EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread (Page 6)

2009-12-04 12:54 PM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

tasr - 2009-12-04 12:39 PM

JohnnyKay - 2009-12-04 12:18 PM I haven't booked anything yet, either. I'm probably travelling solo and, as we get closer, would be willing to think about splitting a place. But in full disclosure, I can snore louder than any of you. Ask Fred.

[smack on]

Fred is too busy trying to figure out why his CompuTrainer stats aren’t as high as mine.

[/smack off]

Ha - that was funny.

2009-12-11 9:26 PM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

SCamp07 - 2009-12-04 10:53 AM

gopennstate - 2009-12-03 11:33 PM

tasr - 2009-12-03 6:19 PM

PennState - 2009-12-03 5:10 PM lol CORE BOY.

still laughing

"Core Boy" now thats funny!

I need a place to stay any recommendations?

We didn't book a place yet either!

I think we are going to try camping at the high school. I'm trying to talk a friend into letting me borrow his RV.

I'm staying at a friends farm house luckily. About 20 mins south of the start. Camping out doesn't sounds like a bad idea though.

2009-12-16 12:30 PM

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2009-12-16 1:24 PM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

PennState - 2009-12-16 1:30 PM So what power would you guess (W/Kg) would you need to ride under 2:20 at Eagleman???

(and yes I know that watts/Cda is what really would be the question, but it's trickier to figure out)

My Cousin (Joe Liberto) did a 2:10 at last years race. I'm not sure what is power rate is but I know he's pretty dang fast (well compared to me atleast)

2009-12-16 2:09 PM

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Master

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

Dlaxman31 - 2009-12-16 2:24 PM

My Cousin (Joe Liberto) did a 2:10 at last years race. I'm not sure what is power rate is but I know he's pretty dang fast (well compared to me atleast)

Joe is one of the better amateur triathlete bikers in the country.

Not sure Fred - off the top of my head maybe 3.4-3.8 depending on how aero your setup is...just a guess though. At Timberman I had a 3.3 avg and went 2:27 but that course is much hillier than Eagleman. I had an aero bike, wheels, helmet, etc but was not set up that aggressively.

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2009-12-16 2:45 PM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

docswim24 - 2009-12-16 3:09 PM

Dlaxman31 - 2009-12-16 2:24 PM

My Cousin (Joe Liberto) did a 2:10 at last years race. I'm not sure what is power rate is but I know he's pretty dang fast (well compared to me atleast)

Joe is one of the better amateur triathlete bikers in the country. .

My whole goal is to be able to just stay on his wheel for as long as I can usually when we ride. Tough even during his "recovery" days.

2009-12-16 7:14 PM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

Hey Fred I wish I knew. I know I am training hard for this flat ride. It's going to be a lot different for me from the hills.

2009-12-16 8:02 PM

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tasr - 2009-12-16 8:14 PM

Hey Fred I wish I knew. I know I am training hard for this flat ride. It's going to be a lot different for me from the hills.

Speaking of training... when do you guys really start focusing for this? I'm starting to build my base of running back in and throw some swims and bikes in now and then. But what are you guys doing this off season?

2009-12-16 8:41 PM

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Dlaxman31 - 2009-12-16 9:02 PM

Speaking of training... when do you guys really start focusing for this? I'm starting to build my base of running back in and throw some swims and bikes in now and then. But what are you guys doing this off season?

No really off season for me, other than not racing if that's what you mean. I am focused on Bike and Run. Bike to build power over time and distance. Run to get faster with endurance and overall fitness.

2009-12-17 7:31 AM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

No real off season for me either - I enjoy training and don't feel like I mentally need one. I did take a few weeks in October to let my body heal up.

Right now I am working on increasing my running fitness and durability and doing short but hard sessions on the trainer. I swim when I want to.

JorgeM

2009-12-17 7:43 AM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

Dlaxman31 - 2009-12-16 8:02 PM

tasr - 2009-12-16 8:14 PM

Hey Fred I wish I knew. I know I am training hard for this flat ride. It's going to be a lot different for me from the hills.

My off-season was pretty much at the end of the summer as I was recovering from some health issues. Since October I raced cyclo-cross season which mainly had me doing hard biking for 10-12 weeks. At the same time I've done some running but nothing crazy. As of Dec 1st I began focusing on 1) increasing cycling power and 2) run lots, intensity is not important for now, just running every day! I will focus on those two for the next 10 weeks. Also I am doing some specific strenght training (some drills, hills, plyos and core) and PT to recover from a shoulder injury. I am hoping I can get back in the Pool no later than March 1st and get in 'decent' swim shape for Eman. Also as Of March I begin specific training for Eman and IMLP.

hooslisa

2009-12-17 8:08 AM

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Master

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

...as an fyi, hotels nearby are going to be very hard to come by if you are booking now. most places in cambridge fill within a week of registeration. however, i happened to be in the lobby of the holiday inn express in cambridge last year the year before the race, and watched people just walk in and ask for a room and get one. my advice is to book something as close as you can now (will likely be delaware) and then starting two weeks out from the race start calling places closer...or just walk in the day before and ask. they get lots of last minute cancellations.

2009-12-17 8:28 AM

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Boy I feel really far behind then. I think I'll throw some biking in starting in Jan with the running to get prepared like you guys.

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2009-12-17 9:15 AM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

Dlaxman31 - 2009-12-17 9:28 AM

Boy I feel really far behind then. I think I'll throw some biking in starting in Jan with the running to get prepared like you guys.

Don't worry about what other people are doing. Stick to your own plan and trust in it. Of course, if you don't have a plan, make one and show it to people you trust, or buy one...

JohnnyKay

2009-12-17 9:29 AM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

I'll start focusing on it at the beginning of June. That should be enough time to take down all competition here.

momo

2009-12-17 9:36 AM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

Dlaxman31 - 2009-12-16 9:02 PM

tasr - 2009-12-16 8:14 PM

Hey Fred I wish I knew. I know I am training hard for this flat ride. It's going to be a lot different for me from the hills.

Trying to get pumped up about it now.. I have a full mary in march.. to ramp up for as well..
Maybe watching the championships(Dec 19th, 4:30 NBC, in case you didn't know) will help me get fired up.

JorgeM

2009-12-17 10:02 AM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

momo - 2009-12-17 9:36 AM

Dlaxman31 - 2009-12-16 9:02 PM

tasr - 2009-12-16 8:14 PM

Hey Fred I wish I knew. I know I am training hard for this flat ride. It's going to be a lot different for me from the hills.

Trying to get pumped up about it now.. I have a full mary in march.. to ramp up for as well.. Maybe watching the championships(Dec 19th, 4:30 NBC, in case you didn't know) will help me get fired up.

let me help out a bit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxvEoaJc-OM

2009-12-17 12:02 PM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

JohnnyKay - 2009-12-17 10:29 AM I'll start focusing on it at the beginning of June. That should be enough time to take down all competition here.

That should take care of the younger crowd, but you should have started Dec 1 with Jorge to catch the old guys.

2009-12-17 1:08 PM

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tasr - 2009-12-17 1:02 PM

JohnnyKay - 2009-12-17 10:29 AM I'll start focusing on it at the beginning of June. That should be enough time to take down all competition here.

That should take care of the younger crowd, but you should have started Dec 1 with Jorge to catch the old guys.

I knew it took old guys longer to warm up for bike rides, but I didn't think it was THAT bad that you had to start in Dec. 1. I thought Rick(Daremo) was the oldest one out here well other then The Bear obviously.

2010-01-06 5:37 PM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

Dlaxman31 - 2009-12-17 2:08 PM

tasr - 2009-12-17 1:02 PM

JohnnyKay - 2009-12-17 10:29 AM I'll start focusing on it at the beginning of June. That should be enough time to take down all competition here.

That should take care of the younger crowd, but you should have started Dec 1 with Jorge to catch the old guys.

Ha I am racing at 48 and yes it can take me 20 miles to warm up.

2010-01-06 5:39 PM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

I am thinking about renting some Zipp wheels for EM.

My thoughts were 808/1080 combo. Any other thoughts?

2010-01-06 11:17 PM

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tasr - 2010-01-06 6:39 PM

I am thinking about renting some Zipp wheels for EM.

My thoughts were 808/1080 combo. Any other thoughts?

I was thinking of the same thing.. but not 100% sure of the combo I should use. I'm curious to hear opinions and tips.

JorgeM

2010-01-07 8:31 AM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

Dlaxman31 - 2010-01-06 11:17 PM

tasr - 2010-01-06 6:39 PM

I am thinking about renting some Zipp wheels for EM.

My thoughts were 808/1080 combo. Any other thoughts?

I was thinking of the same thing.. but not 100% sure of the combo I should use. I'm curious to hear opinions and tips.

I am probably going to race with a disc + jet 90 (or hed 3), clinchers with latex tubes

2010-01-07 8:37 AM

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Master

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

Going with a disc + HED3.

2010-01-07 8:41 AM

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Subject: RE: EagleMan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon : Official Thread

This is my first year racing a HIM and also my first Eagleman. I'm fairly familiar with the course (I went to school on the Eastern Shore of MD). I recently got aero bars for Christmas and plan to add those to the bike this spring. Do you guys think its worth it time wise to rent aero wheels for the race?

I'm going to really just complete the race as a goal and I'm sure I'll have a time estimate later in the season.