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#494 From: Rich Friedeman <rich.friedeman@...>
Date: Fri Jul 11, 2008 9:03 pm
Subject: Turtleman Volunteers Needed
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Hi,
Turtleman, one the the great local races, is looking for volunteers.  This is a very well run event, and the folks who put it on are great to work with.  If you're not racing it, please consider working it.  All of the volunteer info is below.
 
Rich
 
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25th Anniversary
Turtleman Triathlon
Saturday, August 9th
 
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
 
We are looking for volunteers in the following areas:
•    Packet pick-up or Pre-Race Set-up (Friday, August 8th)
•    Body Marking/Race Day Chip Pick-up
•    Run Course Water Stations
•    Entrance/Exit of the swim
•    Finish Line
•    Post-Race Clean-up
•    Bike Course Marshals
•    Run Course Marshals
 
All volunteers will receive a great event t-shirt.  Friday's volunteers will receive pizza, and Saturday volunteers will have early morning Caribou coffee and treats at the park.
 
If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering for this event, please contact:
turtlemanvolunteer@... or 651-483-8678
or check out our website:
www.turtleman.org

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#490 From: Dan Hauck <danhauckhawk@...>
Date: Thu Jun 19, 2008 1:33 pm
Subject: Re: Muscle Cramps
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Swimming will tighten the calfs so be sure to stretch
them after each swim workout.  I had problems with
tight calfs affecting my running and this really
helped.  You might also try stretching them after
warming up on the bike first.

Dan
--- adam <adampettipiece19@...> wrote:

> Hey Everyone -
>
> I've been having some problem with my calves lately
> and not sure what
> to do.  I drink plenty of water during the day and
> still get cramps.
> I usually get them when I'm on the bike.
>
> Any suggestions?
>
> Thanks for your help!
>
> adam
>
>

#489 From: Noelle Andrychowicz <noeyicu@...>
Date: Thu Jun 19, 2008 1:31 pm
Subject: Re: Muscle Cramps
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I would try using some electrolytes-a drink, pills, or salt tablets-they are sold at most running stores, Gear West, or even REI.

Noelle



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From: adam <adampettipiece19@...>
Subject: [tctri] Muscle Cramps
To: tctri@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thursday, June 19, 2008, 7:58 AM

Hey Everyone -

I've been having some problem with my calves lately and not sure what
to do. I drink plenty of water during the day and still get cramps.
I usually get them when I'm on the bike.

Any suggestions?

Thanks for your help!

adam



#488 From: Rich Van Sickle <richvans@...>
Date: Thu Jun 19, 2008 1:27 pm
Subject: Re: Muscle Cramps
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You could try Endurolytes


-----Original Message-----
From: adam <adampettipiece19@...>
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Sent: Thu, 19 Jun 2008 7:58 am
Subject: [tctri] Muscle Cramps

Hey Everyone -

I've been having some problem with my calves lately and not sure what
to do. I drink plenty of water during the day and still get cramps.
I usually get them when I'm on the bike.

Any suggestions?

Thanks for your help!

adam


#487 From: "adam" <adampettipiece19@...>
Date: Thu Jun 19, 2008 12:58 pm
Subject: Muscle Cramps
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Hey Everyone -

I've been having some problem with my calves lately and not sure what
to do.  I drink plenty of water during the day and still get cramps.
I usually get them when I'm on the bike.

Any suggestions?

Thanks for your help!

adam

#486 From: "robtjac" <robtjac@...>
Date: Wed Jun 18, 2008 9:20 pm
Subject: swim at lac lavon tonight?
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is there a swim scheduled for 5 PM?

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#483 From: Rich Friedeman <rich.friedeman@...>
Date: Sun Apr 20, 2008 3:05 am
Subject: Race Day Checklist
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Hello,
In getting notes and materials together for tomorrow's camp, I had to put together a simple gear checklist for race-day.  This is largely based on a list  from another member, Mark Birchard, with changes to make it a little more general and shrink down so I could print them two to a page.  It should make your night before and race mornings a little less hectic.  You can find them in Excel and PDF format at:
 
 
Rich

#482 From: Natalie Aldrich <aldrichnk@...>
Date: Fri Apr 18, 2008 3:25 am
Subject: Re: Camp Logistics
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Nina -

I was having a hard time finding a wetsuit to fit last year, and ended up going to Gear West at the end of the season. I was checking out used ones and they mentioned that they had a box in storage of new mens XS and S. I ended up purchasing one (QR) brand new for $100. I am about the same size -- 5'7" and 135; it would definitely work for someone a little shorter. Anyways, moral of the story, contact Gear West and ask about the stowed away wetsuits!! Best of luck.

Nina Johnson <woodworkinmama@...> wrote:
Hi all,
 
I am brand new to this sport and will be doing the Buffalo Tri on June 1st. As the lake will be mighty chilly, I am in the market for a wetsuit. I am female, 5'5'' and 135-140 lbs and I'd be happiest to rent, buy used, or borrow (though I will buy new if necessary!). Does anyone have a wetsuit available or know where I might get one?
 
Thanks!
 
Nina
----- Original Message ----
From: Rich Friedeman <rich.friedeman@gmail.com>
To: tctri@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2008 2:58:20 PM
Subject: [tctri] Camp Logistics

Hi,
With camp just a few days away, there are some details attendees will need to know.  Some if this is repetitive, but, to be safe...

The camp is Sunday, April 20, from 8:30am to 4pm.  We'll begin at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, moving afterwords to Blaine City Hall.  Maps are available at www.tctri.com

We plan to be in the water as close to 8:30 as possible, so try to arrive a few minutes early. 

The community center provides a fantastic pool and lifeguards.  It does not provide towels, so please bring one.  Also, if you want to lock up your street clothes, you'll need a quarter for the locker.

We'll be providing drinks, but not food.  We plan to work through lunch -- not work too hard, but we won't be taking a break that would allow restaurant runs.  Please plan on bringing your lunch.

We're going to cover a lot of material -- more than any normal person can reasonably remember at the end of the day.  If you want to take notes, please make sure you have supplies.

It should be a great event.  If you have any questions, let me know, either via email, or you can call me at 763-360-7434.  Hope to see you there Sunday.

Rich



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#481 From: Noelle Andrychowicz <noeyicu@...>
Date: Thu Apr 17, 2008 9:49 pm
Subject: Re: Camp Logistics
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USA Triathlon has a wetsuit rental program for it's
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--- Nina Johnson <woodworkinmama@...> wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> I am brand new to this sport and will be doing the
> Buffalo Tri on June 1st. As the lake will be mighty
> chilly, I am in the market for a wetsuit. I am
> female, 5'5'' and 135-140 lbs and I'd be happiest to
> rent, buy used, or borrow (though I will buy new if
> necessary!). Does anyone have a wetsuit available or
> know where I might get one?
>
> Thanks!
>
> Nina
>
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: Rich Friedeman <rich.friedeman@...>
> To: tctri@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2008 2:58:20 PM
> Subject: [tctri] Camp Logistics
>
> Hi,
> With camp just a few days away, there are some
> details attendees will need to know.  Some if this
> is repetitive, but, to be safe...
>
> The camp is Sunday, April 20, from 8:30am to 4pm.
> We'll begin at the Brooklyn Center Community Center,
> moving afterwords to Blaine City Hall.  Maps are
> available at www.tctri.com
>
> We plan to be in the water as close to 8:30 as
> possible, so try to arrive a few minutes early.
>
> The community center provides a fantastic pool and
> lifeguards.  It does not provide towels, so please
> bring one.  Also, if you want to lock up your street
> clothes, you'll need a quarter for the locker.
>
> We'll be providing drinks, but not food.  We plan to
> work through lunch -- not work too hard, but we
> won't be taking a break that would allow restaurant
> runs.  Please plan on bringing your lunch.
>
> We're going to cover a lot of material -- more than
> any normal person can reasonably remember at the end
> of the day.  If you want to take notes, please make
> sure you have supplies.
>
> It should be a great event.  If you have any
> questions, let me know, either via email, or you can
> call me at 763-360-7434.  Hope to see you there
> Sunday.
>
> Rich
>
>
>
>
>
>
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#480 From: Nina Johnson <woodworkinmama@...>
Date: Thu Apr 17, 2008 8:30 pm
Subject: Re: Camp Logistics
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Hi all,
 
I am brand new to this sport and will be doing the Buffalo Tri on June 1st. As the lake will be mighty chilly, I am in the market for a wetsuit. I am female, 5'5'' and 135-140 lbs and I'd be happiest to rent, buy used, or borrow (though I will buy new if necessary!). Does anyone have a wetsuit available or know where I might get one?
 
Thanks!
 
Nina
----- Original Message ----
From: Rich Friedeman <rich.friedeman@...>
To: tctri@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2008 2:58:20 PM
Subject: [tctri] Camp Logistics

Hi,
With camp just a few days away, there are some details attendees will need to know.  Some if this is repetitive, but, to be safe...

The camp is Sunday, April 20, from 8:30am to 4pm.  We'll begin at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, moving afterwords to Blaine City Hall.  Maps are available at www.tctri.com

We plan to be in the water as close to 8:30 as possible, so try to arrive a few minutes early. 

The community center provides a fantastic pool and lifeguards.  It does not provide towels, so please bring one.  Also, if you want to lock up your street clothes, you'll need a quarter for the locker.

We'll be providing drinks, but not food.  We plan to work through lunch -- not work too hard, but we won't be taking a break that would allow restaurant runs.  Please plan on bringing your lunch.

We're going to cover a lot of material -- more than any normal person can reasonably remember at the end of the day.  If you want to take notes, please make sure you have supplies.

It should be a great event.  If you have any questions, let me know, either via email, or you can call me at 763-360-7434.  Hope to see you there Sunday.

Rich




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#479 From: "Kris Mielke" <krismielke@...>
Date: Thu Apr 17, 2008 8:12 pm
Subject: Re: Shin splints and ankle pain....and two weeks to a half marathon!
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Shoes are only a couple months old.  Same brand I had run in last year but I did get different inserts.
 
I take extra calcium tablets but truthfully don't always remember to take them everyday Smile emoticon

 

 

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Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2008 3:09 PM
Subject: RE: [tctri] Shin splints and ankle pain....and two weeks to a half marathon!

Are you shoes the right fit and not too old?
 
Are you getting enough calcium?
 
 


From: tctri@yahoogroups.com [mailto:tctri@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of krismielke0164
Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2008 1:47 PM
To: tctri@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [tctri] Shin splints and ankle pain....and two weeks to a half marathon!

Yikes ok I'm calling in all angles to get opinions on what I should
do. The past two weeks I have barely been running at all because my
shin splints have been really bad! And I think that is what is making
my ankles sore while running too. I've been icing and stretching after
I try to run but I haven't gotten in more than 4 miles or so in one
run. I have a 1/2 marathon on may 4th and I want to be able to do my
best but I'm stressing out since I can't get in my miles.

For reference, I'm also Tri training with TNT so I'm strength training
2x per week, swimming 3x per week and biking 3x per week with two of
those being harder spin class type workouts and one longer ride. I
always run with the team on Saturday even if I have to be a total
snail. I have one scheduled complete rest day a week and
Monday/Fridays are swim only lately because I can't run.

Help! Suggestions please :)


#478 From: "Brad Huckle" <bhuckle@...>
Date: Thu Apr 17, 2008 8:09 pm
Subject: RE: Shin splints and ankle pain....and two weeks to a half marathon!
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Are you shoes the right fit and not too old?
 
Are you getting enough calcium?
 
 


From: tctri@yahoogroups.com [mailto:tctri@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of krismielke0164
Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2008 1:47 PM
To: tctri@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [tctri] Shin splints and ankle pain....and two weeks to a half marathon!

Yikes ok I'm calling in all angles to get opinions on what I should
do. The past two weeks I have barely been running at all because my
shin splints have been really bad! And I think that is what is making
my ankles sore while running too. I've been icing and stretching after
I try to run but I haven't gotten in more than 4 miles or so in one
run. I have a 1/2 marathon on may 4th and I want to be able to do my
best but I'm stressing out since I can't get in my miles.

For reference, I'm also Tri training with TNT so I'm strength training
2x per week, swimming 3x per week and biking 3x per week with two of
those being harder spin class type workouts and one longer ride. I
always run with the team on Saturday even if I have to be a total
snail. I have one scheduled complete rest day a week and
Monday/Fridays are swim only lately because I can't run.

Help! Suggestions please :)


#477 From: "Rich Friedeman" <rich.friedeman@...>
Date: Thu Apr 17, 2008 7:58 pm
Subject: Camp Logistics
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Hi,
With camp just a few days away, there are some details attendees will need to know.  Some if this is repetitive, but, to be safe...

The camp is Sunday, April 20, from 8:30am to 4pm.  We'll begin at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, moving afterwords to Blaine City Hall.  Maps are available at www.tctri.com

We plan to be in the water as close to 8:30 as possible, so try to arrive a few minutes early. 

The community center provides a fantastic pool and lifeguards.  It does not provide towels, so please bring one.  Also, if you want to lock up your street clothes, you'll need a quarter for the locker.

We'll be providing drinks, but not food.  We plan to work through lunch -- not work too hard, but we won't be taking a break that would allow restaurant runs.  Please plan on bringing your lunch.

We're going to cover a lot of material -- more than any normal person can reasonably remember at the end of the day.  If you want to take notes, please make sure you have supplies.

It should be a great event.  If you have any questions, let me know, either via email, or you can call me at 763-360-7434.  Hope to see you there Sunday.

Rich

#476 From: "krismielke0164" <krismielke@...>
Date: Thu Apr 17, 2008 6:47 pm
Subject: Shin splints and ankle pain....and two weeks to a half marathon!
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Yikes ok I'm calling in all angles to get opinions on what I should
do.  The past two weeks I have barely been running at all because my
shin splints have been really bad!  And I think that is what is making
my ankles sore while running too.  I've been icing and stretching after
I try to run but I haven't gotten in more than 4 miles or so in one
run.   I have a 1/2 marathon on may 4th and I want to be able to do my
best but I'm stressing out since I can't get in my miles.

For reference, I'm also Tri training with TNT so I'm strength training
2x per week, swimming 3x per week and biking 3x per week with two of
those being harder spin class type workouts and one longer ride.  I
always run with the team on Saturday even if I have to be a total
snail.  I have one scheduled complete rest day a week and
Monday/Fridays are swim only lately because I can't run.

Help! Suggestions please :)

#475 From: Bruce Martens <bruce56082@...>
Date: Tue Apr 15, 2008 11:58 am
Subject: Re: Spring Camp, Sunday April 20
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Hey, count me in. My name is Bruce Martens

Rich Friedeman <rich.friedeman@...> wrote:
Hello,
This is just a brief reminder that our spring camp is less than a week away. Maps and directions are available at www.tctri.com. Also, I've had a lot of interest and emails, but it's been stretched over several weeks, and sometimes plans change. If you're planning to attend (and you're not one of our instructors), I'd appreciate it if you could drop me a quick reply at rich.friedeman@gmail.com. This is not required, but it will help me get an idea of head-count so we can be properly prepared.

I'll send out another reminder and some logistical details later this week.

Hope to see you there.

Rich

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#474 From: Noelle Andrychowicz <noeyicu@...>
Date: Tue Apr 15, 2008 3:19 am
Subject: Re: Spring Camp, Sunday April 20
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Rich,
I plan to be there this weekend.
Noelle Andrychowicz
--- Rich Friedeman <rich.friedeman@...> wrote:

> Hello,
> This is just a brief reminder that our spring camp
> is less than a week away.  Maps and directions are
> available at www.tctri.com.  Also, I've had a lot of
> interest and emails, but it's been stretched over
> several weeks, and sometimes plans change.  If
> you're planning to attend (and you're not one of our
> instructors), I'd appreciate it if you could drop me
> a quick reply at rich.friedeman@....  This is
> not required, but it will help me get an idea of
> head-count so we can be properly prepared.
>
> I'll send out another reminder and some logistical
> details later this week.
>
> Hope to see you there.
>
> Rich
>


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#473 From: Rich Friedeman <rich.friedeman@...>
Date: Tue Apr 15, 2008 2:01 am
Subject: Spring Camp, Sunday April 20
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Hello,
This is just a brief reminder that our spring camp is less than a week away. 
Maps and directions are available at www.tctri.com.  Also, I've had a lot of
interest and emails, but it's been stretched over several weeks, and sometimes
plans change.  If you're planning to attend (and you're not one of our
instructors), I'd appreciate it if you could drop me a quick reply at
rich.friedeman@....  This is not required, but it will help me get an idea
of head-count so we can be properly prepared.

I'll send out another reminder and some logistical details later this week.

Hope to see you there.

Rich

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#471 From: "jerry55109" <jerryhouse@...>
Date: Thu Apr 10, 2008 11:45 pm
Subject: Re: Spring Camp -- classroom topics
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Rich....I'd like a brief discussion of Body Glide versus Pam spray. I
have difficulty getting out of my full wetsuit after the swim (long
legs and long sleeves). I use generous Body Glide on wrist and ankle
areas which are the hangup. I don't want to make my suit
nonrepairable (so Q. Roo claims) by using sprays, but some say sprays
make suit removal easier, compared to Body Glide. Jerry House

--- In tctri@yahoogroups.com, Bruce Martens <bruce56082@...> wrote:
>
> I am looking for a quality used tandem. Anyone know anything?
>
> Rich Friedeman <rich.friedeman@...> wrote:          Hello,
> with the camp fast approaching, I wanted to nail down a bit more
about what will be covered in the camp.  As I'm sure you've seen,
triathlon is a huge topic.  We won't be able to cover everything
there is in just a few hours.  If we plan well, though, we can get
through most or all of what you really need.  So, below are a few
topics that generally seem to be worth including, and a a second list
of ones that may or may not be of interest.  Absolutely nothing
(other than the date) is set in stone at this point, so if there's
something you'd like to cover (or something that you know more than
enough about), please speak up.
>
> Popular topics:
> Transitions
> Rules that will bite you if you don't know them (drafting/position,
equipment restrictions, wetsuits, procedures)
> Basic bike maintenance (change a flat, clean a chain, etc.)
> Building/using a training plan
> Training plan specifics & periodization
> Race day logistics & checklists
>
> Other topics that may be interesting:
> Season planning
> Race-day nutrition
> Equipment (and there can be oh-so-much triathlon equipment)
> Training information resources
> Finding events
>
> This is by no means a complete list.  A few other ideas that spring
to mind are multi-year planning (i.e. when am I ready for an
Ironman), mental preparation, race-day etiquette, bike fit, and leg-
shaving 101 (just for the guys, presumably).  The above lists are
simply things that people tend to find valuable.  If you already have
any or all of those topics under control, suggest some others (and
let me know -- we may want you to teach).  If any of them jump out as
something you've really been wondering about, let me know so I can
try to be sure it's included, or so I can arrange for some one-on-
one/small group attention for you.
>
> Ultimately, the camp is most successful if it's highly interactive,
and if that interation starts now.  Let us know what you'd like to
learn so we can put on a great show for you.
>
> Rich
>
>
>
>
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#470 From: Bruce Martens <bruce56082@...>
Date: Mon Mar 31, 2008 2:49 pm
Subject: Re: Spring Camp -- classroom topics
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I am looking for a quality used tandem. Anyone know anything?

Rich Friedeman <rich.friedeman@...> wrote:
Hello,
with the camp fast approaching, I wanted to nail down a bit more about what will be covered in the camp.  As I'm sure you've seen, triathlon is a huge topic.  We won't be able to cover everything there is in just a few hours.  If we plan well, though, we can get through most or all of what you really need.  So, below are a few topics that generally seem to be worth including, and a a second list of ones that may or may not be of interest.  Absolutely nothing (other than the date) is set in stone at this point, so if there's something you'd like to cover (or something that you know more than enough about), please speak up.

Popular topics:
Transitions
Rules that will bite you if you don't know them (drafting/position, equipment restrictions, wetsuits, procedures)
Basic bike maintenance (change a flat, clean a chain, etc.)
Building/using a training plan
Training plan specifics & periodization
Race day logistics & checklists

Other topics that may be interesting:
Season planning
Race-day nutrition
Equipment (and there can be oh-so-much triathlon equipment)
Training information resources
Finding events

This is by no means a complete list.  A few other ideas that spring to mind are multi-year planning (i.e. when am I ready for an Ironman), mental preparation, race-day etiquette, bike fit, and leg-shaving 101 (just for the guys, presumably).  The above lists are simply things that people tend to find valuable.  If you already have any or all of those topics under control, suggest some others (and let me know -- we may want you to teach).  If any of them jump out as something you've really been wondering about, let me know so I can try to be sure it's included, or so I can arrange for some one-on-one/small group attention for you.

Ultimately, the camp is most successful if it's highly interactive, and if that interation starts now.  Let us know what you'd like to learn so we can put on a great show for you.

Rich


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#469 From: "Rich Friedeman" <rich.friedeman@...>
Date: Fri Mar 28, 2008 7:31 pm
Subject: Spring Camp Reminder
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Hi all,
Just a quick reminder.  We're just about 3 weeks away from the spring training camp for new(er) triathletes.  It's going to be Sunday, April 20, starting in Brooklyn Park and finishing in Blaine.  Details are on the website at www.tctri.com.  If you have any questions, please send a message to the list or feel free to contact me directly.

Rich

#468 From: "Rich Friedeman" <rich.friedeman@...>
Date: Wed Mar 26, 2008 8:23 pm
Subject: Re: Re: Bike Trainer
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Great idea, Brad, and thanks for the feedback.  It's now up there permanently at http://www.tctri.com/choosing-a-stationary-trainer

On Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 3:19 PM, Brad Huckle <bhuckle@...> wrote:

Rich, When you find time, you may want to make this a permanent post on the site.  It's spot on, and the topic comes up pretty regularly


#467 From: "monkeylydia" <monkeylydia@...>
Date: Wed Mar 26, 2008 8:19 pm
Subject: Re: Bike Trainer
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Thanks that helps alot.


In tctri@yahoogroups.com, "Rich Friedeman" <rich.friedeman@...> wrote:
>
> The three main types of trainers are wind, magnetic, and fluid.
Wind
> trainers are really inexpensive, very old school, and extremely
(extremely!)
> noisy.  They work very well, but your friends, neighbors, folks in
passing
> vehicles, will hate you for the racket they make.
>
> Magnetic trainers are much quieter, but don't typically provide a
good
> 'resistance curve' -- the degree of resistance needs to get harder
more
> quickly as you go faster, just like it does in real life --
compared to
> other trainers.  They're reasonably affordable, and can be manually
adjusted
> to change the resistance as you ride, often via a handlebar mounted
shift
> lever.  The exception to these are electronically controlled models
which
> measure your speed and match resistance accordingly.  A computer on
the
> table or in the unit does the adjusting, and price goes up
dramatically.
>
> Fluid trainers are (imho) the best of both worlds.  Quiet, excellent
> resistance curve makes the experience very much like riding on a
road.  The
> only downside to these is that the fluid units A) are heavier than
others --
> not a big deal, as you presumably don't take it in a suitcase with
you and
> B) get pretty hot.  You're not going to start a fire with one, but
you can
> burn your fingers on them after just a 20-30 min ride.
>
> for my money, Fluid is the way to go.  Reasonably priced, you don't
need to
> mess with it to get a road-like riding experience, it's not
deafeningly
> loud, and it's very durable.  If you need to spend less, get a
manually
> adjustable magnetic trainer, and resign yourself to adjusting the
trainer's
> shift lever when you also shift on the bike.  If you want to blow
$1500, get
> a computrainer, and pretend you're training in the Alps all winter
long ;-)
>
> Rich
>
> On Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 2:22 PM, monkeylydia <monkeylydia@...>
wrote:
>
> >   I know there are three main kinds of trainers, right? And
kinetic is
> > the best of them all, which one would you recommend from the list
on
> > that site?
> >
> > Thanks for you help!
> >
> > Lydia
> >
> >
>

#466 From: "Brad Huckle" <bhuckle@...>
Date: Wed Mar 26, 2008 8:19 pm
Subject: RE: Re: Bike Trainer
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Rich, When you find time, you may want to make this a permanent post on the site.  It's spot on, and the topic comes up pretty regularly


From: tctri@yahoogroups.com [mailto:tctri@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Rich Friedeman
Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 3:01 PM
To: tctri@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [tctri] Re: Bike Trainer

The three main types of trainers are wind, magnetic, and fluid.  Wind trainers are really inexpensive, very old school, and extremely (extremely!) noisy.  They work very well, but your friends, neighbors, folks in passing vehicles, will hate you for the racket they make. 

Magnetic trainers are much quieter, but don't typically provide a good 'resistance curve' -- the degree of resistance needs to get harder more quickly as you go faster, just like it does in real life -- compared to other trainers.  They're reasonably affordable, and can be manually adjusted to change the resistance as you ride, often via a handlebar mounted shift lever.  The exception to these are electronically controlled models which measure your speed and match resistance accordingly.  A computer on the table or in the unit does the adjusting, and price goes up dramatically.

Fluid trainers are (imho) the best of both worlds.  Quiet, excellent resistance curve makes the experience very much like riding on a road.  The only downside to these is that the fluid units A) are heavier than others -- not a big deal, as you presumably don't take it in a suitcase with you and B) get pretty hot.  You're not going to start a fire with one, but you can burn your fingers on them after just a 20-30 min ride.

for my money, Fluid is the way to go.  Reasonably priced, you don't need to mess with it to get a road-like riding experience, it's not deafeningly loud, and it's very durable.  If you need to spend less, get a manually adjustable magnetic trainer, and resign yourself to adjusting the trainer's shift lever when you also shift on the bike.  If you want to blow $1500, get a computrainer, and pretend you're training in the Alps all winter long ;-)

Rich

On Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 2:22 PM, monkeylydia <monkeylydia@yahoo.com> wrote:

I know there are three main kinds of trainers, right? And kinetic is
the best of them all, which one would you recommend from the list on
that site?

Thanks for you help!

Lydia




#465 From: "Rich Friedeman" <rich.friedeman@...>
Date: Wed Mar 26, 2008 8:00 pm
Subject: Re: Re: Bike Trainer
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The three main types of trainers are wind, magnetic, and fluid.  Wind trainers are really inexpensive, very old school, and extremely (extremely!) noisy.  They work very well, but your friends, neighbors, folks in passing vehicles, will hate you for the racket they make. 

Magnetic trainers are much quieter, but don't typically provide a good 'resistance curve' -- the degree of resistance needs to get harder more quickly as you go faster, just like it does in real life -- compared to other trainers.  They're reasonably affordable, and can be manually adjusted to change the resistance as you ride, often via a handlebar mounted shift lever.  The exception to these are electronically controlled models which measure your speed and match resistance accordingly.  A computer on the table or in the unit does the adjusting, and price goes up dramatically.

Fluid trainers are (imho) the best of both worlds.  Quiet, excellent resistance curve makes the experience very much like riding on a road.  The only downside to these is that the fluid units A) are heavier than others -- not a big deal, as you presumably don't take it in a suitcase with you and B) get pretty hot.  You're not going to start a fire with one, but you can burn your fingers on them after just a 20-30 min ride.

for my money, Fluid is the way to go.  Reasonably priced, you don't need to mess with it to get a road-like riding experience, it's not deafeningly loud, and it's very durable.  If you need to spend less, get a manually adjustable magnetic trainer, and resign yourself to adjusting the trainer's shift lever when you also shift on the bike.  If you want to blow $1500, get a computrainer, and pretend you're training in the Alps all winter long ;-)

Rich

On Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 2:22 PM, monkeylydia <monkeylydia@...> wrote:

I know there are three main kinds of trainers, right? And kinetic is
the best of them all, which one would you recommend from the list on
that site?

Thanks for you help!

Lydia




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