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 2009-11-03 11:53 AM in reply to: #2495338 |
Champion  19812     MA |  Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Threadkristinc0916 - 2009-11-03 12:16 PM KathyG - 2009-11-03 11:56 AM Tips for spectating on the bike: Last two times I went to watch IMFL we spectated on the bike course near the bike turn around. It is a great place to watch folks as you can place yourself where your racer pass by twice. For those of you with family that want to see you my recommendation is to have them watch you swim and go off on the bike, then drive out to intersection of 2301 and 388 towards the turn around for special needs. They can see you twice on that little out and back. Ideally they can drive out to that spot down 388 the opposite way of the bikers, normally we would see the pros coming down 388 as we drove out. Park on the other side of 2301 where racers don't go. It is a little farther than half way on the bike. Nice thing is you catch folks after they make a right hand corner so they are going a little slower and then you see then again after the turn around some 20-25' later. Thanks for the tip - if my girls will stop building sand castles and playing in the pool, it may be a plan I looked here and it is about mile 68 and again at mile 76 which helps spectators time when to get out there. |
| 2009-11-03 2:14 PM in reply to: #2494783 |
Extreme Veteran 572 | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread ShawnFromNorfolk - 2009-11-03 7:39 AM jjcnbg - 2009-11-03 7:04 AM Just woke up in PCB. Water looks like glass. Feels good to finally be here. Long drive though! 53 degrees this morning so it's a little chilly. For those staying at the Shores it looks great. Other then a few ants last night the condo and the building look great. I post more later but I am going for my first breakfast in PCB. Starting my 12 hour drive tonight! Also staying at the Shores, I think I'm on the 10th floor if my memory serves. Let us know if you find any good bfast/lunch/dinner places!Forecast 73/57 Water Temp 70 degrees 3 Days 23 Hours 55 Minutes..... Super secret breakfast place right next to the Shores called "The Waffle House"  I was starving for breakfast after an all night drive so it hit the spot. We had pineapple willie's for lunch. They had a decent grilled chicken sandwich. We are trying to decide on dinner. Spent $300 at Walmart so we should probably eat in but oh well.Spent the day at Walmart stocking up, then we took a walk on the beach down to the race start. I am not going to lie to you the construction in front of the hotel sucks! Not quite sure how it is going to work on race day. Otherwise it is a beautiful day. 75 degrees right now and a bit windy. Wind didn't start until about 1:30. I have met some very nice people so far but there are a lot of pumped up people in spandex riding/running around. In addition, it looks like the Shores must be the go to spot for oversea's competitors because I have never seen so many speedo's in my life. That's all for now, I am going to get back to a little relaxing. |
| 2009-11-03 2:57 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Veteran 258 Long Island | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread JJ – I’m staying at the shores, but not looking forward to the European invasion. Thanks for the laugh. |
| 2009-11-03 3:48 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
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| 2009-11-03 3:54 PM in reply to: #2494841 |
| New user 84 | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread boryloco - 2009-11-03 9:07 AM You must have just issed me in teh picture iwas biking through there at 0553. I was looking up to see you.Dang! I'll look for you again.  Mr Steve |
| 2009-11-03 4:13 PM in reply to: #2495968 |
| New user 84 | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread I think Ironman City/Village/Etc is all ready to take your money. http://www.flickr.com/photos/16265993@N03/4072686733/ Ready to go swimming tomorrow and Thursday.. Still trying to figure out where the finish line will be. Bike rakes are all assembled at the Boardwalk. Looks like the nightclub next to spinnaker will be the finish line area. Workers are putting up scaffolding in front of the place. Looking forward to seeing everyone Mr Steve |
| 2009-11-03 4:30 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Veteran 273 Virginia Beach | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread Wrapping things up around the house before I get on my way .. gonna be a looooong night lol. The anticipation and excitement of getting there should get me through the night! |
| 2009-11-03 4:32 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Extreme Veteran 399 Long Beach, CA | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread Wrapping up at work -heading home to pack! Should hit the ground in PCB around 3PM - see everyone there ! woot woot!  |
| 2009-11-03 4:50 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Champion 19812 MA | Subject: IMFL- Meet Ups BT Meet ups: Gatorade Swim Thursday & Friday 9am Thursday Lunch 11:45am Liza's Kitchen www.lovelizas.com 7328 Thomas Dr Panama City, FL 32408-7540 (850) 233-9000 Friday evening after volunteers meeting about 6:30 pm Mellow Mushroom. 8746 Thomas Drive. Panama City Beach, FL 32408. United States. (850) 235-2811 Just show up and we will try to sit together as much as possible Questions PM me for my cell number Edited by KathyG 2009-11-03 4:55 PM |
| 2009-11-03 5:04 PM in reply to: #2496062 |
Member 13 | Subject: RE: IMFL- Meet Ups Just finished packing my bike and almost done with the rest of my luggage. Got my massage this morning...ready for the long trip from Hawaii to Florida. See you Thursday morning!!! Edited by U2AV8R 2009-11-03 5:04 PM |
| 2009-11-03 5:32 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Master 1591 San Diego, CA | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread Wishing all of you IMFL folks a great race. Travel safe and have a good time. I'll be watching at home. |
| 2009-11-03 6:34 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Expert 764 | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread The car is halfway packed and I'm ready to get on the road tomorrow! I think the excitement is finally setting in! |
| 2009-11-03 8:42 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Extreme Veteran 580 | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread Ok, time to pack. We are heading out tomorrow morning at 4:30 a.m. and should be arriving in PCB before dinner. Can't wait! I think I am starting to feel the first round of butterflies! Looking forward to seeing everyone at 9 am on Thursday! |
| 2009-11-03 9:10 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Expert 830 Chesapeake, VA | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread |
| 2009-11-03 9:11 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Veteran 160 Salt Lake City, UT | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread WHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOPPPPPPPPPPP!!!!!!!!!! WHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO000PPPPPP!!! k...feel better. Hope to see and meet you on Thursday am. How 'bout that weather forecast!!??!!! |
| 2009-11-03 9:31 PM in reply to: #2495738 |
| Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread jjcnbg - 2009-11-03 3:14 PM ShawnFromNorfolk - 2009-11-03 7:39 AM jjcnbg - 2009-11-03 7:04 I have met some very nice people so far but there are a lot of pumped up people in spandex riding/running around. In addition, it looks like the Shores must be the go to spot for oversea's competitors because I have never seen so many speedo's in my life. That's all for now, I am going to get back to a little relaxing. Arrived today to a beautiful day in PCB. We are staying at the Shores also...and I laughed when I read your post. I thought my family and the staff were the only English speaking "folks" here. Hope to run into you and chat a little I'll be at the swim Thursday am...in my orange BT shirt. Safe travels everyone...our day is almost here. |
| 2009-11-03 9:36 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Veteran 107 Virginia | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread Finishing up the last minute work and packing stuff and hitting the airport for a noon flight. RIC>CLT>TLH then meeting my folks in Tallahassee and PCB bound. Should be in around dinner time. Staying at the Shores too, so I will make sure and bring my speedo to fit in! |
| 2009-11-03 9:41 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Extreme Veteran 481 The Land of Mickey-Orlando | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread Bags are packed...bike is ready. Picked up my training partner's luggage and will completely pack the car tomorrow morning after I drop my golden off at the vet for boarding. We will be on the road at 930am after finishing boot camp classes...in PCB by 230pm I hope!! Staying at the Boardwalk!! Can't wait to meet up with everyone!! Very excited |
| 2009-11-03 11:38 PM in reply to: #1842836 |
Veteran 273 Virginia Beach | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread Its almost 1am, departure time! See you in 12 hours! |
| 2009-11-04 3:35 AM in reply to: #2496485 |
Regular 70 in a pool, on a bike, or up the trail | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread ShawnFromNorfolk - 2009-11-04 12:38 AM Its almost 1am, departure time! See you in 12 hours! 4:30 AM: I should still be asleep, but 1.5 hours is apparently all I'm gonna get. Rolling out an hour early. Gotta get to Atlanta (2.5 hours south) solo, then picking up my copilot at airport. She can drive while I try to sleep, which isn't likely. I really hope I get some kind or rest between now and Sunday! I'm just not cut out for this kind of thing.  |
| 2009-11-04 4:21 AM in reply to: #2496518 |
| New user 84 | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread dobovedo - 2009-11-04 4:35 AM 4:30 AM: I should still be asleep, but 1.5 hours is apparently all I'm gonna get. Rolling out an hour early. Gotta get to Atlanta (2.5 hours south) solo, then picking up my copilot at airport. She can drive while I try to sleep, which isn't likely. I really hope I get some kind or rest between now and Sunday! I'm just not cut out for this kind of thing. get some rest. It is 4:19AM here in PCB. Decided to start getting up at 4:00am PCB time for the rest of the week. Rather than a rude awakening on Sat. Eating my pre-race breakfast...might as well as practice that. Ready to swim today. Hope you get some rest on the way down here. Mr Steve |
| 2009-11-04 4:24 AM in reply to: #2496521 |
| New user 84 | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread We are up to 92 pages. Wasn't the goal 100? I think we are closing in...only a little bit further to go...just need to keep posting and posting and posting...finish line will be within sight soon... Mr Steve |
| 2009-11-04 4:26 AM in reply to: #2496355 |
| New user 84 | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread mattajw - 2009-11-03 10:10 PM I am here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Finally after 14 hour drive. Safe travels everyone. Welcome to PCB! Mr Steve |
| 2009-11-04 4:32 AM in reply to: #1842836 |
Veteran 209 Windermere, FL | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread Anyone ever see the Walt Disney World commercial with the grown man lying in bed with his wife where he says, "I"m too excited to sleep..."? That's me! I've been up since 5am. I'm too excited to sleep! See everyone soon! Theresa |
| 2009-11-04 5:01 AM in reply to: #1842836 |
Veteran 107 Virginia | Subject: RE: Ironman Florida : Official Thread Signed up for Race - Check Made Travel and Lodging Plans - Check Training Done - Check, Check, Check ....... Bike Tuned Up - Check Bike and Gear Bag Shipped - Check Finish all the last minute work stuff - Check Pack - Check Fly to Florida - (today at Noon) Become an Ironman - (Sometime before Midnight on 11/7) Looks like all the hard work is already done! See you all tomorrow AM for the pre-swim
Brad
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