bike yesterday. I'd been planning on re-gearing the one I have because I'm anticipating doing a lot of hill riding this year. Then I got an email from a LBS that's consolidating stores. I really should have deleted it before I read it. They just happened to have a 2015 Specialized Amira SL4 Comp all-carbon 11-speed roadie in my size for half price. I'd ridden one before and totally loved it so I was pretty much ready to plunk down my money when I walked in the door. It was completely irresponsible financially but I'll admit, the retail therapy did me good. Haven't named her yet. I'm considering Jett (as in Joan), Simone (de Bouvoire, a female French existentialist philosopher), and "the Punk" (cuz she has pink on her and she's badazz). DH suggested Aretha R-E-S-P-E-C-T!). I can't remember how to put a picture here so I've just put it in my log. She's awful purty and fast and did lighten my mood a little. Can't wait to take her for a spin! I think my tri team is making me sick. I've left my house before 6:30 a.m. for a team workout, run 7 mi. when it was 12* outside, bought a new bike, am going to ride a metric century in October, might do the run leg of a HIM relay in June, and am considering doing a HIM in September if I can get back to swimming in time!! It doesn't "help" that I've found a training buddy who described me as being as "bat- crazy" as she is and who keeps egging me on! Speaking of depression, Laura, depression sucks. I'm proud of you for saying something here. That took real courage. There's so much stigma around depression ("Just cheer up, it'll get better"--Ha, easier said than done!!) and as others have said, we've got your back. I have it too and have had it for years and yeah, pasting on the happy face gets really old. In fact, 2 years ago this month, I asked DH lock up all the medications in the house because I wanted to die and I didn't feel safe. Luckily, over the years, I've found good therapists, good meds, and friends and a partner who understand. Without them, I wouldn't be here. I have no magic formula for getting through, but just remember, if you had something like a broken leg, you'd go get it treated, right? Well, depression is no different and it's okay to say you're having a hard time and to reach out for help. (((Hugs))), friend. Hope you all have a good week. I get to meet Melanie this coming weekend when I come out her direction to visit relatives. We'd planned to do a run on Sunday morning. Might have to find some other way to get those miles in, given that last I heard, her area had gotten over 2 feet of snow. Still, I'm excited to meet another Manatee. Manatee Meet-Ups are the best and I'm really glad the trip wasn't planned for this past weekend!! That's about all I got for today. Well, other than "Go Broncos!", stay warm everybody, heal up DLers, and GOOOOOOOOOO racers!
I have received emails like that -- where I wish I didn't know about the sale! Hahaha! Your tri team is making you crazy just like us! Ha! What Mary didn't mention is that she twisted my arm (ok maybe just a little bit) in to doing the metric century and no I'm looking for a roadie as well Wow, she is under some bad influences! (Melanie, watch out!) |
| 2016-01-25 10:21 AM in reply to: 0 |
| Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Hey there, manatees; proof of life post. I've been swamped with all sorts of things last week and haven't had the time to poke around on BT. Work and life and Mother Nature, too, I suppose, were conspiring against me, to be sure. I may try to catch up to see what I missed, but I hope everyone is well and doing OK. Janyne/Mary S - yes, it sounds like I need to keep my defenses up against Mary when she comes to visit. I can see her trying to lure me westward into some fun event with her and possibly my 'twin', TJ! Mary - congrats on the new steed, name TBD! Edited by melbo55 2016-01-25 10:23 AM |
| 2016-01-25 11:47 AM in reply to: CRFTX2001 |
| 812 Katy, Texas | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by CRFTX2001 I feel like I'm the only one who didn't get hit by the blizzard. We had a few irregularly cold days, then it was back to normal winter temps. I'm sure the other Texans on this thread will say they haven''t seen any blizzard-like weather either, but it seems like everywhere I look people are complaining about snow. Definitely haven't gotten blizzarded, but the wind has been pretty ridiculous lately. On the bike you think, man I'm fast! Until you turn around  |
| 2016-01-25 11:48 AM in reply to: ponderingfox |
| 812 Katy, Texas | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by ponderingfox I'm kind of on the disabled list. I injured myself right before this race. It felt like a stress fracture at first, but I got an X-ray and it was negative. Symptoms also line up with peroneal tendonosis. So hopefully if I quiet things down, I'll get better sooner. But it also puts my Phoenix HM in jeopardy. :/ Did my first post-injury run today after three weeks off. Welcome back Tom! Sorry to hear you're kind of injured though, hope it heals up quickly. |
| 2016-01-25 12:03 PM in reply to: melbo55 |
| 1731 Denver, Colorado | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by melbo55 Hey there, manatees; proof of life post. I've been swamped with all sorts of things last week and haven't had the time to poke around on BT. Work and life and Mother Nature, too, I suppose, were conspiring against me, to be sure. I may try to catch up to see what I missed, but I hope everyone is well and doing OK. Janyne/Mary S - yes, it sounds like I need to keep my defenses up against Mary when she comes to visit. I can see her trying to lure me westward into some fun event with her and possibly my 'twin', TJ! Mary - congrats on the new steed, name TBD! I think I got the same virus in the past couple of weeks  I'm glad we're both back |
| 2016-01-25 12:11 PM in reply to: marysia83 |
| 812 Katy, Texas | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Laura - we're thinking of you and hope you feel better soon. Mary S - so sorry about all of your frustrations, but super happy for your new bike!! Let's see it! |
| 2016-01-25 12:15 PM in reply to: 0 |
| 812 Katy, Texas | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Hooooray for a rest day today to start a recovery week!! It feels weird to be this energized at work, LOL!!! Edited by Jet Black 2016-01-25 12:17 PM |
| 2016-01-25 1:14 PM in reply to: laffinrock |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by laffinrock Mary S in CO checking in here. On the plus side, I got a new bike yesterday. I'd been planning on re-gearing the one I have because I'm anticipating doing a lot of hill riding this year. Then I got an email from a LBS that's consolidating stores. I really should have deleted it before I read it. They just happened to have a 2015 Specialized Amira SL4 Comp all-carbon 11-speed roadie in my size for half price. I'd ridden one before and totally loved it so I was pretty much ready to plunk down my money when I walked in the door. It was completely irresponsible financially but I'll admit, the retail therapy did me good. Haven't named her yet. I'm considering Jett (as in Joan), Simone (de Bouvoire, a female French existentialist philosopher), and "the Punk" (cuz she has pink on her and she's badazz). DH suggested Aretha R-E-S-P-E-C-T!). I can't remember how to put a picture here so I've just put it in my log. She's awful purty and fast and did lighten my mood a little. Can't wait to take her for a spin! That's about all I got for today. Well, other than "Go Broncos!", stay warm everybody, heal up DLers, and GOOOOOOOOOO racers!
Two things: 1) Your new ride is in the Bike Album. 2) Go BRONCOS!!!!! |
| 2016-01-25 1:15 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by laffinrock Mary S in CO checking in here. On the plus side, I got a new bike yesterday. I'd been planning on re-gearing the one I have because I'm anticipating doing a lot of hill riding this year. Then I got an email from a LBS that's consolidating stores. I really should have deleted it before I read it. They just happened to have a 2015 Specialized Amira SL4 Comp all-carbon 11-speed roadie in my size for half price. I'd ridden one before and totally loved it so I was pretty much ready to plunk down my money when I walked in the door. It was completely irresponsible financially but I'll admit, the retail therapy did me good. Haven't named her yet. I'm considering Jett (as in Joan), Simone (de Bouvoire, a female French existentialist philosopher), and "the Punk" (cuz she has pink on her and she's badazz). DH suggested Aretha R-E-S-P-E-C-T!). I can't remember how to put a picture here so I've just put it in my log. She's awful purty and fast and did lighten my mood a little. Can't wait to take her for a spin! That's about all I got for today. Well, other than "Go Broncos!", stay warm everybody, heal up DLers, and GOOOOOOOOOO racers!
Two things: 1) Your new ride is in the Bike Album. 2) Go BRONCOS!!!!! Yessssssss |
| 2016-01-25 3:14 PM in reply to: rrrunner |
Champion 10550 Austin, Texas | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed So.... We went to a race expo on the weekend just to see if there were any good deals on shoes, clothes, etc., and next thing I know is I'm paying for my entry into the race. 1st HM (and first race of any kind) of 2016 & I didn't die. Yay me!
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| 2016-01-25 3:22 PM in reply to: blueyedbikergirl |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl So.... We went to a race expo on the weekend just to see if there were any good deals on shoes, clothes, etc., and next thing I know is I'm paying for my entry into the race. 1st HM (and first race of any kind) of 2016 & I didn't die. Yay me!
Yay for not dying! Huge congrats! |
| 2016-01-25 3:35 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by brigby1 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by jmkizer Neither! Your regular tread should be totally fine unless it's icy. If it's icy, I might not running it. Itherwise. Microspikes (or Nanospikes) if it's deep, snowshoes (unfortunately ) or skis! YakTrax Run or YakTrax Pro? After the brief time with yaktrax before, I just use a decent pair of trail shoes. If those don't seem good enough I'll go inside instead. Might go skiing or otherwise, but haven't counted that as running, like how the elliptical isn't running either. I'm really on the fence. Every year I want ... something ... for a few weeks to help especially with running but now also with dog walking (Emma was old enough that we'd just let her in the back yard, Zoe is young enough that she makes "projects" in the yard and while we support furthering her education, landscape architect was not really the career that we had in mind for her.) So it snows -- the last few years it's been sleet and not actual snow -- and I want YakTrax or similar and I don't know if they would help or not and then I shop around and forget about them and then 11 months passes and... Ben - skip the YakTrax, use the treadmill TJ - get Nanospikes instead Dave - put screws in old shoes Salty - just run (but not on ice) lol to her Landscape Architect projects I'll give you a little better breakdown, per all the scenarios and types of traction I have used. Yak Trax are more like cable chains while microspikes are actual spikes. I prefer the microspikes significantly over yak trax for glacier travel and trail running on icy or very hard packed slippery snow because they actually dig in, especially on steep surfaces. However, I could see the yak trax being better on an even surface like a sidewalk because they don't protrude out so much and have a more even underfoot feel. I'm not sure how well they would do on ice though. For walking they would probably be ok, but running might be a little sketchier. I think if you can help it, picking a non paved trail would be a preferred place to run so that you aren't going back and forth between shoveled and non-shoveled sidewalks and whatnot. Screw shoes are also for consistent show or ice. They would be pretty terrible running on anything that has sections of paved surface. It would be like running with track spikes on the concrete (makes me cringe every time!) There are a couple reasons I prefer micro-spikes over screw shoes , one is that any shoes that I have that are old and I would actually be willing to put screws in are retired for a reason, because I wore them out and they are no longer suitable to run in. Second, there tends to be too much diversity where I am running to commit to shoes with screws. |
| 2016-01-25 3:37 PM in reply to: blueyedbikergirl |
Master 7712 Orlando | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl So.... We went to a race expo on the weekend just to see if there were any good deals on shoes, clothes, etc., and next thing I know is I'm paying for my entry into the race. 1st HM (and first race of any kind) of 2016 & I didn't die. Yay me!
Not dying is a great achievement! Congrats!! |
| 2016-01-25 3:39 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Atlantia Quick pre-blizzard drive by. We're ready for the snow, pantry is stocked, cars are gassed up. We usually lose power during thunderstorms, so we're expecting to lose power with this one, and are as prepared as we can hope to be. If I disappear from BT for awhile due to power outages, find me on Instagram, as my phone has a decent battery and my dog loves to pose! It seems a bit shallow to say this, since so many of us deal with such intense life issues. But I need to get it off my chest: I am struggling very hard with a bout of depression right now. The last day has been extremely challenging. I say this not because I need anything in particular from the Pod, but because I think too often those of us who struggle with this keep it hidden and put on the happy face. That is not the right thing to do. I wish I had the courage to say something like this to my IRL friends, but saying it to the Pod is a first step. Love you guys!!! Laura, I've been meaning to get back to this. It is not shallow at all, it is real and can be truly challenging at times. Thank you for your honesty and willingness to open up. That is a huge step and one that can be hard to take. I've been thinking and praying for you since I read this. You are strong and I believe your future far outweighs your present. Keep working through it! And work through the snow as well!!!! Certainly not shallow. I also struggle with depression. Running is probably the best tool I have found for dealing with it and I am so thankful I am able to do it. Chin up and never hesitate to reach out to the people around you. |
| 2016-01-25 3:42 PM in reply to: amd723 |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by amd723 Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl So.... We went to a race expo on the weekend just to see if there were any good deals on shoes, clothes, etc., and next thing I know is I'm paying for my entry into the race. 1st HM (and first race of any kind) of 2016 & I didn't die. Yay me!
Not dying is a great achievement! Congrats!! Yes, it would be an unfortunate addition to the DL |
| 2016-01-25 3:49 PM in reply to: rrrunner |
Master 4452 | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by rrrunner Originally posted by amd723 Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl So.... We went to a race expo on the weekend just to see if there were any good deals on shoes, clothes, etc., and next thing I know is I'm paying for my entry into the race. 1st HM (and first race of any kind) of 2016 & I didn't die. Yay me!
Not dying is a great achievement! Congrats!! Yes, it would be an unfortunate addition to the DL And of course, then it would be the Disabled and Dead List. Not ideal. Congrats Monica!
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| 2016-01-25 4:23 PM in reply to: blueyedbikergirl |
| Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl So.... We went to a race expo on the weekend just to see if there were any good deals on shoes, clothes, etc., and next thing I know is I'm paying for my entry into the race. 1st HM (and first race of any kind) of 2016 & I didn't die. Yay me!
What a story, and congrats!! |
| 2016-01-25 4:32 PM in reply to: blueyedbikergirl |
| 812 Katy, Texas | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl So.... We went to a race expo on the weekend just to see if there were any good deals on shoes, clothes, etc., and next thing I know is I'm paying for my entry into the race. 1st HM (and first race of any kind) of 2016 & I didn't die. Yay me!
Awesome, congrats! |
| 2016-01-25 4:49 PM in reply to: Jet Black |
| 436 | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Question for the bike experts out there. I now have 2 bikes, 1 is a 10 speed road bike and the other is an 11 speed tri bike. I have race wheels which I (aka the bike shop) put the 11 speed cassette on and plan on using on my tri bike. I'm wondering if for training purposes I can switch the wheels in and out of my tri bike and road bike without having to change anything else. I've seen online they sell chains for 10 vs 11 speed so does this mean I can't just swap the wheels and ride? |
| 2016-01-25 5:51 PM in reply to: 0 |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2016 - Closed Originally posted by TXTriRook Question for the bike experts out there. I now have 2 bikes, 1 is a 10 speed road bike and the other is an 11 speed tri bike. I have race wheels which I (aka the bike shop) put the 11 speed cassette on and plan on using on my tri bike. I'm wondering if for training purposes I can switch the wheels in and out of my tri bike and road bike without having to change anything else. I've seen online they sell chains for 10 vs 11 speed so does this mean I can't just swap the wheels and ride? I haven't done much work on my 11 yet, but the RD might be the issue. I'd look into that side of things, as the shifting may be where the issue is. Keep in mind, the 11 may need a wider hub and/or more narrow chain (depending on brand and groupset). So shifting may be compromised a bit both up front and in back. I have found a few things to be true with bikes and one of them is that trying it on the repair stand (with much care) will definitely give you the most firsthand information. ETA I am far from an expert! Edited by cdban66 2016-01-25 5:52 PM |
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