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 2009-06-05 7:06 AM in reply to: #2071255 |
 Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN!Good luck everyone racing this weekend! |
| 2009-06-05 7:59 AM in reply to: #2196232 |
Champion  6973      marietta | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! SSMinnow - 2009-06-04 8:46 PM I hope all racers have a lot of fun and kick some butt out there. Since its my first year of triathlon, my goals are fairly simple...to have fun and finish each race. I'm really enjoying "watching" my mind and body try to figure all this stuff out. |
| 2009-06-05 8:26 AM in reply to: #2071255 |
Elite 3395 Raleigh | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! Just got my start time and place for tomorrow's tri. I am number 102 out of 201. I have not been nervous until now. just a little. I will have to practice calming myself before the start. I think that the swim will calm my nerves as I have to remain steady throughout that leg and it is my worst. Thanks for the inspires. Doug |
| 2009-06-05 9:36 AM in reply to: #2071255 |
Elite 4108 Calgary,AB,Canada | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! Good morning all....Good news and bad news..... Good news...The group swim went well last night. Nice to get some structure in my swim workouts. It was weird swimming at night, as I usually am in the pool early morning. Plus the swim started out poor as my mind was still on....... Bad news...Got knocked out of the poker tourney early. I think my mind was actually on wanting to go swimmming, but all good. As Sarah has said, weather here is horrible. Rainy and crappy...Hopefully it clears up for her and her tri tomorrow. Althought it is saying the high is olny going to be 8C(50F) for her. Mine isnt until Sunday and its 3 hrs north of here, and the forecast says high 15C(mid 60's). Not too bad i guess, but VERY unseasonably cold for us. Doug as your 1st tri here's my advice....start out the swim a little slow.Relax. Your HR will be through the roof 'cause you'll be so excited. Just relax and enjoy it! |
| 2009-06-05 9:52 AM in reply to: #2071255 |
Expert 1007 Missouri | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! Hey all! Good luck to everyone racing this weekend - sounds like there are quite a few. I'm looking forward to reading some race reports! I'm taking a half day here at work then heading over to pick up my packet for my race on Sunday. I'll probably hit the gym also for a swim and then I'm headed downtown to watch the Cardinals beat up on the Rockies  . Speaking of baseball, I found out yesterday that they're having a charity 5k down at the stadium during All Star weekend so I signed up. One of those once in a lifetime things so I couldn't pass it up. Have a great weekend! Janet |
| 2009-06-05 10:20 AM in reply to: #2196352 |
Champion 7163 Verona WI--Ironman Bike Country! | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! smoore3 - 2009-06-04 9:55 PM So the weather forecast for my race on Saturday has changed. Here is how it looks: Cloudy rain/snow mix High of 3 degrees celsius, low of 1 100% chance of precipitation 20-30mm of rain and 5-10cm of snow Its on June 6th! And today at the location of the race it was 20 degrees. The weather in this province is crazy. Ive only been living here for a year and it is hard to get used to all the ups and downs (like snow in June). Im hoping the forecast improves!!!! YOWZA. I guess I should think twice about complaining that the weather forecast for my event is low 50s and with steady rainshowers. I cannot even imagine the swim, let alone the bike! Good luck. Be safe. |
| 2009-06-05 11:16 AM in reply to: #2071255 |
Elite 4108 Calgary,AB,Canada | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! Have a good weekend all!! And good luck to all other racers out this weekend!! Sounds like everone is racing except for John-- he's just biking and drinking beers..And he can have fun on the batmobile bike.  |
| 2009-06-05 12:01 PM in reply to: #2197320 |
Expert 945 Auburn AL | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! TrevorC - 2009-06-05 11:16 AM Have a good weekend all!! And good luck to all other racers out this weekend!! Sounds like everone is racing except for John-- he's just biking and drinking beers..And he can have fun on the batmobile bike. I guess John and I have the same plans for the weekend. Planning on getting a last LONG ride in tomorrow morning and start winding down a bit for my oly on the 13, so I am not racing this weekend, but preparing to race. But I will be sure to get plenty of beers in after the bike. Good luck to everyone! I will be anxious to hear how you all do especially those doing OLY's. I am still struggling with the game plan and thinking that if I can just finish actually running the run I will be doing good. Concerned that I will really have to go slow on the swim and the bike to make that happen though. Be interested to get some fresh feedback from your experiences this weekend. |
| 2009-06-05 12:09 PM in reply to: #2196774 |
Master 1952 Guelph, Ontario | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! DougRob - 2009-06-05 9:26 AM Just got my start time and place for tomorrow's tri. I am number 102 out of 201. I have not been nervous until now. just a little. I will have to practice calming myself before the start. I think that the swim will calm my nerves as I have to remain steady throughout that leg and it is my worst. Thanks for the inspires. Doug Alittle nervousness is a good thing. You'll do great. You've been putting in the time training now you get to enjoy the results of all that. |
| 2009-06-05 12:21 PM in reply to: #2071255 |
Master 1952 Guelph, Ontario | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! Compared to everyone else it looks like it will be right balmy here. 19 degrees with only the chance of rain. water temp was 66F. For those of you who don't want to do the conversion it is the same. 19C = 66F. If the rain holds off it should be a great day to compete. The bike course has changed slightly but should be about the same in difficulty. |
| 2009-06-05 12:51 PM in reply to: #2071255 |
Regular 310 Seymour, IN | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! Racers, good luck. Actually I better wish good luck to those racing next weekend as well. Sunday we are leaving town. 10 days thru Gettysburg, Hershey, Philly, Baltimore, Atlantic City, DC and I'm sure some others. Hopefully the hotels have some decent pools and treadmills. So everyone, take care. I'll catch up in a couple weeks. We are currently on page 113 - I'm predicting 135 when I return. Added: I took it to 114 - I'm still calling 135 for my return. Edited by BigReub 2009-06-05 12:52 PM |
| 2009-06-05 2:13 PM in reply to: #2197605 |
Champion 7163 Verona WI--Ironman Bike Country! | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! BigReub - 2009-06-05 12:51 PM Racers, good luck. Actually I better wish good luck to those racing next weekend as well. Sunday we are leaving town. 10 days thru Gettysburg, Hershey, Philly, Baltimore, Atlantic City, DC and I'm sure some others. Hopefully the hotels have some decent pools and treadmills. So everyone, take care. I'll catch up in a couple weeks. We are currently on page 113 - I'm predicting 135 when I return. Added: I took it to 114 - I'm still calling 135 for my return. Have fun! Your trip sounds great. |
| 2009-06-05 2:59 PM in reply to: #2197605 |
Elite 3395 Raleigh | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! BigReub - 2009-06-05 12:51 PM Racers, good luck. Actually I better wish good luck to those racing next weekend as well. Sunday we are leaving town. 10 days thru Gettysburg, Hershey, Philly, Baltimore, Atlantic City, DC and I'm sure some others. Hopefully the hotels have some decent pools and treadmills. So everyone, take care. I'll catch up in a couple weeks. We are currently on page 113 - I'm predicting 135 when I return. Added: I took it to 114 - I'm still calling 135 for my return. hey Reub: My mother works at the Smithsonian. If would like I will ask her what's in town that is special at any of the Museums. It is fun to run around the Mall. Doug |
| 2009-06-05 3:19 PM in reply to: #2194702 |
Champion 5522 Frisco, TX | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! tahrens - 2009-06-04 10:14 AM Here is the race list I have on the calendar... Saturday - Andy - bike race (I think I messed this up and said it was last weekend) Tony - olympic Sunday - Suzy, Trevor, Adam, Kim all with Olympics Janet -5K John, Jeremy, Rob - sprints Did I miss anyone? You were right last weekend too - I had one scheduled for both weekends, but had to scrap last weekend's due to family situation. No issues for tomorrow, looking for the 100K ride! |
| 2009-06-05 3:23 PM in reply to: #2195262 |
Champion 5522 Frisco, TX | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! dalessit - 2009-06-04 1:35 PM Standing in 56 degree water up here in NH. not too bad actually and don't have my wetsuit on yet.Still not sure what my back is going to do yet.Everyone have a safe and fun weekend. Good luck - KICK IT!~~~ |
| 2009-06-05 3:25 PM in reply to: #2196066 |
Champion 5522 Frisco, TX | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! Redknight - 2009-06-04 7:20 PM tahrens - 2009-06-04 11:06 AM They do make CO2 cartidges that have little "condoms" to protect you from the cold. Here is an example of one from REI. I carry 2 cartidges, spare tire, levers and patches. and the condoms???? you really are ready for anything LOL! |
| 2009-06-05 3:29 PM in reply to: #2196774 |
Champion 5522 Frisco, TX | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! DougRob - 2009-06-05 8:26 AM Just got my start time and place for tomorrow's tri. I am number 102 out of 201. I have not been nervous until now. just a little. I will have to practice calming myself before the start. I think that the swim will calm my nerves as I have to remain steady throughout that leg and it is my worst. Thanks for the inspires. Doug Dude, you are so ready for this thing - nerves are normal, but you live for this stuff! Create an internal chant to keep your mind off the nerves - something like - Swim, Bike, Run, Swim, Bike Run... -Andy |
| 2009-06-05 3:56 PM in reply to: #2197605 |
Elite 3395 Raleigh | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! BigReub - 2009-06-05 12:51 PM Racers, good luck. Actually I better wish good luck to those racing next weekend as well. Sunday we are leaving town. 10 days thru Gettysburg, Hershey, Philly, Baltimore, Atlantic City, DC and I'm sure some others. Hopefully the hotels have some decent pools and treadmills. So everyone, take care. I'll catch up in a couple weeks. We are currently on page 113 - I'm predicting 135 when I return. Added: I took it to 114 - I'm still calling 135 for my return. Called and left you a message. Go to the Castle (middle of the Mall big Red castle) 1st to get a list of things. Renwick has Green & Green furnitrue Air & Space always great Natural History has a new Oceanic exhibit that is very cool. National Gallery just reopened. Spy museum is cool but is not free like the others. It is a couple blocks off the mall. Doug |
| 2009-06-05 3:58 PM in reply to: #2071255 |
Elite 3072 san francisco | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! have a great trip Reuben! Good luck with your back Tony! You're going to do great. How's this for learning from past misadventures: I just booked a room 15 minutes away from my Oly for Sunday because I re-read my rr from last year's Luna Tri that was at the same venue and was reminded of driving up there at 4:00am and how much it totally sucked to be stiff from that long drive, practically falling asleep at the wheel and then have to go race! And I was going to just do it again! I probably won't sleep much the night before anyhow, but it's good to have the peace of mind of not having to wake up at 3:30am Good luck to everyone racing AND to those of you tapering. My goals for this race are to stay calm and positive on the swim and have fun on the bike and run. |
| 2009-06-05 6:33 PM in reply to: #2071255 |
Veteran 265 Alexandria, Virginia | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! I'm doing a sprint tri tomorrow morning. It is a 0.5 mile outdoor pool swim in a 50 meter pool. Would you wear a wetsuit for this or not? It is supposed to be in the mid-60s when the race is on. -Nick |
| 2009-06-05 7:15 PM in reply to: #2198329 |
Champion 9060 Charlottesville, Virginia | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! brownnugen - 2009-06-05 7:33 PM I'm doing a sprint tri tomorrow morning. It is a 0.5 mile outdoor pool swim in a 50 meter pool. Would you wear a wetsuit for this or not? It is supposed to be in the mid-60s when the race is on. -Nick yep, if it's legal then do it. Read DocSwim24's race report from Reston, he wore one, one of the fastest swim times and super fast transition time. |
| 2009-06-05 7:29 PM in reply to: #2198329 |
Champion 5522 Frisco, TX | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! brownnugen - 2009-06-05 6:33 PM I'm doing a sprint tri tomorrow morning. It is a 0.5 mile outdoor pool swim in a 50 meter pool. Would you wear a wetsuit for this or not? It is supposed to be in the mid-60s when the race is on. -Nick Why not - doesn't matter where the water is (pool, lake, or ocean)- if it is cold then it is cold and you can wear a wetsuit (unless race rules prohibit it...) |
| 2009-06-05 7:43 PM in reply to: #2198374 |
Veteran 265 Alexandria, Virginia | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! dalessit - 2009-06-05 8:15 PM brownnugen - 2009-06-05 7:33 PM I'm doing a sprint tri tomorrow morning. It is a 0.5 mile outdoor pool swim in a 50 meter pool. Would you wear a wetsuit for this or not? It is supposed to be in the mid-60s when the race is on. -Nick yep, if it's legal then do it. Read DocSwim24's race report from Reston, he wore one, one of the fastest swim times and super fast transition time. Dale, if you are around, do you want to do the race ? I can't believe nobody on these boards have taken me up on this $10 sprint tri. |
| 2009-06-05 8:01 PM in reply to: #2071255 |
Elite 3395 Raleigh | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! I just picked up my packet for tomorrow. Except for my number and a shirt (Which is an XXL, whats up with that!) evrything else was crap. Is this normal? Not even a swim cap. I cut my left pointer finger today making a bike rack for the truck. It is small but deep. I hope it doesn't bother me tomorrow. Doug Edited by DougRob 2009-06-05 8:02 PM |
| 2009-06-05 8:15 PM in reply to: #2198440 |
Champion 5522 Frisco, TX | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN Mentor Group-Closed! TIME TO TRAIN! DougRob - 2009-06-05 8:01 PM I just picked up my packet for tomorrow. Except for my number and a shirt (Which is an XXL, whats up with that!) evrything else was crap. Is this normal? Not even a swim cap. I cut my left pointer finger today making a bike rack for the truck. It is small but deep. I hope it doesn't bother me tomorrow. Doug Varies depending upon the race director. Ironhead does a lot of race around here. The last tri I did had a Tech-T, a waterbottle, bunches of coupons, and some samples of Cliff products. One before that was a cotton T-shirt and some brochures, etc. |
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