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The Rules to Being a Triathlete
http://badig.com/2012/03/the-rules-to-being-a-triathlete/ The Rules: #1. Not everyone thinks what you do is awesome. Most think you’re a bit nuts, and they’re right. Remember that at your next cocktail party. #2. No race jerseys of races you haven’t raced in, especially if the distance is longer than you’ve been. T-shirts…
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Great Swimming Article
http://www.finalsurge.com/blog/article/why-we-train-swim-different
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Essential Tools
So I've noticed we have a good infusion of noobs here. Personally I think that's awesome. I just wanted to post up a list of what I, as a coach and athlete, feel is good starter list of tools to have. Swim: Jammers or Briefs for guys, one piece for girls Goggles Swim Cap (not necessary for guys really) Pull buoy Small…
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New Gear
So it's been dead here for about a week or longer. Let's see if we can get some discussion going with a fun topic. What gear, accessories, nutrition, rigs, etc have you bought this year that you're excited about?
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Welcome
So it seems that we have a bunch of new folks in the group. Welcome to the group and perhaps to the sport. My name is Scott. I am a moderator here and a USAT Level I Coach. Always feel free to ask questions. There is no stupid question as endurance sports and specifically multisport ventures are vastly different from…
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BT Mentor Group
Mentor groups are open for the Spring. Feel free to join mine, http://beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=507700&posts=1&page=1
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TRX Systems
Best place price wise to purchase??? Thanks.
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Beginner Triathlete Mentor Groups
They're now open for the summer. Here is my, and my coach's, group: http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=486650&posts=2&start=1
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Interesting Article on Power vs. HR
http://www.sigmacoaching.com/using-power-or-heart-rate-vol-1/
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My Strength Training Article on Sonic Endurance
http://sonicendurance.com/node/56
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IM Changing Swim Start
So rumor coming out of CdA community meetings is that IM branded events will be going from mass starts to a modified TT style start. Apparently groups of 100 or "flows" will be going off at the same time. The idea is that it's easier for lifeguards to spot distressed swimmers if in a smaller pack. Thoughts????
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Wooo Hooo
Back to Brooks PureConnects. Back to the tried and true. Not sure why I switched out to Asics in the first place.
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EOY Deals
I know that SwimOutlet.com has good deals going on for tri apparel right now. Post up if you find any amazing End of Year/End of Season deals.
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Obey the Rules (Triathlon Version) :P
Can't take credit for this. This was penned by an acquaintance who has qualified for Kona more than his fair share of times. The Rules: #1. Not everyone thinks what you do is awesome. Most think you’re a bit nuts, and they’re right. Remember that at your next cocktail party. #2. No race jerseys of races you haven’t raced…
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Headlight recs
Looking for a headlight for my Ordu. Needs to be able to fit on the basebar. Anyone have any recommendations?
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Finally a decent race pic
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Swim Speed Secrets by Sheila Taormina
Awesome book. Good read in the discipline most of us are weakest at.
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Galveston 70.3
I know there are some Houston area folks on here. Registration is open. $200 until the end of the week, then it jumps up a bit.
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Ironman Texas
Open damn you!!! Hey little town residents that don't want the bike course running through your town, get over it. All the triathletes in the city have found out about the nice roads and rollers in your towns and even if the course doesn't go through there it's still a perfect place for flatlanders to train for hills.…
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New Gear
Got these Sunday: http://www.asicsamerica.com/footwear/running-shoes/gel-ds-racer-9-t216n-mens/ This is showing today: http://www.bellsports.com/cycling/helmets/javelin-5263/# And I got the Swimoutlet.com schwaggle off Active.com and bought some new Jammers. I may need to space out the time between my wife seeing…
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Butterfly is the Devil
That is all.
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IMTX
Of course I plan to enter for 2013 and they have issues with the host township. Typical. As long as it stays in the Houston Metro area I'm good I guess. GRRRRR
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Memorial Hermann Kemah Olympic Distance Race Report
So everyone can learn from my mistakes. Go ahead and ask ?s if you have any. I know there are a lot of newbies here. Memorial Hermann Kemah Triathlon - Olympic Course 2012-04-29 Kemah, Texas United States Onurmark Productions 74F / 23C Sunny Total Time = 2h 39m 46s Overall Rank = 97/700ish Age Group = 35-39 Age Group Rank…
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Houston/SE Texas Folks
I went to Tad Hughes for the bike fit on my new rig. I highly recommend him. Went out on Sunday and killed 44 miles in a super agressive position and felt great coming off the bike. Can't wait to slap some race wheels on her and go race Kemah in 2 weeks. So I know that lots of folks waffle between Tad, Shama, and the Bike…
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Hi My Name is Scott
and I'm a triathlon addict. Literally went down to Texas 70.3 this weekend to spectate/volunteer. I was shaking I wanted to race so bad. I need help. LOL.
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Bike P0rn
Will be switching out the fd from 105 to Ultegra, have a free SRAM Red crank headed my way so it's going on, and looking at a decent set of wheels.
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Getting a new rig
Happy dance time!!!! Orbea Ordu SLT or SDR
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Trying to make racing weight
So my name is Scott. I compete in triathlons. Currently at the half ironman distance. My longterm goal is to qualify for The World Championships in Kona, but that is a ways down the road. I started tracking nutrition again after I put on 5 lbs over the holidays. Currently I sit at 164 and I'm looking to get to 155 by 4/1.
