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10 SUMMER PARTY MUST HAVES FOR IMPROMPTU ENTERTAINING

I can’t believe summer is FINALLY here.  I have been waiting so long for this moment.  With the advent of summer, comes backyard barbeques, beach picnics, and impromptu entertaining.  Summer just seems to mandate nothing fancy and elaborate.  The same holds true for triathlete get-togethers. After a long ride or run with friends, no one really wants to fix anything complicated.  It’s time to relax,…

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LIFE WITH A TRIATHLETE – QUOTES OF THE MONTH MAY

We have found over the years that living with a triathlete provides many unforgettable and often unbelievable statements that give pause. Some of what comes out of their mouths just has to be shared.  But, we’ve also found it’s not just the triathlete that utters these comments; we’re often just as guilty as is the rest of the family.  So, we decided in the spirit…

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THE PERFECT SPECTATOR’S RACE DAY OUTFIT

Since we’ve dressed as spectators for so many triathlons over the years and under almost every weather condition you can imagine, we decided to put together for you, the perfect spectator’s outfit. It has to not only be functional and work from early morning, when it’s often cool, to mid-afternoon’s high heat, but hey, should also look good, too. 1. Sunglasses – Make them big…

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10 TIPS FOR TRIATHLETES WHO TRAVEL FOR BUSINESS

We all have husband/triathletes who travel for business, yet still have to train during these trips.  If it’s off season, it’s not too difficult to plan for, but if it’s in season and close to a race, more thought needs to go into what’s available at the location and what to pack, especially if it’s more than just an overnight trip.  Tri gear can take…

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Triathlon Spectator’s Guide – 5 Must Read Posts

UPDATE 8/8/14: Since we wrote this article, there are two more Must Reads we have to include: Taking Creative Action Photos That Wow Golden Rules for Triathlon Spectators As we’re coming into full race season, we wanted to share with you some of the most relevant pieces we have written that could help make your life so much easier come race day. We’ve only been…

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Austin and Jack & Adam’s Bicycles – Triathlon Travel Destinations

Austin is not just a travel destination, but it is also a top triathlon travel destination and no one knows that better than the folks at Jack & Adams Bicycles, owned by Jack Murray & Stacy Keese.  Seven years ago when my husband decided to get into this crazy sport, he asked around, looked on line, and was determined to find “the best” triathlon store in…

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IRONMAN 70.3 RALEIGH – FOOD, FUN & SPECTATING

Update: This post is current as of 2018. We have a few favorite things to do and places to eat if you’re headed for Ironman 70.3 Raleigh, North Carolina. Raleigh, called the City of Oaks for a reason, is a very cool destination. In fact, we are headed there this year for the race. The city is full of restaurants to write home about, high…

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10 TIPS FOR RACE WEEKEND AT THE HOTEL

Race weekends at a hotel with a family require a bit of finesse and advance planning.  With all the extra gear and the need to lay it all out for transition bags, space is a huge consideration.  And then there’s dirty, sweaty clothes…..With Dana actually living in a hotel for a few weeks before the big move and race season upon us, the topic seemed…

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