Tri795 sprint Bunclody 9/7/2011

Woddle

Last years thread
Race website

elvis jones

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Cheers woddle,

So who is doing it ?

elvis jones

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Well i'm all signed up so count down begins !!!

Woddle

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Getting a bit nervous about this now. I havn't swam or cycled in a few months now :eek:
I'm hoping my improved running fitness will help me out with the other two.
Starting this week I'm going to use my 2 rest days from running to cycle and swim.
I think I did 1'31 last year so should be still able to beat that.
Swim tonight - so I'll see how many laps I can get done.

Woddle

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What time goals have people got for this year. I did 1:31 last year and I think (swim depending) that I could take ten mins off, if I have a very good day.

griffin100

Tell me your race number and I'll make sure I'm marshalling in Clonegal so that I can push you up that hill

elvis jones

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So how is everyone getting along, its an out door pool swim so i take it no wet suit needed

griffin100

No wetsuit is needed, pool is heated and always warm, even when it's freezing outside.

elvis jones

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griffin100 wrote: »

No wetsuit is needed, pool is heated and always warm, even when it's freezing outside.

Cheers just checking ! Looking forward to it now !

tom francy

Is it still open for entries?

griffin100

Is it still open for entries?

Yes.

Oryx

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Ten minutes Woddle? I have two hopes of that. Bob and No. Did a 1.33 and if I scrape a few minutes off it Ill be happy. I remember that hill in Clonegal, when the kid told me to 'go faster will ya'. And the run. Oh god that bloody hill to the turnaround. Thought it would never end.

But still, am looking forward to it, there should be a lot of familiar faces around.

elvis jones

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Oryx wrote: »

Ten minutes Woddle? I have two hopes of that. Bob and No. Did a 1.33 and if I scrape a few minutes off it Ill be happy. I remember that hill in Clonegal, when the kid told me to 'go faster will ya'. And the run. Oh god that bloody hill to the turnaround. Thought it would never end.

But still, am looking forward to it, there should be a lot of familiar faces around.

So what are the run and cycle routes like ?

Many per lane in the swim, slow coach here will need his own lane;)

Woddle

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elvis jones wrote: »

So what are the run and cycle routes like ?

Many per lane in the swim, slow coach here will need his own lane;)

Cycle is a little hilly but nothing to worry about.
Run is an out and back, the out is a bitch, all uphill on wobbly legs.
Swim will have 5 or 6 in your lane and can be a little messy but still fine, just don't do anything stupid and lead the swim out

Woddle

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Oryx wrote: »

Ten minutes Woddle?.

10 might be slighly on the optimistic side but I did a swim TT last week and swam the same time as the race last year. I also reckon I'll be quicker over T1, I should take 4/5 mins off last years run time, the bike I'm not sure but I think my better run fitness should help here.

elvis jones

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Woddle wrote: »

Cycle is a little hilly but nothing to worry about.
Run is an out and back, the out is a bitch, all uphill on wobbly legs.
Swim will have 5 or 6 in your lane and can be a little messy but still fine, just don't do anything stupid and lead the swim out

Cheers,

I'll just focus on down hill the whole way back on the run, i've stated doing a hilly run once a week now to build on that part.

Good chance to use the tri bars on the cycle ???

If the swim is as well marshalled as it was in Laois ( no passing mid length etc ) i'll be happy, slow but happy.

griffin100

If the swim is as well marshalled as it was in Laois ( no passing mid length etc ) i'll be happy, slow but happy.

It will be

Bike is ok. Out of Bunclody is a bit of a hill then a very fast descent into Kildavin after which its rolling cross country (including a bit of a hill in Clonegal) followed by a fast section back into Bunclody.

Run is a simple affair - run up a hill, turnaround, and run back down again:)

Oryx

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elvis jones wrote: »

Cheers,

I'll just focus on down hill the whole way back on the run, i've stated doing a hilly run once a week now to build on that part.

Good chance to use the tri bars on the cycle ???

If the swim is as well marshalled as it was in Laois ( no passing mid length etc ) i'll be happy, slow but happy.

Swim marshals were great last year, or at least for everyone else they were. I kept getting held back to let others pass.

There is a brill sweeping downhill on the bike as you come back, so you have that to look forward to as well. It finishes in a steep downhill neutral zone.

elvis jones

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Another positive i can roll back down the hill if it comes to that:D

I'm going for 1:40..........that takes into account my slow swim:(

Woddle

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What swim time are you hoping for Elvis?
I was one of the slowest on the day last year

Woddle

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What swim time are you hoping for Elvis?
I was one of the slowest on the day last year, I'm brutal at it

elvis jones

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about 20 min:o

Arthurdaly

Guys, I have not swam in about 3 months, Cycling and running is pretty good.
I would estimate I could take about 6 lengths without a breather, any point me turning up?

Do people stop for breathers between lengths? When I entered Im pretty sure I put the slowest possible time for the swimming section.

elvis jones

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Arthurdaly wrote: »

Guys, I have not swam in about 3 months, Cycling and running is pretty good.
I would estimate I could take about 6 lengths without a breather, any point me turning up?

Do people stop for breathers between lengths? When I entered Im pretty sure I put the slowest possible time for the swimming section.

I wouldn't worry as i'll be stopping every 2 lengths, only started swimming in feb and am still very slow ! I put 20 min in the swim time, i still think i'll be slower than that on the day.

Woddle

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Arthurdaly wrote: »

Guys, I have not swam in about 3 months, Cycling and running is pretty good.
I would estimate I could take about 6 lengths without a breather, any point me turning up?

Do people stop for breathers between lengths? When I entered Im pretty sure I put the slowest possible time for the swimming section.

I stopped about 3 times for a breather and had a chat with one of the helpers
You'll be grand and similar to you I've only swam once (last week) in 3 months and same on the bike.

Arthurdaly

Thanks guys, it comforting to know I wont be the only one struggling to get some breaths!

elvis jones

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Less than a week left...........everyone ready ???

Anyone know what time registration opens at ?

RacoonQueen

Definitely out of this now, despite being sick, I now have to babysit. Brownie points for the next time I consider doing a tri. :pac:

elvis jones

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RacoonQueen wrote: »

Definitely out of this now, despite being sick, I now have to babysit. Brownie points for the next time I consider doing a tri. :pac:

Pity !

Looks like i'll be the only one in my clubs colours there:(

griffin100

Anyone know what time registration opens at ?

Registration will be between 1 - 3. More info going up onto website later today.

Last few places left so if you're thinking about this you will need to register before Wednesday evening.

Woddle

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Just sorted out my one day licence. I assume I just bring the email with odl number and ID.
I havn't recieved anything from the race regarding waves and bib number. Thought we had sth by now last year?
Also is it too late to change to a slower swim wave. I definitely over estimated my swim improvement.

elvis jones

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Woddle wrote: »

Just sorted out my one day licence. I assume I just bring the email with odl number and ID.
I havn't recieved anything from the race regarding waves and bib number. Thought we had sth by now last year?
Also is it too late to change to a slower swim wave. I definitely over estimated my swim improvement.

What time you looking at ?

Reg closes wen at midnight so i can't see waves going up before that really.

Woddle

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elvis jones wrote: »

What time you looking at ?

Reg closes wen at midnight so i can't see waves going up before that really.

Thinking out loud.
Swim - 13
T1 - 1'30
Bike - 42
T2 - 1'00
run - 24

so 1:21:30

How bout yourself?

griffin100

Just sorted out my one day licence. I assume I just bring the email with odl number and ID.
I havn't recieved anything from the race regarding waves and bib number. Thought we had sth by now last year?
Also is it too late to change to a slower swim wave. I definitely over estimated my swim improvement.

send a mail to tri795@gmail.com and you should be sorted.

elvis jones

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Swim - 20:o
T1 - 1:30ish
Cycle - 38 to 40
T2 - 1:30
Run - 28

The swim is what really kills me but i can't complain really seeing as i'm only swimming since feb. Run could be faster but i'm aware of the "hill". The cycle is my strongest and if there is no wind sub 40 should be within my remit.

Woddle

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The cycle was my best discipline last year with 45:58. I've only been on the bike once this year but I'm hoping all the running I've been doing will get me 42. Don't want to over cook the bike either like I did that last year as I was wrecked for the run.

elvis jones

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Ya anything sub 40 min in the cycle would be amazing for me as i need to be hitting 2 min/km as often as i can.

The swim is eh........:rolleyes:

Run is getting better but i need to keep shedding the pounds as its like someone else trying to run 5km with a 4 stone bag od spuds on their back:mad:

Oryx

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You didnt ask, but anyway.

Swim: 13
T1 1.15
Bike: 47
T2 1.15
Run: 24

My bike last year was 51. Terrible. I dont think I can do much on the other two but I hope to make time there, tho Im still terrible. This is a training event for me so not going to worry too much.

Woddle

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griffin100 wrote: »

send a mail to tri795@gmail.com and you should be sorted.

Sorted already. Thanks.

DustyBin

Don't forget entry for this closes tonight at midnight
Last chance to grab one of the few remaining spots

All entrants will be entered into a draw with the chance to win a big hug and a kiss from ironman Griffin100 *







*may not actually be true

griffin100

All entrants will be entered into a draw with the chance to win a big hug and a kiss from ironman Griffin100 *







*may not actually be true

That depends purely on who the winner is.....Elvis, Woddle, sorry but don't get your hopes up. The rest of you can pm me a photo:D

Woddle

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griffin100 wrote: »

That depends purely on who the winner is.....Elvis, Woddle, sorry but don't get your hopes up. The rest of you can pm me a photo:D

I'm well plssed off now, I entered twice

Oryx

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griffin100 wrote: »

That depends purely on who the winner is.....Elvis, Woddle, sorry but don't get your hopes up. The rest of you can pm me a photo:D

Photo of you required too, before I take a punt.

Woddle

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Anyone know where I can purchase a cheap but still half decent tri top or a completely zipped cycling top (t-shirt style)

Bungy Girl

TK Maxx is a good bet for bargains if you're prepared to rummage!

Oryx

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If you head up the M50 to carrickmines you have TK Maxx, Halfords and 53 degrees north all in the one shopping centre.

elvis jones

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No 11.................

Woddle

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elvis jones wrote: »

No 11.................

43 for me.
I've agreed to play a competitive 11 aside tomorrow night :eek:
Maybe a bit daft but I do miss my footy.

Oryx

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24. Same wave as last year. Lets hope it goes better

elvis jones

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Oryx wrote: »

24. Same wave as last year. Lets hope it goes better

I'm thinking of heading down now and starting my swim............should be finished with the rest of yee:o

Woddle

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http://racing795.com/

Results are up already, fantastic day out and the weather just made it even better if that was possible.
Gave it a 5, very well organised and well marshalled and everyone was so friendly.