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2008-08-04 7:07 AM

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Subject: Tawas Triathlon Festival - HIM
I signed up for this race months ago as a carrot to get some training done.  I've contacted 3D a couple of times to see if I could get some course maps, so I could ride and research the routes.  Basically, they've put me off each time, saying its coming later in the week, with nothing ever showing up.

First question, does anyone have maps or know the route?  They say that the route is marked if you look on the roads.  Any locals have knowledge of it?

Second, does anyone think this race might get canned from a lack of registration?  Its a first year distance at this event, and I have a bad feeling about it.  I know they (3D) cancelled a bunch of mid and late season events last year for that reason.  There is a better race in OH on that Sunday.  I'm wishing that I would have registered for the other race now. 



2008-08-04 2:25 PM
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Not sure about any of that, but I was thinking of doing the Oly at this. I'll have to keep an eye out.
2008-08-04 2:48 PM
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Hearing this just makes my frustrations with 3d grow. I personally feel they need to cut back the number of races they do and focus on making the ones they have better.

Carl's Family tri was the best organized event I have seen and it was a result of the YMCA managing the majority of the race and volunteers with Kenny's primary focus being timing and prizes. The combination of this with the low capacity made for a hell of a fun event.

Personally, I don't think 3d has their act together well enough to pull off a HIM distance race unless it's on a small, multi loop course and the participant cap is set very low.

2008-08-04 2:52 PM
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Not surprised at all to hear this. I will never do a 3D race again after only doing one of theres (HIM last year in Grand Haven)

They have the market on Michigan racing yet they seem to constantly screw things up. Either hire on more help to make things smoother and get things taken care of or cut back your races and focus on those. Sorry rant over...for now

2008-08-04 3:18 PM
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Glen, Mike, I'm with you guys. 

Like I said, I wish I hadn't signed up for it.  I'm seriously considering just chalking up the race fees as a loss.  Then I could do my first HIM in OH at the Toyota event.

The saving grace here, is that I saw that they were going to be working with another organizer for the event.  I can't find the info on it though.  If anyone has a link, please share it. 

2008-08-04 7:44 PM
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From what I have heard they are no longer working with the other organizer for Tawas.


2008-08-04 8:56 PM
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slick - 2008-08-04 8:44 PM From what I have heard they are no longer working with the other organizer for Tawas.

 ... great ... wanna buy an entry? 

2008-08-04 9:23 PM
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ew, Matt, sorry.... 

 

2008-08-04 9:28 PM
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From an email titled "Exciting Racing News" sent by 3D:

The New Tawas Bay Triathlon Festival is now owned by us. An end of season event that must be on your calendar. New to the sport, or not there is something for everyone all downtown Tawas. Beautiful Lake Huron crystal clear swim in Tawas Bay, bike on the pine tree lined roads outside of Tawas and run out to lighthouse point and back. All coming to an end with a barbecue beach side with a party Saturday evening. We are excited about this venue and look forward to the future. We will be making several trips up there on Monday/Tuesdays to get the course marked for your training purposes. Register now to secure your Tech shirt and gear bag.

Good news Matt - you have already secured your Tech shirt.
2008-08-05 8:23 AM
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Come down to Ohio! Oh, and convince Ryan to do that one as his first HIM I would be the BEST jockstrap for you boys EVER!
2008-08-05 9:01 AM
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slick - 2008-08-04 9:28 PM

From an email titled "Exciting Racing News" sent by 3D:

The New Tawas Bay Triathlon Festival is now owned by us. An end of season event that must be on your calendar. New to the sport, or not there is something for everyone all downtown Tawas. Beautiful Lake Huron crystal clear swim in Tawas Bay, bike on the pine tree lined roads outside of Tawas and run out to lighthouse point and back. All coming to an end with a barbecue beach side with a party Saturday evening. We are excited about this venue and look forward to the future. We will be making several trips up there on Monday/Tuesdays to get the course marked for your training purposes. Register now to secure your Tech shirt and gear bag.

Good news Matt - you have already secured your Tech shirt.


They make it sound like a race I realy want to do. But all the problems I am hearing about 3D I don;t want anything to do with it.


2008-08-05 9:24 AM
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jazz82482 - 2008-08-05 9:23 AM

Come down to Ohio! Oh, and convince Ryan to do that one as his first HIM I would be the BEST jockstrap for you boys EVER!


I can see Jazz thumping someone over the head and stealing there bike and timing chip for the ride and run. Are you sure you could contain that competitive side of you?
2008-08-05 10:19 AM
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rottieguy - 2008-08-05 10:24 AM

jazz82482 - 2008-08-05 9:23 AM

Come down to Ohio! Oh, and convince Ryan to do that one as his first HIM I would be the BEST jockstrap for you boys EVER!


I can see Jazz thumping someone over the head and stealing there bike and timing chip for the ride and run. Are you sure you could contain that competitive side of you?


hehe. YES, I can contain myself. But I will pour that energy into cheerleading You should do the race too!!
2008-08-05 10:29 AM
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What is the race in OH everyone is talking about? I was considering Tawas (after the Steelhead swim was cancelled) but now I'm not so sure. Maybe we all need to rent another house in OH!?
2008-08-05 11:07 AM
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When is it?
2008-08-05 11:57 AM
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Toyota Challenge, Sunday Sept 14, SW of the Columbus area at an Ohio State Park named Deer Creek

http://www.hfpracing.com/eventinfo.php?eventid=48

I was planning on doing it but with the kids football I can't get away on Saturday til around 8 pm and don't feel like leaving that late, as I planned on staying at the campground to save some $$$.


2008-08-05 1:21 PM
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jazz82482 - 2008-08-05 9:23 AM Come down to Ohio! Oh, and convince Ryan to do that one as his first HIM I would be the BEST jockstrap for you boys EVER!

 

You mean you'd do things like hook me up with Gu's when I forget them at home, and trade me watch straps? 

I'm going to have to look into that event a little more. 

2008-08-05 2:11 PM
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matt3liv - 2008-08-05 2:21 PM

jazz82482 - 2008-08-05 9:23 AM Come down to Ohio! Oh, and convince Ryan to do that one as his first HIM I would be the BEST jockstrap for you boys EVER!

You mean you'd do things like hook me up with Gu's when I forget them at home, and trade me watch straps?

I'm going to have to look into that event a little more.



EXACTLY! And I can bring a whole tool box and fix everything that needs fixin. Oh, and I can return your velcro
2008-08-05 2:12 PM
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rottieguy - 2008-08-05 12:57 PM

Toyota Challenge, Sunday Sept 14, SW of the Columbus area at an Ohio State Park named Deer Creek

http://www.hfpracing.com/eventinfo.php?eventid=48

I was planning on doing it but with the kids football I can't get away on Saturday til around 8 pm and don't feel like leaving that late, as I planned on staying at the campground to save some $$$.


Ooo- a BT camping trip! Now that sounds like just as much fun!
2008-08-05 2:24 PM
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jazz82482 - 2008-08-05 3:12 PM
rottieguy - 2008-08-05 12:57 PM Toyota Challenge, Sunday Sept 14, SW of the Columbus area at an Ohio State Park named Deer Creek http://www.hfpracing.com/eventinfo.php?eventid=48 I was planning on doing it but with the kids football I can't get away on Saturday til around 8 pm and don't feel like leaving that late, as I planned on staying at the campground to save some $$$.
Ooo- a BT camping trip! Now that sounds like just as much fun!

I wonder if I could convince Jamie to FINALLY come along....

The only problem being, there is school the next day.  I wonder if Grandma wants to watch the kids ....

Rottie, I'd save you a campsite.  Heck, I'd set up a tent for you, dude.

Man, I shouldn't get my head spinning in this direction ... 

2008-08-05 2:34 PM
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jazz82482 - 2008-08-05 2:12 PM
rottieguy - 2008-08-05 12:57 PM Toyota Challenge, Sunday Sept 14, SW of the Columbus area at an Ohio State Park named Deer Creek http://www.hfpracing.com/eventinfo.php?eventid=48I was planning on doing it but with the kids football I can't get away on Saturday til around 8 pm and don't feel like leaving that late, as I planned on staying at the campground to save some $$$.
Ooo- a BT camping trip! Now that sounds like just as much fun!

I'm in for a camping trip!!!

Hey Jazzy, think we can top the Oompa Loompa costumes at the half-way point at Steelhead?  Bet we can!



2008-08-05 3:20 PM
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I'll talk SweetP into it. We have extra tents if anyone needs one. I need some support (loud support!) along the run - I was dying at Steelhead.
2008-08-05 4:01 PM
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Mmm...maybe we should start a new thread, since the title of this one is now misleading....
2008-08-05 7:43 PM
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Nelg - 2008-08-04 3:48 PM

Hearing this just makes my frustrations with 3d grow. I personally feel they need to cut back the number of races they do and focus on making the ones they have better.

Carl's Family tri was the best organized event I have seen and it was a result of the YMCA managing the majority of the race and volunteers with Kenny's primary focus being timing and prizes. The combination of this with the low capacity made for a hell of a fun event.

Personally, I don't think 3d has their act together well enough to pull off a HIM distance race unless it's on a small, multi loop course and the participant cap is set very low.



A few weeks ago there was a thread on 3D and the Interlochen OLY fiasco. Lots of late registrants coupled with a lot of no-shows for volunteers on top of very windy conditions made for an unsafe swim after buoys broke free and at least one swimmer had to be helped by another competitor because the safety people didn't notice them in distress. No marshalls on the bike course that I ever saw because the quality of the pace lines out there were text book.

A few people contacted Kenny and he blew them off saying the event was a success.
2008-08-05 8:00 PM
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TriMike - 2008-08-05 8:43 PM
Nelg - 2008-08-04 3:48 PM Hearing this just makes my frustrations with 3d grow. I personally feel they need to cut back the number of races they do and focus on making the ones they have better. Carl's Family tri was the best organized event I have seen and it was a result of the YMCA managing the majority of the race and volunteers with Kenny's primary focus being timing and prizes. The combination of this with the low capacity made for a hell of a fun event. Personally, I don't think 3d has their act together well enough to pull off a HIM distance race unless it's on a small, multi loop course and the participant cap is set very low.
A few weeks ago there was a thread on 3D and the Interlochen OLY fiasco. Lots of late registrants coupled with a lot of no-shows for volunteers on top of very windy conditions made for an unsafe swim after buoys broke free and at least one swimmer had to be helped by another competitor because the safety people didn't notice them in distress. No marshalls on the bike course that I ever saw because the quality of the pace lines out there were text book. A few people contacted Kenny and he blew them off saying the event was a success.

 

While I was not at that race, it is part of what spurred me to address this.  I'm pretty torn at this point.  On one hand, I've paid for tawas, its relatively close to home.  (under two hours)  I can head up there on a Saturday morning to ride the course and not think twice about it.  Its on  a Saturday, which works nicely for our family schedule.

However, I'm pretty concerned that this race won't even happen, or it might be a clusterfck, or I'll have to basically be  self-supporting out there, without knowing I need to in advance. 

I don't know much about the Sunday race.  Either way, I don't want to be out there in a field of 200.  I'd like to have targets to push me along and keep my mind off the physical effects.

I talked to Jamie about going to Oh instead.  She's game, but we'd leave the kids at home.  After seeing the boredom on lots of kids faces, I won't drag my kids to a HIM.  The olympic distance is the max for them.  She doesn't want to camp though.  So, I'll have to check into the accommodations around there.  Perhaps a suite, split a couple ways? 

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