Experior and Slornow's Winter Mentor Group-CLOSED (Page 46)

Thanks Michael and Randy, and the rest of the gang for such a great mentor group.  Lots of good stuff, and very active.  I really appreciate everyone's time.  Good luck to everyone in the rest of their seasons.

Aloha

Some thoughts.....

Great races Randy and Bennett; way to get out there and set the pace for this group.   

This next Mentor session we should set-up a chart to post pre race goals for each of our races and then post after; we could set some for Transitions, each discipline (time), age group or overall (top half, top 10; etc); heck even trying some mounts or dismount strategies during the race as a goal; maybe trying not to use socks on the bike and run.  You wouldn't have to post a goal for every area, but two or three would be cool.  Pushing ourselves to try new things and strategies.

I am starting my 16 week HIM Plan tomorrow while maintaining my run schedule for my Half.  I figure some of the Cross training will do me good.  I actually went to the gym and did a light strength workout and some Core work before swimming.  Actually felt good jumping into the pool already warmed up.

My calf actually feel much much better today so I sure I am healing and nothing is pulled.  I think it was more of non use issue do to the recovery and healing. 

Lastly,  does anyone use an Adamo Saddle?  There is one posted in the classifieds and it is blue $80.  It would look great on my bike and I was looking at them the other day and was considering getting one.

This post isn't meant to create any fear, but mainly serve as a REMINDER to us all when we are out there training to make sure people see us by using lights, bright clothing and to train defensively.  I know I don't so this enough; train defensively -- meaning watching cars; assuming people do not see you; slowing down if you are not sure; waving your hands; thanking people by acknowledging them with a wave for moving over to give you room; stop running and step over to the side of the road if you feel a car is drifting.

I learned today that a well known College of Special Education Professor at our Local College in Monmouth Oregon (Western Oregon University) was hit by a truck yesterday while biking on a busy highway and died instantly.  I serve on a Special Education Advisory Council with him.  He will be missed tremendously.  So sad.  I guess he drifted into the road and the guy tried to veer to miss him, but couldn't.

Take Care everyone and BE SAFE!!!

Brian-I have used an Adamo.  It was never "magical" for me as many describe it.  I used it for 6-8 months and then went back to my Cobb.  May try it again at some point.  I find that the Cobb is comfortable in both aero and when I am sitting upright. The Adamo was about the same feel in aero but not comfortable at all when sitting up. Saddles are tough to figure out as each person is looking for something different. If you can get it for a good price its worth a try.

Race report is up in the race forum. Sorry I dont know how to link it.  Ended up 15th overall of 227 and 2/15 in AG. 6th fastest bike split overall. I'm pleased with that but most pleased with the fact that I had a good run after the bike.  Does no good to kill it on the bike to the detriment of your run. Overall run was 27/227. Swim.....nevermind

Randy

Brian-sad news.  Always an eye opener to hear of those types of incidents.  A good reminder to keep safety in mind.

Randy   

Stu, Randy, Bennett - great jobs on the races!

I can't believe this group is going to wind down so quickly.  Feels like we just got going.

Bri- That is terrible news.  I hate to hear stories such as yours, and my heart goes out to his family.  

As for the end of the mentor season, holy cr@p that came fast.  Please reserve me a spot in the next round of experior/slornow mentor group.  I feel as if we were all just settling in to know each other, an d I would like to continue with those of you who sign on again as the year progresses.

Have a great week everyone.

Bennet

Early treadmill run today and then swim at lunch. Daughter has a soccer game this evening so trying to squeeze in training before that.  Traveling Thursday-Monday so will be doing run only toward the end of the week.  Son was invited to run at Arcadia Invitational in California Saturday so we will be making the trip.....kind of a last minute thing but very exciting.  I've never been to California before.  Will have to do get some tourist stuff in on Friday.

Have a good week everyone.  BE CAREFUL OUT THERE!

Randy 

Quick check-in.  I'm not quite ready to let this go -- I'll catch up with everyone this afternoon.  Unfortunately, I had zero internet this weekend.

I also managed, yesterday, to take a spill, landing right on the wallet in my rear pocket, and now said rear is really really sore.  Other than that, good training for me this weekend.  I've glanced at the races -- great job to everyone!

More anon...

Looks like the Spring/Summer group has gone live for anyone looking to join again.

Randy

Nice run!

x2!  I admit after a while I got sick of it and quit, but I can handle it for a month or so before I get fed up.

Great!  I agree with Randy -- those kinds of family times are the best.

I have lots of thoughts about this topic, but the bottom line is that I agree with you.  For HIM prep, I think that 6x/week is probably ideal for many people (assuming one is training bike and swim sufficiently).  I find I am much less likely to get those small nagging injuries if I run more frequently.  That probably has something to do with the fact that running more frequently forces me to slow down.  It also allows one to build up resistance to the pounding in smaller more frequent doses, instead of a few 'big' doses.

Yes.  I run the wire behind the box.  In fact, a while back I made a video for someone (maybe you???) showing how I run the PT wire on my SC.  Here it is:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJfQegfa8Cw

Saddle (dont' recall now who mentioned it...) :  I also have an Adamo.  I got it because I thought my old saddle was the cause of my issues.  I like the saddle just fine, but I'm pretty sure that my issues had more to do with poor fit and just not being acclimatized to the seat.  But the saddle works, so I've seen no reason to switch back.  I also like how the like can be racked on the rear of the saddle.  My road bike has a traditional saddle, and that works fine for me too.

Michael -  it was me that you made that video for!!  I just couldn't remember if you had spoken about the storage box (or speed box for that matter).

Just wanted to say thanks to a great group - especially Randy and Michael.  You guys have been awesome.