Getting to an Ironman doesn’t happen in a year. It takes building a base year over year. It takes friends and support systems to make it to the race start as it is a major endeavor. To make it to the start takes a team. … ... Continue
Category: Racing and Reviews
Product Review: The Wetsuit
After 4 years, my first and only wetsuit doesn’t fit anymore. With that in mind while at the local triathlon store, I decided to try on a few wetsuits to get ideas for next Summer.
Scoping out the Race
In preparation for Ironman AZ, I went to Tempe, Arizona to observe the 2015 race. Here are my notes.
The Bike Broke
My bike broke in September due to a mechanical part failure. It was not fun at the time as I was leading a Cascade Bicycle Ride with about 15 ducklings in a nice straight line following me. Fortunately another leader took over.
Ironman Arizona Here I come
One day, you will wake up and there won’t be any more time to do the things you’ve always wanted. Do it now.
Paulo Coelho
It was Summer 2015 and I had finished the STP riding my bike 200+ miles in one day. … ... Continue
Race Report: Rock and Roll Olympic Sammamish Lake Triathlon (Summer 2011)
A glassy lake, favorite local bike loop, and a flat run made for a great olympic triathlon morning with top rock and brass bands adding a punch of fun and variety. For an inaugural event, this was a well run and supported race. No corners … ... Continue