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How Goofy am I? Not very…

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

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Ironman Florida 2013 Race Recap

“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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Altus Weighted Gloves Review

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

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Using Presta Valve Extenders

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

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Posted in Introductory, Presta Valve, Reviews, Triathlon

Ironman Florida 70.3 Recap

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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My First Bicycle Power Meter

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.

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Posted in Introductory, Ironman, Reviews, Training, Triathlon

Pearly Izumi Sun Sleeves Review

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

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Rohto Ironman 70.3 Florida Recap

Florida 70.3 Review

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Bowflex SelectTech 552 Dumbbell Review

Bowflex SelectTech 552 Review

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2011 Nautica South Beach Triathlon Recap

Nautica South Beach Triathlon Recap

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