North Raleigh Training Partner - Olympic Distance

Hey Sean,

I don't live in N. Raleigh, and you are too fast for me, but wanted to say welcome to the sport! How'd the first sprint tri go?

Hey there!

Thank you for the warm welcome, and regarding the sprint tri, it went very well! I came in 11th out of 388, and finished first in my age group!

Hey Sean,

I'm over in Asheville so if you ever want to get some rides in up in the mountains, let me know. Great job on your first race!!!!

Hi Sean.

I am not a triathlete per se, but I do train a lot in north Raleigh.

I believe there is a triathlete training group that meets at the YMCA on Baileywick road. I think the group is organized around the masters swim class, but I am not certain.

In the summer some triathletes meet informally at Beaver Damn state park (North Raleigh) for swim training.

I recommend getting on the Race Reach website (link below). The site lists activities in the area including some triathlete training meet ups, group rides...

In addition you could consider trying a cycling group ride. I ride with the Gyros (link below). Our activity calendar can be found on the Race Reach site. We meet in North Raleigh often near Creedmore Rd. There are a few marathoners and triathletes (iron distance) that participate. A few Gyros participate in the swim group at the lake. So, it might give you a chance to find training partners. Plus the rides are a lot of fun. There are morning group rides during the week out of Harvest Plaza (9 AM, 30 - 53 miles, at Six Forks and Strickland). It is not a big group and most of the regulars are retirees, but don't let the that fool you. They are strong cyclists (and very welcoming).

Hope this helps you a little.

Dave

http://raleighgyros.com/g2.php

https://www.racereach.com/mtl.php?page=home

Congrats on the first tri, great job!!!

I've seen the YMCA's Facebook page here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/173446866086/

Not sure if that's the same group that Sean mentions, but worth a look!

Happy Training, Carol

Thanks very much for the info! I'll definitely look into these groups. I knew about the North Raleigh Swim, but I had never had a chance to get up there for it because of work. I used to do a lot of riding with InsideOut on Creedmoor/Strickland, but my schedule changed and I haven't been able to ride with them quite as much as I'd like to. I'll definitely look into the RaceReach groups and the Gyros. Are you doing the MSFITS Thanksgiving Ride, by any chance?

Also, as far as retirees, I learned early on that it typically just means they've got that much more experience and skill, plus the time to hone those skills!

I did the Skinny Turkey half marathon last year and will most likely do it again this Thanksgiving. I thought the course was hard (hilly), but it was still a fun way to spend the morning.

Were you riding with Brian at IOS? I think he races as a pro (cycling). There are a couple Gyro rides tomorrow abd the HG ride at 9 AM if you have time.

Yeah, I was riding with Brian. I know he leads a cycling team and does a crapload of cyclocross races too, I'm amazed he has the time/energy for all that! He's been really awesome with helping me learn/develop, and his constant -kickery on the hills has kept me motivated to work on power climbing (my weakest area in cycling).

Sean-

I work at Six Forks and Strickland and weekday train at Finley. I've never been able to make any of Y's triathlon club workouts primarily b/c I workout at lunch. We're around the same run pace and I'd appreciate company. I'm a MOP swimmer, but would be happy to have company on lunch time swim sets as well. I could also start closer to 11AM to accommodate your schedule, though usually I'm closer to 11:45. Shoot me a PM if you want to connect.

Cheers,
J

Edited by Ubear97 2013-12-04 2:00 PM

Sean,

Just saw your post (I don't come to BT very often).

I'm N. Raleigh based (between Creedmoor and Leesville) and, having targeted 70.3s the past couple of years, want to focus on Olympic in 2014 to try to build some speed.

I tend to fall into the "wider, middle aged guy" category and couldn't hang with your run speed, but bike looks about right. I ride around the Falls Lake area a lot and used to go out with a couple of regular training buddies, but one has recently relocated and the other is five months pregnant, so I'm flying solo at the moment.

Let me know if you ever want to go out.

Also, Team CBC organises a regular ride from Soapstone Church (on Norwood) but I think they are done for the season.

Cheers,

Roger

Hey guys! I had to take some time off of the training for a move and work. Here's a link to my training calendar for the next three months: http://goo.gl/JyQEQj

Just an FYI, most of the training locations have changed... Swims will be at Pullen Aquatic Center (lanes permitting), with some open water work later in the season. Runs will be done at Lake Johnson (Lake Damn Road Entrance), and I intend to run Tu-Thu-Sat mornings at 6:00 a.m. with the group at Cafe Carolina, Cameron Village. I'm going to try to do the group rides at IOS, but a lot of these will be rides with specific goals in mind (Hill Climbing, Gearing, staying Aero, power transfer, etc.). Rainy day workouts will be treadmill/trainer.

Also, I'll be logging with Strava, so any other athletes on there shoot me a follow or friend request. Profile: http://www.strava.com/athletes/294475

The plan is based on the book "Your First Triathlon" by Joel Friel; The Olympic plan with a cycling emphasis.

Shoot me a PM or text/call me at 919 - SixSevenFive - 2379 if you're interested in doing some training together. I'd love to get a regular group going.

Just saw your post on BT. I'm training for Beaverdam as well as IM 70.3 Raleigh. I live fairly close to Beaverdam/ Falls Lake and try to go out and bike and/or ride the course for training. Generally this is on weekends as I have an odd work schedule during the week. Let me know if you ever want to meet up out there and train any. Best of luck training!!