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Madison, Wisconsin
United States
Ironman North America
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Pre-race routine:

At first I was not going to write this report. Then I realized how much can be learned from our defeats and decided to put it in writing. Kelly and I arrived in Madison late Thursday night. The following 4 days would be filled with fun, laughter, great people, great conversations, hope, desire, and crushing defeat and sadness.
Event warmup:

It's an IM, I treaded water with 2,500 of my closest friends.
Swim
  • 1h 13m 8s
  • 3862 meters
  • 01m 53s / 100 meters
Comments:

What can you say about a mass chaos swim? I had a much better swim than anticipated. It was only 12 seconds slower than last year and I did it on about half the training volume, 2 bum shoulders and some recently cracked ribs. As is the case I sipped a lot of water. Because of the recent algae bloom maybe this lead to future problems. I'm not sure why so much water gets in my mouth when I swim.
What would you do differently?:

Nothing. I took an easy controlled pace and ended up with a much faster swim than expected.
Transition 1
  • 12m
Comments:

Moved slowly and smoothly through. Stopped for my last bathroom break in a very long time.
Bike
  • 4h 22m
  • 82 miles
  • 18.78 mile/hr
Comments:

I couldn't have asked for a better bike start. Exited the helix and everything just felt right. As I powered through the ride I kept my heart rate down in Z1 and barely touching Z2. At most times I was right at 145-148. Last year I averaged 161 beats and I knew that was to high. As I came back into Verona after the first loop I contemplated stopping just to stretch my back and take in more food and liquids. Was feeling so good I decided to wait until the next stop. Next stop was same result. No bathroom break needed, just keep going. I should have known I was pushing my luck. I was still climbing and feeling great after Mt.Horeb on the second loop. Around mile 72 something just kind of gave out on me. I started vomitting violently. 5 or 6 times until nothing was left. Then I got really weak and nauseaus. Tried to drink water and GE but it came right back up. Made it to Cross Plains aid station and just wanted to rest for awhile and try to get some fluids down. As I pulled in a helper took my bike and I stumbled off to the bathroom first. Not sure why, now that I think about it I don't even remember going in. Just know when I came out a couple of volunteers were waiting for me. They asked me to come sit down awhile. Paremedics were then called over and they determined my day was over. Not even sure how it all went down but they said I had no choice after I "failed" a few tests. They removed my chip and I kind of lost it for a little while. In the end I was given 2 bags of fluid and got an ambulance ride back to the med tent. I had dropped 14 pounds from the initial weigh in and had some weird pulse readings. This was a an absolutely devastating end to a great weekend for me. I sulked for awhile and waited for my brother to come get me as the med tent was starting to fill.
What would you do differently?:

I'm not sure. It all came on so suddenly. I have been dealing with GI issues all summer and maybe the algae just hit me all at once.
Transition 2
  • 00m
Run
  • 00m
  • 26.2 miles
  •  min/mile
Post race
Event comments:

I still love this race and this venue. My brother took me back to the hotel and I got cleaned up and tried to pull myself out of the funk. Went to get Kelly from the end of her volunteer duty on the run and watched people for an hour or so. It felt so good to see so many BT'ers working ion the run and hurt so bad to know I wasn't with them. Went to eat at Friedas around 5:00 because I had literally nothing in my stomache from the whole day. Watched runners go by while we ate. When done we went to cheer on others. Hurt to clap from all the IV holes in my hands (3). Saw some of the bravest performances I have ever seen. Talked to and walked with several BT'ers as they went by. Worked our way towards the finish and then it just got to hard to stick around. Hearing Mike Reilly's voice put me over the edge and I needed to go back to the hotel.
I promised I would not do this race again in 2010. Of course this promise came with me never fathoming a DNF. It was so hard not to sign up again. I will be back in 2011 and get my revenge on this course. Conratulations to all the finishers. I couldn't have chosen a better group to try for #2 with.




Last updated: 2008-09-17 12:00 AM
Swimming
01:13:08 | 3862 meters | 01m 53s / 100meters
Age Group: 0/
Overall: 0/
Performance: Good
Suit: Full sleave
Course: 2 loops around Lake Monona
Start type: Deep Water Plus: Shot
Water temp: 75F / 24C Current: Low
200M Perf. Good Remainder: Average
Breathing: Good Drafting: Average
Waves: Navigation: Good
Rounding: Average
T1
Time: 12:00
Performance: Good
Cap removal: Helmet on/
Suit off:
Wetsuit stuck? Run with bike:
Jump on bike:
Getting up to speed:
Biking
04:22:00 | 82 miles | 18.78 mile/hr
Age Group: 0/
Overall: 0/
Performance: Bad
Wind: Little
Course: 2 loops with an out and back stick.
Road: Smooth  Cadence:
Turns: Cornering:
Gear changes: Hills:
Race pace: Drinks:
T2
Time: 00:00
Overall:
Riding w/ feet on shoes
Jumping off bike
Running with bike
Racking bike
Shoe and helmet removal
Running
00:00:00 | 26.2 miles |  min/mile
Age Group: 0/
Overall: 0/
Performance:
Course:
Keeping cool Drinking
Post race
Weight change: %
Overall:
Mental exertion [1-5]
Physical exertion [1-5]
Good race?
Evaluation
Course challenge
Organized?
Events on-time?
Lots of volunteers?
Plenty of drinks?
Post race activities:
Race evaluation [1-5]

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2009-09-15 9:08 PM

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2009-09-15 9:37 PM
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Tough day...one you had no control over...they told you were done so you had no choice.

I hope the mental pain goes away and you can maybe figure out what caused the stomach issues to avoid it in the future.

I keep reminding myself the journey is the whole process not just race day...all the preparation and fun training you had to prepare for race day....hope you see it that way too.

Proud of you....
2009-09-15 9:38 PM
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That's a pretty darn good swim!  And that bike was cooking!

When I saw you on the sideline when I came jogging past, I thought "awwww, sh1t, another person that had to come out?".  You still had a great smile for me, though, and I appreciate that!

You'll get it next time!!!

2009-09-16 6:15 AM
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Fu#* IM... there is more to life...right??

I am just diaapointed it didnt rain...hee hee

So I am still guessing i won the bet....and you have to come race with me...like in a dress or something.

Come on- i know you are laughing

2009-09-16 6:36 AM
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Bryan: I am glad I worked up enough courage to introduce myself to you at the Friday AM swim (jk), but seriously I am happy that I was able to meet you this last week.

As I was checking out some people's logs before the race, I saw you mention the cracked ribs you suffered some time ago and I thought how impressive it was that you were able to continue your training and were still intending to compete. As others have said, I am sorry the race did not go according to your wishes, but you have the right attitude about coming back in '11. I saw you on the square and hopefully I acknowledged your cheers. Thanks for sticking around.

Hope to see you again soon and if not perhaps at MOO in '11.
2009-09-16 8:46 AM
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i feel your pain brother, all around.  rededicate, refocus and lets go get 'em at the next race brother!!!!

 



2009-09-16 9:21 AM
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Hey buddy, I just want to publicly say that it's been a pleasure to get to know you and your family over the last couple of years.

I know you well enough that if there is any way you could have continued you would have. I also know EMT personnel well enough to know that they would only prevent you from continuing if would be putting your health in danger.

Take advantage of your fitness level to knock out a marathon this fall and start prepping for 2010. I look forward to seeing you on some training rides and/or races next year.
2009-09-16 9:29 AM
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I stil think your a stud, even if you cant spel.
2009-09-16 10:01 AM
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I know you're one tough ba$tard (cracked ribs, addition building, etc this summer).  Obviously there was something other-worldly happening on Sunday to bring you down.  I hope to see you kicking it at a race this Fall!

2009-09-16 10:33 AM
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Bryan - Thanks so much for sharing.  I know you are probably not in a good place, and this has to be very hard.   But, you are an IM and you gave it what you had.

See you in 2011
2009-09-16 12:04 PM
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Hey good report Bryan. What a tough day and a crappy ending to a great weekend for both of us.

The race that really matters was last years, we both finished and became Ironmen for life!

I really am looking foreward to seeing the pictures of you wearing a dress racing Supergirl!

Enjoy the off season, wow it sure went quick.


2009-09-16 7:46 PM
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I'm sorry to hear things went the way they did on the bike. Having had an EMT mandated DNF in a key race (albeit not a race as big as this), I know how tough that can be. FWIW, I think you made the right decision to stick with the original plan and not sign up for 2010. It gives you a minute to step back from it all and let it go for a minute. And then when you come back in 2011, you'll be ready for anything.
2009-09-17 2:51 PM
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Bryan, it was so great to see you again this weekend. I know you had a tough day, but I'm sure you'll emerge stronger and smarter for the experience. Hey, you're a Donk-- and that's what Donkeys do!
2009-09-17 3:04 PM
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Keep your head up, you gave everything you had......I am planning on volunteering next year and racing with you in 2011.
2009-09-17 8:36 PM
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Bryan -

 

great to meet you and sorry about the day.  I aM hoping for a possible 2011, but we shall see.  If I M there, I would be more than glad to hang with you for the day - You are good Peeps - welcome aboard the Donkey train

2009-09-17 10:33 PM
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Like I said on your inspires, you ARE an Ironman, and you will make the most of this.  Lots of people struggled out there.  Sorry you got the worst of it.  It happens--it's why the IM finish is such a big deal.  We all know you can do it, and will do it... Again!


2009-09-19 1:39 PM
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so sorry to hear about the DNF.. but you are still an IM and these things happen..  the body is a wonderous thing.. sometimes it a bit like to lotto though..  and sh*t happens..  like everyone else says.. your a tough bastard and i know you can finish.. so chin up..  think about where you are and what you have done..  see you around to lakes!!

2009-09-21 3:45 PM
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Glad to hear you're ok.....2 bags of fluids is not good! Unfortunately sometimes things happen and we really don't know why. You'll be back and have a great race next IM!
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