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2009-01-06 3:01 PM

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Subject: ESCKTC Group Training - Wed afternoon Ride/ Run thread
All right just because it is winter and we can't swim doesn't mean we can't get together and have some great training sessions. I know that everyone is training for a multitude of different and equally awesome events, so how about if we put together a group training location that allows people to start/end at the same place but choose what they want to do for the day and all interested can accompany them. So here is what I was thinking:

Meet Wednesdays at 4:30PM at the clocktower next to Walgreens on the NW corner of Power & Thomas:
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=power+%26+thomas,+mesa,+az&ie=UTF8&oe...
This is right off the 202 exit for Power Rd. so it shouldn't be too hard to get to.

From there we can run on pavement, trail run, road bike, mountain bike, pretty much everything except swim. Here are some examples of the routes around there.

Run:
http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/map.asp?route...

Road Bike:
http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/map.asp?route...
http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/map.asp?route...
http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/map.asp?route...

Trail Run:
http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/map.asp?route...

Pretty much all these can be modified to go as far/short as you want.


2009-01-06 3:03 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
I think this is a GREAT IDEA!

Every week we can post whether we will be running: road or trail or biking. Then we can form the groups and decide on a route depending on who is in each group?
2009-01-06 3:14 PM
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HELL YEA!!!!   I'm in!!
2009-01-06 4:51 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
I do like the concept, except for the part of heading out to Thomas and Power by 4:30.  On occasion I will make an attempt to join, but it is a bit far without a water incentive.
2009-01-06 5:11 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
perkins_jerryw - 2009-01-06 3:51 PM

I do like the concept, except for the part of heading out to Thomas and Power by 4:30.  On occasion I will make an attempt to join, but it is a bit far without a water incentive.


Water incentive? Are you CRAZY?
2009-01-06 5:43 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
Its a no can do for me, but that's just because my weekeday schedule is little crazy. Not like your schedules aren't crazy too. Otherwise I think another weekly training event is a great idea! We should add back in our Sunday group ride/runs.


2009-01-07 8:34 AM
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I think I can make it on some Wed by 4:30.  It will be hit and miss, but days that I can I'll chime in.  Good job Robot!!

2009-01-07 10:39 AM
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I want to play, but getting there by 4:30 is the prob.  Soonest I can leave the house is 4:15-4:30.  But I understand that it gets dark uber early right now, so that's why you picked the early time.   I agree with Kari that we should also maybe do this on Sundays.  I need to get in my weekly Cool Kid fix!!!
2009-01-07 11:38 AM
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I can't make it on Wednesdays, but getting things going again on Sunday sounds great.
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2009-01-07 12:28 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
I wanted to start this week but I actually have a meeting at HIT this afternoon.

But I could meet there tomorrow...then get into the Wed swing next week.

As far as Sundays, someone should start that up. That could be like the old days where the location moves around to be more accomodating. We just started this one since a small group of us were talking about having somewhere where people could do a multitude of things from one location. And if it happens to be on Wed AND Sun that would be GREAT. I know I will most likely still be showing up on Wednesdays - figured it would be early for some people but even if some people show up at 5 and start their thing we could still all meet up for food and fun afterward!

Sounds like their is enough interest to do BOTH days!
2009-01-07 12:29 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
Paulettejo - 2009-01-07 10:40 AM

Once school starts again, I teach entil 3:15, and I think i can bust my hump to get there!


You can just jump right on the 202 from ASU and head out...should be okay...right?
2009-01-07 12:36 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
I'm interested, but 4:30 will probably not fit into my schedule long term.
2009-01-07 1:45 PM
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I wish I could make Wed. I think its a great idea!

I say we get the whole Sunday thing going again after PF Changs. I'll start a new thread at that time, so we don't completely derail this one (Sorry Jen and Josh). 

Unfortunately, I absolutely suck at route planning for rides and/or runs, so I will need to take suggestions and ideas from others on that.  I'm rather directionally challenged and haven't been in Phoenix all that long to know all the good routes just yet. SO, if people are interested in the Sunday thing we can get more discussion going after Changs!

Okay, back to original thread topic now. Hijack over.

2009-01-07 2:17 PM
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Need some group run/bike stuff, but Wednesday is out for me, I have the wee-one those nights.

oh BTW, with a wetsuit the water isnt that bad.... as long as you limit the swim to about 30min...



2009-01-07 2:32 PM
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sportyj - 2009-01-07 10:28 AM I wanted to start this week but I actually have a meeting at HIT this afternoon. But I could meet there tomorrow...then get into the Wed swing next week. As far as Sundays, someone should start that up. That could be like the old days where the location moves around to be more accommodating. We just started this one since a small group of us were talking about having somewhere where people could do a multitude of things from one location. And if it happens to be on Wed AND Sun that would be GREAT. I know I will most likely still be showing up on Wednesdays - figured it would be early for some people but even if some people show up at 5 and start their thing we could still all meet up for food and fun afterward! Sounds like their is enough interest to do BOTH days!

I get it now.  I am up for that.  I would be getting there a little later, but as long as I can eat with everyone afterward, that's what really counts! Hahaha!  Not tonight, though. Too much 5th grade Oceanography Trip drama going on at my house!

2009-01-07 2:54 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
mm5093 - 2009-01-07 1:17 PM

Need some group run/bike stuff, but Wednesday is out for me, I have the wee-one those nights.

oh BTW, with a wetsuit the water isnt that bad.... as long as you limit the swim to about 30min...

Look at that - Water Incentive!!!!

2009-01-07 3:48 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
perkins_jerryw - 2009-01-07 1:54 PM

mm5093 - 2009-01-07 1:17 PM

Need some group run/bike stuff, but Wednesday is out for me, I have the wee-one those nights.

oh BTW, with a wetsuit the water isnt that bad.... as long as you limit the swim to about 30min...

Look at that - Water Incentive!!!!



EEEEWWW!!!! :p
2009-01-07 4:31 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
sportyj - 2009-01-07 1:48 PM
perkins_jerryw - 2009-01-07 1:54 PM
mm5093 - 2009-01-07 1:17 PM

Need some group run/bike stuff, but Wednesday is out for me, I have the wee-one those nights.

oh BTW, with a wetsuit the water isnt that bad.... as long as you limit the swim to about 30min...

Look at that - Water Incentive!!!!

EEEEWWW!!!! :p

 Im telling you its not that Bad, it will open the pours of you skin and put hair on your chest!!!

2009-01-07 6:52 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
I'm probably out until Thursday night swimming returns. I now run to the light rail to get to work, so I don't get home until almost 4:30.


2009-01-07 8:08 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training

I can start the Wed. eve get-togethers starting next week. It would also be fun to meet the late starters afterward for some food!

REALLY looking forward to starting up our Sunday get-togethers again as well. I think Kari has a good idea to start it up after PF Changs.

To summarize:  I just think that this thread is going in the perfect direction 

2009-01-08 9:28 AM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
mm5093 - 2009-01-07 3:31 PM

sportyj - 2009-01-07 1:48 PM
perkins_jerryw - 2009-01-07 1:54 PM
mm5093 - 2009-01-07 1:17 PM

Need some group run/bike stuff, but Wednesday is out for me, I have the wee-one those nights.

oh BTW, with a wetsuit the water isnt that bad.... as long as you limit the swim to about 30min...

Look at that - Water Incentive!!!!

EEEEWWW!!!! :p

 Im telling you its not that Bad, it will open the pours of you skin and put hair on your chest!!!



Need I repeat: EEEEEWWWWWW.
2009-01-08 3:47 PM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
My son's soccer just moved to Wed (which I thought was good because it opens up Th for OWS).  I can probably meet up for the food part sometimes. :>
2009-01-09 10:53 AM
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Subject: RE: ESCKTC Group Training
sportyj - 2009-01-08 8:28 AM
mm5093 - 2009-01-07 3:31 PM
sportyj - 2009-01-07 1:48 PM
perkins_jerryw - 2009-01-07 1:54 PM
mm5093 - 2009-01-07 1:17 PM

Need some group run/bike stuff, but Wednesday is out for me, I have the wee-one those nights.

oh BTW, with a wetsuit the water isnt that bad.... as long as you limit the swim to about 30min...

Look at that - Water Incentive!!!!

EEEEWWW!!!! :p

 Im telling you its not that Bad, it will open the pours of you skin and put hair on your chest!!!

Need I repeat: EEEEEWWWWWW.

i was thinking of shaving my chest to give greater access to the pores!

BTW- did anyone start the get togethers on Wed or Thursday?  Specifically, how was/is parking at the Walgreens?

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