In 2005 I was training for my first Ironman, and got hit by a car while out for a ride. I was in aero position, going about 28 mph on a gradual downhill in the bike lane, and a guy in an opposite left hand turn lane decided to gun it and try to beat me across. He misjudged. Before I could even come out of aero position to make a grab for my brakes, I t-boned his passenger door and flew, bike still attached, over the top of his car.
It was a rather spectacular-looking crash (according to the horrified onlookers). I was wearing a Road ID, and when the ambulance came, I didn’t have to scour my dazed brain for a phone number. My husband was called and I got carted off for x-rays.
Three months later, when my body had healed and my new bike had arrived, I went out again. I was admittedly white-knuckled, but had to get back in the saddle, literally. I told my husband I would stay close to home and do laps in a low-traffic area with a very wide bike lane.
Editor's note:If it is good enough for ultra runners it must be good enough for triathletes we figure. Right? Today we feature the writing of ultra runner Ray Churgovich (AKA Hawaiian Shirt Ray) who's an ultra runner and now contributing writer to EMT. Welcome aboard Ray.
For ultra trail running I have been asked many time what type of hydration system that I use. Over the trail running seasons I have gone through the gamut of different hydration systems and I will discuss how I came to my latest hydration system. Please note that the article below is specifically for running ultra races, not training runs or other short running races.
With its unique start and world famous views, the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon (EFAT) is considered one of the "must do" events in the sport of triathlon. 2010 marked the 30th Anniversary of the event, and the race fully lived up to expectations, with unmatched weather conditions, big name professionals, and friendly currents.
You see a title like “LA Triathlon Series” and images of traffic-filled city bike routes and a runs with industrial scenery probably come to mind. Well, that couldn’t be further from the truth. The LA Tri Series takes place in a lush, green natural setting hidden from any city congestion. The site is Bonelli Park in San Dimas—about 45 miles east of Santa Monica (read: no ocean swim for those who seek calm waters in SoCal).
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I signed up for the Youngstown Ultra Trail Classic 50K as part of my training for JFK. It’s crazy to think that three months ago I wasn’t sure if I could run a 50K and now they’re training runs. Just two years ago I wasn’t sure I could run my first marathon and this was my 10th endurance running event. I didn’t have any time goals for this race, not knowing how technical it would be. I also didn’t taper at all, but I thought if I could come in under 8 hours then it would be a 47 minute improvement over Laurel Highlands and that could count as a good day.
Rating Scale (based on the amount of beer needed after race)
• 4 Brewskis So excruciatingly painful and lame you’ll need a full year of recovery just to forget this race
• 3 Brewskis The best thing said and remembered about race is; I finished
• 2 Brewskis Challenging race in a masochistic I’d could do it again sort-of-way given enough time and Ibuprofen.
• 1 Brewski Good solid race that exceeds your expectations
• No Brewski A must-do annual event for both friends and family
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EveryMan Rating: 1 Brewskis
Rating Scale (based on the amount of beer needed after race)
• 4 Brewskis So excruciatingly painful and lame you’ll need a full year of recovery just to forget this race
• 3 Brewskis The best thing said and remembered about race is; I finished
• 2 Brewskis Challenging race in a masochistic I’d could do it again sort-of-way given enough time and Ibuprofen.
• 1 Brewski Good solid race that exceeds your expectations
• No Brewski A must-do annual event for both friends and family
The Race:
This race (over the past three years), unlike any other North American Ironman in recent history, has been defined by the weather.
EveryMan Rating: 3 Brewskis (except that I did not finish)
Rating Scale (based on the amount of beer needed after race)
• 4 Brewskis So excruciatingly painful and lame you’ll need a full year of recovery just to forget this race
• 3 Brewskis The best thing said and remembered about race is; I finished
• 2 Brewskis Challenging race in a masochistic I’d could do it again sort-of-way given enough time and Ibuprofen.
• 1 Brewski Good solid race that exceeds your expectations
• No Brewski A must-do annual event for both friends and family
EveryMan Rating: 2 Brewskis (BYOB as they don’t sell it in the park or within 10 miles of the race)
Rating Scale (based on the amount of beer needed after race)
• 4 Brewskis So excruciatingly painful and lame you’ll need a full year of recovery just to forget this race
• 3 Brewskis The best thing said and remembered about race is; I finished
• 2 Brewskis Challenging race in a masochistic I’d could do it again sort-of-way given enough time and Ibuprofen.
• 1 Brewski Good solid race that exceeds your expectations
• No Brewski A must-do annual event for both friends and family
Everyman Rating
No Brewski (It is in Utah after all)
Rating Scale (based on the amount of beer needed after race)
- 4 Brewskis: So excruciatingly painful and lame you’ll need a full year of recovery just to forget this race
- 3 Brewskis: The best thing said and remembered about race is; I finished
- 2 Brewskis: Challenging race in a masochistic I’d could do it again sort-of-way given enough time and Ibuprofen.
- 1 Brewski: Good solid race that exceeds your expectations
- No Brewski: A must-do annual event for both friends and family
Rating Scale (based on the amount of beer needed after race)
- 4 Brewskis: So excruciatingly painful and lame you’ll need a full year of recovery just to forget this race
- 3 Brewskis: The best thing said and remembered about race is; I finished
- 2 Brewskis: Challenging race in a masochistic I’d could do it again sort-of-way given enough time and Ibuprofen.
- 1 Brewski: Good solid race that exceeds your expectations
- No Brewski: A must-do annual event for both friends and family
Rating Scale (based on the amount of beer needed after race)
- 4 Brewskis: So excruciatingly painful and lame you’ll need a full year of recovery just to forget this race
- 3 Brewskis: The best thing said and remembered about race is; I finished
- 2 Brewskis: Challenging race in a masochistic I’d could do it again sort-of-way given enough time and Ibuprofen.
- 1 Brewski: Good solid race that exceeds your expectations
- No Brewski: A must-do annual event for both friends and family
Rating Scale (based on the amount of beer needed after race) - 4 Brewskis: So excruciatingly painful and lame you’ll need a full year of recovery just to forget this race - 3 Brewskis: The best thing said and remembered about race is; I finished - 2 Brewskis: Challenging race in a masochistic I’d could do it again sort-of-way given enough time and Ibuprofen. - 1 Brewski: Good solid race that exceeds your expectations - No Brewski: A must-do annual event for both friends and family
