Monthly Archives: October 2010

Ironman Access Membership Program…Cancelled

Today was a tough day to be in the Public Relations/Marketing Department for WTC.  Today folks with the WTC felt the sting of many, many negative comments on their Ironman Facebook page about their recent announcement of the Ironman Access … Continue reading

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Ironman Access Membership Program…or Money Grab?

I received an email today about a new “exclusive athlete membership program” called Ironman Access.  To be blunt, this is a money grab. Here’s the details: In addition to other member benefits, the program will offer advance registration for Ironman … Continue reading

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October, Tapering, and Burros

By peasap October in NC rocks!! It is by far the best month of the year in my opinion.  The nights are chilly, the days are still warm, the air is clear, and there’s not a cloud in sight(unless there’s … Continue reading

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Bubble Boy

Last week I received an email from coach that it was now time to go into “Bubble Boy mode”.  Time to get lots of rest, stay away from sick people, no crazy at-home projects, and lots of recovery.  Woohoo !!! … Continue reading

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Brick Wall Ahead !!!

It’s crazy where this Ironman journey will take you.  Last week I said “Woohoo….150 is the new 100, and 100 is the new 50”  after the 150 mile ride to Wilmington.  It was such a mental boost to put that … Continue reading

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TrySports Capital to the Coast ‏150 miler

This weekend was all about pushing well past 112 miles, so the bike portion of IMFL won’t seem like a big deal.  I have been looking forward to this weekend for quite some time.  As soon as I heard about … Continue reading

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What Drought?

After not being caught in the rain all year on the bike, it has now been raining for about 5 days non-stop.  If you live anywhere near the East Coast of the U.S., you no doubt got wet this week.  … Continue reading

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