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2005-08-17 2:47 PM

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Subject: Wildflower 2006
So, who's doing it? I know it's only August and we're not even done with the 2005 season, but... winter will be upon us soon and we'll be doing our base training and gearing up for 2006 before you know it.And, that means WILDFLOWER! Prior to this year's race, we did two training weekends at Lake San Antonio -- one in Oct 04 and one in Feb 05. I'd like to do something similar again this year. The cabins are cheap when they're split between 8-12 people, and we had such a great time!So... who's in?


2005-08-17 11:32 PM
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I'm in, as long as it works w/ my visitation schedule, so either 1st or 3rd weekend for me.

I think I might actually be ready to do Wildflower next year, I've wanted to for a long time.

Did you do it this year?  Or just train on the course?

2005-08-18 12:14 AM
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I did it.  It was hard.  It was just outside my ability, but I finished, which was my goal.  I walked most of the run course.  I had "intestinal issues" for part of the bike.  My race report is here somewhere, if you're really curious. 

But, all in all, it was a great race and I'm looking forward to next year already.

2005-08-23 8:08 PM
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Okay, madkat and I tentatively decided on the first weekend of November for this.

It's a lot of fun - even if you're not doing Wildflower, Lake San Antonio is a great place to train.  Out in the country - and just beautiful.  Also, a great way to see beforehand if you're ready for this race. 

We've done this before and had enough people so everyone was paying less than $20 for the entire weekend - renting out their cabins in the off-season is a really good deal - so come one come all, it's a blast.

2005-08-23 8:42 PM
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We can't do the 1st weekend in Nov, (5-7) because that's when Treasure Island is happening.

How do folks feel about:

Oct 28-30
Nov 11-12

2005-08-23 8:50 PM
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Of course I'm interested...

1st weekend of November will be a bit of a stretch for me physically as I'll just be coming off of my marathon, but I'll take it as it comes!

Dana


2005-08-23 10:54 PM
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madkat - 2005-08-23 6:42 PM

We can't do the 1st weekend in Nov, (5-7) because that's when Treasure Island is happening.

How do folks feel about:

Oct 28-30
Nov 11-12

Damn.  I don't think I can do either of those.  <sigh> maybe I'll just have to wait until the next one in February.

2005-08-30 9:06 PM
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Here's a timely email I received just this morning:

Hi Everyone:
 
Well we made it through another summer and it was a good one at Lake San Antonio. The water level is still high, we started out at 80% full and now we are at 75% and the weather is great! We are in the high 90's and lovin it. We are now taking reservations 11 months in advance. So make your 2006 summer reservation now to get that favorite unit that you like. October 1st  starts our winter rates and our 2 for 1 special starts November 1st. (weekends only). So book now as I don't know how long this special will last.
 
                Thank You For a Great Year
                       Lake San Antonio Resort

So, for the best deal economically, we should wait until Nov.  As for not doing it the first weekend, that's not completely a done deal.  Eric has been making some noises like he's going to skip this year's Treasure Island race.  We'll see.  I'll try to nail him down on that and see if we can set a REAL date for this.

2005-08-31 12:18 AM
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No pressure or anything, but the first weekend is the only one that I can do... I am at a conference the next weekend, and leading a team training the weekend after. Then of course we are into Thanksgiving, and no one messes with Thanksgiving!! (o:

(sorry to be so inflexible. of course if you need to set it for another weekend, that is fine. i completely understand. )o: Wahhh!)

Dana
2005-09-09 4:04 PM
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I do need to get more training for WF, maybe next year I will run the whole darn thing.  Had to walk the last two years.

I don't know what my deal is with that race, but it is my nemisis. 

Jason

2005-09-11 10:05 PM
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I've very nearly got Eric signed on to doing it the first weekend of Nov.  I will check availablity of cabins tomorrow (Monday).  If one is available for that weekend, I'll try to get Eric to commit to it and then we'll go forward.



2005-09-14 8:17 PM
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OK!  I booked the 10-person cabin for Nov 4 - 6 (Friday-Sunday).  If you're in, let me know.

2005-09-15 10:14 AM
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When I was at PG last weekend my friend asked me about Wildflower. I found myself saying, "I don't think I'll be ready for the OLY." And then immediately stopped myself, looked at her and I said, "Why not? Why do I say that? The only thing keeping me from being ready is me."

Kindof an epiphany.

So I've committed to the OLY!!!!!! I'm so excited!

I don't think my work schedule will let me do an overnighter - but could I perhaps come for a day?

2005-09-15 12:07 PM
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Of course, of course!  The more, the merrier!

I think our friend Brian, who also lives in SLO, will be joining us for Saturday as well.  It's such a quick drive for you all. 

The general plan is to do the bike course, and then do the run course.  A swim is optional depending on the weather and water temps.   

Then, once we're all showered, someone preps a delicious meal, we open a bottle of wine or three and scream and carry-on all night long (or as long as tired triathletes can carry-on). 

2005-09-15 12:17 PM
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It does sound like fun, but I can't make it that weekend.  I will try and set something up for the new year another training session.

Enjoy the wine though, trey and get something local.  I used to go to school there and Paso has some of the best wine in the world.

Jason

2005-09-15 12:27 PM
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jryals - 2005-09-15 9:17 AM

It does sound like fun, but I can't make it that weekend.  I will try and set something up for the new year another training session.

Enjoy the wine though, trey and get something local.  I used to go to school there and Paso has some of the best wine in the world.

Jason

Yeah, they do have good wine there.

Too bad you can't come.  Same as last year, we'll also set something up in early Feb (have to take advantage of the winter-rates for the lodging).  Perhaps we can work it so you can come then. 



2005-09-15 5:59 PM
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I'm clear for that weekend! I'll send along an e-mail to Eileen to see if she wants to go as well, but regardless, I'm in.

Dana
2005-09-17 12:29 AM
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As far as I know count me in for that weekend.. I'll only be biking and swimming, no running yet for me.. I guess that means I need to get out on my bike, maybe I'll even have a new bike by them to try out (I Hope)...
2005-09-17 11:01 AM
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I'll be there.  (But, of course, you knew that.)
2005-10-13 3:34 PM
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Anybody ever done the WF long course? I am thinking about signing up just to scare myself half to death and add fuel to my workouts over the winter. I hear its not the easiest HIM out here.
2005-10-13 3:49 PM
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us50090 - 2005-10-13 12:34 PM Anybody ever done the WF long course? I am thinking about signing up just to scare myself half to death and add fuel to my workouts over the winter. I hear its not the easiest HIM out here.

Not the easiest?  I hear it's actually the 3rd hardest. 

I know that at least one of the people coming to the training weekend on Nov 4-6 will be training for it.  Perhaps we can have a long course training contingent.



2005-10-13 3:58 PM
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Frank--

My friend has done the long course. He's an incredible cyclist, and though he considers himself a casual runner, he can hold a 7 minute mile for the whole half marathon distance. I cannot use him as a measuring stick for anyone. He doesn't think the bike is as bad as people say (it has a hill called the Nasty Grade), but still found it challenging.

I and the girl I train with will probably bike the long course while down there for the training weekend, but we only average about 14.5 miles per hour, so I don't know if we will be helpful companions to anyone. We will have recently finished a marathon so will probably not do much in the way of serious running.

Dana
2005-10-13 4:30 PM
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dhlundblad - 2005-10-13 1:58 PM

Frank--

My friend has done the long course. He's an incredible cyclist, and though he considers himself a casual runner, he can hold a 7 minute mile for the whole half marathon distance. I cannot use him as a measuring stick for anyone. He doesn't think the bike is as bad as people say (it has a hill called the Nasty Grade), but still found it challenging.

I and the girl I train with will probably bike the long course while down there for the training weekend, but we only average about 14.5 miles per hour, so I don't know if we will be helpful companions to anyone. We will have recently finished a marathon so will probably not do much in the way of serious running.

Dana


Thanks for that feedback. I am also considering Auburn 1/2 IM which Brad Kerns organizes up there but I hear that one has a huge vertical component (although a stunning course through the Sierra Foothills). I averaged 21 mph on my last Oly but no doubt I will be fair bit slower on double that distance.
2005-10-13 5:37 PM
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I'm definitely thinking about signing up for the Wildflower Oly. If there's still room, I could arrive late Friday night. It's about a 4.5-5hr drive from my place. If I left after work, I might not get there until 11pm. If that's going to disrupt things, I could show up on Saturday but depending on the schedule, I might miss that day's group workout(s). Let's talk about how to make it work.

On my marathon schedule, I'm scheduled for a 14-mile run that Saturday, so I would be interested in running the long course. Any bike ride and/or swim would be great.

Frank, I'm also considering the Auburn 1/2 (two weeks after the Wildflower Oly). I volunteered at this year's race. It was very hot that day also. Brad Kearns makes the race really enjoyable with his announcing. It also brings in a pretty elite field.

Mike
2005-10-13 6:59 PM
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Mike,

Last year when we did this, most people rolled in on Friday night about 11:00 pm to midnight. So yu'd just be one of the crew. Then we all slept in and did the bike ride in the morning after everyone was awake. At that time of the year, it's not too critical that you get a super early start, cause it's not going to get that hot anyway.

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