I remember the days when we use to grab an inner-tube, throw-on some sunscreen, and jump in the river to enjoy the afternoon. Ah, those were the good-old-days… Now, throw-in a bike ride along with the river tubing and you have yourself a fantastic day! Well, Wimberley, Texas has done just that with the Shammies N’ Koozies bike ride and tubing event. This event will be taking place on June 12th and will take you on a 40 or 65 mile ride through the hill country of Texas. Once you complete your ride, you will be treated to a Texas BBQ (mmmm, pulled-pork sandwiches, beef brisket, beans…) and then grab a tube and float down the Guadalupe River. Doesn’t get much better than this!!!
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Shammi N Koozies in Wimberley, Texas June 12
Wednesday, May 26th, 2010Ramblin’ Rose Sprint Triathlon in Raleigh, NC May 23
Thursday, May 13th, 2010Calling all women… Well, all women who want to make a difference and have fun in a triathlon. On May 23rd, Raleigh, NC will be the host of the Ramblin’ Rose Women Only Sprint Triathlon. Also, as the name says, NO MEN ALLOWED… Sorry guys, I guess we can only volunteer for the triathlon and support all the women as they compete. So besides the fact that it is a really cool triathlon, why am I writing about the Ramblin’ Rose Triathlon? Well it is because this triathlon benefits The Pretty in Pink Foundation. The Pretty in Pink foundation is a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance, resources, and support to under insured and uninsured people diagnosed with breast cancer in North Carolina. Now you may ask, yeah I know that breast cancer support is great, but why do you care so much??? Well, the reason is that my Mom is a breast cancer survivor and I am extremely thankful to still have her here with me!!! Because of that, I try to do all that I can to help support the various breast cancer agencies and help get rid of this terrible disease! We all deserve to keep our Mom / Sister / Daughter / Aunt / etc… around for many more years. Please check-out this great triathlon. Thank you!
Is that Toobin or Tubin? Rockin’ R Triathlon Gruene TX, May 22
Thursday, April 29th, 2010Remember the days when you were a kid? You would go down to the local river, bring you inner-tube of choice (could have been from the truck or tractor), and cruise down the river to stay cool in the summer heat. Now you can re-live those days at the Rockin R Toobin Triathlon in Gruene, TX on May 22nd. This is a good old fashion triathlon that starts with a 400m swim in the Guadalupe River, then a 12 mile bike around Gruene (check-out the YouTube video of the course) , and finishes with a 3.3 mile run. Once the triathlon is complete, you can either check-out Market Days going-on near by or grab a tube and jump back into the water of the Guadalupe River. The best part is that when you go to pick-up your “hardware” from a high placement in the race, you can do it from the comfort of your own personal inner-tube. Ah, cool!!!
Fun In Napa - Napa Valley Vintage Triathlon, May 1
Monday, April 19th, 2010Now this sounds like it would be a really fun time… Go to Napa Valley, sample some nice wines, eat some good food, then go out and burn-off all of those calories in a great triathlon. Perfect!! Well, here’s your chance to do just that… On May 1st, the Napa Valley Vintage Triathlon (Half-Iron Distance) will be going on in Napa, California. Book your Bed-and-Breakfast reservations now to experience all of the great things I just listed above and heck, even if you are not a wine connoisseur, there are so many great things in Napa, you will still have a blast. Now think of it, you jump into beautiful Lake Berryessa to start your 1.2 mile swim experience. When you get out of the water, you jump on your aero bike and ride through some gorgeous vineyards and pastures in Napa. Then, you jump off your bike and continue your “Napa Valley Overload” as you run your ½ marathon through more beautiful Napa countryside. Finally, after a little nap, you go out to a local restaurant and enjoy the food and wines of the valley. Like I said before, PERFECT! Hope you have fun and enjoy the race!
Welcome To Mexico - Triathlon in Puerto Penasco
Friday, March 26th, 2010Ahhh, thinking of The Las Palomas (Rocky Point) Triathlon brings back a lot of great memories! I’ve done this race a number of times and have had a great time both during and after the race every time. I mean, come on, you are doing a triathlon (great), in Puerto Penasco, Mexico (excellent), and when you cross the finish line they hand you a Tecate beer (woo-hoo!). How can it get any better? Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point to the Americans) is a little vacation spot on the shore of the Sea of Cortez with beautiful beaches, great local food, and hotel resorts.
The race takes place in and around Rocky Point. It starts with an open water swim in the Sea of Cortez (make sure to bring your water shoes, hey it is the ocean and there are some rocks). You exit the water, cross the sandy beach and make the trek to your bike. When you get on your bike you will be taken in and around the town (make sure to watch out for the sand, you are near a sandy beach after all…). Finally, the race promoter will again wind you through the local streets, through some sand, and finally to your destination, the food and beer (oh yeah, and the finish line). So take a trip out of the US, and come to Mexico on April 24th you deserve it! You will have a great time, enjoy a fun race, and meet some great people. I’ll see you there!
Frogs and Seals - Triathlon in Coronado, CA
Wednesday, March 17th, 2010How would you like to do a great triathlon and feel like a Navy Seal or Frogman at the same time? Well, I am going to tell you… All you need to put on a seal or frog costume… No, No, No, I’m just kidding… All you really need to do is go to Coronado, California on April 11th and participate in the annual “Superseal” or Superfrog” Triathlon. These triathlons are challenging because they both feature open water swims in the Silver Strand State Beach Bay, a fast bike course, and a run on a combination of sand and hard surfaces. The “Superfrog” has a 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike and 13.1 mile run. The “Superseal” is a bit shorter, but still challenging with a 1500 meter swim, 40K bike, and 10K run.
The best part of this whole race is that proceeds go to the Special Warfare Foundation, which is a non-profit organization which honors all who have served in the sea commando services from WWII to the Seal Teams of today. The foundation’s focus is on families by providing educational and motivational support, promoting health and welfare programs, and to the Naval Special Warfare Community by perpetuation the history and heritage of U.S. Naval Commandos. The race also offers discounts to members of the military, how cool is that! So, you may even be able to race against some of the amazing men and women of the military!!
Are you a Marine or Triathlete?
Monday, February 22nd, 2010Ok, so I never had the honor of being a member US Marine Corps, but I have heard of Parris Island. From what I have heard, Parris Island is, what’s the word I’m thinking of, “challenging”. It is where the men and women of the US Marine Corps train to become elite soldiers. So with that said, now image having a triathlon in the same location that our hero’s in the Marine Corps train. How cool is that!!! Well the Parris Island Triathlon on March 20th in Parris Island, South Carolina will give you this opportunity! You get to do a 500 meter swim in the Military Combat Training Pool (cool) and perform your 10 mile bike ride and 5K run on a course that is mostly closed to traffic. Awesome! Only one request, if you see soldiers in a platoon formation, please stop and let them go by. If you do not, you will be asked to leave the base. Enjoy!
Tri Off Road
Friday, January 29th, 2010
There are many types of triathlons out there, how about an off road triathlon? The Winter Challenge Offroad Triathlon on February 20th in Springfield, South Carolina gives the non-swimmer a chance to experience a triathlon. This triathlon combines a 7 mile trail run, a 6 mile kayak, and a 10 mile Mtn bike ride for an exciting off road experience. So give this triathlon a try. You’ll enjoy the singletracks and the beautiful lake views.
A Little Pre-Superbowl Exercise
Monday, January 18th, 2010Ok, I know that February 7th will be an America Holiday, THE SUPERBOWL! I also know that most of us will be sitting in front of the TV watching the big game with unhealthy food and beverage in hand.
So to reduce the guilt, if you had any, you could go out and get a little exercise before the Superbowl Parties start…
If you do choose the exercise option, the members of the CSULB Triathlon Team have an interesting race for you! On the CSULB campus in Long Beach, California, the CSULB Reverse Triathlon will challenge it’s competitors with a race that starts with a 5K run, then goes to a 20K bike, and finally a 400m swim in the CSULB pool. Wow, I still have a tough enough time with the normal Swim/Bike/Run Triathlon…
So come on out to support the CSULB students and burn a few extra pre-Superbowl calories. You’ll be glad you did.
Throw the Powder Hound a Bone
Wednesday, January 13th, 2010Now, I luv to Run, MTN Bike, and X-country ski, but I never thought about doing all three in one race! Good thing I only do races, not create them! The smart people of Butte, Montana have created a great race called The Powder Hound Winter Triathlon which will take place on January 31st. This race contains a 5K Run, 10K Mtn Bike, and 5K X-Country ski that will take place on beautifully groomed X-Country ski trails in the gorgeous state of Montana. Yup that’s right, these guys and gals will have you slipping and sliding in the snow while wearing your running shoes and riding your two-wheeled bikes. Sounds like a lot of fun, but not sure my Mtn Bike and I can handle the brisk temperatures. I know, I know, call me a wimp…
Good luck to all of you who give this unique race a try.
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