IronMan Cozumel : Official Thread (Page 8)

I would get a hard case. They are not cheap, trisports.com has some. Maybe you know someone that has one you can borrow?

Rent one.  If you train in a group maybe someone has one you can borrow or check with a couple of local shops to see if they rent them.  This ironman stuff is getting expensive.

There's enough light out there, and the road is smooth enough, that I don't think you really need to worry about carrying light.  You may want to put one in your special needs bag just in case...but I think you'll be fine without it.  Good luck!

Had a nice OWS today did 2 miles and felt good. Got caught by a rogue wave. Made me laugh. Then I kicked something pretty big in the water wish I could have seen it but I kicked it with both feet. Definitely got my attention.

Thanks for the response! Yes, I think I will put one in my special needs bag just in case. Any other tips are appreciated  ;-)

Get a soft case- you can possibly get out of paying the overweight limit.  My bike weighed 35 lbs when I checked it- and that was with a ton of bubble wrap and packing paper packed in the case. Granted mine is full carbon adn a 48cm frame, but still.  Jon's big heavy Giant road bike was under the 50 lbs as well which was awesome.

I am telling you- soft case is the way to go!!  Our bike cases were awesome and Jon carried both of our bikes- one on each shoulder!

This is the brand we used- the cases are extremely durable and our bikes were A-OK.  These cases are awesome and definitely worth the money!  Google them to read all the GREAT reviews!
http://pikapackworks.com/

Edited by runnergirl 2010-09-07 9:34 AM

Interesting info on the soft bike case.  I need to get a bike case as well.

What are people planning to wear for the swim in light of the new WTC rules?  Seems like a few companies have produced "speedsuits" that are WTC-legal, but if they are textile-only, not sure if they will help at all.  I am a weaker swimmer, so if there is a legal suit out there that might help me out, I'm inclined to get it.

I'm probably just wearing a tri suit. *shrug*

Board shorts lol no swim suit I plan on changing at each transition. Going to start each time with something dry. That is my game plan but I'm sure it will change. Trying to avoid the chaffing issues. Hey has anybody said it is still hot here. Lost 6# running this am put in an easy 16 and looked like I had been swimming. lol My brother in DC keeps telling me how nice it is up there. Hope he gets a flat. lol

You guys should get fired up had another awesome ows today. Water was so clear it was like I was in the Keys. Cant wait to see Cozumel. Made it like tracking in the pool. lol

I did about 1 mile OWS yesterday and there was a bit of a storm rolling around. Every few minutes a big set would come by and roll me if I was in mid stroke.
I also saw one decent sized fish, but he was too far for me to figure out what he was. 

I'm a weak swimmer also and was just planning on wearing a one-piece tri suit if I can find one that fits well.  If not then I am also thinking about doing the same thing as fireman and changing at each transition. Then I would just wear swim shorts, cycling bib & shirt, and then my daisy duke running shorts and tank top.

Helloooo, nurse.

Just signed in to the forum. 
This will be my first long distance race.  I need all the help and advice I can get an in return I would love to supply any local information you need about Cozumel.  I have lived here for 10 years and work in the tourist industry here so I am a pleathora of Cozumel knowledge.  It is not a big place but feel free give me a shout if you need any tidbits from a local!

How about some pre-race restaurant recommendations?  My hotel's all-inclusive, but I wouldn't mind venturing out if there's a good spot to hit up the day or two before the race.

Oooh! I want help. I am coming with my wife, daughter, 2 friends who are racing and my aunt and uncle.
So....Although we are staying at an all-inclusive. My wife and I plan on getting out and about on the mainland the week after the race. Also, planning on going for a dive after the race.  Any dive shops that run dive and snorkeling trips at the same time so my wife, and daughter can snorkel while I dive?
 

Ok I didn't scan through the 10 pages to see if this has already been asked, but now that we are close, where is everyone staying?

Me and Family: Occidental Allegro

I am staying here: http://www.cozumel.tc/rental-homes-listing/miramar-404-two-bedroom/

Got a 2 bedroom because I thought my brother might want to tag along but looks like I may end up having it all to myself .

Staying at the Palace with wife, daughter, Aunt and Uncle.
Hope to food is good. 

Out of curiosity what are you guys planning to have in your bike special needs bag and run special needs bag...for me my first item on the run bag is BUG SPRAY and some salty chips ( I crave them usually on the bike)...but what else?

I can't believe it is so close now!!! WOW! how is everyone's training going? I just took a little break from swimming and biking as I went to Key West but I did do running...now back to my second job...biking, swimming..running...;-)

Scubatony:  Welcome!  How great to have your first IM at home.  Here's my biggest advice for your first IM - soak it all up and enjoy!  I second the request for restaurant recommendations.

We're staying at the Presidente Intercontinental.

I am now investing a small fortune in swim lessons.  Luckily, I live close to Boulder, and it's fairly easy to find pros willing to give AGers a swim lesson for a little cash.

Back on the bike case question, does anyone have a Aerus Biospeed?  It's another soft case that gets good reviews.  I'm interested in trying to avoid the oversize baggage fee and getting something that will fit into a rental car.

Anyone else coming from a colder climate?  We're having a heat wave right now in Denver, but the cold weather is sure to come eventually.  Worried I am going to lose my heat acclimatization before the race. We're not arriving until Fri, so arriving early to acclimate isn't an option.
 

Hello Iron-gang!!
This is Alex from Toronto Canada where fall is in the air already.
I did get a chance to read some of the pages previous to this post and last years' race reports.

All I have to say is thank you for the advise and for sharing the experience.

I used to live in Cancun back in the late 90's and I used to see the 70.3 being held right on the hotel strip! Who would have guessed that I was going to race an Ironman just across the ocean in Cozumel 10 years later. That is the power of triathlon!

I know is late to recommend accommodation for anyone but if it helps, we got a $400.00 deal for my wife and I for 4 nights at the Wyndham Cozumel (5 mins away from the swimstart) through e-bay. It is a condo rental with kitchenette and won't need to deal with time-share people because we will visit as "owners" of the unit. Let me know if you need assistance with a similar deal.

The clock keeps ticking and the waves are waiting...

Talk to you soon.

Alex