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Update 2017: Don’t miss the Jump Up Carbo Feast on Friday night in downtown Christiansted from 6 – 9pm. Athletes get a ticket with registration, but families can purchase. Many restaurants in town participate and there’s a great party in the streets. I could find only one mention of the Awards Banquet on the Ironman site, but I’m assuming it’s being held. I hope so,…
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With race season upon us, it seemed like the perfect time to address a topic that comes up frequently – bringing your dog to a triathlon or any public event for that matter. While it sounds like a really good idea to bring Fido along with you, I wonder if it is always in everyone’s best interest. Now, don’t get me wrong – I’m the…
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Update 2017: This post has been updated to the current schedule provided by Ironman. There isn’t a Spectator’s Guide for this race. It’s Ironman 70.3 Texas Galveston time!!! If you’re not from Texas, I’m sure you’re SO ready for some fun in the sun. Hopefully, you have read our Food & Fun Things To Do and Places To Eat, so you know what to do…
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UPDATE: This article has been updated to reflect the 2017 schedule. It’s Ironman 70.3 California Oceanside time!!! If you’re not from California, I’m sure you’re SO ready for some fun in the sun. I know I am. Hopefully, you have read our Food & Fun Places to Eat and Things to Do, so you know what to do and where to eat while you’re in…
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Calling all Spectators! Your athlete may be ramping up their training sessions as the off-season ends, so now is the perfect time for you to think about getting in race day shape yourself. Don’t be fooled into thinking spectating is easy and not a sport. You’ll need to be as equally prepared for whatever challenges race days throw at you as your triathlete, so it’s…
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This post is current for 2017. Ironman Arizona is a great spectator race, made much easier if you are staying downtown. With a fast course, spectator-friendly venue, and warm weather in November, it is one of the most popular races on the Ironman circuit. The race is compact, so there are multiple athlete viewing opportunities. The start and finish take place in Tempe Beach Park….
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We can’t believe the Ironman Florida race is over. We were a bit concerned if the weather would cooperate after experiencing high winds and high surf – that closed the beach – on Friday. But, all was well on Saturday morning and as you can see in the picture above, there was plenty of blue sky. The TriWives had one of their husbands racing, but…
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MARATHON SPECTATOR TIPS I don’t want our readers to think that we are for triathlete spectators only. In fact, we came across a great article filled with marathon spectator tips by Amanda Zaleski, an exercise physiologist in my home state of Connecticut. With the NYC marathon coming up, we decided to post the article, 26.2 Tips for Marathon Spectators, for your enjoyment and practical use. Thanks Amanda….
Continue readingUpdate: This post is current as of 10/31/17. We have been to Ironman Florida on several occasions. Panama City Beach has great white sand beaches, which you’ll get to take full advantage of during the swim segment and sun & warmth for all of you already in the cold. If you are staying by the Boardwalk Beach Resort, which is the host hotel and where the…
Continue readingMike Thompson is back with us to offer words of wisdom for spectators on race day. Although the season may be winding down or even over for some of you, many still have races coming up or you can always save for next year. We’ll take anything to make our lives easier, right? These are great, actually useful tips and done with a sense…
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This post is updated as of 10/27/16. We’re back with Part 2 of The Sport of Spectating, Ironman 70.3 Austin. Hopefully, you’ve already read and printed Part 1!!. The one-loop swim takes place at Decker Lake, a freshwater lake located at Walter E. Long Park. Then, your triathlete is off on the one-loop bike course. If you have children or others that need to take…
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This post has been updated as of 10/27/16. It’s Ironman 70.3 Austin time! Get ready for some fun, Texas style. Hopefully, you have read our Food and Fun Part 1 and Part 2 series, so you are all set for your visit with things to do and places to eat and can just relax and enjoy. If not, do it now…… If you are racing…
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