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rjd04

2009-06-12 9:33 AM

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Subject: 2010 Iron Half ?

I have a goal in 2010 to do a Iron half in July or August.

But, I want to do one that is 2-3 hours from home (Rochester), and one that is well run. Is there such an animal?

Any ideas are welcome.

Thanks.

BikerGrrrl

2009-06-12 9:49 AM

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Subject: RE: 2010 Iron Half ?

If well run is your limiter, than skip the Square Lake half in September.

I can say from experience that the Liberty Triathlon is very well run and enjoyable. That's in Maple Plain and should be within 3 hours from Roch (prob less). I've done only the Oly, but can know the whole course and the race is very well done.

I have also head good things about Chisago.

Edit: Sorry, I didn't notice the July-Aug timeframe. Liberty is in June. However, it's midway through June and worth the extra effort...

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mndiver

2009-06-12 9:50 AM

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Subject: RE: 2010 Iron Half ?

Chisago is in July. It's probably about 2.5 hours from you.

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Johnny Bee

2009-06-12 10:18 AM

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Subject: RE: 2010 Iron Half ?

If you want to drive the other way, Pigman is narrowly within range (north of Cedar Rapids). Big event with plenty of reviews, though I have never done it. I did the short in Chisago last year and was very impressed with the organization.

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SBR It

2009-06-12 2:52 PM

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Subject: RE: 2010 Iron Half ?

I think if there is anyway you can move your race date goal up a bit, you should shoot for the Liberty Half. That was my first half and I really like the race. I did it the first two years they had it. It is very well run. I also like the course a lot better than the Chisago Lakes course. Haven't done Pigman, but I know there are some people in Rochester that have gone down there for it. You should check on TriRochester site.

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mmrocker13

2009-06-12 2:56 PM

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