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How Goofy am I? Not very…

Posted on 13 January 2014 by admin

I completed the Disney World Half Marathon this weekend in 3 hours and 12 minutes. Unfortunately, I was also supposed to do the marathon, as part of the Goofy Challenge. My legs were so sore on Saturday, that I made…

Ironman Florida 2013 Race Recap

Posted on 6 November 2013 by admin

“Remember when you thought this was a good idea?” – Spectator sign at the race. I finished Ironman Florida 2013 in 16 hours 29 minutes and 22 seconds! That was way more time that I had hoped, but really I…

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Posted in Ironman, Reviews, Training, Triathlon

Altus Weighted Gloves Review

Posted on 28 March 2013 by admin

For two years now, I have been using these Bowflex SelectTech weights. I love the versatility of the weights, but one downside is that the weights increment by as much as 5 pounds. For example, I use 25 pounds when…

Using Presta Valve Extenders

Posted on 8 January 2013 by admin

I recently purchased a Zipp 808 rear wheel with a CycleOps Power Meter. One of the first things I found out was that the presta valves on my inner tube would not be long enough to pass through the rim…

Ironman Florida 70.3 Recap

Posted on 22 May 2012 by admin

It was a beautiful day in Haines City, Florida this past weekend and the first time the city hosted this event. The overall event turned out geat! The city and especially the volunteers did a great job. I would definitely…

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Posted in Ironman, Reviews, Triathlon

My First Bicycle Power Meter

Posted on 4 September 2011 by admin

I have been hearing about power meters for a few years now and when I took the USAT coaching certification clinic, the coach/presenters said that the best way for athletes to train on the bike is using a power meter.…

Pearly Izumi Sun Sleeves Review

Posted on 28 May 2011 by admin

I bought the Pearl Izumi Sun Sleeves after seeing them in a magazine. The idea is that they provide UPF 40+ sun protection and help to keep you cool. I’ve worn them twice on long (5+ hour) bike rides and…