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 2007-09-05 1:15 PM in reply to: #952723 |
Pro  3906     Libertyville, IL |  Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsinjtopin - 2007-09-05 12:06 PM In regards to bug repellant....from the CDC web site. Q. How does the percentage of active ingredient in a product relate to the amount of protection it gives? DEET is an effective active ingredient found in many repellent products and in a variety of formulations. Based on a 2002 study (Fradin and Day, 2002. See Publications page.): • A product containing 23.8% DEET provided an average of 5 hours of protection from mosquito bites. These examples represent results from only one study and are only included to provide a general idea of how such products may work. Actual protection will vary widely based on conditions such as temperature, perspiration, and water exposure. Choose a repellent that provides protection for the amount of time that you will be outdoors. A product with a higher percentage of active ingredient is a good choice if you will be outdoors for several hours while a product with a lower concentration can be used if time outdoors will be limited. Simply re-apply repellent (following label instructions) if you are outdoors for a longer time than expected and start to be bitten by mosquitoes. Im hoping on the bike it wont be an issue...but the run...ugh...especially those of us who might be running (slowly) thru the night...20% DEET lasting 4 hrs...Im assuming that is a lot less when sweating. JT Special needs bag oh yeah! |
| 2007-09-05 1:17 PM in reply to: #895727 |
Master 2139 piece o heaven | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin accuweather says! Sunday Sep, 9 High: 71°F RealFeel®: 71°F Partly sunny and pleasantView the Hour-by-Hour Forecast Winds: NNE at 8mph Wind Gusts: 15 mph Max UV Index: Moderate (5) Thunderstorm Probability: 4% Amount of Precipitation: 0.00in Amount of Rain: 0.00in Amount of Snow: 0.0in Hours of Precipitation: 0 Hrs Hours of Rain: 0 Hrs Hours of Daylight: 12.8 Hrs |
| 2007-09-05 1:18 PM in reply to: #895727 |
Master 2139 piece o heaven | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin btw - I was watching the IMWI coverage from last year and noticed it looked like people were standing, not treading in the water, Anyone know how far out you can walk before treading is needed? |
| 2007-09-05 1:21 PM in reply to: #895727 |
Extreme Veteran 394 Madison,WI | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin What is up with the banquet? I remember last year people had to buy tickets for family members, etc, but I'm not sure because I snuck in (ducks head in shame). Anyone hear anything about this? |
| 2007-09-05 1:21 PM in reply to: #952837 |
Elite 3491 In The Peleton | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin Shorty, you could probably walk across the whole lake. |
| 2007-09-05 1:29 PM in reply to: #952837 |
Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin TriDDS - 2007-09-05 1:18 PM btw - I was watching the IMWI coverage from last year and noticed it looked like people were standing, not treading in the water, Anyone know how far out you can walk before treading is needed? Remember folks, he's 6'8" - ratio factor in play here! I forgot my tape measure this morning, but I think I was at least 15 to 20 feet out or so from the ramp when the water was up to my chest (being 6'2" ). Chris - I know you aren't going to walk this swim course like I heard you did at Devil's Lake. |
| 2007-09-05 2:08 PM in reply to: #952832 |
Master 2099 Madison, WI | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin When I raced last week, as long as I was running, the skeeters weren't bothering me. The moment I stopped - blammo! If you're run/walking (and who doesn't in an Ironman?) you'll need the spray for the walking parts. As for standing instead of treading water for the start, I'm not sure how far out the start actually is, but I know that at 5'7", I can't really get all that far out from that ramp before I'm more comfortable swimming than standing. |
| 2007-09-05 2:19 PM in reply to: #952859 |
Master 2139 piece o heaven | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin 1stTimeTri - 2007-09-05 1:29 PM TriDDS - 2007-09-05 1:18 PM btw - I was watching the IMWI coverage from last year and noticed it looked like people were standing, not treading in the water, Anyone know how far out you can walk before treading is needed? Remember folks, he's 6'8" - ratio factor in play here! I forgot my tape measure this morning, but I think I was at least 15 to 20 feet out or so from the ramp when the water was up to my chest (being 6'2" ). Chris - I know you aren't going to walk this swim course like I heard you did at Devil's Lake. I would never walk to the line- that is not why I trained (evil thought in head remembers a 1:30/100 pace while walking - thought gone now!) |
| 2007-09-05 9:05 PM in reply to: #951542 |
Extreme Veteran 388 Overland Park, Kansas | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin |
| 2007-09-05 10:02 PM in reply to: #895727 |
| St Petersburg, Florida | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin I will be riding that morning but you bet I'll be watching all of yens afterwards live Enjoy!!!! Be Safe!!! SMILE BIG!!!!! |
| 2007-09-06 9:19 AM in reply to: #953469 |
Pro 4675 Wisconsin near the Twin Cities metro | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin Just finished planting my fall lettuce, spinach and peas in the garden. Loading up the vehicle and heading to MadTown at 9:30 AM. Travel safe everyone. |
| 2007-09-06 9:24 AM in reply to: #952543 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Wed. morn swim recap - RE: Ironman Wisconsin Word to the wise - PARKING JUST SUCKS IN MADISON (and I work in the area)!!!!! Good luck finding a spot! |
| 2007-09-06 3:04 PM in reply to: #953765 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Wed. morn swim recap - RE: Ironman Wisconsin Just got the packet pickup! It's getting busy at the Terrace, and parking/traffic is horrendous and not fun. BE CAREFUL AND PATIENT! Procedure for packet pickup is very organized, but be prepared for busy times. One thing that will be done at packet pickup is getting a silver, reflective wristband to wear (participants, not volunteers) and you will need to put it on and wear it until Monday. At the Information booth outside is a very nice, glossy pamphlet "Getting Around On Race Day. Traffic Alterations for the 2007 Ford Ironman Wisconsin". It's nicer than the PDF that you can print on the IMWI website. Getting closer folks! Taking deep breaths here to try and calm down. Cheers! |
| 2007-09-06 4:28 PM in reply to: #954403 |
Master 2139 piece o heaven | Subject: RE: Wed. morn swim recap - RE: Ironman Wisconsin 1stTimeTri - 2007-09-06 3:04 PM p>Getting closer folks! Taking deep breaths here to try and calm down. Cheers! I think you need to settle down, all that banging of your head in the avatar is really the only problem here  |
| 2007-09-06 8:37 PM in reply to: #954403 |
Pro 4675 Wisconsin near the Twin Cities metro | Subject: RE: Wed. morn swim recap - RE: Ironman Wisconsin 1stTimeTri - 2007-09-06 3:04 PM Just got the packet pickup! It's getting busy at the Terrace, and parking/traffic is horrendous and not fun. BE CAREFUL AND PATIENT! Taking deep breaths here to try and calm down. Geez, chill out! Your wasting valuable energy |
| 2007-09-06 8:58 PM in reply to: #895727 |
Veteran 252 Chicago and therabouts | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin Ill second that..things went pretty smooth today. Ill be out swimming around 7am if any other BTers will be there. Ill be wearing a sleevless QR wetsuit, im 6"3 with an earing. Otherwise hope to meet some of you at the dinner/banquet. Keep hoping the rain stays away! JT |
| 2007-09-06 9:04 PM in reply to: #954788 |
Pro 4675 Wisconsin near the Twin Cities metro | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin jtopin - 2007-09-06 8:58 PM Ill second that..things went pretty smooth today. Ill be out swimming around 7am if any other BTers will be there. Jeremy, I'll look for 'ya. I'm thinking of getting there early tomorrow. |
| 2007-09-06 9:11 PM in reply to: #954788 |
Extreme Veteran 381 Peoria, Arizona | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin I'll be down there about 7:00am also. I'm 6'1" - I'll have on a BT t-shirt when I arrive and leave, and a Blue Seventy Reaction full wetsuit and a orange "Mountain Man Triathlon" swim cap while swimming. I'll see those of you in the morning that will be down at the swim, and the rest at the banquet (and mandatory meeting). As of last check all weather forecasts for Sunday call for morning lows in the upper 50s, with highs in the mid-70s and partly to mostly sunny skies with a slight breeze, and max gusts of 10-15 mph. Knock on wood - it sounds like a perfect day for an Ironman!!! - Tim
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| 2007-09-06 9:26 PM in reply to: #895727 |
Master 1553 Elm Grove | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin Seriously good luck all BT'ers. I hope to be there from 10-10 on Sunday cheering everyone on and working the station. |
| 2007-09-06 9:29 PM in reply to: #954794 |
Champion 5615 | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin Birkierunner - 2007-09-06 10:04 PM jtopin - 2007-09-06 8:58 PM Ill second that..things went pretty smooth today. Ill be out swimming around 7am if any other BTers will be there. Jeremy, I'll look for 'ya. I'm thinking of getting there early tomorrow. A bunch of us (TriGods[Chris], Rstocks3[Bob], FirstNet911[Craig], me) are going to be swimming at 8am tomorrow. |
| 2007-09-06 9:38 PM in reply to: #895727 |
Master 1404 Atlanta, Ga | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin I made it in to town a bit late, but went down to the Terrace area and checked it out. I will try to meet up for the 8am swim. Are you getting in the water to the left of the Terrace (looking at the water)? |
| 2007-09-06 9:44 PM in reply to: #954820 |
Extreme Veteran 381 Peoria, Arizona | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin Yup. The same place we will enter the water on Sunday. The best way to get there may be through Monona Terrace - down the stairs or elevator to lake level then walk down to the Gatorade tents. They will watch your gear/clothes while you swim, and they are handing out their product of course.
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| 2007-09-07 4:36 AM in reply to: #895727 |
Veteran 252 Chicago and therabouts | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin I just got woken up by the not so quiet pitter patter of rain outside my window. Ill probably wait on heading out till later if its still raining this morning...Did they forcast rain this morning? jt |
| 2007-09-07 6:56 AM in reply to: #954938 |
Master 2099 Madison, WI | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin Yah, it was supposed to rain today. It's supposed to clear out by noon and then be gorgeous through the weekend. |
| 2007-09-07 6:57 AM in reply to: #895727 |
Master 1404 Atlanta, Ga | Subject: RE: Ironman Wisconsin I'm going to head on down there by 7:30 / 45 am. Looks like most of the rain is through. Although it is saying thunderstorms could develop after 10:00 am. Probably better to get the swim in now. http://radar.weather.gov/radar.php?rid=MKX&product=N0R&overlay=11101111&loop=yes |
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