Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: Dino019 on 2012-11-25 2:34 PM

Okay lets kick this sucker off for 2013!!!

Who's in?

I jacked this next part from the IMWI thread....so, thank you IMMOO:

Name: Dino (Pronounced Deeno, not Dyno) Real Name: Scott

What is your Ironman resume? This will be my first 140.6

Why did you choose Ironman Arizona? Tempe is within a 1 day drive from Denver. Weather in November is nice. fairly flat bike course

What are you goals for IMAZ 2013? To stay healthy/injury free. Going for another PR at the Denver Triathlon-Olympic distance. Hoping to have a nice tune-up at Boulder 70.3. Then finish IMAZ in 13ish hrs! 

What are you most looking forward to? After taking it easy this past Summer, because of a new baby, I'm looking forward to all the training in preparation for IMAZ next November

Veterans, any advice you can give?  I'm not an IM vet. So I've got nothing

Edited by Dino019 2012-11-25 2:37 PM

RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: Grif0756 on 2012-11-25 4:51 PM

I'm in! 2nd IM race following IMTX this year. Picked this race due to the timing and weather. I'm from Dallas and this will be a nice cooler less humid race for me. Goal is to finish but hopefully go around 11 hrs but you never know. Looking forward to riding/running in dry heat! Now I'm off to the pool to swim off the last 4 days of glutinous eating..looking forward to the next 2 months.

RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: todds on 2012-11-25 5:34 PM

I'm in! I'm Todd, this will be my 1st Ironman. I picked IMAZ as my 1st because the venue is about 45 minutes from my house I'm also hoping for the 13ish hour mark....And...as a Sooner fan, I can appreciate your avatar
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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: phatknot on 2012-11-25 5:41 PM

Name: Slayer Real Name: Harvey

What is your Ironman resume? IMAZ 2009, IMFL 2010, IMCDA 2011, TTT 2012

Why did you choose Ironman Arizona? A dfew of my ironfriends locally decided to race it and talked me into it, away from IMCOZ. However, I, of course, was the only one to get in via online registration haha

What are you goals for IMAZ 2013? Best race on the day my training and the conditions allow.

Thinking 4 tier goals

Solid goal-Finish with a smile

Likely Goal-Beat IMAZ 2009 with sub 11:14

Reach Goals- PR Im distance sub 10:31

Super Reach Goal-Sub 10

What are you most looking forward to? The guilty pleasures of training and the chance to make amends for a sub par day at IMCDA in 2011.

Veterans, any advice you can give?  I will be glad to answer questions and contribute in the mentor type fashion as we go along. I got a lot out of the group for the 2009 IMAZ!

Welcome aboard everyone. The journey has already begun!
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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: exnavydoc on 2012-11-25 6:41 PM

I'm in as well. Name Joe, this will be number twelve 140.6 for me. I was recovering from surgery and needed a new goal to shoot for and there it was. Somehow got one of the positions offered on-line. I have a long string of last two hour finishes and I plan on continuing to get my money's worth out of the course while enjoying the day and the experience. I also plan on IM Austria in June, then finish the season in Tempe. I am looking forward to the energy and excitement that always is so plentiful on race morning - its the reason I keep coming back!

RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: siouxcityhawk on 2012-11-25 7:47 PM

WOOOOOO WHOOOOOOO!!!  I'm in too!!!   and really excited about it!!!

Name:  Matt

What is your Ironman Resume?  First one for me.

Why did you choose Ironman Arizona?  Couple of reasons.  First, it was the book "You are an Ironman" that got me really thinking that I could pull this off.  Second, late season IM distance race seemed like the most sense.  I'm in Iowa so getting in shape for an early season IM seemed impossible to me.  Third, did I mention I'm in Iowa.  AZ in November will be a vacation regardless of the expected pain that I will put my body through.  Fourth, I have a sister that lives in Tempe and has already committed to a free place to stay for the week I will be there.  Last reason, I did not have the guts to pull the trigger on Wisconsin or Florida.

What are your goals for IMAZ 2013?  First and foremost, hear Mr Riley say "Matt Campbell, you are an IRONMAN!!!".  However, I'm ultra competitive with myself and my tri club.  I would like to see a sub 12 hour performance with a stretch goal of 11:30 and a super stretch goal of 10:59.59.  Obviously having fun, surviving, hugging my wife after I finish and enjoying the experience all work their way into the goal list somewhere.

What are you most looking forward to?  Goal #1 above.  I'm really looking forward to the atmosphere and the excitement.  I'm looking forward to the crowds, the fun, the desert, the challenge, and of course the successes.

Veterans, any advice you can give?  Nope, big old Ironman Virgin here.

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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: rpm1418 on 2012-11-25 8:19 PM

My Name is Ron this will be my 3rd IM.  Chose IMAZ because I have wanted to see Arizona and that it is very spectator friendly for my family.  Goal is to go under 11hrs.  Was suprised that I got in online and I'm from Indiana.  Looking forward to the training and pushing myself to a PR.

RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: Grif0756 on 2012-11-25 9:26 PM

Also Dino. I went to Oklahoma so I like your logo. Boomer!!

RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: todds on 2012-11-25 9:48 PM

SOONER!!!

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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: cstoulil on 2012-11-26 7:48 AM

I'm in again, Chad Stoulil.

Went 14:30 on little training this year for my first. Looking to go under 13:00 next year.

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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: KeriKadi on 2012-11-26 1:04 PM

Name: Keri

What is your Ironman resume? This will be my first 140.6

Why did you choose Ironman Arizona?  Got a bit of a score to settle - www.mamatris.blogspot.com

What are you goals for IMAZ 2013?  1. Injury free  2. Train  3. Get to the start line  4. Take what the day gives me and make the most of it   5. Be thankful.

What are you most looking forward to? Finishing.

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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: Birkierunner on 2012-11-26 1:59 PM

Name: Jim

What is your Ironman resume? After IM Mont-Tremblant in August 2013, Arizona will be my 11th Ironman race

Why did you choose Ironman Arizona? Gives me another shot at KQ next season (for 2014 obviously)

What are you goals for IMAZ 2013?  KQ

What are you most looking forward to? KQ

Veterans, any advice you can give?  Keep things in perspective, this is supposed to be fun.  Assess what your realistic available weekly training hours are, design a repeatable core weekly training schedule to fit those hours, and stick with it.

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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: phatknot on 2012-11-26 2:56 PM

I kind of glanced at resuts for my AG next year and it took about sub 9:50 to KQ. Think that's about 9-10 minutes faster than 2011. What's your AG looking like Birkie?
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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: amysmith61 on 2012-11-26 3:59 PM

Name: Amy

What is your Ironman resume? This will be my third Ironman -  completed 2011 and 2012 IMTX

Why did you choose Ironman Arizona? Cooler temps and no humidity...  Train hot, race cool!

What are you goals for IMAZ 2013? To stay healthy/injury free. I'm always battling injuries, and I am hopeful I will be healthy when the cannon goes off on Nov 17th.  First Goal:  Finish;  Second Goal Sub 15 hrs; Stretch Goal - Sub 14 hrs

What are you most looking forward to? Looking forward to swimming in water <84 Degrees and running <95 Degrees!

Edited by amysmith61 2012-11-26 4:00 PM

RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: phatknot on 2012-11-26 4:43 PM

Thats a helluva story Keri. Look forward to watching you settle the score.
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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: devilfan02 on 2012-11-26 5:23 PM

I somehow registered online as well and am really looking forward to it!

Name:  Pat What is your Ironman Resume?  IMAZ 2013 will by my first 140.6.  I will be doing IM California 70.3 this March 30th. Why did you choose Ironman Arizona?  I was raised in Phoenix so it will be great to complete my first IM in front of friends and family.  An added bonus will being able to sleep in my own bed and have access to my kitchen.  The weather is usually great in November so overall racing in AZ is a no brainer. What are your goals for IMAZ 2013?  I'm brand new to triathlon and will be starting with a triathlon coach and club very soon.  Not sure what my goal finishing time is but I know I want to bust my the next 11 months to get as prepared as I can.  Would love to break whatever time goal I set in front of friends and family. What are you most looking forward to?  Really looking forward to how much I can improve from now until raceday.  It will be a crazy year but running down that finishing chute will be a HUGE reward!  Veterans, any advice you can give?  No triathlon advice here but I'm a Phoenix native and an ASU alum.  I know the PHX area, especially Tempe, like the back of my hand so feel free to ask me any PHX/Tempe related questions.  Looking forward to an awesome year!

 

Edited by devilfan02 2012-11-26 5:25 PM

RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: krazytallchick on 2012-11-26 8:38 PM

Name: Kathy

What is your Ironman resume? This will be my 2nd IM.  Completed Louisville this summer!

Why did you choose Ironman Arizona?  Peer Pressure.  I knew at sometime I would do Arizona I just didn't think it would be next year.

What are you goals for IMAZ 2013?  To stay healthy, finish under the 17 hours with a smile on my face.

What are you most looking forward to? Been taking it easy due to a stress fracture and I am looking forward to training again.  Also I just moved to a new state so I look forward to learning new friends and routes.

Veterans, any advice you can give?  Since this is my 2nd IM I don't consider myself a vet.  I always love learning from others.

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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: Birkierunner on 2012-11-26 10:33 PM

For 2012 the M50-54 AG was won with a 10:08 and 4th place was 10:32   In 2011 that range was 9:57 to 10:02.  Not sure how many slots were in that AG either year. 

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RE: Ironman Arizona : Official Thread
BY: KeriKadi on 2012-11-27 11:47 AM

Anybody know when the 2013 mentor groups open up? Anybody here plan on mentoring? That would be sweet!

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