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 2012-06-30 2:27 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
Member  54  Bloomington, Indiana |  Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official ThreadI feel your pain, I did a 12 mile run today , my wife said "Go early and get it over with." Nope...said I need to get used to heat for Muncie. Went out at 10:30 at 97 degrees...100 when I finished..still cant get enough to drink..  |
| 2012-06-30 3:20 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
| 16 | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread I'm thinking about racing Muncie this weekend and coming into town with my wife and little girl. I know its last minute, but wanted to see if anybody knew of a hotel that would be close that might have availability. I've been calling the fairfield and the holiday inn daily hoping I'll sneak into a cancellation. Thanks for your help and I hope to see you all out there this coming weekend. Be safe in the heat. |
| 2012-06-30 3:51 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
Extreme Veteran 1136  | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread I couldn't find a room in Muncie, but ended up booking in Anderson which isn't too far out. Hopefully coming from a different direction I won't see as much traffic on race morning as well. |
| 2012-06-30 7:01 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
New user 7 Columbus | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread Does anyone know if there are any good Italian Restaraunts in Muncie? All I could find is Olive Garden and Johny Carino's. I have never heard of John Carino's but it has decent reviews. Any input from anyone?
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| 2012-07-01 2:32 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
Extreme Veteran 423 Frederick, Maryland | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread 1st weather forecast update: at the moment, it's looking like the post from CGenther with the forecast 11 days out may actually turn out to be correct if the one forecast models holds. So, here's the latest: Race start: temp 76, winds light and variable 9 AM: temp 81, Heat Index 84, winds WSW 3 mph 11 AM: temp 88, HI 91, winds W 5mph 1 PM: temp 92, HI 95, Winds WNW 5-10 mph 3 PM: temp 94, HI 97, Winds WNW 5-10 mph Humidity won't be the best with dew points in the mid 60s but at least they're not forecast to be in the 70s which would drive the HI near 100. Light winds will help on the bike but not help too much to cool us down on the run. This one model and the NWS folks are also thinking not too much in the way of clouds out there either. So, at present, probably not much relief from the sun. However, another model I'm looking at has been hinting at bringing a weak front in the area during the day on Sat. If this model turns out to be correct, there could at least be more clouds present during the race than is currently being forecast, which would help at least provide some protection from the sun. Might help to lower the temps a smidge too. But, like I said, this doesn't fall into line with the official forecast. If I see something significant (as in leaning to the other model), I'll repost. But, more than likely, not much will change during the next several days. I'll also have 3 models to look at come Wed. So expect another update later probably Weds. For now and as we've been expecting, prepare for a hot run. |
| 2012-07-01 2:38 PM in reply to: #4289256 |
Veteran 118 | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread That is good to know! Although I'm not thrilled about it. I will probably adjust my goals considerably due to that heat. Geez, I'm slow enough as it is! |
| 2012-07-01 4:05 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
Expert 1128 Fort Riley, Kansas | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread Race week is here! I am so pumped up! Will be leaving South Coastal Georgia Thursday early morning for the 14 hour drive. Just doing a few "stay loose" workouts the rest of the week |
| 2012-07-01 4:17 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
| New user 30 | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread anyone camping at Prairie Creek Reservoir and campground? |
| 2012-07-01 4:36 PM in reply to: #4289256 |
New user 7 Columbus | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread Great breakdown of the weather sbrdave! |
| 2012-07-01 5:16 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
Member 54 Bloomington, Indiana | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread Adjusting my goals as well due to the heat..
Previous goal: Finish while still having a pulse Current goal: Finish |
| 2012-07-01 5:19 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
Extreme Veteran 1136 | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread Thanks SBRDave for the weather info. Not exactly the greatest news, but it's sure better than the heat we're dealing with right now! I took the Desoto cool wings for another run this afternoon; 107 degrees. Last time I brought a small handheld non-insulated water bottle to squirt on myself, but this time I took a full size Camelbak chill bottle instead. I have to say that with the icewater on my head, shoulders, and arms, plus the cool wings retaining the water and helping with evaporative cooling I really did feel good. I will normally slow down significantly in extreme heat but with this setup I ran a 5-miler averaging sub 7:30mm and my HR and RPE were completely normal. I think I will attempt to carry the bottle during the race and try refilling with ice and water at the aid stations. |
| 2012-07-01 5:29 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
| Member 132 | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread We were cotemplating camping, but the wife talked me into a hotel. Part of me is getting excited and part is well ** u know. |
| 2012-07-01 5:38 PM in reply to: #4289426 |
Extreme Veteran 423 Frederick, Maryland | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread wbattaile - 2012-07-01 6:19 PM Thanks SBRDave for the weather info. Not exactly the greatest news, but it's sure better than the heat we're dealing with right now! I took the Desoto cool wings for another run this afternoon; 107 degrees. Last time I brought a small handheld non-insulated water bottle to squirt on myself, but this time I took a full size Camelbak chill bottle instead. I have to say that with the icewater on my head, shoulders, and arms, plus the cool wings retaining the water and helping with evaporative cooling I really did feel good. I will normally slow down significantly in extreme heat but with this setup I ran a 5-miler averaging sub 7:30mm and my HR and RPE were completely normal. I think I will attempt to carry the bottle during the race and try refilling with ice and water at the aid stations. No problem. Hopefully they'll have ice on the run. One thing the pros swear by is to put ice down your shorts. Heard from military guys in the desert that this works as well to cool your core down. I'm debating wearing my club jersey or DeSoto cooling top. I ran at Eagleman with the former and did well in the run. Temps were a bit lower though. Will take the DeSoto top and decide Thur night. BTW, yeah, I hear ya - ran a 6.5 miler in 100 degree heat, HI 111, on Friday and I slowed WAY down. At least for the moment we shouldn't be facing that. To jullian_o and everyone else - Yeah, getting excited about racing despite the weather! Easy week planned to keep active but to let everything recover and be fresh come race day. Lookin' forward to it! |
| 2012-07-01 5:40 PM in reply to: #4289426 |
Extreme Veteran 423 Frederick, Maryland | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread wbattaile: " I will normally slow down significantly in extreme heat but with this setup I ran a 5-miler averaging sub 7:30mm and my HR and RPE were completely normal." Well, glad you're not in my AG with THAT pace  |
| 2012-07-01 5:53 PM in reply to: #4289454 |
Expert 1128 Fort Riley, Kansas | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread sbrdave - 2012-07-01 6:38 PM wbattaile - 2012-07-01 6:19 PM No problem. Hopefully they'll have ice on the run. One thing the pros swear by is to put ice down your shorts. Heard from military guys in the desert that this works as well to cool your core down. I'm debating wearing my club jersey or DeSoto cooling top. I ran at Eagleman with the former and did well in the run. Temps were a bit lower though. Will take the DeSoto top and decide Thur night. BTW, yeah, I hear ya - ran a 6.5 miler in 100 degree heat, HI 111, on Friday and I slowed WAY down. At least for the moment we shouldn't be facing that. To jullian_o and everyone else - Yeah, getting excited about racing despite the weather! Easy week planned to keep active but to let everything recover and be fresh come race day. Lookin' forward to it! Thanks SBRDave for the weather info. Not exactly the greatest news, but it's sure better than the heat we're dealing with right now! I took the Desoto cool wings for another run this afternoon; 107 degrees. Last time I brought a small handheld non-insulated water bottle to squirt on myself, but this time I took a full size Camelbak chill bottle instead. I have to say that with the icewater on my head, shoulders, and arms, plus the cool wings retaining the water and helping with evaporative cooling I really did feel good. I will normally slow down significantly in extreme heat but with this setup I ran a 5-miler averaging sub 7:30mm and my HR and RPE were completely normal. I think I will attempt to carry the bottle during the race and try refilling with ice and water at the aid stations. Have to correct you because it really bothers me like nails on a chalk board. My name is JILLIAN not JULLIAN. I am a woman, JILLIAN is a women's name, JULLIAN or JULIEN is a man's name. I am 29 years old and have been correcting people since I was in kindergarten. I was hoping with the popularity of The Biggest Loser and Jillian Micheals being on that show would change, but my name still get botched. |
| 2012-07-01 6:00 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
Expert 1128 Fort Riley, Kansas | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread In regard to the heat on the run. They have cups of ice at every aid station along with ice cold sponges. I used the sponges last year but won't this year because they made my sock a wet mess and I had a mild form of trench foot after the race. I am going with a hat instead of a visor, and will be putting ice in my hat, in my tri top, and in my shorts. The large veins in your upper legs, keep them cool with ice and cold water and that will lower your internal temperature. |
| 2012-07-01 6:05 PM in reply to: #4289468 |
Extreme Veteran 423 Frederick, Maryland | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread jillian_o - 2012-07-01 6:53 PM Have to correct you because it really bothers me like nails on a chalk board. My name is JILLIAN not JULLIAN. I am a woman, JILLIAN is a women's name, JULLIAN or JULIEN is a man's name. I am 29 years old and have been correcting people since I was in kindergarten. I was hoping with the popularity of The Biggest Loser and Jillian Micheals being on that show would change, but my name still get botched. Sorry  I mistyped even though I had just looked at your name above the post. Plus I actually know a Julian too and perhaps my fingers just automatically went to the "u" instead of the "i". My apologies. |
| 2012-07-01 7:22 PM in reply to: #4289454 |
Extreme Veteran 1136 | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread sbrdave - 2012-07-01 5:38 PM One thing the pros swear by is to put ice down your shorts. Did not know that and I am former military! I got out before the current desert goings-on though so maybe that's why I have never heard about it. Definitely will give it a shot. Jillian- I hate the soggy sock feeling, and found that the "ultra-light" smartwool running socks will not absorb much water and you should be fine to douse them as much as you like. I have also had good luck with Feetures socks, and am actually planning on racing Muncie in these. |
| 2012-07-02 12:10 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
| Extreme Veteran 406 | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread Muncie water temp: 82. |
| 2012-07-03 4:58 AM in reply to: #3457633 |
Regular 64 Muncie, IN | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread last minute hotel...you might search any hotels or inns in New Castle, IN....or Winchester, IN.....both are closer than Anderson and easier to get to the race sight from.....good luck this weekend.... |
| 2012-07-03 7:26 AM in reply to: #3457633 |
Expert 1128 Fort Riley, Kansas | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread I'm running all my last minute errands today, since the holiday is tomorrow a lot of stuff will be closed. Leaving early Thursday morning, but since we are leaving so early it might as well be Wednesday night, leaving at 3 a.m. Will be staying at my best friend's house in Farmland |
| 2012-07-03 8:47 AM in reply to: #3457633 |
Member 38 Bham Area | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread Lake temp 85 degrees......thats a wrap folks..... Expect temps to hit 90 around 12 noon....ugh |
| 2012-07-03 8:53 AM in reply to: #4291940 |
Extreme Veteran 597 NE Ohio | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread elkboy65 - 2012-07-03 5:58 AM last minute hotel...you might search any hotels or inns in New Castle, IN....or Winchester, IN.....both are closer than Anderson and easier to get to the race sight from.....good luck this weekend.... I ended up in Anderson. How far in your estimation is it from the race site? |
| 2012-07-03 11:23 AM in reply to: #3457633 |
Veteran 125 Grand Rapids | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread I'm having trouble locating the start area from my hotel, Fairfield INN in Muncie. how long should i plan for race day morning? Thanks |
| 2012-07-03 1:41 PM in reply to: #3457633 |
Extreme Veteran 1136 | Subject: RE: Ironman 70.3 Muncie : Official Thread The good news: 90 is a lot better than 105! |
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