If you are headed to Ironman 70.3 Syracuse, we have some suggestions for things to do and places to eat. Syracuse is in the heart of New York State. It’s a friendly university town that offers a variety of activities during the beautiful summer months. For all you spectators, please review the Ironman Spectator’s Guide and check their website for any updates. THINGS TO DO Erie Canal…
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People often think we are crazy because we have moved so many times and travel so much. I say we are smart, giving our children the opportunity to meet so many people, being more grounded and the ability appreciate the greater world. It has taught them to be patient and go with the flow. Today the twins set out of a trip of a life…
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Who’s headed for Rev3 Wisconsin or vacationing in the Dells? I grew up in Illinois and we used to vacation in the Wisconsin Dells, but it’s been years since I’ve been there. Regardless, I have very fond memories. Did you know that the Dells is known as the Water Park Capital of the World? So, guess what that means – you have a lot of things…
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I can go on and on about Mont Tremblant, as I have been going with my family most of my life and still love the area. It is a great family venue, but if you’re making it a trip for just the two of you, we have some great secrets, too. In carrying on the tradition, David and I have taken our children to Mont…
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Update: This post is current as of 6/25/17. My husband actually did Ironman Austria in Klagenfurt a few years back, so I’m going to share a few tips about travel, dining, and the race site. First, I just have to say that this is one of the most beautiful race venues you will find. The swim is on Lake Worthersee, a glass-clear resort lake, which…
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My dogs love chicken jerky strips. But, with recent incidents of illness and death from those made in China and only recently finding more brands and less expensive ones made in the USA, I checked into making these strips on my own. There truly is no need to purchase them, as they are quite easy to make at home, less expensive, and you can assure the…
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Ironman Mont Tremblant is one of our favorite race sites. Granted, my family has been going there for over 35 years and we have watched the mountain and village grow over this time. We used to have to drive a long way to eat, but now the choices are endless and there are great places to eat. First, let me explain the areas as I…
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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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Enjoy this article on how to size a child’s bike helmet by our fellow TravelingMom, Amy Barseghian. As it’s very timely for us, we asked to repost it for all our readers. With summer here, bike safety for ALL needs to be a top priority…. THE TRIWIVES In light of Dana’s husband’s recent bike accident, the topic of bike safety is top of mind. Thankfully…
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Updated 2018 Ironman 70.3 Boulder takes place completely at the Boulder Reservoir including Ironman Village. It’s about 15 minutes from downtown Boulder. With the shuttles back and forth, you should be able to come and go. We will actually be there this year so will do updates if needed. So looking forward to checking out Boulder! Ironman 70.3 Boulder Spectator Tips At registration, each athlete…
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Now that you’re in Lawrence, Kansas for Ironman 70.3 Kansas, as a spectator, you may be wondering where are the best veiwing/cheering spots. Well, wonder no more. We have you covered. Jodi is in town cheering on her daughter, Lindsay, so has scoped it all out. Plus, she’s been here a couple of times before, so she knows the territory. Be sure to follow us…
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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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