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 2014-12-19 12:17 PM in reply to: amd723 |
 Seattle |  Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered)I'm also in a weird spot with teams... As you guys know I am really interested in the stuff Oiselle is doing. I am part of their team now (I don't know that I told you guys that) but they don't really have much in place for workouts. They do a Sunday long run that is a little inconvenient for me both is that it's not super close to home, it's done early AND some of the girls get a little ... I dunno competitive? (not in a terrible way) but they force a faster pace than I prefer for that type of run. Anyway, all that being said, my other club holds Wednesday and Saturday workouts and it's comprised of most of the best runners in the state and is really good for me. So, I'm just not sure what I should do. It's not like either of them has an expectation of commit 100% (after all, I'm not a pro) although if CNW pays for my races obviously I need to run in the clubs stuff. But I'm not sure how to be involved with Oiselle too.
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| 2014-12-19 12:18 PM in reply to: Richardsdrr |
Member  2689    Denver, CO | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Richardsdrr Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Oh my goodness. That's positively tragic. |
| 2014-12-19 12:19 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Member 2689 Denver, CO | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Asalzwed I'm also in a weird spot with teams... As you guys know I am really interested in the stuff Oiselle is doing. I am part of their team now (I don't know that I told you guys that) but they don't really have much in place for workouts. They do a Sunday long run that is a little inconvenient for me both is that it's not super close to home, it's done early AND some of the girls get a little ... I dunno competitive? (not in a terrible way) but they force a faster pace than I prefer for that type of run. Anyway, all that being said, my other club holds Wednesday and Saturday workouts and it's comprised of most of the best runners in the state and is really good for me. So, I'm just not sure what I should do. It's not like either of them has an expectation of commit 100% (after all, I'm not a pro) although if CNW pays for my races obviously I need to run in the clubs stuff. But I'm not sure how to be involved with Oiselle too. What is it that's interesting about Oiselle? |
| 2014-12-19 12:21 PM in reply to: Richardsdrr |
Master 3870 | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Driving across the wide-open nothingness of northern NM. No snowstorm to race this year, and it's a "balmy" 45*.  |
| 2014-12-19 12:26 PM in reply to: amd723 |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by amd723 Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by rrrunner Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by rrrunner Originally posted by Asalzwed I forgot to share some interesting news! It's kind of a long story and I can't yet share details but I have a sponsorship in the works with...get this...a local brewery!!!!!!!! Maybe sponsorship isn't the best term because what I was looking for was not money, or race fees paid but beer. And what I want to offer is connecting the beer community with the running community. Talk about a match made in heaven Way cool!!!!!!!! Ooooh, keeping my fingers crossed for you. Added bonus: it'll give you lots of opportunities to train for the beer mile!! So apparantly Lance Armstrong failed at the beer mile. Ironic since he did beer commercials Many would say that Michelob Ultra is not beer. put me down with the many group! Yeah, I guess it was more of a bad adult beverage commercial |
| 2014-12-19 12:28 PM in reply to: laffinrock |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Asalzwed I'm also in a weird spot with teams... As you guys know I am really interested in the stuff Oiselle is doing. I am part of their team now (I don't know that I told you guys that) but they don't really have much in place for workouts. They do a Sunday long run that is a little inconvenient for me both is that it's not super close to home, it's done early AND some of the girls get a little ... I dunno competitive? (not in a terrible way) but they force a faster pace than I prefer for that type of run. Anyway, all that being said, my other club holds Wednesday and Saturday workouts and it's comprised of most of the best runners in the state and is really good for me. So, I'm just not sure what I should do. It's not like either of them has an expectation of commit 100% (after all, I'm not a pro) although if CNW pays for my races obviously I need to run in the clubs stuff. But I'm not sure how to be involved with Oiselle too. What is it that's interesting about Oiselle? Their outlook and perspective on the value of women in sport, their fearless challenges to the current way running (and USATF) is run, their stance on being a competitor emphasizing healthy mind and body (no negativity, tackling body image issues with vulnerable females) and I just plain ol' like their gear and the fact they are based here in Seattle. |
| 2014-12-19 12:32 PM in reply to: 4agoodlife |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by 4agoodlife Driving across the wide-open nothingness of northern NM. No snowstorm to race this year, and it's a "balmy" 45*. Whaddaya mean nothingness?! We have... grass... and... elk... and... um yeah, you're right. Wait. We have cactus. You like cactus |
| 2014-12-19 12:34 PM in reply to: rrrunner |
Regular 980 Caerphilly, Wales, uk. | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by rrrunner Originally posted by 4agoodlife Driving across the wide-open nothingness of northern NM. No snowstorm to race this year, and it's a "balmy" 45*. Whaddaya mean nothingness?! We have... grass... and... elk... and... um yeah, you're right. Wait. We have cactus. You like cactus And meth labs in RVs. |
| 2014-12-19 12:34 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Asalzwed I'm also in a weird spot with teams... As you guys know I am really interested in the stuff Oiselle is doing. I am part of their team now (I don't know that I told you guys that) but they don't really have much in place for workouts. They do a Sunday long run that is a little inconvenient for me both is that it's not super close to home, it's done early AND some of the girls get a little ... I dunno competitive? (not in a terrible way) but they force a faster pace than I prefer for that type of run. Anyway, all that being said, my other club holds Wednesday and Saturday workouts and it's comprised of most of the best runners in the state and is really good for me. So, I'm just not sure what I should do. It's not like either of them has an expectation of commit 100% (after all, I'm not a pro) although if CNW pays for my races obviously I need to run in the clubs stuff. But I'm not sure how to be involved with Oiselle too. What is it that's interesting about Oiselle? Their outlook and perspective on the value of women in sport, their fearless challenges to the current way running (and USATF) is run, their stance on being a competitor emphasizing healthy mind and body (no negativity, tackling body image issues with vulnerable females) and I just plain ol' like their gear and the fact they are based here in Seattle. Your involvement with them could be as an ambassador. You enjoy their product and their outlook and you promote them verbally and by wearing the clothes. I always notice when I see someone wearing Oiselle. Word of mouth will grow their brand. Growing their brand will help get the word out about their outlook. |
| 2014-12-19 12:35 PM in reply to: laffinrock |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Richardsdrr Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Oh my goodness. That's positively tragic.
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| 2014-12-19 12:36 PM in reply to: Richardsdrr |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Richardsdrr Originally posted by rrrunner And meth labs in RVs. Originally posted by 4agoodlife Driving across the wide-open nothingness of northern NM. No snowstorm to race this year, and it's a "balmy" 45*. Whaddaya mean nothingness?! We have... grass... and... elk... and... um yeah, you're right. Wait. We have cactus. You like cactus Sad but true. But they won't escape that when they enter in to Kansas. |
| 2014-12-19 12:38 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Asalzwed I'm also in a weird spot with teams... As you guys know I am really interested in the stuff Oiselle is doing. I am part of their team now (I don't know that I told you guys that) but they don't really have much in place for workouts. They do a Sunday long run that is a little inconvenient for me both is that it's not super close to home, it's done early AND some of the girls get a little ... I dunno competitive? (not in a terrible way) but they force a faster pace than I prefer for that type of run. Anyway, all that being said, my other club holds Wednesday and Saturday workouts and it's comprised of most of the best runners in the state and is really good for me. So, I'm just not sure what I should do. It's not like either of them has an expectation of commit 100% (after all, I'm not a pro) although if CNW pays for my races obviously I need to run in the clubs stuff. But I'm not sure how to be involved with Oiselle too. What is it that's interesting about Oiselle? Their outlook and perspective on the value of women in sport, their fearless challenges to the current way running (and USATF) is run, their stance on being a competitor emphasizing healthy mind and body (no negativity, tackling body image issues with vulnerable females) and I just plain ol' like their gear and the fact they are based here in Seattle. So the question in my mind becomes, "what matters most to me?" The other question is "what is wrong with being in two?" If question 2 seems odd, it is simply because I have no clue on how all of this should work. From a simpleton's perspective, follow your heart. |
| 2014-12-19 12:42 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Member 2689 Denver, CO | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Asalzwed I'm also in a weird spot with teams... As you guys know I am really interested in the stuff Oiselle is doing. I am part of their team now (I don't know that I told you guys that) but they don't really have much in place for workouts. They do a Sunday long run that is a little inconvenient for me both is that it's not super close to home, it's done early AND some of the girls get a little ... I dunno competitive? (not in a terrible way) but they force a faster pace than I prefer for that type of run. Anyway, all that being said, my other club holds Wednesday and Saturday workouts and it's comprised of most of the best runners in the state and is really good for me. So, I'm just not sure what I should do. It's not like either of them has an expectation of commit 100% (after all, I'm not a pro) although if CNW pays for my races obviously I need to run in the clubs stuff. But I'm not sure how to be involved with Oiselle too. What is it that's interesting about Oiselle? Their outlook and perspective on the value of women in sport, their fearless challenges to the current way running (and USATF) is run, their stance on being a competitor emphasizing healthy mind and body (no negativity, tackling body image issues with vulnerable females) and I just plain ol' like their gear and the fact they are based here in Seattle. Hm. I can see why you'd want to be associated with them, but it doesn't seem like their team is a good fit. Maybe there's another way you can associate with them? Maybe they'd sponsor you on your mountain runs as you raise money for a related charity. It could turn into a "Women Conquering Mountains" thing or something... |
| 2014-12-19 1:16 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Master 7712 Orlando | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Asalzwed I'm also in a weird spot with teams... As you guys know I am really interested in the stuff Oiselle is doing. I am part of their team now (I don't know that I told you guys that) but they don't really have much in place for workouts. They do a Sunday long run that is a little inconvenient for me both is that it's not super close to home, it's done early AND some of the girls get a little ... I dunno competitive? (not in a terrible way) but they force a faster pace than I prefer for that type of run. Anyway, all that being said, my other club holds Wednesday and Saturday workouts and it's comprised of most of the best runners in the state and is really good for me. So, I'm just not sure what I should do. It's not like either of them has an expectation of commit 100% (after all, I'm not a pro) although if CNW pays for my races obviously I need to run in the clubs stuff. But I'm not sure how to be involved with Oiselle too. What is it that's interesting about Oiselle? Their outlook and perspective on the value of women in sport, their fearless challenges to the current way running (and USATF) is run, their stance on being a competitor emphasizing healthy mind and body (no negativity, tackling body image issues with vulnerable females) and I just plain ol' like their gear and the fact they are based here in Seattle. I love their gear! I think I found them in May and now have 5 shorts, 4 warm weather shirts, 1 cold weather shirt and a pair of sweat type pants that may be the most comfortable things ever! So, if being on their team gets you gear or discounted gear, I can't imagine leaving it |
| 2014-12-19 1:18 PM in reply to: laffinrock |
Master 7712 Orlando | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Richardsdrr Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Oh my goodness. That's positively tragic. We should have a game to find other things Darren has never tried and that make us say, "WTF?"!! |
| 2014-12-19 1:21 PM in reply to: laffinrock |
Champion 10550 Austin, Texas | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) DANG, do I ever have a LOT to get caught up on. Firstly - GOOOOO MANATEE RACERS, GOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! Secondly - Christ on a crutch you DL'ers, get better already! And onto the other stuff... Xmas memories - probably the biggest that sticks out in my mind is that my brother and I always got the exact same thing in our stocking every year... socks (most likely a 3-pack from Sears until Costco opened and then it was a 17-pack or however many Costco stuck in there, a magazine, some chocolate coins, and a mandarin orange in the toe. My grandparents were also notorious for getting all the grandkids the same thing. Amber (our cousin) and I would get the same ugly top, and my brother, Baxter & Ryan (the boy cousins) would get the same plaid polo shirt and my parents would all get the exact same thing. Gotta keep it even between the kids, ya know. Christmas Eve was always at my grandparent's house, Christmas morning at my parents and Christmas dinner at the aunt and uncle's where there would be the annual watching of "the best sports plays" of that year. Good times! |
| 2014-12-19 1:25 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Regular 980 Caerphilly, Wales, uk. | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by laffinrock Here's the latest iteration of the rules for the Salty Manatee Month of Motivational Mayhem Challenge:
I think we're pretty close to having final rules but there's still time to cuss and discuss if anybody disagrees with any of the above. Also, here's who I have participating:
Anybody else?
me! I didn't read any of the instructions (per usual) but I'm in! Not sure if I'm in on this yet. Probably will as I've signed up to Jantastic again. Seems they've made a few alterations to it this year. You can link your strava account to it, so hopefully I won't have to log it separately on the site, and they allow cycling and swimming this year. |
| 2014-12-19 1:27 PM in reply to: amd723 |
Regular 980 Caerphilly, Wales, uk. | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by amd723 Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Richardsdrr Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Oh my goodness. That's positively tragic. We should have a game to find other things Darren has never tried and that make us say, "WTF?"!! I can think of many  |
| 2014-12-19 1:29 PM in reply to: amd723 |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by amd723 Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Richardsdrr Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Oh my goodness. That's positively tragic. We should have a game to find other things Darren has never tried and that make us say, "WTF?"!! When we had a Russian hockey player living with us I was amazed at the things he hadn't ever eaten like maple syrup, peanut butter or jelly |
| 2014-12-19 1:30 PM in reply to: Richardsdrr |
Member 2098 Simsbury, Connecticut | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Richardsdrr Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by laffinrock Here's the latest iteration of the rules for the Salty Manatee Month of Motivational Mayhem Challenge:
I think we're pretty close to having final rules but there's still time to cuss and discuss if anybody disagrees with any of the above. Also, here's who I have participating:
Anybody else?
me! I didn't read any of the instructions (per usual) but I'm in! Not sure if I'm in on this yet. Probably will as I've signed up to Jantastic again. Seems they've made a few alterations to it this year. You can link your strava account to it, so hopefully I won't have to log it separately on the site, and they allow cycling and swimming this year. sure - why the hell not? My IM training officially starts 12/29 so I'm in if I want to be or not Hope everyone is gearing up for great holiday! |
| 2014-12-19 1:30 PM in reply to: Richardsdrr |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Richardsdrr Originally posted by amd723 I can think of many Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Richardsdrr Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Oh my goodness. That's positively tragic. We should have a game to find other things Darren has never tried and that make us say, "WTF?"!! Are we still talking about food? |
| 2014-12-19 1:39 PM in reply to: rrrunner |
Regular 980 Caerphilly, Wales, uk. | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by rrrunner Originally posted by amd723 Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Richardsdrr Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Oh my goodness. That's positively tragic. We should have a game to find other things Darren has never tried and that make us say, "WTF?"!! When we had a Russian hockey player living with us I was amazed at the things he hadn't ever eaten like maple syrup, peanut butter or jelly Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Maple Syrup. Peanut Butter. |
| 2014-12-19 1:40 PM in reply to: rrrunner |
Master 3870 | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by rrrunner We might be, but he's not. Originally posted by Richardsdrr Originally posted by amd723 I can think of many Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Richardsdrr Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Oh my goodness. That's positively tragic. We should have a game to find other things Darren has never tried and that make us say, "WTF?"!! Are we still talking about food? |
| 2014-12-19 1:45 PM in reply to: Richardsdrr |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Richardsdrr Originally posted by rrrunner Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Maple Syrup. Peanut Butter. Originally posted by amd723 Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Richardsdrr Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Oh my goodness. That's positively tragic. We should have a game to find other things Darren has never tried and that make us say, "WTF?"!! When we had a Russian hockey player living with us I was amazed at the things he hadn't ever eaten like maple syrup, peanut butter or jelly Dude, if you say Nutella, I may cry. |
| 2014-12-19 2:00 PM in reply to: Richardsdrr |
Master 7712 Orlando | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors v.2 thr.3 CLOSED (Poptart/pet pic bribes considered) Originally posted by Richardsdrr Originally posted by rrrunner Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Maple Syrup. Peanut Butter. Originally posted by amd723 Originally posted by laffinrock Originally posted by Richardsdrr Another thing to add to the list of things I haven't tried... Starbucks. Pumpkin. Egg nog. Oh my goodness. That's positively tragic. We should have a game to find other things Darren has never tried and that make us say, "WTF?"!! When we had a Russian hockey player living with us I was amazed at the things he hadn't ever eaten like maple syrup, peanut butter or jelly This is getting serious!! |
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