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I think you have to define the term serious.

I do tri's in the name of my charity.  I do them to raise awareness for what I believe in and to give others hope.  I do them because I don't want anyone - especially myself - to forget what I went through, and I do them in remembrance of my donor.

Of all of those things - I am VERY serious.  Why did I pick triahlons - because I really hate to run adn so marathons seemed out and triathlons are seen as the "ultimate endurance sport" so it sends a big message. 

Am I really good at them?  Not so much.  Will I get better?  Can't get much worse.  Will I continue to do them?  As long as I am physically able or until everyone that needs an organ has one to get without having to question whether they will live long enough to get it. 

You decide if that is "serious" or not.  That's kind of an open ended word that can be defined in a lot of ways.

I've done a bunch of tris and have a few more scheduled for this year.  I had a bad season last year with an injury, but I'm hoping that doesn't happen this year.  Planning on my first marathon this fall and first HIM next year. 

I'm addicted but like 2goggs I do it for fitness and to stay in shape.  I have fun with it and I dont really worry about my time.  I race Athena mostly and do win or place most races though.  Last year I did 3 HIM and I had signed up for a few sprints but changed them to relays so my son could get more invoved and he did the bike portion and likes that.  This year I just finished TTT will do a couple Half's before IM FL. 

edited for adding IM KY in August last year :-)

Oh yeah, I forget you get crazy hours in....  Cool!

Oh yeah, I have seen TTT several times.  Define for me?

Nah, It's not up to me to define it or decide whether you take it seriously or not.  It doesn't matter what I think with regards to your feelings about it. 

I was just asking for some feedback, you said you take it seriously.  Fine with me.

Thanks for the responses all.  Good to know I'm in similar company....

I have similar aspirations.  I have looked into some adventure races around here.  They are few and far between.  I may have to go out of state to do one....

Hfpracing.com

Welcome to the American Triple-T. America's only Team Triathlon Tour. You're in for something special. Shawnee State Park is the proud host of the American Triple-T and looks forward to showcasing their awesome park on May 23 - 25 of 2008. Shawnee State Park is located in the Appalachian foothills near the banks of the Ohio River. Shawnee State Park is nestled in the 63,000 acre Shawnee State Forest, once the hunting grounds of the Shawnee Indians. The region is one of the most picturesque in the state, featuring erosion carved valleys and wooded hills. The rugged beauty of the area has earned it the nickname "The Little Smokies." Solo and Two person teams! The American Triple-T is a unique 3-day, 4-event, Full Distance format triathlon with participants competing on 2 person teams and in the solo division. The American Triple-T is unlike any other triathlon and offers participants intimate camaraderie not often found in traditional triathlons. The field size is limited to just 400.

Course Info:

Friday, May 23, 5:00 PM
250m Swim - 5 mi Bike - 1 mi Run
Saturday, May 24, 7:30 AM
1500m Swim - 24.8 mi Bike - 6.55 mi Run Saturday
May 24, 3:00pm
24.8 mi Bike - 1500mi Swim - 6.55 mi Run
Sunday, May 25, 7:00am 
1.2 mi Swim - 55.5 mi Bike - 13.1 mi Run

I"ve done quite a few sprints, 2 HIM 's and my first IM is IMKY this year... usually with me my athletic activity for anything is usually 4-5 years,, then I get bored and say "hey that looks cool"

decided on a commuter bike

http://www.breezerbikes.com/bike_details.cfm?bikeType=town&frame=d&bike=uptown

The U frame so I can wear a dress on it and come to work...should be picking it up tomorrow

My question was more stating that I take the reason seriously, but not the actual race.  I mean, I want to do well, but I don't svitz about it, you know.  So my question was, what are you meaning by serious - the race itself or what is behind doing the race?  I was just trying to clarify what you were asking.

2Goggs - go to B of A today>

Looks good, Jenn! 

I need to get my wife something like that. 

I'll let you know how it works out....going to start commuting to gym and then work....didnt think the Cannondale or Kuota would work too well with baskets on it.