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/dropmike50 Finger Death Punchgruecd said:For all you creative types, does anyone have any cool ideas for a team name for my 5-man relay team at Fall 50 this October?
/dropmike50 Finger Death Punchgruecd said:For all you creative types, does anyone have any cool ideas for a team name for my 5-man relay team at Fall 50 this October?
Flock of 1/2 Ducklings50 Finger Death Punchgruecd said:For all you creative types, does anyone have any cool ideas for a team name for my 5-man relay team at Fall 50 this October?
50 Finger Bang50 Finger Death Punchgruecd said:For all you creative types, does anyone have any cool ideas for a team name for my 5-man relay team at Fall 50 this October?
Little history lesson for those who aren't familiar with the level of stupidity or conversely, tenacity (or maybe a combination of both) associated with Western States.I'll have 4 tickets in this year, up from 1 in year one and 2 last year. Last year there were 2566 applicants with 6601 tickets total vying for one of 270 spots.tri-man 47 said:Great report, Duck! I love the first comment above, and I'm excited about the second. With another lottery entry, what are your odds up to ..about 10%? I'd sure like to come out and help crew when you get into WS!SFBayDuck said:Quicksilver 100K
It was a low-key event, with the RD backing us up into a field that served as the parking lot and then saying, "This looks like a good place to start." After
Most importantly - I'll be in Auburn for my third straight Western States 100 lottery this December!
Last year's odds:
1 ticket: 4.7%
2 tickets: 9.3%
4 tickets: 17.6%
8 tickets: 32.2%
16 tickets: 54.0%
32 tickets: 78.8%
I'd expect the numbers to be up from last year, probably at least 2800 entrants for 7000+ tickets, so I'd guess around a 16% chance for me.
When it happens, it's going to be great to have the FBG all-star crew out there with me!
right calf still feels crampy.swim day, but after taking yesterday off (not by design, due to work) I did the "competitive" workout instead of the tri-workout I usually do.
500 w/u, 10x50 kick, 300 ez, 20x50 hard (60 second intervals), 300 ez, 12x25 hard, 200 ez
the kick was tough, but got through it, hit the 50s between 41-44 with the last few just under 40. When I pushed off for the first 25 my right calf seized up, big time cramp. Walked it off in the water, went again, another cramp. Decided to do these pull instead, still got a cramp in my right calf but eventually it wore off. Did 6x25, then decided to try the next 6 "normal", did 2 then CRAMP in the left calf.![]()
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I've treated most swim days as easier days with focus on form, so today pushing it hard for the first time in awhile was too much for the calves. It's funny how I can run or bike a whole lot longer with no issue, but pointing my toes and kicking hard makes me cramp bad.
Lesson learned - don't kick too hard during the 1.2
What's your weekly mileage look like now?This has probably been discussed a million times in this thread so forgive me but... does anyone have a trusted speed work training routine? I'm looking to lower my 5k time and have hit a plateau.
Probably in the 12-15 range. Hoping to increase that now that the weather is turning nice.What's your weekly mileage look like now?This has probably been discussed a million times in this thread so forgive me but... does anyone have a trusted speed work training routine? I'm looking to lower my 5k time and have hit a plateau.
FUBAR - Very impressive training cycle you've had. Your biking has really improved.right calf still feels crampy.swim day, but after taking yesterday off (not by design, due to work) I did the "competitive" workout instead of the tri-workout I usually do.
500 w/u, 10x50 kick, 300 ez, 20x50 hard (60 second intervals), 300 ez, 12x25 hard, 200 ez
the kick was tough, but got through it, hit the 50s between 41-44 with the last few just under 40. When I pushed off for the first 25 my right calf seized up, big time cramp. Walked it off in the water, went again, another cramp. Decided to do these pull instead, still got a cramp in my right calf but eventually it wore off. Did 6x25, then decided to try the next 6 "normal", did 2 then CRAMP in the left calf.![]()
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I've treated most swim days as easier days with focus on form, so today pushing it hard for the first time in awhile was too much for the calves. It's funny how I can run or bike a whole lot longer with no issue, but pointing my toes and kicking hard makes me cramp bad.
Lesson learned - don't kick too hard during the 1.2
33 mile bike, 132 hr, moderate, comfortable pace
followed by run, 8 minutes out, 8 back - 2.3 miles, 6:57 pace, 160bpm
It's absolutely beautiful outside today. Really wish next weekend's forecast looked like this.
Well, the best course of action would probably just increase your volume first. You will get the biggest bang for your buck just running more.Probably in the 12-15 range. Hoping to increase that now that the weather is turning nice.What's your weekly mileage look like now?This has probably been discussed a million times in this thread so forgive me but... does anyone have a trusted speed work training routine? I'm looking to lower my 5k time and have hit a plateau.
yep. That's not to say you couldn't add fartleks in soon, but add 10% a week to your volume for the next 5 weeks or so without increasing speed or effort, then assess.Well, the best course of action would probably just increase your volume first. You will get the biggest bang for your buck just running more.Probably in the 12-15 range. Hoping to increase that now that the weather is turning nice.What's your weekly mileage look like now?This has probably been discussed a million times in this thread so forgive me but... does anyone have a trusted speed work training routine? I'm looking to lower my 5k time and have hit a plateau.
That's the non-swimmer's swimmer cramp - need more ankle flexibility. I get those when I do something stupid like bike a hard 50 then decide it would be a great idea to cap it off with a hard swim.right calf still feels crampy.swim day, but after taking yesterday off (not by design, due to work) I did the "competitive" workout instead of the tri-workout I usually do.
500 w/u, 10x50 kick, 300 ez, 20x50 hard (60 second intervals), 300 ez, 12x25 hard, 200 ez
the kick was tough, but got through it, hit the 50s between 41-44 with the last few just under 40. When I pushed off for the first 25 my right calf seized up, big time cramp. Walked it off in the water, went again, another cramp. Decided to do these pull instead, still got a cramp in my right calf but eventually it wore off. Did 6x25, then decided to try the next 6 "normal", did 2 then CRAMP in the left calf.![]()
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I've treated most swim days as easier days with focus on form, so today pushing it hard for the first time in awhile was too much for the calves. It's funny how I can run or bike a whole lot longer with no issue, but pointing my toes and kicking hard makes me cramp bad.
Lesson learned - don't kick too hard during the 1.2
33 mile bike, 132 hr, moderate, comfortable pace
followed by run, 8 minutes out, 8 back - 2.3 miles, 6:57 pace, 160bpm
It's absolutely beautiful outside today. Really wish next weekend's forecast looked like this.
I'm counting on the fact that you have a pacing spot reserved for me.When it happens, it's going to be great to have the FBG all-star crew out there with me!
It's a 100 miles, pretty sure we could all grab a spot if we wanted to. Be like carrying the Olympic torch, every 3-4 miles just hand him off to the next pacer.I'm counting on the fact that you have a pacing spot reserved for me.When it happens, it's going to be great to have the FBG all-star crew out there with me!![]()
Agreed!! But if you want to do some speed work, you could head to a local track (or section of road) and run some 400m repeats with a walk/jog of equal time in between.Well, the best course of action would probably just increase your volume first. You will get the biggest bang for your buck just running more.Probably in the 12-15 range. Hoping to increase that now that the weather is turning nice.What's your weekly mileage look like now?This has probably been discussed a million times in this thread so forgive me but... does anyone have a trusted speed work training routine? I'm looking to lower my 5k time and have hit a plateau.
Be prepared, Duck. For as fast as he can run, his power hiking is insane.I'm counting on the fact that you have a pacing spot reserved for me.When it happens, it's going to be great to have the FBG all-star crew out there with me!![]()
I fired up the WiiU last night and was watching trail running videos on YouTube for an hour, and watched Salomon Running's The Original again, which is pretty much the video you would make to accompany that story.Little history lesson for those who aren't familiar with the level of stupidity or conversely, tenacity (or maybe a combination of both) associated with Western States.
http://trailrunnermag.com/people/profiles/1764-runnin-rebel
Absolutely. Nice starter bike. 105 components with a compact crank - great start. And, of course, starting your biking out with an event that starts with "Irish Pub" means you're really a pro already.Hey guys, are we talking about cycling in here too or is there another thread for that?
Just ordered a new bike and have no experience so looking for some tips to get started.
I have nothing except this which is on its way...
http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_1163268_-1___1937015
Already signed up for this... http://irishpub.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=11677
And will use the bike for longer rides like that and riding for fitness for an hour over lunch a few days a week.
With the bike I bought above I get $200 in free gear from the same shop. I was thinking of clipless pedals and shoes to start, prob new helmet, will need cages and bottles, other sugestions? Tires?...
http://www.performancebike.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TopCategoriesDisplay?catalogId=10551&langId=-1&storeId=10052
I was really trying to limit the initial spend and start out used after looking around for a month or so I didn't really find anything and I needed to get a bike so I could start training and get outside off of the stationary bike. I also have no idea what I'm doing so wanted to at least have a bike shop as a resource and help with the initial fit and explaining everything to me. Its a chain but the location I bought from is spoken well of in local cycling circles. The Memorial Day doorbuster sale was finally enough of a push to get me to pull the trigger even thought its more than I wanted to spend.Absolutely. Nice starter bike. 105 components with a compact crank - great start. And, of course, starting your biking out with an event that starts with "Irish Pub" means you're really a pro already.Hey guys, are we talking about cycling in here too or is there another thread for that?
Just ordered a new bike and have no experience so looking for some tips to get started.
I have nothing except this which is on its way...
http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_1163268_-1___1937015
Already signed up for this... http://irishpub.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=11677
And will use the bike for longer rides like that and riding for fitness for an hour over lunch a few days a week.
With the bike I bought above I get $200 in free gear from the same shop. I was thinking of clipless pedals and shoes to start, prob new helmet, will need cages and bottles, other sugestions? Tires?...
http://www.performancebike.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TopCategoriesDisplay?catalogId=10551&langId=-1&storeId=10052
So what do you need to start? Clipless pedals and shoes are good (yes, they require getting used to and yes you will have a couple 0 mile an hour crashes). I highly recommend trying shoes on in person. Definitely need a helmet - again try some on as they really do fit differently. You will need clothes - one decent pair of bike shorts and a bike jersey (you really want the pockets). Cages and 2 bottles - yes. I really like the Camelbak insulated bottles over anything else. The other mandatory item is an emergency kit - you want a saddle bag (usually the medium size) that you put an extra tube, two levers (Pedros recommended), a CO2 cartridge, and an inflator in there. Flats are rare but do happen and being able to fix things on the road is a mandatory thing.
On the "nice to have list" would be a rear blinky light, as visibility is good. Also you will at some point need some chain lube as that does wear out.
Yep - I will buy some supplies (tubes and tires) online as in store can be expensive. I'll but clothes online sometimes, too, as there can be some good deals out there (and good bike shorts can be expensive). But for most everyday stuff I'll buy in store as it isn't that much more expensive and you get help. Also, I forgot, you probably want some bike gloves. Those don't have to be very expensive. But really, in my mind, the absolute necessities are a helmet, emergency kit, bike shorts. I'd probably add in gloves, too. You also want sunglasses (safety thing), but people typically have those.I was really trying to limit the initial spend and start out used after looking around for a month or so I didn't really find anything and I needed to get a bike so I could start training and get outside off of the stationary bike. I also have no idea what I'm doing so wanted to at least have a bike shop as a resource and help with the initial fit and explaining everything to me. Its a chain but the location I bought from is spoken well of in local cycling circles. The Memorial Day doorbuster sale was finally enough of a push to get me to pull the trigger even thought its more than I wanted to spend.Absolutely. Nice starter bike. 105 components with a compact crank - great start. And, of course, starting your biking out with an event that starts with "Irish Pub" means you're really a pro already.Hey guys, are we talking about cycling in here too or is there another thread for that?
Just ordered a new bike and have no experience so looking for some tips to get started.
I have nothing except this which is on its way...
http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_1163268_-1___1937015
Already signed up for this... http://irishpub.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=11677
And will use the bike for longer rides like that and riding for fitness for an hour over lunch a few days a week.
With the bike I bought above I get $200 in free gear from the same shop. I was thinking of clipless pedals and shoes to start, prob new helmet, will need cages and bottles, other sugestions? Tires?...
http://www.performancebike.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TopCategoriesDisplay?catalogId=10551&langId=-1&storeId=10052
So what do you need to start? Clipless pedals and shoes are good (yes, they require getting used to and yes you will have a couple 0 mile an hour crashes). I highly recommend trying shoes on in person. Definitely need a helmet - again try some on as they really do fit differently. You will need clothes - one decent pair of bike shorts and a bike jersey (you really want the pockets). Cages and 2 bottles - yes. I really like the Camelbak insulated bottles over anything else. The other mandatory item is an emergency kit - you want a saddle bag (usually the medium size) that you put an extra tube, two levers (Pedros recommended), a CO2 cartridge, and an inflator in there. Flats are rare but do happen and being able to fix things on the road is a mandatory thing.
On the "nice to have list" would be a rear blinky light, as visibility is good. Also you will at some point need some chain lube as that does wear out.
I'll get my shoes and pedals from them as well (with the $200 I'm getting back) so I'll get to try them on in store and when the fit me and the bike.
Where do you by your bike accessories? Local shop or online? What are good sites to check?
Thanks!
For sunglasses, make sure you're using protective lenses, and they are a must. I'd also get a clear set or replacement lens. Imagine taking a pebble or even a fly in the eye at 20mph. Not a pretty picture. If you want to go cheaper, find decent shooting glasseshttp://m.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=13155003&cp=4406646.4413993.4414427.12114955would suffice.Yep - I will buy some supplies (tubes and tires) online as in store can be expensive. I'll but clothes online sometimes, too, as there can be some good deals out there (and good bike shorts can be expensive). But for most everyday stuff I'll buy in store as it isn't that much more expensive and you get help. Also, I forgot, you probably want some bike gloves. Those don't have to be very expensive. But really, in my mind, the absolute necessities are a helmet, emergency kit, bike shorts. I'd probably add in gloves, too. You also want sunglasses (safety thing), but people typically have those.I was really trying to limit the initial spend and start out used after looking around for a month or so I didn't really find anything and I needed to get a bike so I could start training and get outside off of the stationary bike. I also have no idea what I'm doing so wanted to at least have a bike shop as a resource and help with the initial fit and explaining everything to me. Its a chain but the location I bought from is spoken well of in local cycling circles. The Memorial Day doorbuster sale was finally enough of a push to get me to pull the trigger even thought its more than I wanted to spend.Absolutely. Nice starter bike. 105 components with a compact crank - great start. And, of course, starting your biking out with an event that starts with "Irish Pub" means you're really a pro already.Hey guys, are we talking about cycling in here too or is there another thread for that?
Just ordered a new bike and have no experience so looking for some tips to get started.
I have nothing except this which is on its way...
http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_1163268_-1___1937015
Already signed up for this... http://irishpub.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=11677
And will use the bike for longer rides like that and riding for fitness for an hour over lunch a few days a week.
With the bike I bought above I get $200 in free gear from the same shop. I was thinking of clipless pedals and shoes to start, prob new helmet, will need cages and bottles, other sugestions? Tires?...
http://www.performancebike.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TopCategoriesDisplay?catalogId=10551&langId=-1&storeId=10052
So what do you need to start? Clipless pedals and shoes are good (yes, they require getting used to and yes you will have a couple 0 mile an hour crashes). I highly recommend trying shoes on in person. Definitely need a helmet - again try some on as they really do fit differently. You will need clothes - one decent pair of bike shorts and a bike jersey (you really want the pockets). Cages and 2 bottles - yes. I really like the Camelbak insulated bottles over anything else. The other mandatory item is an emergency kit - you want a saddle bag (usually the medium size) that you put an extra tube, two levers (Pedros recommended), a CO2 cartridge, and an inflator in there. Flats are rare but do happen and being able to fix things on the road is a mandatory thing.
On the "nice to have list" would be a rear blinky light, as visibility is good. Also you will at some point need some chain lube as that does wear out.
I'll get my shoes and pedals from them as well (with the $200 I'm getting back) so I'll get to try them on in store and when the fit me and the bike.
Where do you by your bike accessories? Local shop or online? What are good sites to check?
Thanks!
As far as online places like Nashbar often have good sales and coupons.
So highbrow!For sunglasses, make sure you're using protective lenses, and they are a must. I'd also get a clear set or replacement lens. Imagine taking a pebble or even a fly in the eye at 20mph. Not a pretty picture. If you want to go cheaper, find decent shooting glasseshttp://m.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=13155003&cp=4406646.4413993.4414427.12114955would suffice.Yep - I will buy some supplies (tubes and tires) online as in store can be expensive. I'll but clothes online sometimes, too, as there can be some good deals out there (and good bike shorts can be expensive). But for most everyday stuff I'll buy in store as it isn't that much more expensive and you get help. Also, I forgot, you probably want some bike gloves. Those don't have to be very expensive. But really, in my mind, the absolute necessities are a helmet, emergency kit, bike shorts. I'd probably add in gloves, too. You also want sunglasses (safety thing), but people typically have those.I was really trying to limit the initial spend and start out used after looking around for a month or so I didn't really find anything and I needed to get a bike so I could start training and get outside off of the stationary bike. I also have no idea what I'm doing so wanted to at least have a bike shop as a resource and help with the initial fit and explaining everything to me. Its a chain but the location I bought from is spoken well of in local cycling circles. The Memorial Day doorbuster sale was finally enough of a push to get me to pull the trigger even thought its more than I wanted to spend.Absolutely. Nice starter bike. 105 components with a compact crank - great start. And, of course, starting your biking out with an event that starts with "Irish Pub" means you're really a pro already.Hey guys, are we talking about cycling in here too or is there another thread for that?
Just ordered a new bike and have no experience so looking for some tips to get started.
I have nothing except this which is on its way...
http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_1163268_-1___1937015
Already signed up for this... http://irishpub.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=11677
And will use the bike for longer rides like that and riding for fitness for an hour over lunch a few days a week.
With the bike I bought above I get $200 in free gear from the same shop. I was thinking of clipless pedals and shoes to start, prob new helmet, will need cages and bottles, other sugestions? Tires?...
http://www.performancebike.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TopCategoriesDisplay?catalogId=10551&langId=-1&storeId=10052
So what do you need to start? Clipless pedals and shoes are good (yes, they require getting used to and yes you will have a couple 0 mile an hour crashes). I highly recommend trying shoes on in person. Definitely need a helmet - again try some on as they really do fit differently. You will need clothes - one decent pair of bike shorts and a bike jersey (you really want the pockets). Cages and 2 bottles - yes. I really like the Camelbak insulated bottles over anything else. The other mandatory item is an emergency kit - you want a saddle bag (usually the medium size) that you put an extra tube, two levers (Pedros recommended), a CO2 cartridge, and an inflator in there. Flats are rare but do happen and being able to fix things on the road is a mandatory thing.
On the "nice to have list" would be a rear blinky light, as visibility is good. Also you will at some point need some chain lube as that does wear out.
I'll get my shoes and pedals from them as well (with the $200 I'm getting back) so I'll get to try them on in store and when the fit me and the bike.
Where do you by your bike accessories? Local shop or online? What are good sites to check?
Thanks!
As far as online places like Nashbar often have good sales and coupons.
Gloves, yes they're good to have. If you have a pair of weight lifting gloves, those work at first.
You'd think, and there are actually 5-6 spots where you can switch pacers, but you can't pick one up until Foresthill at mile 62 (unless you leave Michigan Bluff at mile 55 after 8:00 - I started pacing my runner there in 2012).beer 30 said:It's a 100 miles, pretty sure we could all grab a spot if we wanted to. Be like carrying the Olympic torch, every 3-4 miles just hand him off to the next pacer.gruecd said:I'm counting on the fact that you have a pacing spot reserved for me.SFBayDuck said:When it happens, it's going to be great to have the FBG all-star crew out there with me!![]()
That heart rate seems really high.I took a week off for a 4-day boys golf trip. Took me another 2 days to recover. So with a week between runs, I went out and ran the same route Wednesday and today:
Mile 1 - 9:21 wed 9:23 Friday
Mile 2 - 9:21. 9:16
Mile 3 - 9:31. 9:33
Mile 4 - 9:32. 9:24
Last .82 - 9:11. 8:32 !! ETA: These are mile paces. Actual times 7:29 and 6:58
45:14. 44:34 cut 40 seconds off!
Felt great throughout both runs but really pushed myself the last .75 miles today. Running at a 182-188 HR for much of the last .5. Felt good. I'm going to try running my 5k route on Sunday to see how fast I can go and for how long.
there probably will be quite a few people. Just not from this board.Anybody else going to be in Madison WI this weekend for the half?
Still a great time.I didn't have it today. Unofficially finished in 18:26. 4th place.
I could have done a little better but I knew I wasn't going to be able to hang on to sub 18 pace half way through and that messed with my motivation to push. I don't think I'll write a race report but if you'd like to view splits and stuff, here's the link to my Garmin data.
Results aren't posted. He passed me in the last mile. Maybe 10 seconds better?Still a great time.I didn't have it today. Unofficially finished in 18:26. 4th place.
I could have done a little better but I knew I wasn't going to be able to hang on to sub 18 pace half way through and that messed with my motivation to push. I don't think I'll write a race report but if you'd like to view splits and stuff, here's the link to my Garmin data.
What time was 3rd?
Yeah, that was crazy. I really thought it was impossible but had the course been to length I think I really may have had a chance. Here are my splits last year where I ran a 39:56Nice hang 10! Looks like you would have at least gotten really close to sub 40.
You speed demons amaze me
Last hard session is over!there probably will be quite a few people. Just not from this board.Anybody else going to be in Madison WI this weekend for the half?![]()
90 minutes of hills followed by 90 minute tempo on flatter terrain.
Hills - HR in the 140s, 3:03 pace
Tempo - HR in the low 150s, 2:56 pace
Realizing I screwed up my training by not doing more hills on the bike. Too late now to do anything about it, but I'll have to remember this for next time.
May was a good ramp-up, hours by week - 9.5, 8.6, 11, 11. Time to get one more shorter speed session in tomorrow, then a 6 day taper.
161 bpm. don't know if I'll be able to maintain that after 3+ hours of swim and bike, but we'll see.Man. Humbling. Btw, Mrs APK was mentioning you today.I barely set a new PR today in Madison. Jeez, this course had too many hills. Finished in just a few seconds over 1:59. Ran really strong the last 2 miles and felt good at the end.Some fast times there, Juxt and Hang 10!
18 hilly miles (real, country road hills) for me ...8:42/mile, 155 HR.
Man. Humbling. Btw, Mrs APK was mentioning you today.I barely set a new PR today in Madison. Jeez, this course had too many hills. Finished in just a few seconds over 1:59. Ran really strong the last 2 miles and felt good at the end.Some fast times there, Juxt and Hang 10!
18 hilly miles (real, country road hills) for me ...8:42/mile, 155 HR.
Hope we can do a run together this summer.
that's awesome!