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 2015-04-30 1:32 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Master  4452   |  Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?)Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by jmkizer PSA: Campmor 20% of bike clothing. All those doing IM Copenhagen (Kirsten), you might want to consider the Copenhagen jersey (OK, so maybe a bit girly for you but the name is a winner!)
Hey, I actually kinda like it! Too bad my budget for all things triathlon is currently $0.00 It's not for TRIATHLON! It's for CYCLING So is the cyclist all kitted up a woman looking at the woman in a dress thinking, "Where is her helmet?!" or is it a man about to hit a pothole because he's distracted by the babe on a bike? He's also not wearing a helmet. It's a headband and he's got a huge green 'fro Ummm. I think that the green is a tree and I think that that it's a cycling cap on his head. You do make a good point, though, it's really a DISCUSSION PIECE, not tri gear. Hahaha! Here's the back, she's wearing open toe sandals!
Shoot, now I REALLY like it. |
| 2015-04-30 1:33 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
812  Katy, Texas | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by IndoIronYanti Originally posted by Jet Black Yanti, I'm so sorry. {MELON PRESS} and SUPER CONGRATS on TX 70.3 ... you smoked it! Way to put the JETS ON! Jetsons?
I could use a robot. |
| 2015-04-30 1:34 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by jmkizer PSA: Campmor 20% of bike clothing. All those doing IM Copenhagen (Kirsten), you might want to consider the Copenhagen jersey (OK, so maybe a bit girly for you but the name is a winner!)
Hey, I actually kinda like it! Too bad my budget for all things triathlon is currently $0.00 It's not for TRIATHLON! It's for CYCLING So is the cyclist all kitted up a woman looking at the woman in a dress thinking, "Where is her helmet?!" or is it a man about to hit a pothole because he's distracted by the babe on a bike? He's also not wearing a helmet. It's a headband and he's got a huge green 'fro Ummm. I think that the green is a tree and I think that that it's a cycling cap on his head. You do make a good point, though, it's really a DISCUSSION PIECE, not tri gear. Hahaha! Here's the back, she's wearing open toe sandals!
It's confirmed. That is definitely a fro and not a tree. The woman behind has heels on. And her top... |
| 2015-04-30 1:45 PM in reply to: IronOx |
Member 2689 Denver, CO | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by laffinrock I need a push to get going with some structured training so I need to get registered for a tri. I can't decide between two races and can't do them both, so I need a bit of advice. One is July 18 and is the same course as the first one I did last year, and the other is on July 26 up in the mountains. They're roughly the same distances (750 m/12 mi./3 mi.). The main differences are (a) the mountain one starts at about 2,000 ft. higher and (b) the mountain bike leg is about 2/3 climbing rollers and 1/3 descending rollers with a total elevation gain of 1,536 ft. vs. the relatively gentle rollers for the other race that were challenging but not killer last year. I'm leaning toward the mountain one but am also a little intimidated. What think you, Manatees? Which one is more apt to keep you on scheduled training? Either one. I just need a goal at this point. I'd probably have to train harder for the 2nd one though. Just looked at the run deets and it looks a lot more interesting. Dirt roads, trails, paved, boardwalk, stairs, short up then mostly down. The other has just a paved MUP that's fairly flat. |
| 2015-04-30 1:47 PM in reply to: laffinrock |
Master 4452 | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by laffinrock I need a push to get going with some structured training so I need to get registered for a tri. I can't decide between two races and can't do them both, so I need a bit of advice. One is July 18 and is the same course as the first one I did last year, and the other is on July 26 up in the mountains. They're roughly the same distances (750 m/12 mi./3 mi.). The main differences are (a) the mountain one starts at about 2,000 ft. higher and (b) the mountain bike leg is about 2/3 climbing rollers and 1/3 descending rollers with a total elevation gain of 1,536 ft. vs. the relatively gentle rollers for the other race that were challenging but not killer last year. I'm leaning toward the mountain one but am also a little intimidated. What think you, Manatees? Which one is more apt to keep you on scheduled training? Either one. I just need a goal at this point. I'd probably have to train harder for the 2nd one though. Just looked at the run deets and it looks a lot more interesting. Dirt roads, trails, paved, boardwalk, stairs, short up then mostly down. The other has just a paved MUP that's fairly flat. Kinda sounds like you have already made up your mind |
| 2015-04-30 1:49 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Member 2689 Denver, CO | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by jmkizer PSA: Campmor 20% of bike clothing. All those doing IM Copenhagen (Kirsten), you might want to consider the Copenhagen jersey (OK, so maybe a bit girly for you but the name is a winner!)
Hey, I actually kinda like it! Too bad my budget for all things triathlon is currently $0.00 It's not for TRIATHLON! It's for CYCLING So is the cyclist all kitted up a woman looking at the woman in a dress thinking, "Where is her helmet?!" or is it a man about to hit a pothole because he's distracted by the babe on a bike? He's also not wearing a helmet. It's a headband and he's got a huge green 'fro Ummm. I think that the green is a tree and I think that that it's a cycling cap on his head. You do make a good point, though, it's really a DISCUSSION PIECE, not tri gear. Hahaha! Here's the back, she's wearing open toe sandals!
It's confirmed. That is definitely a fro and not a tree. The woman behind has heels on. And her top... That guy is definitely headed for a pothole or a car door or some traffic furniture. With that kind of cleavage, there's no way he's paying attention to where he's going. Either that or his head is being pushed that far around because his hair is acting as a sail in a strong wind. I'm starting to think I might buy this obnoxious thing because it would make me laugh every time I wore it! |
| 2015-04-30 1:49 PM in reply to: IronOx |
Master 9705 Raleigh, NC area | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by laffinrock I need a push to get going with some structured training so I need to get registered for a tri. I can't decide between two races and can't do them both, so I need a bit of advice. One is July 18 and is the same course as the first one I did last year, and the other is on July 26 up in the mountains. They're roughly the same distances (750 m/12 mi./3 mi.). The main differences are (a) the mountain one starts at about 2,000 ft. higher and (b) the mountain bike leg is about 2/3 climbing rollers and 1/3 descending rollers with a total elevation gain of 1,536 ft. vs. the relatively gentle rollers for the other race that were challenging but not killer last year. I'm leaning toward the mountain one but am also a little intimidated. What think you, Manatees? Which one is more apt to keep you on scheduled training? Either one. I just need a goal at this point. I'd probably have to train harder for the 2nd one though. Just looked at the run deets and it looks a lot more interesting. Dirt roads, trails, paved, boardwalk, stairs, short up then mostly down. The other has just a paved MUP that's fairly flat. Kinda sounds like you have already made up your mind +1 DOOO EEET!!! |
| 2015-04-30 3:42 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Veteran 2842 Austin, Texas | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Agree on the DOOOO EEEEETTT!!!!!! Also, my RR from Galveston is here. An opus magnum, of sorts. By far the longest I've written (maybe ever written), but I wanted to put what lessons I learned into print. This was a high yield race for me, from that perspective. So, if you have the better part of a six pack of good beer to get through - and NO other good social options on the immediate horizon - cozy up with a tale of fire ants, hail and heat on the race course... Matt
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| 2015-04-30 4:58 PM in reply to: #5095426 |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Mary if that's silverthorne vs aurora reservoir I'd abso-friggin-lutely go with silverthorne. Way better scenery and an amazing new challenge |
| 2015-04-30 5:54 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Veteran 2441 Western Australia | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by jmkizer Mary the mountain one sounds WAY more interesting and like it's spinning your wheels more. My one question would be are all your sore spots up for it, especially your hip? If you think the answer to that is yes then definitely DOOOOO EEEEEEET!Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by laffinrock I need a push to get going with some structured training so I need to get registered for a tri. I can't decide between two races and can't do them both, so I need a bit of advice. One is July 18 and is the same course as the first one I did last year, and the other is on July 26 up in the mountains. They're roughly the same distances (750 m/12 mi./3 mi.). The main differences are (a) the mountain one starts at about 2,000 ft. higher and (b) the mountain bike leg is about 2/3 climbing rollers and 1/3 descending rollers with a total elevation gain of 1,536 ft. vs. the relatively gentle rollers for the other race that were challenging but not killer last year. I'm leaning toward the mountain one but am also a little intimidated. What think you, Manatees? Which one is more apt to keep you on scheduled training?  Either one. I just need a goal at this point. I'd probably have to train harder for the 2nd one though. Just looked at the run deets and it looks a lot more interesting. Dirt roads, trails, paved, boardwalk, stairs, short up then mostly down. The other has just a paved MUP that's fairly flat. Kinda sounds like you have already made up your mind +1 DOOO EEET!!! |
| 2015-04-30 8:09 PM in reply to: StaceyK |
| Master 10208 Northern IL | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by StaceyK Originally posted by jmkizer Mary the mountain one sounds WAY more interesting and like it's spinning your wheels more. My one question would be are all your sore spots up for it, especially your hip? If you think the answer to that is yes then definitely DOOOOO EEEEEEET! Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by laffinrock I need a push to get going with some structured training so I need to get registered for a tri. I can't decide between two races and can't do them both, so I need a bit of advice. One is July 18 and is the same course as the first one I did last year, and the other is on July 26 up in the mountains. They're roughly the same distances (750 m/12 mi./3 mi.). The main differences are (a) the mountain one starts at about 2,000 ft. higher and (b) the mountain bike leg is about 2/3 climbing rollers and 1/3 descending rollers with a total elevation gain of 1,536 ft. vs. the relatively gentle rollers for the other race that were challenging but not killer last year. I'm leaning toward the mountain one but am also a little intimidated. What think you, Manatees? Which one is more apt to keep you on scheduled training? Either one. I just need a goal at this point. I'd probably have to train harder for the 2nd one though. Just looked at the run deets and it looks a lot more interesting. Dirt roads, trails, paved, boardwalk, stairs, short up then mostly down. The other has just a paved MUP that's fairly flat. Kinda sounds like you have already made up your mind +1 DOOO EEET!!! Curious about that too. Also with the "mountain bike" part. |
| 2015-05-01 9:23 AM in reply to: laffinrock |
Member 2098 Simsbury, Connecticut | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by laffinrock I need a push to get going with some structured training so I need to get registered for a tri. I can't decide between two races and can't do them both, so I need a bit of advice. One is July 18 and is the same course as the first one I did last year, and the other is on July 26 up in the mountains. They're roughly the same distances (750 m/12 mi./3 mi.). The main differences are (a) the mountain one starts at about 2,000 ft. higher and (b) the mountain bike leg is about 2/3 climbing rollers and 1/3 descending rollers with a total elevation gain of 1,536 ft. vs. the relatively gentle rollers for the other race that were challenging but not killer last year. I'm leaning toward the mountain one but am also a little intimidated. What think you, Manatees? can't we do both?! :D HAPPY FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
| 2015-05-01 10:00 AM in reply to: brigby1 |
Member 2689 Denver, CO | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by brigby1 Originally posted by StaceyK Originally posted by jmkizer Mary the mountain one sounds WAY more interesting and like it's spinning your wheels more. My one question would be are all your sore spots up for it, especially your hip? If you think the answer to that is yes then definitely DOOOOO EEEEEEET! Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by IronOx Originally posted by laffinrock I need a push to get going with some structured training so I need to get registered for a tri. I can't decide between two races and can't do them both, so I need a bit of advice. One is July 18 and is the same course as the first one I did last year, and the other is on July 26 up in the mountains. They're roughly the same distances (750 m/12 mi./3 mi.). The main differences are (a) the mountain one starts at about 2,000 ft. higher and (b) the mountain bike leg is about 2/3 climbing rollers and 1/3 descending rollers with a total elevation gain of 1,536 ft. vs. the relatively gentle rollers for the other race that were challenging but not killer last year. I'm leaning toward the mountain one but am also a little intimidated. What think you, Manatees? Which one is more apt to keep you on scheduled training? Either one. I just need a goal at this point. I'd probably have to train harder for the 2nd one though. Just looked at the run deets and it looks a lot more interesting. Dirt roads, trails, paved, boardwalk, stairs, short up then mostly down. The other has just a paved MUP that's fairly flat. Kinda sounds like you have already made up your mind +1 DOOO EEET!!! Curious about that too. Also with the "mountain bike" part. To clarify, it's the bike leg of the mountain tri. It's all on paved roads. As for whether my sore spots are up for it, that's what's making me hesitate. I'm never really completely without discomfort (not calling it pain; it's not quite to that level). Although I feel stronger than last year, I do have more discomfort on a regular basis, which I can mostly manage with foam rolling and massage. TJ, it's the YOLO at Aurora Res. vs. Evergreen. DH looked at last year's results and for my AG, bike speeds were 11-17 mph and run times were approx. 22-40 min., mostly in the 27-30 min. range. Just looked at Silverthorne and although it's at 8,700 ft., both the bike and run have almost 0' elevation gain. Bike speeds were 11.5-21.5 mph and runs were approx. 29-46 min. I guess it could be a compromise option. |
| 2015-05-01 1:40 PM in reply to: laffinrock |
Master 9705 Raleigh, NC area | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Racing Manatees! A listing of Manatee Races, Rides and Runs and other events |
| 2015-05-01 1:42 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Member 2098 Simsbury, Connecticut | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by jmkizer Racing Manatees! A listing of Manatee Races, Rides and Runs and other events GOOOOOO TEAMMMMMMMM!!! (LOL Love MR Matt!) |
| 2015-05-01 1:49 PM in reply to: mtnbikerchk |
Veteran 1100 Dayton | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Does anyone race with elastic laces? I'm watching a lot of the WTS races, and how the pros do transitions. One of the things that stands out to me is that they don't tie their shoes, but have elastic laces. I know I lose time due to that, for sure. I should probably switch from road bike shoes to tri bike shoes also so I can have them set up on the bike already. |
| 2015-05-01 1:57 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Master 9705 Raleigh, NC area | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by jmkizer Racing Manatees! A listing of Manatee Races, Rides and Runs and other events OMG! I got TJ's birthday down but not her MARATHON! TJ - Colorado Marathon on Sunday! |
| 2015-05-01 1:59 PM in reply to: ponderingfox |
| Master 10208 Northern IL | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by ponderingfox Does anyone race with elastic laces? I'm watching a lot of the WTS races, and how the pros do transitions. One of the things that stands out to me is that they don't tie their shoes, but have elastic laces. I know I lose time due to that, for sure. I should probably switch from road bike shoes to tri bike shoes also so I can have them set up on the bike already. I do. Whatever is on the Altra 3-sum. This one is like Yankz, but they actually work ok. Previous uses of that kind cut off circulation or were too loose. I used Xtenex for a couple years and those did alright. Little tricky to get it set up just right at first to be loose enough to get in, but tight enough to hold the foot well. Once you get it you never have to adjust again though. |
| 2015-05-01 2:23 PM in reply to: ponderingfox |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by ponderingfox Does anyone race with elastic laces? I'm watching a lot of the WTS races, and how the pros do transitions. One of the things that stands out to me is that they don't tie their shoes, but have elastic laces. I know I lose time due to that, for sure. I should probably switch from road bike shoes to tri bike shoes also so I can have them set up on the bike already. Yeah. I'd highly recommend it for triathlon. Not just for the time lost due to tying shoes in transition but also to mitigate the risk of them coming untied at any point during the run. |
| 2015-05-01 2:24 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by jmkizer Racing Manatees! A listing of Manatee Races, Rides and Runs and other events Go racers and an extra special weekend for TJ!!!! |
| 2015-05-01 2:34 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Veteran 1100 Dayton | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by ponderingfox Does anyone race with elastic laces? I'm watching a lot of the WTS races, and how the pros do transitions. One of the things that stands out to me is that they don't tie their shoes, but have elastic laces. I know I lose time due to that, for sure. I should probably switch from road bike shoes to tri bike shoes also so I can have them set up on the bike already. Yeah. I'd highly recommend it for triathlon. Not just for the time lost due to tying shoes in transition but also to mitigate the risk of them coming untied at any point during the run. What do you think about racing barefoot vs. putting socks on? |
| 2015-05-01 2:52 PM in reply to: ponderingfox |
Member 2689 Denver, CO | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by ponderingfox Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by ponderingfox Does anyone race with elastic laces? I'm watching a lot of the WTS races, and how the pros do transitions. One of the things that stands out to me is that they don't tie their shoes, but have elastic laces. I know I lose time due to that, for sure. I should probably switch from road bike shoes to tri bike shoes also so I can have them set up on the bike already. Yeah. I'd highly recommend it for triathlon. Not just for the time lost due to tying shoes in transition but also to mitigate the risk of them coming untied at any point during the run. What do you think about racing barefoot vs. putting socks on? Cycling sockless yes, running sockless no. I might consider socks on the bike if it's really cold but putting socks on wet feet is annoying. Even so, I have my socks rolled up in transition so they're easy to slip on. Then again, I'm not an AG contender and I haven't worked out all the kinks in my transitions and I'm still pretty slow. My Hoka Bondis have speed laces and I love them. I'm wearing Hoka Constants now and they didn't come with the speed laces. They came untied during my last 5 k, which was a pain. I'm thinking about switching to speed laces. |
| 2015-05-01 3:00 PM in reply to: ponderingfox |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by ponderingfox Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by ponderingfox Does anyone race with elastic laces? I'm watching a lot of the WTS races, and how the pros do transitions. One of the things that stands out to me is that they don't tie their shoes, but have elastic laces. I know I lose time due to that, for sure. I should probably switch from road bike shoes to tri bike shoes also so I can have them set up on the bike already. Yeah. I'd highly recommend it for triathlon. Not just for the time lost due to tying shoes in transition but also to mitigate the risk of them coming untied at any point during the run. What do you think about racing barefoot vs. putting socks on? Personal preference. And a cost analysis. It will save a little time but what do you sacrifice? If nothing, it's an obvious answer. If you sacrifice comfort, some skin, toenails etc then you have to weigh it out. I do it all the time as a non-triathlete. It doesn't bother me one bit for running BUT it makes my shoes smell bad.
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| 2015-05-01 3:06 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Member 2689 Denver, CO | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by jmkizer Originally posted by jmkizer Racing Manatees! A listing of Manatee Races, Rides and Runs and other events OMG! I got TJ's birthday down but not her MARATHON! TJ - Colorado Marathon on Sunday! GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO all you racy-racers!! Love to see how many of you there are! Hope the back feels better soon, Stacey. Back pain is no fun!!! TJ, have a wonderful recovery birthday the day after your marathon on Sunday. I'm looking forward to seeing you Sunday running strong at mile 23, even if you don't recognize me. Have a fun weekend, everybody. |
| 2015-05-01 3:26 PM in reply to: ponderingfox |
Extreme Veteran 2263 Ridgeland, Mississippi | Subject: RE: Manatee Mentors 2015.2 CLOSED (Poptarts? Pet pics?) Originally posted by ponderingfox Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by ponderingfox Does anyone race with elastic laces? I'm watching a lot of the WTS races, and how the pros do transitions. One of the things that stands out to me is that they don't tie their shoes, but have elastic laces. I know I lose time due to that, for sure. I should probably switch from road bike shoes to tri bike shoes also so I can have them set up on the bike already. Yeah. I'd highly recommend it for triathlon. Not just for the time lost due to tying shoes in transition but also to mitigate the risk of them coming untied at any point during the run. What do you think about racing barefoot vs. putting socks on? First thing I did when I got a new pair of shoes for tri is replace the laces with Yankz. I like them for two reasons: Also I raced sockless for everything below HIM. |
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