Ironman Louisville 2015 : Official Thread (Page 8)

2015-05-12 8:25 PM

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I know I know.

I will be getting a set of race tires.

2015-05-13 3:15 PM

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+1 on 700x23 Conti GP4000 II. It's been my exclusive tire for 2+ years. Not only a good race tire, but extremely durable (zero flats in 2 years).

I raced Galveston 70.3 and just signed up for Buffalo Springs 70.3 in late June, I felt I had some unfinished business with that one (was my first, and worst, 70.3). I just didn't want my next race to be IMLou.

2015-05-15 7:17 AM

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Is this the correct tire?

http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_568358_-1___205804

2015-05-15 7:24 AM

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Up until this year, I have been just learning how to train, race execution and nutrition. Now I am starting to look at some of the speed you can purchase.

Also looking at pulling the trigger on a Giro air attack helmet. Thoughts?

2015-05-18 11:29 AM

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Originally posted by Calvin386

Is this the correct tire?

http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_568358_-1___205804

Yes, that's it.

2015-05-18 11:32 AM

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Originally posted by Calvin386

Up until this year, I have been just learning how to train, race execution and nutrition. Now I am starting to look at some of the speed you can purchase.

Also looking at pulling the trigger on a Giro air attack helmet. Thoughts?

The Giro AA is an aero road helmet, it is not a true TT helmet. While helmets test differently on different people, the Giro AA typically does not test as well (aerodynamically) as true TT helmets. There's been a lot of discussion on slowtwitch about that. So if you are looking to purchase speed for triathlons, I would suggest a real TT helmet.

2015-05-20 5:29 AM

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Got it...thanks

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2015-05-20 8:55 AM

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Originally posted by mbwallis

True dat.

For the OP: Although I own an Air Attack, I only use it for training. I love the visor. Makes things really simple. That being said, it doesn't test all that well aerodynamically, especially if you get the Shield version. If you prefer a road helmet over an aero helmet, the (Giro) Synthe has tested well, as has the (Specialized) Evade, and the (LG) Course. That being said, if you're all about that speed, then go aero helmet. There are some expensive options out there, such as the (LG) P-09 and (Giro) Selector which test well on a lot of ppl. I went with the (Giro) Advantage 2, which tests well on a lot of ppl, too, although much cheaper than the other two. You also have to train yourself to stay aero, as movements of the head (tired neck, for example) can cause the expensive helmet you just bought to become a wall agaisnt the wind.

Good luck!

2015-06-23 8:15 PM

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so how is everyone's training going? The bike has been good to me. ;P

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lisac957

2015-06-24 1:27 PM

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Less than 16 weeks out! Hopefully everyone has started to dive in to their training plans!

How's the temperature treating everyone? We are predictably hot and humid here in Kansas... mornings are in the mid/high 70s and afternoon highs are just below 100. Makes for an easy decision regarding morning or afternoon runs

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2015-06-24 2:18 PM

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I had a two week rough patch in June but am trying to get back on track. Having a real hard time with this IM. During my 2012 training I was WAY less busy with work and one kid less so it has definitely made it a little more challenging. I also was putting off buying and replacing some training gear so I bit the bullet last week and spent a couple hundred on crap hoping it will get me back in the "training mood". I have a 4 hour ride planned of this weekend and somewhat looking forward to it.

Temps have been really mild in Chicago this summer...the rain has been a different story.

Originally posted by lisac957

Less than 16 weeks out! Hopefully everyone has started to dive in to their training plans!

2015-06-24 4:21 PM

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seems to rain just about every day here in OH! Hasn't been too hot, but we have had our humidity. I'm hoping a dry spell will show up soon!

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2015-06-24 9:03 PM

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Have been building for Muncie 70.3 and all is going well. Living in Kansas now is a game changer for me, HILLS!!! Really looking forward to Louisville after training for that race twice in flat coastal Georgia. When I show up in October I will be well versed in hill climbing this time!

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2015-06-25 9:28 AM

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I just started my training plan! W00t! I'm currently out in AZ and it's awesome here! A little hot, but the terrain is ideal for training!

Hope you ppl are all training well!

lisac957

2015-06-25 9:31 AM

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Originally posted by jillian_o Have been building for Muncie 70.3 and all is going well. Living in Kansas now is a game changer for me, HILLS!!! Really looking forward to Louisville after training for that race twice in flat coastal Georgia. When I show up in October I will be well versed in hill climbing this time!

Lucky you live in the hilly part of Kansas! My area is flat flat flat! I'll be planning on driving out to do some rides about 45 min east of town, where there are some good hills out in the country. The only bad thing is it's SO far out in the country there's only one gas station on a 45-mile loop

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2015-06-25 1:24 PM

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Originally posted by lisac957

I know Fort Riley is kinda far away from you, but if you ever want to come up on a weekend and ride some hills, I get about 2000 feet of feet of climbing in 45 miles without even leaving post. Fort Riley has huge shoulders on all the roads and some gnarly climbs. We even have a CAT 4 climb. The drivers are nice too, always give me plenty of room. I did El Dorado Lake tri on Sunday and was surprised how flat it is down there.

One of my teammates who is also doing LOU came down a few weeks ago for a 45 mile ride and she was surprised how hilly Fort Riley was and how safe it felt to ride. Let me know if you are interested. Its roughly a 2 hour drive

2015-06-25 1:58 PM

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I'm rolling along pretty smoothly. Only a few minor aches and pains that I have had to deal with.

I'm doing Muncie in a couple weeks so I have a mini taper coming.

Placed 6th in my age group in a local OLY a couple weeks ago. I was pretty happy with that.

2015-06-25 2:00 PM

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I also was told that river road has been repaved. Easily the worst part of the bike course.

lisac957

2015-06-26 2:21 PM

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Originally posted by jillian_o

Originally posted by lisac957

I know Fort Riley is kinda far away from you, but if you ever want to come up on a weekend and ride some hills, I get about 2000 feet of feet of climbing in 45 miles without even leaving post. Fort Riley has huge shoulders on all the roads and some gnarly climbs. We even have a CAT 4 climb. The drivers are nice too, always give me plenty of room. I did El Dorado Lake tri on Sunday and was surprised how flat it is down there. One of my teammates who is also doing LOU came down a few weeks ago for a 45 mile ride and she was surprised how hilly Fort Riley was and how safe it felt to ride. Let me know if you are interested. Its roughly a 2 hour drive

That's a great idea! I might take you up on it come August or September!

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2015-06-26 2:29 PM

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Training was going very smooth until a bike crash resulted in a type 3 shoulder separation. The estimated 6-8 week recovery time has been a major bummer. I had to take an entire week off from training, but have since been enjoying the wonderful world of indoor training. Lots of hours on the stationary bike and elliptical machine (holding onto the stationary bars). Finally got outside for a run today and felt good, possibly take the bike off the trainer this weekend as well. Anxious to get back to the pool for sure. Nervous that I am falling behind a bit, but not much I can do either.

Just when you get settled into a groove in your training plan, a wrench gets thrown your way!!! The crash was 3 weeks ago, so that leaves only about 3-5 more weeks according to the doctor. Anyone else ever had this injury?

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2015-06-26 4:09 PM

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Originally posted by lisac957

Originally posted by jillian_o

Originally posted by lisac957

I know Fort Riley is kinda far away from you, but if you ever want to come up on a weekend and ride some hills, I get about 2000 feet of feet of climbing in 45 miles without even leaving post. Fort Riley has huge shoulders on all the roads and some gnarly climbs. We even have a CAT 4 climb. The drivers are nice too, always give me plenty of room. I did El Dorado Lake tri on Sunday and was surprised how flat it is down there. One of my teammates who is also doing LOU came down a few weeks ago for a 45 mile ride and she was surprised how hilly Fort Riley was and how safe it felt to ride. Let me know if you are interested. Its roughly a 2 hour drive

That's a great idea! I might take you up on it come August or September!

YAY!!!! That will be fun! I live on Fort Riley in family housing so any potty/fluid refill stops we can just stop by my house

2015-06-26 9:07 PM

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Originally posted by mshumak3

Training was going very smooth until a bike crash resulted in a type 3 shoulder separation. The estimated 6-8 week recovery time has been a major bummer. I had to take an entire week off from training, but have since been enjoying the wonderful world of indoor training. Lots of hours on the stationary bike and elliptical machine (holding onto the stationary bars). Finally got outside for a run today and felt good, possibly take the bike off the trainer this weekend as well. Anxious to get back to the pool for sure. Nervous that I am falling behind a bit, but not much I can do either.

Just when you get settled into a groove in your training plan, a wrench gets thrown your way!!! The crash was 3 weeks ago, so that leaves only about 3-5 more weeks according to the doctor. Anyone else ever had this injury?

Yikes sorry to hear this. sounds like what happened to a friend of mine and she is going to Lou as well. U will have plenty of time to heal up and toe the line. be safe!

2015-06-30 11:13 AM

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Originally posted by lisac957

Less than 16 weeks out! Hopefully everyone has started to dive in to their training plans!

Just did Buffalo Springs 70.3, will have a couple of easier weeks (due to a bit of travel), then will start ramping again for IMLou. After record rains here in north TX this spring, we're finally to the real summer temps. I'm like you, I do all running in the early morning, though these days it's still often 75-80 degrees.

I can't believe it's almost July. IMLou will be here before we know it.

2015-07-05 7:26 PM

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which plans are you all following right now and how many hours a week ( approx) is everyone at? There are so many plans out there right now. It always makes me wander.

Also, if you currently strength train, how much do you do a week? I'm really trying to keep up on 2 days a week

I think I should get on a plan. lol

Edited by SEADOCHA 2015-07-05 7:28 PM