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Thanks everyone.
Rob- perhaps you can come and video me at one of my practice swims. Thanks again for being there and supporting my craziness.
As for the times; I sent a follow-up email and I haven't heard back. I'm assuming the guy thinks I'm just one of those whiners who doesn't believe the chip times. Oh well. The phone number goes to a voicemail of a guy listing other company names. I am not going to make more of a stink of this; although it's frustrating, at least I know my real times and I had tons of fun doing it. I'll just have to do a sprint in May to get my redemption.
Rob- perhaps you can come and video me at one of my practice swims. Thanks again for being there and supporting my craziness.
As for the times; I sent a follow-up email and I haven't heard back. I'm assuming the guy thinks I'm just one of those whiners who doesn't believe the chip times. Oh well. The phone number goes to a voicemail of a guy listing other company names. I am not going to make more of a stink of this; although it's frustrating, at least I know my real times and I had tons of fun doing it. I'll just have to do a sprint in May to get my redemption.
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Jwolf wrote:I'll just have to do a sprint in May to get my redemption.
I really want to do the Subaru Vancouver race someday. If I could sort out a good road bike rental and have it fitted to me perfectly before race day, I'd totally do it. I don't want to ship my bike. Maybe next year!
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So cool!
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Congrats again - great to hear the full report!
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Jwolf crosses over....
Thanks everyone!
I really enjoyed every minute of it.
For the longer distance swims they have people going up one side of the lane and down the other, so under the rope ever 100m. I guess they figured they might as well spread us across the whole pool.
For the tri I want to do in May, they used to do as you say with lap counters but this year will switch to the under-rope method. But we will switch every 74m- it's a 37m pool. I don't think I've ever swum in a 37m pool.
Perhaps more of this will make me want to do open water swims.
I really enjoyed every minute of it.
CinC wrote:(the lane switching in the swim sounds painful though - the pool swim tris I have done are set up so you stay in your one lane the whole swim and there are lap counters!)
For the longer distance swims they have people going up one side of the lane and down the other, so under the rope ever 100m. I guess they figured they might as well spread us across the whole pool.
For the tri I want to do in May, they used to do as you say with lap counters but this year will switch to the under-rope method. But we will switch every 74m- it's a 37m pool. I don't think I've ever swum in a 37m pool.
Perhaps more of this will make me want to do open water swims.
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Congrats on finally doing your first triathlon Jenn! I hope its the first of many
And who cares about what your bib number is! But I'd be pissed too if they got my time wrong as well though.
ps: You should've sprinted at the end of the race
And who cares about what your bib number is! But I'd be pissed too if they got my time wrong as well though.
ps: You should've sprinted at the end of the race
2013 GOALS:
- Compete in the "Early Bird Sprint Triathlon" in May
- Run a 5km pb during the "Bushtukah Canada Day Road Race"
- Complete an Olympic distance triathlon
- Cycle > 33 km / hr during the cycle portion of a Sprint Triathlon.
- Stay healthy and happy
Races
April 28th: Manotick 10km (40:16)
May 18th: Ottawa Early Bird Sprint Triathlon (DNF)
June 8th: Riverkeeper SuperSprint (2nd overall)
July 1st: Bushtukah Canada Day 5km (18:37)
- Compete in the "Early Bird Sprint Triathlon" in May
- Run a 5km pb during the "Bushtukah Canada Day Road Race"
- Complete an Olympic distance triathlon
- Cycle > 33 km / hr during the cycle portion of a Sprint Triathlon.
- Stay healthy and happy
Races
April 28th: Manotick 10km (40:16)
May 18th: Ottawa Early Bird Sprint Triathlon (DNF)
June 8th: Riverkeeper SuperSprint (2nd overall)
July 1st: Bushtukah Canada Day 5km (18:37)
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jamix wrote:Congrats on finally doing your first triathlon Jenn! I hope its the first of many
And who cares about what your bib number is! But I'd be pissed too if they got my time wrong as well though.
ps: You should've sprinted at the end of the race
Yeah- I didn't care if they changed the bib number- fixing that wasn't the issue. And they "fixed" it the wrong way.
So... I guess you weren't impressed with my running video? My legs just couldn't go any faster. Sprint the finish? Ha! Maybe if I train more on the bike.
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It just occurred to me...you have plenty of time to train for short course at K-Town Tri.
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Thanks for the invite, c-moss, but I will be out of the country in August. Maybe next year.Jo-Jo wrote:It just occurred to me...you have plenty of time to train for short course at K-Town Tri.
Should C-Moss reserve your room????
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congrats! glad you finally took the plunge!
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I'm so happy you finally did it.
Congratulations on a great first tri.
Go buy a bike.
Congratulations on a great first tri.
Go buy a bike.
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Way to go Jen! Lots more to sort out in a tri, isn't there?! Sounds like it was a fun event
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Way to go Jen! You must have been so proud of yourself as you crossed the finish line. Can't wait to hear future "tri" reports from you
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Entered the darkside you have ... congratulations on finally seeing the light ...
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Thanks again everyone.
Like I said in my journal, I had a blast doing it and I'm definitely hooked. Triathlon really is as fun as everyone says.
Like I said in my journal, I had a blast doing it and I'm definitely hooked. Triathlon really is as fun as everyone says.
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WTG, Jen. I loved that you just jumped in and didn't worry about the bike issue and just went for it. You are awesome.
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Well done Jennifer! Congrats on finally getting a tri under your belt and it sounds like you had a blast!
Say, the May long weekend on the Northshore?
carm wrote:Jwolf wrote:I'll just have to do a sprint in May to get my redemption.
I really want to do the Subaru Vancouver race someday. If I could sort out a good road bike rental and have it fitted to me perfectly before race day, I'd totally do it. I don't want to ship my bike. Maybe next year!
Say, the May long weekend on the Northshore?
PB’s (official race results)
5K – 26:20; 8K – 41:28; 10K – 52:13; 15K - 1:22:43; 21.1K – 1:54:16; 30K – 2:51:34; 42.2K – 4:24:14
What is up for 2018
Feb 11th - First Half Vancouver
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Jun 9th - Puddle Jumper Classic
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5K – 26:20; 8K – 41:28; 10K – 52:13; 15K - 1:22:43; 21.1K – 1:54:16; 30K – 2:51:34; 42.2K – 4:24:14
What is up for 2018
Feb 11th - First Half Vancouver
TBA
Planning & in my sights
Jun 9th - Puddle Jumper Classic
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Stampie wrote:Well done Jennifer! Congrats on finally getting a tri under your belt and it sounds like you had a blast!carm wrote:Jwolf wrote:I'll just have to do a sprint in May to get my redemption.
I really want to do the Subaru Vancouver race someday. If I could sort out a good road bike rental and have it fitted to me perfectly before race day, I'd totally do it. I don't want to ship my bike. Maybe next year!
Say, the May long weekend on the Northshore?
Ha ha, I can't swing 2 BC trips in the next couple of months but I will be doing a sprint back here. I haven't decided which one yet since picking's are slim.
Carm
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carm wrote:Stampie wrote:Well done Jennifer! Congrats on finally getting a tri under your belt and it sounds like you had a blast!carm wrote:Jwolf wrote:I'll just have to do a sprint in May to get my redemption.
I really want to do the Subaru Vancouver race someday. If I could sort out a good road bike rental and have it fitted to me perfectly before race day, I'd totally do it. I don't want to ship my bike. Maybe next year!
Say, the May long weekend on the Northshore?
Ha ha, I can't swing 2 BC trips in the next couple of months but I will be doing a sprint back here. I haven't decided which one yet since picking's are slim.
That was actually geared towards Jennifer.
But I'll talk to the TNT tri coach and see if he is aware of any good bike rental places that could help you out.
PB’s (official race results)
5K – 26:20; 8K – 41:28; 10K – 52:13; 15K - 1:22:43; 21.1K – 1:54:16; 30K – 2:51:34; 42.2K – 4:24:14
What is up for 2018
Feb 11th - First Half Vancouver
TBA
Planning & in my sights
Jun 9th - Puddle Jumper Classic
Run the mile you're in. Not the one behind you, and not the one in front of you - the one you are running now - purdy65
5K – 26:20; 8K – 41:28; 10K – 52:13; 15K - 1:22:43; 21.1K – 1:54:16; 30K – 2:51:34; 42.2K – 4:24:14
What is up for 2018
Feb 11th - First Half Vancouver
TBA
Planning & in my sights
Jun 9th - Puddle Jumper Classic
Run the mile you're in. Not the one behind you, and not the one in front of you - the one you are running now - purdy65
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Stampie wrote:carm wrote:Stampie wrote:Well done Jennifer! Congrats on finally getting a tri under your belt and it sounds like you had a blast!carm wrote:Jwolf wrote:I'll just have to do a sprint in May to get my redemption.
I really want to do the Subaru Vancouver race someday. If I could sort out a good road bike rental and have it fitted to me perfectly before race day, I'd totally do it. I don't want to ship my bike. Maybe next year!
Say, the May long weekend on the Northshore?
Ha ha, I can't swing 2 BC trips in the next couple of months but I will be doing a sprint back here. I haven't decided which one yet since picking's are slim.
That was actually geared towards Jennifer.
But I'll talk to the TNT tri coach and see if he is aware of any good bike rental places that could help you out.
Did you read her journal? She's 90+% sure that she's going to do the North Shore race.
Carm
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Yes Stampie. Read the journal.
NS Tri it is.
NS Tri it is.
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Normally I'd be worried about a friend going "to the dark side" but in this case it makes me .
Great job Jen. I'm so glad that you enjoyed it! Well done.
Great job Jen. I'm so glad that you enjoyed it! Well done.
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Boston Marathon- April 17th what a day- DREAM COME TRUE
Run for Water 10K- May 28th
Scotia Half - June 25th
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MEC 10K Race 10- Nov. 5
50th Birthday!!
Boston Marathon- April 17th what a day- DREAM COME TRUE
Run for Water 10K- May 28th
Scotia Half - June 25th
Trail River Run half marathon- Sept. 30- CANCELLED
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Great report and an impressive "tri" debut!!! Congratulations!!
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Congrats on your 1st tri. I don't think I could do another tri, I have a fear of drowning !
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Well done, Jen. I'm glad to hear you had fun!
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