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Your Ironman is Over; What About Life As You Know It?
by Patrick McCrann on July 3rd, 2009
Fast forward to Tuesday or Wednesday after your Ironman. It's very likely that you're sitting on the couch, with your shattered legs on the coffee table, scratching your sunburned head as you try to remember your dog's name--which you've forgotten--because all you've thought about for the past 6-9 months is Ironman.
epicPLANET.tv Films epicRIDES Bicycling Video in Tucson, Az.
by epicplanet on July 1st, 2009
The video production team of epicPLANET.tv has recently completed the filming of Epic Tucson, a epicRIDES bicycling virtual ride video that will be sold to the indoor cycle training market.
Sage Rountree Releases First Book of Yoga Routines for Athletes
by dtrendler on June 30th, 2009
Boulder, CO, USA - June 30, 2009 - Nationally known endurance sports coach and yoga instructor Sage Rountree has published the first book of yoga routines for athletes. The Athlete's Pocket Guide to Yoga: 50 Routines for Flexibility, Balance, and Focus offers runners, triathletes, and cyclists a convenient way to gain the benefits of yoga.
Tri Gut Check: Avoiding Race Day GI Distress
by Trismarter.com on June 25th, 2009
The finish line can seem awfully far away when you are plagued by gastrointestinal (GI) distress on race day. To be clear, the "GI tract" refers to the digestive system, or the mouth, esophagus, stomach, and intestines. Symptoms can range from heartburn, nausea and vomiting to cramping, bloating and diarrhea.
Endurox R4 Recovery Drink Review
submitted by Likemike on June 23, 2009
Pros:
Taste, speeds recovery, price (when on sale). Cons:
mixingI've been using Endurox R4 Recovery Drink after workouts for over a year now with good results. It definitely speeds recovery for me and provides a bit of a lift after a workout. For two workout days it's a must and a great insurance policy. The fruit punch tastes great. The only con is that the new formulation doesn't seem to mix as well as the old formulation so shake don't stir.
http://tri-likemike.blogspot.com/
Good Shoe for the right runner
submitted by paganopj on June 22, 2009
Pros:
Cushioning, comfortable, great new lacing patternCons:
Soft, cushioned but no supportI rated the shoe a 3 because it is very comfortable. It is very soft though and is simply a cushioning shoe that doesn't provide a lot of support. I ended up putting 300 miles on it and then switched to another Asics model for slight motion control and my knee problem was almost instantly better. I've read elsewhere that others have complained of knee issues with this particular shoe
Selle SMP
submitted by Star on June 21, 2009
Relieves pain by allowing blood flow. Makes all the difference on the long ride!
Flexible but very hard cushion
submitted by Ferris on June 15, 2009
Pros:
Flexible, fresh, cool.Cons:
Hard in the heel area.Although this shoe is very light, fresh and flexible I did not like the cushioning system. Way too hard.
Ironman CDA 2009 Race Preview
by Patrick McCrann on June 15th, 2009
With just about seven days left before the race, athletes are in full-on taper mode, packing and reviewing final preparations before making the trek to beautiful Coeur d'Alene, ID. Without a doubt, a large part of pre-race anxiety is due to not knowing what race day will bring in terms of the course, weather, the competition, etc.
Fantastic
submitted by Ferris on June 14, 2009
Pros:
It floats a lot. Easy to take it off. Cons:
none so farI've bought it for $339 at Bike Tech Miami and this is the best wetsuit I ever have. I tried six different sizes and picked size 8. Great product.
Polar RS200sd Heart Rate Monitor
submitted by Likemike on June 13, 2009
Pros:
Price, Weblink, accurate, not big, easy to navigate.Cons:
noneI have had no problems with my Polar RS200SD. It is extremely accurate. and easy to use although more advanced interval monitoring is a little cumbersome. For anyone looking to purchase a heart rate monitor for the first time the RS200SD is a great start and has the weblink feature that lets you use Polar's software to breakdown and visualize your workout heart rate data. I have not used the foot pod so I can't comment on it. I've had very good luck with mine so far.
http://tri-likemike.blogspot.com/
http://triathlonforbeginners.blogspot.com/
Great Bike
submitted by moriatesg on June 10, 2009
Pros:
Design, Ride, FeelCons:
NoneI have a season of ironman training in this bike and it is by far the best bike I have riden. Also, it is nice not to ride something different then a Cervelo like everyone and their mothers.
I recommend this bike to anyone looking for a speed machine.
Electronic Bike Shifting
by TriSports.com on June 9th, 2009
The evolution of the bicycle shifting continues. Shimano now has its new electronic Dura Ace Di2 gruppo. Sure there have been other companies that have tried to master this but I think Shimano is on to something with this one.
Shimano Dura Ace
P2-SL Pro
I have the P2-SL Pro and I love it. I added Zipp 404 Clydesdales and am gtiing faster all the time. I am a MC and had the 20th fastest over all bike in a race yesterday. Can't be beat for the money.