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Sport of Spectating Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga

Updated 2018. My husband did Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga, so I’m quite familiar with the course. It makes it easy for me to offer tips for the sport of spectating Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga. I have to say from a supporter’s point of view, it wasn’t the easiest race to spectate or to see your racer multiple times. For our race, they wouldn’t let people get close to…

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WHEN THE TRIATHLON RACE DAY DOESN’T GO AS PLANNED

If you’ve been a trisupporter of a triathlete for any length of time, you’ve probably experienced this scenario at least once on race day: You’ve been good and planned ahead with your triathlete what time they expect to complete the bike segment. You’ve agreed on where you’re going to be along the spectating route and you’re there 20 minutes ahead of when they’re expected to…

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MUST HAVE ITEMS FOR THE WELL-PREPARED TRIATHLON SPECTATOR

  It’s that time of the year again! TRI SEASON!!! You’ve probably already been out there spectating, but if not, will probably have the opportunity very soon. We’ve already got 4 races under our belts! So, we thought we’d put together some must have items for the well-prepared triathlon spectator on race day, both going solo and with kids. It can be a difficult day…

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WHAT’S IN YOUR SPECTATOR BACKPACK?

This post will be short and sweet.  On the plane coming to Ironman Arizona, I read a feature in Bazaar magazine called, “What’s In Our Clutches?”  My mind immediately changed clutches to backpacks and hence, the making of a new post was born.  We’ve written an article telling you what you SHOULD have in your backpack, but I wanted to know what was REALLY in…

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WHY TRISUPPORTERS ROCK – ENCORE

I absolutely loved doing the first Why Trisupporters Rock pictorial and I think you guys enjoyed it, too. I’ve come to realize that this spectating the spectators gig has made me appreciate you all even more.  I was recently at a local triathlon, the Westchester Tri, and found more awesome pictures of why  trisupporters rock…Being in Kona this week and thinking about what all the…

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IRONMAN 70.3 WC – THE SPORT OF SPECTATING – UPDATE

Hi everyone.  I’ve been scoping out the course for Ironman 70.3 WC and speaking to people in the know, so have some updates.  I will be attending a luncheon where I will get ALL the latest scoop, so please check back this afternoon for the latest and greatest.  Raining here as I write this – BOO – poured last night during the banquet (check Facebook…

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GOLDEN RULES FOR TRIATHLON SPECTATORS

We trisupporters have certain etiquette and rules that we need to live by when we spectate.  It’s not an easy day for the triathlete or the spectator, so it helps to follow a set of Golden Rules for Triathlon Spectators.  We thought we’d fill you in on ours…. Keep calm.  There will be times when you are waiting and waiting for your triathlete to come…

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THE SPORT OF SPECTATING – IRONMAN 70.3 OCEANSIDE

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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THE SPORT OF SPECTATING – IRONMAN FLORIDA

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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