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2008 Kona Lottery, who's in?
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 2007-10-12 10:58 AM |
New user 43 |  Subject: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in?I am. Active duty Air Force and multiple random deployments per year means not being able to register a year in advance for any of the other NASports races. But for Hawaii, I'd beg and plead for leave, and anything is possible.  |
| 2007-10-12 1:55 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
Pro 4206   Los Angeles, CA | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? You know, when I first started doing tri, I was like, no matter what, I want to go to kona. Even through lotto. But now, as I do more tri's, I'd like to make it on my own. I'm not sure what changed my mind. Of course, my mind my change next year, but for now, no lotto. Unfortunately, this probably will not happen so I'm hoping to outlive some people as I get into the upper age groups of 60s, 70s, and 80s.  Either way, good luck. I heard it's pretty hard to get in. I think you can help your chances by becoming a "passport" member?!? Edited by auto208562 2007-10-12 1:56 PM |
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| Extreme Veteran 488 NY | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? How do you apply for a lottery spot...don't think i would do it, but curios if anyone knows. |
| 2007-10-12 3:29 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
Frugal Gear Geek 2199 having fun with the kids | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? When I have the time to make the commitment to racing an IM distance race, I will consider a loto spot. I am amoungst the masses that will have to age into and luck into a spot getting to me through my own talents. Since the $35,000+ and growing price tag for a charity spot is, well, just a little out of reach, than a loto spot is my most likely chance. I will not discrace the race with my presence until I can devote myself into a proper effort. |
| 2007-10-12 3:50 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
Champion 8766   Evergreen, Colorado | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? I'm going to register! I'm AD Air Force too and I KNOW at least I will be stateside when Kona rolls around in 2008 so I can't pass up the chance! When does it open? Probably after the race, but anyone know exactly when? |
| 2007-10-12 3:59 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
Champion 6993 Chicago, Illinois | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? Well Michellie Jones said does not mater if you do kona through kq or lottery you still go to Kona and if you finish you still finished. I am going into the Kona lottery this year and probably every year. I jsut wish they had something like that for the boston marathon but then again if they did they make billions per year. |
 2007-10-12 4:26 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
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| Extreme Veteran 361 Dallas, TX (Valley Ranch area) | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? I plan on registering. It's a long shot, but better odds than me qualifying at IMFL in three weeks. |
| 2007-10-12 6:25 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
Champion 6627 Rochester Hills, Michigan Gold member | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? Not. Wouldn't mind, one day, but not worth sinking the cash into a 'might get there' event. |
| 2007-10-12 8:55 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Master 2381 Frisco, Texas | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? I'm taking a chance on the lottery. It's not that bad of a deal. Last year I entered via Passport for $85. They sent me a DVD of the 2006 Kona race - the coverage with Al Trautwig minus the commercials. I watch it while on the trainer. I hope they do the same this year. TJ |
| 2007-10-13 11:53 AM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Master 1534 San Diego, CA | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? I'll be trying again this year ! |
| 2007-10-13 7:14 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Champion 5575 Butler | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? Wasn't there a thread before that the lottery is not really a "lottery"? What I mean is they let a lot of human interest stories in and don' t really draw names out of a hat. So basically you have to have a good story. I am sure some people are drawn but I doubt it is many. |
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| Champion 5575 Butler | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? I guess there is no way to really know. If they did as I suggested and said that noone would pay the $ for the lottery. I doubt they get rich off the lottery but it is still $$. |
| 2007-10-14 12:12 AM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Expert 904 | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? I'm going to go for the lottery. I told the hubby if I get in I'm quitting my job and training full-time. Eat, Sleep, and Train. The best part about it is that he is cool with it. |
| 2007-10-14 3:48 AM in reply to: #1005732 |
| Mesa | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? rkreuser - 2007-10-12 4:25 PM Not. Wouldn't mind, one day, but not worth sinking the cash into a 'might get there' event. SWEET Rick is up for SILVERMAN!!! and I'll never buy a Kona lottery. Only by qualification will I go and I am kind of with Rick... although I am signed up for IMAZ again. But SILVERMAN is going to rock! Edited by chile7473 2007-10-14 3:49 AM |
| 2007-10-14 4:03 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Extreme Veteran 481 The Land of Mickey-Orlando | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? Im in...and...being a positive soul, I did the passport which gave me two chances. I know its a long shot but you can't win if you don't play...right??? |
| 2007-10-15 12:50 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Expert 939 Tulsa | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? I'm in....I wonder how much money they make from everyone trying to get in through the lottery?!? |
| 2007-10-16 12:21 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Extreme Veteran 405 | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? I am in...I figure right now it is my best hope of ever getting there. I agree with the guy that said it doesn't matter how you get there, if you finish, you still did the same race. I would only be racing against the clock, but man it would be a memory for a lifetime! For all of us thinking that at age 60+ we are going to have a better shot at qualifying, why do you think that? I know right now that there are not alot of 60+ folks doing IMs, but the sport is very very young. Don't you think that the same folks doing tris right now at 30-50 might still be around when we reach 60? I think it will be just as hard when I reach 60+ to qualify as it is right now...just my thoughts. |
| 2007-10-16 12:52 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Cycling Guru 15134 Fulton, MD | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? Good luck to everyone going for the lottery. The lottery is not my favorite thing and I personally will only go if I qualify, but I've got nothing against people going for it when it is available as it leads to some really cool race reports! |
| 2007-10-16 1:58 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Master 1320 Chilliwack, BC | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? I personally think that not everybody is blessed with speed. If they did not have the lottery, they would lose interest, I am sure. So to those with out the speed or..the time to actually train as hard as it is needed to gain the speed...Thats what the lottery is for. Good luck to all that enter.. |
| 2007-10-16 2:01 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Champion 6993 Chicago, Illinois | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? yep in theory even the everyday man can become an ironman world champ even though he can not win no matter what he does. . Well why not have the lottery its a huge money maker. |
| 2007-10-16 3:34 PM in reply to: #1010455 |
Lethbridge, Alberta Bronze member | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? EABonney - 2007-10-16 11:21 AM ... I think it will be just as hard when I reach 60+ to qualify as it is right now...just my thoughts. I expect you're right. After reading this thread, I decided that I would probably like to try the race someday if I had the chance and might as well start playing the lottery for it. I don't think my odds are very good in the international pool, and the price for that slim chance is outrageous, but you can't win a lottery without buying a ticket so I'm in. At least for the money I get 6 months of daydreams and motivation. |
| 2007-10-16 3:49 PM in reply to: #1010874 |
| Champion 6993 Chicago, Illinois | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in? Micawber - 2007-10-16 3:34 PM EABonney - 2007-10-16 11:21 AM ... I think it will be just as hard when I reach 60+ to qualify as it is right now...just my thoughts. I expect you're right. After reading this thread, I decided that I would probably like to try the race someday if I had the chance and might as well start playing the lottery for it. I don't think my odds are very good in the international pool, and the price for that slim chance is outrageous, but you can't win a lottery without buying a ticket so I'm in. At least for the money I get 6 months of daydreams and motivation. last year I did not think I could finish Konda this year if I got in so I only did the basic level. nice how they are screwing over people internationally. other than extra entry is there any reason to be in the passport club? |
| 2007-10-16 10:02 PM in reply to: #1004569 |
| Expert 1006 Kansas City, MO | Subject: RE: 2008 Kona Lottery, who's in?
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