Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out?
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2013-08-27 8:39 PM |
282 | Subject: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Registration just opened yesterday (so far it hasn't sold out) any idea how long till it does?
Looks like last year it sold out around Nov 6th, but that was the first year in Whistler...
So any predictions if/when it will sell out?
And on a related note: Anyone doing it? |
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2013-08-27 9:23 PM in reply to: Chillin |
Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Registration for this year's Whistler didn't open till late October if I remember correctly. So while it did sell out on Nov 6th, it's not like it was open for months...maybe 2 weeks. Ironman in North America has gone through a serious shake up in the last 3 years. IMSG is no more. IMNYC came and went. IMTX, IMMT, IMC, IMLT, and IM Chattanooga are all new races or relatively new. It may be a few years before all the dust settles and people decide which races are the most popular. It seems as though IMAZ, IMFL, IMLP, and IMWI have a strong foothold on opening day sellouts, but that may change. Or at least a race like IMFL may stay open for more than a couple hours. |
2013-08-28 1:36 AM in reply to: Jason N |
282 | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Oh if last year sold out in approx 2 weeks I would expect this year to sell out in the same or less...
I was hoping to wait until after I had completed my first official triathlon before I signed up for Ironman, but maybe I shouldn't wait... (my tri is in 6 days) ...yes I realize how ridiculous that sounds. |
2013-08-28 1:53 PM in reply to: Chillin |
Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Ironman isn't exactly going anywhere. Last I heard there weren't any new predictions of the world ending in 2014, or that the Mayan calandar was running out of pages again. |
2013-08-28 1:59 PM in reply to: Jason N |
282 | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Haha true but since you need to book a year in advance if I don't book now I have to wait 2 years to do Ironman. That's a long time to wait.
Also Ironman Whistler 2014 happens within 6 days of my 40th birthday. Doing it for my 41st or 42nd just doesn't have the same feel to it. |
2013-08-28 2:58 PM in reply to: Chillin |
Master 10208 Northern IL | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Something like Challenge Penticton would not be an option? |
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2013-08-28 3:21 PM in reply to: Chillin |
Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? sign up now, if you don't, you will regret it. why are you waiting? |
2013-08-28 3:28 PM in reply to: brigby1 |
282 | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by brigby1 Something like Challenge Penticton would not be an option? Hmmm, that's an idea I never thought of... So I just looked into it and 3 things make it less desirable: -Farther from home (not a huge deal, but being more than twice as far from Vancouver isn't ideal). -Farther from my birthday. I kind of wanted to do this as a 40th birthday thing so being a month away from my birthday kind of takes away from that. -It is not "Ironman" lol I know it's just branding, but since they are essentially the same price I might as well go for Ironman. Thanks for the idea though. |
2013-08-28 3:31 PM in reply to: tarmac52 |
282 | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by tarmac52 sign up now, if you don't, you will regret it. why are you waiting? Because I wanted to wait until I had at least finished 1 official tri before I signed up for Ironman... but I know I am not going to want to do it Less after my tri on monday, so I guess I don't have any good reason for waiting (and you are right I will regret it if I miss it). |
2013-08-28 5:02 PM in reply to: Chillin |
Champion 9407 Montague Gold Mines, Nova Scotia | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by Chillin Haha true but since you need to book a year in advance if I don't book now I have to wait 2 years to do Ironman. That's a long time to wait.
Also Ironman Whistler 2014 happens within 6 days of my 40th birthday. Doing it for my 41st or 42nd just doesn't have the same feel to it. What are your goals in triathlon? Long term participation or bucket list and done? Shane |
2013-08-28 5:08 PM in reply to: Chillin |
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2013-08-28 5:33 PM in reply to: gsmacleod |
282 | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin What are your goals in triathlon? Long term participation or bucket list and done? Shane Haha true but since you need to book a year in advance if I don't book now I have to wait 2 years to do Ironman. That's a long time to wait.
Also Ironman Whistler 2014 happens within 6 days of my 40th birthday. Doing it for my 41st or 42nd just doesn't have the same feel to it.
Long term. For my first IM my goal would "only" be to finish but I will still be doing more tri's both before and after that. Not sure about other IMs but more tris definitely. |
2013-08-28 5:45 PM in reply to: Chillin |
Champion 9407 Montague Gold Mines, Nova Scotia | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by Chillin Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin What are your goals in triathlon? Long term participation or bucket list and done? Shane Haha true but since you need to book a year in advance if I don't book now I have to wait 2 years to do Ironman. That's a long time to wait.
Also Ironman Whistler 2014 happens within 6 days of my 40th birthday. Doing it for my 41st or 42nd just doesn't have the same feel to it.
Long term. For my first IM my goal would "only" be to finish but I will still be doing more tri's both before and after that. Not sure about other IMs but more tris definitely. In that case my advice would be to wait until at least your third season of tri until you step up to ironman. When it comes to endurance sport and especially with the jump to ultradistance events, the long game is far superior to racing to get an ironman done as quickly as possible. As Jason said, ironman is always going to be there so you can take a more gradual approach, Shane |
2013-08-28 8:32 PM in reply to: gsmacleod |
282 | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin In that case my advice would be to wait until at least your third season of tri until you step up to ironman. When it comes to endurance sport and especially with the jump to ultradistance events, the long game is far superior to racing to get an ironman done as quickly as possible. As Jason said, ironman is always going to be there so you can take a more gradual approach, Shane Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin What are your goals in triathlon? Long term participation or bucket list and done? Shane Haha true but since you need to book a year in advance if I don't book now I have to wait 2 years to do Ironman. That's a long time to wait.
Also Ironman Whistler 2014 happens within 6 days of my 40th birthday. Doing it for my 41st or 42nd just doesn't have the same feel to it.
Long term. For my first IM my goal would "only" be to finish but I will still be doing more tri's both before and after that. Not sure about other IMs but more tris definitely.
"the long game is far superior". Superior in what way? Do you mean to get a better result? To avoid unnecessary strain on my body? Neither of those are concerns to me. But anyways I guess my answer to your last question should have been: Neither/Both. I am going to continue to do triathlons And completing Ironman on my 40th birthday is a "bucket list" type item. |
2013-08-28 9:18 PM in reply to: Chillin |
Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by Chillin Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin In that case my advice would be to wait until at least your third season of tri until you step up to ironman. When it comes to endurance sport and especially with the jump to ultradistance events, the long game is far superior to racing to get an ironman done as quickly as possible. As Jason said, ironman is always going to be there so you can take a more gradual approach, Shane Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin What are your goals in triathlon? Long term participation or bucket list and done? Shane Haha true but since you need to book a year in advance if I don't book now I have to wait 2 years to do Ironman. That's a long time to wait.
Also Ironman Whistler 2014 happens within 6 days of my 40th birthday. Doing it for my 41st or 42nd just doesn't have the same feel to it.
Long term. For my first IM my goal would "only" be to finish but I will still be doing more tri's both before and after that. Not sure about other IMs but more tris definitely.
"the long game is far superior". Superior in what way? Do you mean to get a better result? To avoid unnecessary strain on my body? Neither of those are concerns to me. But anyways I guess my answer to your last question should have been: Neither/Both. I am going to continue to do triathlons And completing Ironman on my 40th birthday is a "bucket list" type item. So what are you waiting for then? Sign up!!! |
2013-08-28 9:19 PM in reply to: Fred D |
Veteran 2297 Great White North | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? I found a great condo (5 nights /$110, 650', 1 bedroom), close to the expo/athlete village at the Olympic Plaza. Lots of Americans appeared to have driven from Washington and Oregon and lots of rentals with Washington tags on them as well. |
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2013-08-29 2:04 AM in reply to: Jason N |
282 | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by Jason N Originally posted by Chillin Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin In that case my advice would be to wait until at least your third season of tri until you step up to ironman. When it comes to endurance sport and especially with the jump to ultradistance events, the long game is far superior to racing to get an ironman done as quickly as possible. As Jason said, ironman is always going to be there so you can take a more gradual approach, Shane Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin What are your goals in triathlon? Long term participation or bucket list and done? Shane Haha true but since you need to book a year in advance if I don't book now I have to wait 2 years to do Ironman. That's a long time to wait.
Also Ironman Whistler 2014 happens within 6 days of my 40th birthday. Doing it for my 41st or 42nd just doesn't have the same feel to it.
Long term. For my first IM my goal would "only" be to finish but I will still be doing more tri's both before and after that. Not sure about other IMs but more tris definitely.
"the long game is far superior". Superior in what way? Do you mean to get a better result? To avoid unnecessary strain on my body? Neither of those are concerns to me. But anyways I guess my answer to your last question should have been: Neither/Both. I am going to continue to do triathlons And completing Ironman on my 40th birthday is a "bucket list" type item. So what are you waiting for then? Sign up!!! LOL, just had to get the wife on board with the level of training I'll need to be doing for the next year. She agreed. I'm now registered!
Woo hoo! Excited, nervous, pumped, scared, mostly excited though |
2013-08-29 7:16 AM in reply to: Chillin |
Elite 3140 | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by Chillin Originally posted by Jason N Originally posted by Chillin Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin In that case my advice would be to wait until at least your third season of tri until you step up to ironman. When it comes to endurance sport and especially with the jump to ultradistance events, the long game is far superior to racing to get an ironman done as quickly as possible. As Jason said, ironman is always going to be there so you can take a more gradual approach, Shane Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin What are your goals in triathlon? Long term participation or bucket list and done? Shane Haha true but since you need to book a year in advance if I don't book now I have to wait 2 years to do Ironman. That's a long time to wait.
Also Ironman Whistler 2014 happens within 6 days of my 40th birthday. Doing it for my 41st or 42nd just doesn't have the same feel to it.
Long term. For my first IM my goal would "only" be to finish but I will still be doing more tri's both before and after that. Not sure about other IMs but more tris definitely.
"the long game is far superior". Superior in what way? Do you mean to get a better result? To avoid unnecessary strain on my body? Neither of those are concerns to me. But anyways I guess my answer to your last question should have been: Neither/Both. I am going to continue to do triathlons And completing Ironman on my 40th birthday is a "bucket list" type item. So what are you waiting for then? Sign up!!! LOL, just had to get the wife on board with the level of training I'll need to be doing for the next year. She agreed. I'm now registered!
Woo hoo! Excited, nervous, pumped, scared, mostly excited though DID YOU TELL THE TRUTH? LOL good luck with training, btw I completed my first at 41 and I believe it feels just as good at 41 than 40 |
2013-08-29 7:18 AM in reply to: 0 |
Champion 9407 Montague Gold Mines, Nova Scotia | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by Chillin "the long game is far superior". Superior in what way? Do you mean to get a better result? To avoid unnecessary strain on my body? Neither of those are concerns to me. In pretty much everyway; building endurance is a long term process and taking the time (years) to build a solid endurance base is generally a very important component to be able to do the training required for IM. While there are athletes who are unable to finish on the day due to their training, it is much more common for athletes to be unable to start due to the training and the number one reason athletes are unable to start an IM is that they do too much too soon and end up injured. Not only is it a better approach physiologically, it tends to be better pyschologically as well. After an athlete has done a few seasons of regular training, they are better prepared for the grind that IM training will be, especially in the race specific build weeks with long runs and rides. These take a toll; both on the athlete and their family and it is often very taxing on a relationship if suddenly someone is trying to find an extra 10 hours a week or more for training with most of that being on the weekends. This is further complicated by the additional rest that goes with this and the general fatigue you will be dealing with due to the training. Dear Chillin, Thank you! You are now registered for the 2014 Subaru IRONMAN Canada - General Entry. Please check theevent's website for updates. Woo hoo! Excited, nervous, pumped, scared, mostly excited though Good luck; I hope you enjoy the journey and it is everything you hope for. I would highly recommend you find a very good training plan or good coach for the next year; the key for success is going to be largely related getting to the starting line injury free. Shane Edited by gsmacleod 2013-08-29 7:20 AM |
2013-08-29 1:25 PM in reply to: Chillin |
Extreme Veteran 1986 Cypress, TX | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? I did the race on Sunday and loved it but it's a buttkicker of a bike and run course. My guess is the race might remain open for awhile for the following reasons (which have more or less already been mentioned):
It was far and away the best of the four IM races I have done but it's a very challenging course... which is apparently what frightens people more than anything when it comes to registering. |
2013-08-29 2:02 PM in reply to: gsmacleod |
Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by gsmacleod Originally posted by Chillin "the long game is far superior". Superior in what way? In pretty much everyway; building endurance is a long term process and taking the time (years) to build a solid endurance base is generally a very important component to be able to do the training required for IM. While there are athletes who are unable to finish on the day due to their training, it is much more common for athletes to be unable to start due to the training and the number one reason athletes are unable to start an IM is that they do too much too soon and end up injured. Not only is it a better approach physiologically, it tends to be better pyschologically as well. After an athlete has done a few seasons of regular training, they are better prepared for the grind that IM training will be, especially in the race specific build weeks with long runs and rides. These take a toll; both on the athlete and their family and it is often very taxing on a relationship if suddenly someone is trying to find an extra 10 hours a week or more for training with most of that being on the weekends. This is further complicated by the additional rest that goes with this and the general fatigue you will be dealing with due to the training. Do you mean to get a better result? To avoid unnecessary strain on my body? Neither of those are concerns to me. Dear Chillin, Thank you! You are now registered for the 2014 Subaru IRONMAN Canada - General Entry. Please check theevent's website for updates. Woo hoo! Excited, nervous, pumped, scared, mostly excited though Good luck; I hope you enjoy the journey and it is everything you hope for. I would highly recommend you find a very good training plan or good coach for the next year; the key for success is going to be largely related getting to the starting line injury free. Shane Good advice Shane. As someone 6.5 weeks out from my first IM, and in my 4th year of tris, I really do feel like I'm relying a lot on my cumulative training over the past 4 years. It's going to be a grind no matter what, but I feel like I can handle the volume much better with the base I've built up and avoid injury. I also know a little bit of what it's like to train long hours and the time commitment it takes, and my GF also knew what to expect. IM and IM training is never going to be easy...but it does help to have experience on your side. If not, a coach with experience can help you guide yourself through the journey much better. |
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2013-08-30 11:35 PM in reply to: Chillin |
Expert 1130 Fernandina Beach, FL | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by Chillin Originally posted by tarmac52 sign up now, if you don't, you will regret it. why are you waiting? Because I wanted to wait until I had at least finished 1 official tri before I signed up for Ironman... but I know I am not going to want to do it Less after my tri on monday, so I guess I don't have any good reason for waiting (and you are right I will regret it if I miss it). I hear there's not a big difference between an OLY and an IM anyway |
2013-08-31 1:35 AM in reply to: rjrankin83 |
282 | Subject: RE: Any idea how fast ronman Canada 2014 will sell out? Originally posted by rjrankin83 Originally posted by Chillin I hear there's not a big difference between an OLY and an IM anyway Originally posted by tarmac52 sign up now, if you don't, you will regret it. why are you waiting? Because I wanted to wait until I had at least finished 1 official tri before I signed up for Ironman... but I know I am not going to want to do it Less after my tri on monday, so I guess I don't have any good reason for waiting (and you are right I will regret it if I miss it).
Nice. I guess I don't need to worry about training at all then. Thanks for letting me know. |
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