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May 23, 2003
"Don't be afraid to take a big step if one is indicated. You can't cross a chasm in two small steps." David Lloyd George
"Don't be afraid to take a big step if one is indicated. You can't cross a chasm in two small steps." David Lloyd George
Well the multisport racing season is in full swing with lots of triathlons, duathlons, bike races and running races going on everywhere all the time. To top it off, there's lots on the tube to keep weekend race warriors motivated from triathlon telecasts to daily racing shows on famous events like the cycling Tour of Italy! If you ain't motivated now, you can't be motivated. I don't have the cable station that telecasts the Giro d'Italia, but I was out of town and got to see a couple of reports and what a sight it was. Maybe I'll break down subscribe to the station by the time the Tour de France begins when Americans whip the French again! (By the way I'm not ashamed of my French heritage; I just appreciate more why my ancestors left the land after reading my World War II history and watch the Middle Eastern history unfold.)
While my individual running is disappointing, I must say that I'm looking forward to the local mid-week two milers starting up on June 4 in the capital city. I know other areas have these mid-week runs and these are great avenues to keep your speed work honest during the hot summer days.
Swimming pools are busy everywhere I travel across Louisiana. No doubt the worst one is at Louisiana Tech where the old people and water walkers keep the temperature in that tremendous facility at a toasty 80 degrees (perhaps I exaggerate, but suffice it to say that the temperature is dangerously hot for distance swimmers).
It was great watching and helping at the Anthony Nolan Stage race last weekend. There were some gifted athletes racing in the capital city, but most impressive to me was masters racer Eddie Corchoran of Kenner. He was among the top masters finishers in the three-stage event after having done the half IronMan Gulf Coast Triathlon in Florida the weekend before. What a multisporter!
Races this coming weekend:
Baton Rouge
May 24, 2003 (Saturday) Army National Guard 5km,
Baton Rouge, Galvez Plaza near the Old State Capitol
May 25, Sunday, Mudbug Mayhem Off Road Bike Race, Hooper Road, 8 a.m.
New Orleans
Greek Festival Race 5km, Friday, May 23, 2003, 7 p.m.
Slidell
Calebasse Orphanage Fun Run 5km
Saturday, May 24, 8 a.m., Fritchie Park,
For information contact: 985/893-3684
Mandeville
Abitaman Triathlon 600m Swim - 20km Bike - 5km Run
Sunday, May 25, 7 a.m.
Fontainebleau State Park
For information contact: 504/454-6561
Baton Rouge
May 24, 2003 (Saturday) Army National Guard 5km,
Baton Rouge, Galvez Plaza near the Old State Capitol
May 25, Sunday, Mudbug Mayhem Off Road Bike Race, Hooper Road, 8 a.m.
New Orleans
Greek Festival Race 5km, Friday, May 23, 2003, 7 p.m.
Slidell
Calebasse Orphanage Fun Run 5km
Saturday, May 24, 8 a.m., Fritchie Park,
For information contact: 985/893-3684
Mandeville
Abitaman Triathlon 600m Swim - 20km Bike - 5km Run
Sunday, May 25, 7 a.m.
Fontainebleau State Park
For information contact: 504/454-6561
Diane Tarver of Sulphur put together a really neat slide show on the Louisiana Triathlon at New Roads. Check out the photoshow at: http://www.tri-specialties.com
Mark LaFoso put together some nice photos of last weekend's Anthony Nolan Stage Race in Baton Rouge.
Category 1,2,3:
<http://members.cox.net/publiclofaso/Nolan%20Cat%20123%20Sprint%20Finish.wmv>
Category 4:
<http://members.cox.net/publiclofaso/Nolan%20Cat%204%20Sprint%20Finish.wmv>
Category 1,2,3:
<http://members.cox.net/publiclofaso/Nolan%20Cat%20123%20Sprint%20Finish.wmv>
Category 4:
<http://members.cox.net/publiclofaso/Nolan%20Cat%204%20Sprint%20Finish.wmv>
Don't forget the Abitaman #2 Triathlon in St. Tammany Parish on Sunday, May 25, 2003 at 7 a.m.
600m swim 20k bike 5k run
Fontainebleau State Park
www.abitaman.com
600m swim 20k bike 5k run
Fontainebleau State Park
www.abitaman.com
Baton Rouge Mudbug Mayhem Off Road Bike Race Set
From Darius Sampey
Hey all you mountain bike racers out there. It’s time for last race of the Spring Mudbug Mayhem mountain bike race series. This month's race will be held at the very challenging Hooper Road Park trails in Baton Rouge. Hooper Road park has some very tough and technical sections. The "goat trail" has several step up climbs and "collar bone alley" will give you something to think about. So sharpen up your skills, bring a buddy and come out race this weekend, Sunday May 25th. Registration opens at 8a.m. and ends at 9:30 a.m. Pre-race meeting at 9:50. Racing start at 10am. For more information go to www.bramba.org
From Darius Sampey
Hey all you mountain bike racers out there. It’s time for last race of the Spring Mudbug Mayhem mountain bike race series. This month's race will be held at the very challenging Hooper Road Park trails in Baton Rouge. Hooper Road park has some very tough and technical sections. The "goat trail" has several step up climbs and "collar bone alley" will give you something to think about. So sharpen up your skills, bring a buddy and come out race this weekend, Sunday May 25th. Registration opens at 8a.m. and ends at 9:30 a.m. Pre-race meeting at 9:50. Racing start at 10am. For more information go to www.bramba.org
Mississippi Gran Prix Bike Races On for Weekend
From Aaron Tiffee, Natchez Bicycle Center, 601/446-7794
Just another quick reminder about the Mississippi Gran Prix this weekend.
The Comfort Inn in Brookhaven (800/228-5150) has blocked out a section of
rooms at $54 just mention that you are with the race, and don't forget
about the free food at the Casino in Natchez on Saturday night. All info is
on the web with maps of each race and directions to the registration site.
www.natchezbicyclecenter.com/granprix or give us a call at 601/446-7794.
From Aaron Tiffee, Natchez Bicycle Center, 601/446-7794
Just another quick reminder about the Mississippi Gran Prix this weekend.
The Comfort Inn in Brookhaven (800/228-5150) has blocked out a section of
rooms at $54 just mention that you are with the race, and don't forget
about the free food at the Casino in Natchez on Saturday night. All info is
on the web with maps of each race and directions to the registration site.
www.natchezbicyclecenter.com/granprix or give us a call at 601/446-7794.
Bicycle Safety Instructor Course Offered in Baton Rouge June 27-29
From: Debbie Spica <DSpica@...>
BREC and DOTD will be offering a unique opportunity for cycling enthusiasts
to become a League of American Bicyclists bicycle safety instructor.
From: Debbie Spica <DSpica@...>
BREC and DOTD will be offering a unique opportunity for cycling enthusiasts
to become a League of American Bicyclists bicycle safety instructor.
Central Progressive Bank Tour de Louisiane Set
From Randall Legeai
June 21-22, 2003 is set for the annual Tour de Louisiane set in the Florida
Parishes.
From Randall Legeai
June 21-22, 2003 is set for the annual Tour de Louisiane set in the Florida
Parishes.
Online registration is now open for this year's Tour de Louisiane stage
race and the September CajunMan Triathlon in Lafayette.
Event Announcement: http://www.gnofn.org/nobc/tdlinfo.htm
Online Registration:
http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1066242
<http://www.gnofn.org/nobc/rjlhome.htm>
race and the September CajunMan Triathlon in Lafayette.
Event Announcement: http://www.gnofn.org/nobc/tdlinfo.htm
Online Registration:
http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1066242
<http://www.gnofn.org/nobc/rjlhome.htm>
The CajunMan Triathlon fills up fast, so those thinking about doing the race better decide sooner than later.
Results from last weekend's Anthony Nolan Stage Race have been added to the
NOBC website at http://www.gnofn.org/nobc/2003/ansr03_res.htm
NOBC website at http://www.gnofn.org/nobc/2003/ansr03_res.htm
For Sale
From Kari Jean Bacarisse
Ladies Trek 2000 for sale. 2001 year model. 16-inch electric blue frame with aero bars. Look clip less pedals and computer. Paid $1,000. Will sell l for $500 or will consider best offer. Call Kari at 337/474-4272 or 337/527-2883.
Jim Mitchell Agency
From Kari Jean Bacarisse
Ladies Trek 2000 for sale. 2001 year model. 16-inch electric blue frame with aero bars. Look clip less pedals and computer. Paid $1,000. Will sell l for $500 or will consider best offer. Call Kari at 337/474-4272 or 337/527-2883.
Jim Mitchell Agency
For Sale
From Brian Loflin
I am posting this for a friend of mine.
From Brian Loflin
I am posting this for a friend of mine.
2000 Specialized M4 Team Issue Frame and Fork, 56 cm, threadless 1 inch matching
fork. It also comes with a seatpost fairing. Asking price is $450 or obo.
For details, email kush25@...
fork. It also comes with a seatpost fairing. Asking price is $450 or obo.
For details, email kush25@...
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That's it from here. Bless God America.
Kenny Dunaway
225/296-7490
225/296-7490
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