jkv--I assume you've trained your kids? Tell 'em to get out there, do their best and HAVE FUN! My kids raced this past weekend. They finished #4, #2 and #3. They all got a big hug at the finish. (okay, okay, I was really impressed that the 8yo beat the 10 and 12yo by a good 30secs...)

Suggestions on how to convince my husband that I really do need $2500 for a new bike with a custom paint job?

quote:<HR>Suggestions on how to convince my husband that I really do need $2500 for a new bike with a custom paint job?<HR>

Point out what kind of legs women who ride $2,500 bikes have.


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quote:<HR>Originally posted by tithers:
Hey...me likes my transition bucket!<HR>

I used to justify the use of a bucket to tote my stuff to transition...that is until I got an over-priced, fancy tri bag to replace my free bucket. Triathletes are suckers for just about anything tri-specific...me included!

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OK here goes..... (signed up for Tri for the Cure women's sprint tri August 5).

For bike training, what do I do? Do I just go out and ride for time and/or distance?

And will I get laughed at for having a "comfort" bike? I love my bike but it's nothing special (Diamondback Wildwood), just great for the bike trails I ride. I never thought I'd do anything with it other than ride as a recreational activity.

I'm most nervous about the bike part even though I know I could go ride my bike any day the 12 miles. Of course running after that is another story, this I know!

Thanks.
Carrie

quote:<HR>Originally posted by Kymber:
How often do you ache after you train? Are most days pain free or are you always in a state of discomfort trying to get up to the next level? <HR>

a) Frequently or very frequently

b) I'm pretty uncomfortable most days

Taking up ping-pong as a hobby sounds better every day.

OK, I'll bite...I've never actually posted in this forum as there are so many great posts that already answer most of my newbie questions...

Anyway, I am also toying with the idea of a tri - I have been a runner for several years, swim laps fairly regularly, but the bike thing...

I used to ride very casually and only now have started a bit more seriously - mainly as I have suffered from some injuries over the last few years that have forced me into more crosstraining activities. For the most part, I really am enjoying the biking except for the fear of traffic! I stick to some very local routes (and it's getting boring!) as I live in a fairly high traffic area, although I see several other people/groups out braving the roads. Did you all just learn to suck it up and get out there, or did you actually go through the effort of some sort of bike safety course? I realize I could be 100% safe on my end and still have some idiot on the cellphone, putting on lipstick, etc. wipe me out instantly, but I'm just wondering how you all deal with this? I have incredible respect for the person on their bike during morning/afternoon commute - pretty brave in that traffic!

Perhaps this wouldn't have bothered me as much 10 years ago, but I have a 4 year old that I would like to make it home to after each ride