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 2009-05-29 1:20 PM in reply to: #2180984 |
Coach  10487    Boston, MA |  Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official ThreadKelliD - 2009-05-29 10:43 AM Only? that's a lot to grow our fitness, keep it up!As of this Sunday, only 12 weeks to go!!!! |
| 2009-05-29 7:48 PM in reply to: #2181442 |
Champion 6046 New York, NY | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread I am happy that there is 12 weeks - time to get better at hill climbing and time to maybe approximate running! |
| 2009-06-08 3:10 PM in reply to: #1837309 |
Expert 1060 Weymouth, MA | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread I rode the course this weekend. Here is a very short recap of the course.Transition Areas: Look to be a nice set up. Grassy and along the water. Very convenient for spectators.Swim: Water was cold but not terribly so. Beautiful mountain vista, crystal clear water, smooth sandy bottom, and quite shallow for a while.Bike: Not a terribly scenic course (because of the 32 miles on 106). Very fair but difficult terrain. The first 12 (and therefore last 12) or so are through nice country roads and pretty hilly. Marsh Hill is tough but it wasn't as bad as I expected. It's steep but short. The next segment is a little different than I had expected as well. People say that 106 is a long slight downhill until the turn around and then a false flat on the way back. I found it to be more rollers for 16 miles out and back (certainly a net decline on the way out). I expected the 16 miles back to be a long slow grind but it was really a ton of little hills to climb with some nice downhills or flat breaks. This was pretty enjoyable actually. 106 has a long stretch of brand new pavement. It's like glass. The crew was working on extending north. There was a patch of pretty tough road that I'm hoping they get to in the beginning of 106, it looks like they will.Run: A fairly flat, well shaded course with nice views of the lake. I think I am going to like the run course. I like the idea of the two out and back loops. Lots of opportunity to see people you know and mentally you can break up the run into segments. |
| 2009-06-09 8:03 PM in reply to: #2181442 |
Expert 657 Portland | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread JorgeM - 2009-05-29 2:20 PM KelliD - 2009-05-29 10:43 AM Only? that's a lot to grow our fitness, keep it up!As of this Sunday, only 12 weeks to go!!!! Hopefully thats a lot of time to get reservations at a hotel nearby too! (man I got to stop procrastinating so much) |
| 2009-06-09 9:00 PM in reply to: #2203049 |
Master 1410 White Plains NY | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread rcberto - 2009-06-08 4:10 PM I rode the course this weekend. Here is a very short recap of the course.Transition Areas: Look to be a nice set up. Grassy and along the water. Very convenient for spectators.Swim: Water was cold but not terribly so. Beautiful mountain vista, crystal clear water, smooth sandy bottom, and quite shallow for a while.Bike: Not a terribly scenic course (because of the 32 miles on 106). Very fair but difficult terrain. The first 12 (and therefore last 12) or so are through nice country roads and pretty hilly. Marsh Hill is tough but it wasn't as bad as I expected. It's steep but short. The next segment is a little different than I had expected as well. People say that 106 is a long slight downhill until the turn around and then a false flat on the way back. I found it to be more rollers for 16 miles out and back (certainly a net decline on the way out). I expected the 16 miles back to be a long slow grind but it was really a ton of little hills to climb with some nice downhills or flat breaks. This was pretty enjoyable actually. 106 has a long stretch of brand new pavement. It's like glass. The crew was working on extending north. There was a patch of pretty tough road that I'm hoping they get to in the beginning of 106, it looks like they will.Run: A fairly flat, well shaded course with nice views of the lake. I think I am going to like the run course. I like the idea of the two out and back loops. Lots of opportunity to see people you know and mentally you can break up the run into segments. thanks for the report and good to hear about 106 and the repave. I did the course in the beginning of may and they were just putting the construction signs up. Curious, how much wind did you encounter on 106? I had a tail wind on the way out, and a headwind on the way back. Of course this could change entirely by August... |
| 2009-06-10 7:49 AM in reply to: #2206452 |
Extreme Veteran 495 Stamford, CT | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread I called around a few months ago and pretty much every hotel was sold out. I was able to get a 2 bedroom condo for $250 per night about 5 miles from the race site. |
| 2009-06-10 9:43 AM in reply to: #2206452 |
Regular 157 Warwick, RI | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread MikeJ - 2009-06-09 9:03 PM JorgeM - 2009-05-29 2:20 PM KelliD - 2009-05-29 10:43 AM Only? that's a lot to grow our fitness, keep it up!As of this Sunday, only 12 weeks to go!!!! Hopefully thats a lot of time to get reservations at a hotel nearby too! (man I got to stop procrastinating so much) Try TownePlace Suites Gilford 14 Sawmill Road Gilford, New Hampshire 03249 Phone: 1-603-524-5533 if that number doesn't work yet call Marriott's main number 1-800-257-3000 and tell them the name/location of the hotel. There may still be vacancy's because it's just opening this month. good luck -Dave |
| 2009-06-10 11:15 AM in reply to: #1837309 |
| Expert 936 Salisbury | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread I'm staying at the campgrounds that have have a link on the Timberman website. I would imagine there is vacancy there but I'm not sure. I think it is called Gunstock. |
| 2009-06-10 7:52 PM in reply to: #1837309 |
Expert 657 Portland | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread Thanks for the leads Dave&Greg! I will try to follow up with some calls in the morning. Wish me luck! |
| 2009-06-23 6:52 AM in reply to: #1837309 |
Master 1927 Guilford, CT | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread Count me in! I registered last night after figuring out there were slots still left! Not alot of notice and I've only done one tri before (a sprint a couple weeks ago), but I'll get through it and am looking forward to it. I'll be rocking a 53/39 up front with an 11/25. I may need to rethink my cassette at this point, what do you think? Time for me to start running and swimming these next few weeks! |
| 2009-06-23 9:18 AM in reply to: #2236151 |
Expert 1060 Weymouth, MA | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread acumenjay - 2009-06-23 7:52 AM Count me in! I registered last night after figuring out there were slots still left! Not alot of notice and I've only done one tri before (a sprint a couple weeks ago), but I'll get through it and am looking forward to it. I'll be rocking a 53/39 up front with an 11/25. I may need to rethink my cassette at this point, what do you think? Time for me to start running and swimming these next few weeks! Congrats. If you live close get out there for a reconnaissance ride! The 39/25 ought to get it done just fine though. |
| 2009-06-24 8:50 AM in reply to: #2236151 |
Master 1410 White Plains NY | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread acumenjay - 2009-06-23 7:52 AM Count me in! I registered last night after figuring out there were slots still left! Not alot of notice and I've only done one tri before (a sprint a couple weeks ago), but I'll get through it and am looking forward to it. I'll be rocking a 53/39 up front with an 11/25. I may need to rethink my cassette at this point, what do you think? Time for me to start running and swimming these next few weeks! I did the course with the same gearing as you and I was fine. There is one hill on ~mile 9 and on the way back ~mile 47 that you will need the 39 x 25. Otherwise, I big ringed it for the majority of the route, especially on Route 106. |
| 2009-06-27 5:35 PM in reply to: #1837309 |
Champion 6046 New York, NY | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread So I know this is last minute and impromptu, but I just looked at where my kids are going to camp, and it is sort of on the way to Timberman, and I have to take them to camp on tuesday..... SO, I could be up at Ellacoya midday and am thinking it might be a good day to go ride the course..... anyone want to meet up? you could talk me into later in day as I will be child free! |
| 2009-06-27 6:10 PM in reply to: #1837309 |
| Member 29 Arlington, TN | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread Does anyone know if there is any chance of checking in on Saturday morning for the half? I am really unsure I can get there on Friday before dark.... Training going well......not great.....but well. |
| 2009-06-28 7:10 AM in reply to: #2247546 |
Champion 19812 MA | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread BrentDev - 2009-06-27 7:10 PM Does anyone know if there is any chance of checking in on Saturday morning for the half? I am really unsure I can get there on Friday before dark.... Training going well......not great.....but well. If you check the website it say something about only if you get approval from race director. I'd suggest you check out the website and send Keith a email. |
| 2009-06-28 7:36 AM in reply to: #2247546 |
Champion 6046 New York, NY | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread BrentDev - 2009-06-27 7:10 PM Does anyone know if there is any chance of checking in on Saturday morning for the half? I am really unsure I can get there on Friday before dark.... Training going well......not great.....but well. there is also packet pickup saturday from 1-6: DATE AND TIME: Sunday, August 23, 2009 at 7:00 AM. Race starts at Ellacoya State Park, Gilford, NH. There will be Pre-Race registration and Packet pick up on Friday Evening, August 21, from 4-7 PM, during the Expo/Carbo Load Gala and on Saturday, August 22 during Gunstock TimberFEST at Gunstock Moutain Resort, Gilford, NH from 1-6 PM. Bikes must be racked at the race site transition area on Saturday, August 22, between 2-7 PM. Professional Security will be watching over your bikes. No race day registration and packet pick up, unless prior arrangements are made with Race Director, Keith Jordan ([email protected] or 603 293 8353). Sorry, NO PETS ALLOWED AT ELLACOYA. |
| 2009-06-30 9:53 AM in reply to: #1837309 |
Elite 3770 | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread so how is the swim on this thing? I'm doing a float, bike, walk. |
| 2009-06-30 11:38 AM in reply to: #1837309 |
Expert 657 Portland | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread I finally got around to looking for a place to stay. (man, I have to stop being such a procrastinator) Most places are filled, but I was able to get a cottage at Barton's Motel on Union Ave. Is anybody familiar with the place? |
| 2009-06-30 12:50 PM in reply to: #1837309 |
Master 1927 Guilford, CT | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread Not sure. I'm staying at some cheap place in Concord that I found after looking around the lake for awhile to no avail. I hope it isn't too big of a deal to be "onsite"... |
| 2009-06-30 10:57 PM in reply to: #1837309 |
New user 1 Albany, NY | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread Hey everyone just wanted to say hello and introduce myself. I am definitely looking forward to making the leap over to NH for the Timberman Ironman 70.3 in a few weeks. This will be my first half, and while I am pretty nervous, I couldn’t be more excited! My plan all along has been to just complete this event! |
| 2009-07-07 6:35 PM in reply to: #1837309 |
| Member 29 Arlington, TN | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread Quick question......since registering....I have not received ANYTHING from these guys (either email or any kind of package). Have any of you all? I signed up from work one day, and have since changed jobs, and I worry that they have been sending emails to my old work address. I bet I need to contact someone  ------ for training today -- set out to do 13 mi run today, got about 10 k in it and died.....very hot and humid here in Northern VA today  Oh well, hydrate and try and do a few more miles tomorrow. But -- getting light headed when running and sweating profusely (more than normal) I figure is a signal I should stop and take a break for the day. |
| 2009-07-07 6:42 PM in reply to: #1837309 |
New user 2 Tyngsboro MA | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread Usually you get something right after registration from Lin-Mark. They send an athlete's guide about two weeks before the race. You can get on teh Lin-Mark site and see if you are registered. www.lin-mark.com |
| 2009-07-07 11:46 PM in reply to: #1837309 |
| Long Island | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread Anyone planning on riding the bike course between July 22ish and August 3ish? I'm on Long Island but I have those two weeks off and was thinking about driving up for a recon ride. |
| 2009-07-08 6:12 AM in reply to: #2268664 |
| Regular 1025 | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread you should've recieved a confirmation from lin-mark. sometimes, your spam filter picks it up. Sometimes, people mistype their email address  we've also emailed out a couple of update emails.... email me at [email protected] and I can check for you |
| 2009-07-09 9:16 PM in reply to: #2269172 |
Champion 6046 New York, NY | Subject: RE: Timberman - Half Iron : Official Thread christy4675 - 2009-07-08 12:46 AM Anyone planning on riding the bike course between July 22ish and August 3ish? I'm on Long Island but I have those two weeks off and was thinking about driving up for a recon ride. 25th would work for me- I was just thinking that I wanted to go up that weekend - my boys' camp visiting is that sunday in New Hampshire and rather than just go up for visiting day, I could go up the day before, ride Timberman, find a place to stay overnight and head to visiting day.... |
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