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TRIWIVESCLUB TRIATHLETE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE – DAY 3

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November 21, 2013
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Day 1, Day 2, and here we are with Day 3. We continue with our triathlete gift suggestions. Hope you find something you like….. TRIATHLETE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 1. Is your house overflowing with triathlete gear and clothes? Do you sometimes wonder where you will put one more race t-shirt? Well, time to say enough to materialism and stop the buying madness!! We’re sure your…

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THE SPORT OF SPECTATING – IRONMAN ARIZONA

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November 13, 2013
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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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So Many Great Places to Eat in Phoenix

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November 8, 2013
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Hopefully, you read our Tempe Arizona Things To Do so you have tons of fun things lined up to keep you occupied while you’re in town.  Now, we’re here to give you a few options for dining so you won’t go hungry.  We’ve listed restaurants both in Tempe and the surrounding area, in case you decide to venture out – we’re assuming you probably have a…

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Favorite Ways to Have Some Fun in Arizona

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November 7, 2013
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Tempe, Arizona should be great this time of year, with temperatures finally cooling down.  If you’ve never been, there are so many things to do and see in Arizona, you will never get bored.  You can stay local or venture out to Tucson, Sedona, Flagstaff, or the Grand Canyon (check for weather and passability this time of year).  But, you really do need a car…

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IRONMAN FLORIDA – “WALKING A MARATHON SUCKS” – FINAL UPDATE

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November 4, 2013
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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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THE SPORT OF SPECTATING – IRONMAN FLORIDA

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October 30, 2013
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Update: 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…

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AN IRONMAN IN ALL HIS GLORY

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October 26, 2013
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This photo was recently taken of our friend doing weekend chores.  The whole picture just struck me as hilarious (and so fitting if you knew our friend).  We’d love to know what you’re thinking when you see this……. Sherry WernickeSherry is one of the TriWivesClub and LifeDoneWell co-founders and contributes to multiple blogs. She is a former co-owner of the California Apparel News and had…

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THANK YOU AUSTIN – DANA’S STORY

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October 26, 2013
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My story, well really, a great one in my book.  One I have worked really hard for. It starts many, many years ago, but for tri purposes, this life started in 2007 and wow, I am so happy it did.  Back in 2007, our family relocated from the west coast of Florida to Austin, TX.  My trihubby, David, arrived in Austin nine months before the…

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THE SPORT OF SPECTATING – IRONMAN 70.3 AUSTIN, PART 2

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October 24, 2013
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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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IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP KONA – TIP #4 RACE NIGHT

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October 9, 2013
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Well, your triathlete has crossed the finish line at the Ironman World Championship and has heard, “YOU ARE AN IRONMAN.”  So, now what? He/she will be ushered away from the finish line by volunteers and all the normal tasks will be preformed; timing chip removed, water and cold towel given out, finisher’s picture taken, finisher’s swag doled out, and then an escort to the athlete…

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Dave Orlowski – Original Ironman Talks Racing & Spectating

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October 7, 2013
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The TriWives had the distinct pleasure to chat with Dave Orlowski, one of the original 1978 Ironman, who finished 3rd by the way.  Over the years, Dave has taken on the role of both racer and spectator, so he was able to offer a unique perspective for this interview.  Dave actually did not do another Ironman until 2008 for the 30th anniversary in Kona.  Since…

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