Manatee Mentors 2016 - Part deux (Page 83)

That is interesting. Woodlands has been a troubled spot for the last couple years. Galveston could be a good answer (and drive-able for me )

Seeing a number of "go racers ... and Sean". Ha!

How would the time gaps between full and half be? Other places are doing (or have done) both, like Chattanooga, Boulder, CdA, Muskoka. Texas may have a more limited window?

Originally posted by cdban66

Originally posted by marysia83 Guys, can you put me down to the Earth (or whatever the English expression is...) or just simply tell me if I'm being insane or reasonable: I found this event that sounds like a very fun ride. Basically, women's bike ride across two states, there are two options: 157 km or 102 km. Details here: https://pages.rapha.cc/womens100-rides/rapha-womens-100-chicago-2The longest I've ever done was 25 miles. The event is in 10 days and now that I don't have kids (they're on vacation in Poland) I can ride any day, any distance. Still - 25 miles to 63 miles (102 km option) sounds like a huge jump. The other thing is, they posted an average ride pace 17-19 mph. My best time in the race was almost 18, this year's races were under 17, so far I am around 17 (depending on traffic). But that's, once again, with a smaller distance. Is it possible to train to 60 miles within 10 days? I do not want to fail miserably and won't do it if you tell me don't - I rely completely on your knowledge and experience. Obviously, I can always do it next year. But I just thought I would gather your comments/opinions

I nearly signed up when I saw 2 donut shops! However, I decided against it.

What was stated is that it is targeted to "intermediate-level cyclist, comfortable riding safely in groups." I'm not sure how much group riding you have done in the 150 or so miles logged in the past 5 or 6 weeks. If it were just you alone, I'd say do it, as it would test you, push you, etc. Heck, my largest single day of training was about 70 miles for my century ride, so if you are comfortable on the bike for 3+ hours, than why not. HOWEVER, the group and intermediate-level aspects made me pause a moment and reconsider. I would probably look at it for next year, since it appears to be an annual event. Also, it might come in handy as your triathlon goals evolve. It could be a long training ride for you next year, built into a plan. I'm not saying that a long race is on the calendar for you next year, but I could see that happening.

Think there are a number of good things being brought up to think about. And can also show the value of looking at the facebook groups. The feeling I'm getting is that the intermediate skill and speeds can be toned down a bit. Think more trying to keep it above people just learning to ride a bike as opposed to needed to Cat up (like Sean is trying). Getting through a couple crowded triathlons with a decent sense of what's going on around you could be enough. It's still a long ways to go. And they probably would like at least some experience in pacing off others in proximity even though I don't think it'll be a regimented paceline. Think greenways may seem tighter than roads when in a group. I don't know the ones down there, but the ones out by me can get clogged up for a sec with just a few people.

Anyone following the TdF this year? I like the looks of BMC(I love me an underdog), but Sky is gonna be tough to beat.

Predictions?

That's a lot of dog!  Must be something in the air, Gunnar didn't want to get up for the walk I take him on before I head out for a long morning of running and SBUXing and eating!!  Good thing I have a doggie door!!

I predict whichever rider has the best motor hidden in his bike   Ok, I may have only watched a few minutes of it , so I'm just going with Yates since he has the same last name as my BIL.

GO PEACH MELBO!!!
GO AQUAVELO SWAN SONG ST JUDE!!!
GO CONNOR!!!
GO KIRSTIRON!!!
GO FORTI!!!
GO JETSON!!!
GO NANCYPOPS JR!!!

Speaking of Le Tour, I'm in the middle of prepping-for-tour madness. ONE DAY (today is already Sunday here) then I leave on Monday. No way am I gonna be ready to go! I have to go super light since I'll be schlepping my own stuff on and off trains and buses (and down streets and through those giant European train stations), and that includes a bike.

For at least 8 weeks in Europe (may be extended) and at least 1 Ironman (maybe 2, maybe another half), I am taking my bike in its wheeled bag, and everything else fits in one rolling backpack (carry-on size) and one normal-sized carry backpack.

I realize I'm gonna find myself in the middle of Europe with no underwear, but that always happens anyway. I always forget to pack underwear and something to sleep in. (I didn't buy any during last year's 8-week Eurotrip either! Kingsley still shakes his head and mutters, 8 weeks without underwear) ... isn't that what tri shorts are for? And commando decreases risk of saddle sores and helps 'em heal better :D

Mel and I had a great time at Rev 3 this weekend.  Shenanigans ensued, as well as a new official Manatee greeting.  

We figured that it would be highly inappropriate to do as all our collective pets do by sniffing butts....so we decided to pop a squat in greeting.

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Had a good race today.  I am happy with all three legs.  Not a PR, but solid.  Somebody needs to tell the RD that a hill to the finish (well, not really a hill, a ramp with a couple of switchbacks up to the Olympic plaza) is not nice!    Weather was awesome after the downpour that happened yesterday as we racked our bikes! I am now looking forward to not training for a bit, or at least unstructured, only if I feel like it training.

Hope everyone has had a good weekend!

Happy to get outside riding for at least a few hours both days.