Just a few congratulations to send out.
At the Philly Marathon today, a buddy of mine rocked a 3:09:13. Another Boston appearance for 2011. Way to go Jason! Now only if you had some Beer Mile skills. Honourable mentions to others in the entourage (Ed-3:29, Willen-3:49, Gibson-4:21, Alison-2:02)-- hope I didn't miss anyone.
Also, Sam McGlone served notice today that she is not done and is still a threat to win any Ironman (despite her Achilles woes--I know all about that). Sam won Ironman Arizona a little while ago, setting the course record, even though she walked through the finish chute to soak up the glory of a great comeback win. Jordan Rapp won the men's event.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Friday, November 20, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Lest We Forget
I love Canada and tomorrow is an especially special day to remember all of those who have sacrificed to make this country as great as it is.
Monday, November 09, 2009
Why I wont race Ironman Florida
I wanted to do this race so much when it first got going (flat and fast is my thing). Then I heard about the crazy drafting, and saw tons of videos on YouTube that showed the blatant cheating peletons. Here is a video taken from a helmet cam from this past weekend's IMFLA.
I honestly have zero desire to do this race (but I hope that changes one day) because if I did it, I think my result might be tarnished since people will wonder if I drafted too. This has nothing to do with the WTC and race organizers, just the athletes that cheat. And it sure looks like a ton of them. Regardless of how many athletes are on the course, you still need to get out of the draft zone. This does not appear to be happening. But I do admit that maybe organizers should look into wave starts to spread things out.
I will stick to a true and honest Ironman test (even though it kicks my butt every year), Ironman Lake Placid. I dare these drafters to pull off the same bike split at IMLP.
Congratulations to a bunch of my fellow swim club pals (Clare, Karen, Kristin, Ed, Dan..I think that is it?) that raced and finished their first Ironman race. I know you are not the type to draft so this whole rant was not directed at you. I sure hope you were not affected by the cheaters and still enjoyed your day and accomplishment.
See you at the pool.
I honestly have zero desire to do this race (but I hope that changes one day) because if I did it, I think my result might be tarnished since people will wonder if I drafted too. This has nothing to do with the WTC and race organizers, just the athletes that cheat. And it sure looks like a ton of them. Regardless of how many athletes are on the course, you still need to get out of the draft zone. This does not appear to be happening. But I do admit that maybe organizers should look into wave starts to spread things out.
I will stick to a true and honest Ironman test (even though it kicks my butt every year), Ironman Lake Placid. I dare these drafters to pull off the same bike split at IMLP.
Congratulations to a bunch of my fellow swim club pals (Clare, Karen, Kristin, Ed, Dan..I think that is it?) that raced and finished their first Ironman race. I know you are not the type to draft so this whole rant was not directed at you. I sure hope you were not affected by the cheaters and still enjoyed your day and accomplishment.
See you at the pool.
Thursday, November 05, 2009
New Sugoi Compression Gear
The new Sugoi compression gear sure looks interesting.
Being from Canada, hopefully, it will be cheaper than the other stuff out there that has to be shipped in from the US, Australia, and other parts of the world.
http://sugoi.com/compression
Running Free carries Sugoi and they make our team gear so maybe they have some stuff already or will get it in soon.
www.runningfree.com
Use discount code 11296 and save.
Being from Canada, hopefully, it will be cheaper than the other stuff out there that has to be shipped in from the US, Australia, and other parts of the world.
http://sugoi.com/compression
Running Free carries Sugoi and they make our team gear so maybe they have some stuff already or will get it in soon.
www.runningfree.com
Use discount code 11296 and save.
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