Any triathletes here? - Page 5

ashtonlady · 06-13-2011, 11:30 AM

Nice bike Mike, What kind of peddles and clips do you have?

mosesbotbol · 06-13-2011, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ashtonlady

Nice bike Mike, What kind of peddles and clips do you have?

They look like Shimanos

06-13-2011, 12:56 PM

They're actually Nashbar Ventoux 2s.

A fraction of the cost. SPD-SL style.

hammondc · 06-13-2011, 06:58 PM

yep. Definitely too warm for wetsuits.

07-11-2011, 12:32 PM

Just under 2 weeks to my next race. Starting my taper this week. I have to admit that I'm getting a bit nervous about this race. I will be able to handle the swim and cruise through the bike, but I'm hoping to be able to stave off cramping and push through the 13.1 mile run. THAT'S going to be the painful part for me...the last half of that run.

Anyone done any others through the summer?

hammondc · 07-11-2011, 01:09 PM

Mine is July 24th.

07-11-2011, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by hammondc

Mine is July 24th.

Hah...same date here. I'll virtual smoke in celebration with you that night.

hammondc · 07-11-2011, 02:07 PM

OH YEAH! Mine is just a srpint Tri though to get my feet wet in the sport.

07-12-2011, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by hammondc

OH YEAH! Mine is just a srpint Tri though to get my feet wet in the sport.

I'll give you the advice I got here before I did my first...trust your training. You've put in all the time, and done all the drills. You CAN do it. Just relax and go at your own pace. Focus on what you're doing and need to do, and everything will be OK. Don't panic in the water. There are buoys and lifeguards if you need to rest/reset. Set your transition area up in order, and everything set and ready so that you don't have to think much there. Have a drink and gel there, as well. KEEP HYDRATED! NOT with only water, though! But the most important thing I can say is ENJOY THE DAY! Race with a smile on your face and have FUN! Having that kind of attitude helps it go MUCH better. I try to and it makes it all feel so much easier and better.

If you have any questions, I'd be happy to try to help from my experiences.

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Originally Posted by Blak Smyth

I did win a gold member on a beer olympic team, but I guess that doesn't much apply here.

LOL!

Blak Smyth · 07-11-2011, 02:27 PM

I did win a gold member on a beer olympic team, but I guess that doesn't much apply here.

07-22-2011, 01:34 PM

About 48 hours from now, I will be nearing the finish on the run for my next event, the Chisago Lakes Triathlon, long course.

Nerves are kicking up a bit, and I keep telling myself, I've made it through each portion in my training. Compartmentalize each portion that way, and I will be able to do it. Keep my own pace on the swim, push it on the bike, and push through the pain on the run. Jeebus, I'm realizing how insane I am.

hammondc · 07-23-2011, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Wanger

About 48 hours from now, I will be nearing the finish on the run for my next event, the Chisago Lakes Triathlon, long course.

Nerves are kicking up a bit, and I keep telling myself, I've made it through each portion in my training. Compartmentalize each portion that way, and I will be able to do it. Keep my own pace on the swim, push it on the bike, and push through the pain on the run. Jeebus, I'm realizing how insane I am.

Is it Olympic length? Good luck.

Mattso3000 · 07-23-2011, 11:54 AM

Good luck Mike.

replicant_argent · 07-23-2011, 11:56 AM

I am doing one tomorrow. I have been training for years and I am finally ready.

Breakfast... Lunch, AND Dinner...

I hope I can pace myself so I don't cramp. Everyone thinks I am out of my mind for tackling such a daunting task, but I just tell them that they can think I am crazy, and I can handle anything!!!!

Now, where is that corned beef jerky!

07-24-2011, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by replicant_argent

I am doing one tomorrow. I have been training for years and I am finally ready.

Breakfast... Lunch, AND Dinner...

I hope I can pace myself so I don't cramp. Everyone thinks I am out of my mind for tackling such a daunting task, but I just tell them that they can think I am crazy, and I can handle anything!!!!

Now, where is that corned beef jerky!

LOL Pete. Hope you didn't pull a hammy. :-P

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Originally Posted by hammondc

Is it Olympic length? Good luck.

Nope...half iron.

Race results: 6

3:51

Going in, I just wanted to finish. I'd have pleased with 7:00, and ecstatic with 6:30. Well, I'm ecstatic.

Swim went awesome...44 and change. Bike went smoothly and as expected. Run was the tough part. Started salting out at about 8 miles, and doubled up from there on out at the water stops. The best part of the whole thing for me was my boys running the last ~100 yards to the finish line with me. Can't wait to see that on the race pictures!

hammondc · 07-25-2011, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Wanger

LOL Pete. Hope you didn't pull a hammy. :-P

Nope...half iron.

Race results: 6

3:51

Going in, I just wanted to finish. I'd have pleased with 7:00, and ecstatic with 6:30. Well, I'm ecstatic.

Swim went awesome...44 and change. Bike went smoothly and as expected. Run was the tough part. Started salting out at about 8 miles, and doubled up from there on out at the water stops. The best part of the whole thing for me was my boys running the last ~100 yards to the finish line with me. Can't wait to see that on the race pictures!

Damn fine job. Half Iron is a helluva accomplishment.

E.J. · 07-25-2011, 10:30 AM

BIG congrats, Mike.... That is awesome!

07-26-2011, 08:12 AM

Thanks guys. I'll add a couple pics once we get moved and can get them off the camera onto the computer.

hammondc · 08-01-2011, 09:13 AM

Did a dry run of the Sprint Tri on Saturday. I should come in under 2hrs.

08-01-2011, 10:14 AM

Sweet! Always good to have a practice run in before the race, and helps with course familiarity.

What are the distances for the portions?

Only have a couple of the pics saved...ones from phones...from last weeks race.

A great swim last week started the itch to do one more this year, too.

06-13-2011, 11:30 AM	#1
ashtonlady The Lady is Here Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Laura Location: Seattle WA Posts: 1,090 Trading: (8)	Re: Any triathletes here? Nice bike Mike, What kind of peddles and clips do you have?

06-13-2011, 12:56 PM	#3
Wanger Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Any triathletes here? They're actually Nashbar Ventoux 2s. A fraction of the cost. SPD-SL style.

06-13-2011, 06:58 PM	#4
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,629 Trading: (17)	Re: Any triathletes here? yep. Definitely too warm for wetsuits.

07-11-2011, 12:32 PM	#5
Wanger Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Any triathletes here? Just under 2 weeks to my next race. Starting my taper this week. I have to admit that I'm getting a bit nervous about this race. I will be able to handle the swim and cruise through the bike, but I'm hoping to be able to stave off cramping and push through the 13.1 mile run. THAT'S going to be the painful part for me...the last half of that run. Anyone done any others through the summer?

07-11-2011, 01:09 PM	#6
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,629 Trading: (17)	Re: Any triathletes here? Mine is July 24th.

07-11-2011, 02:07 PM	#8
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,629 Trading: (17)	Re: Any triathletes here? OH YEAH! Mine is just a srpint Tri though to get my feet wet in the sport.

07-11-2011, 02:27 PM	#10
Blak Smyth Think Blue! Join Date: Jun 2011 First Name: SD Location: THE WOOD Posts: 8,486 Trading: (52)	Re: Any triathletes here? I did win a gold member on a beer olympic team, but I guess that doesn't much apply here. __________________ SUPPORT OUR TROOPS

07-22-2011, 01:34 PM	#11
Wanger Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Any triathletes here? About 48 hours from now, I will be nearing the finish on the run for my next event, the Chisago Lakes Triathlon, long course. Nerves are kicking up a bit, and I keep telling myself, I've made it through each portion in my training. Compartmentalize each portion that way, and I will be able to do it. Keep my own pace on the swim, push it on the bike, and push through the pain on the run. Jeebus, I'm realizing how insane I am.

07-23-2011, 11:54 AM	#13
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07-23-2011, 11:56 AM	#14
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: Any triathletes here? I am doing one tomorrow. I have been training for years and I am finally ready. Breakfast... Lunch, AND Dinner... I hope I can pace myself so I don't cramp. Everyone thinks I am out of my mind for tackling such a daunting task, but I just tell them that they can think I am crazy, and I can handle anything!!!! Now, where is that corned beef jerky! __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

07-25-2011, 10:30 AM	#17
E.J. I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,218 Trading: (21)	Re: Any triathletes here? BIG congrats, Mike.... That is awesome!

07-26-2011, 08:12 AM	#18
Wanger Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Any triathletes here? Thanks guys. I'll add a couple pics once we get moved and can get them off the camera onto the computer.

08-01-2011, 09:13 AM	#19
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,629 Trading: (17)	Re: Any triathletes here? Did a dry run of the Sprint Tri on Saturday. I should come in under 2hrs.

08-01-2011, 10:14 AM	#20
Wanger Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Any triathletes here? Sweet! Always good to have a practice run in before the race, and helps with course familiarity. What are the distances for the portions? Only have a couple of the pics saved...ones from phones...from last weeks race. A great swim last week started the itch to do one more this year, too.