Subject: RE: Miami Man 1/2 Iron Triathloncardenas1 - 2008-09-22 8:11 PM After two flats I would be heartbroken, especially if "A" race. Had me thinking though... I ussually only ride/train with a patch kit, 2 CO2's and a spare tube. is that enough for 1/2 distance race? Do most bring two spare tubes in case? I am going from a year of sprints where I brough nothing with me and thankfully no flats. But for this race, I was not bringing anything more than I ussually train with... Suggestions? You could use some Mr. Tuffy's . I used them on my road bike and never had a flat once I put them in. I've heard discussion that they slow you down a bit, but not quite as much as a flat would  As for the race venue...the swim is great - lovely lake! - the bike is flat and can be windy...the run? hmmmm, you do go through the zoo a bit, but there is also a section through a dirt/stone access road, and another section through a parking lot. I was unimpressed with the run. I think the biggest factor in this race could be the heat. It is November, and can seem like it's not too hot, but don't discount the heat!!! |