I've written quite a bit about the Leadman race experience and my enthusiasm about the new race in Bend, OR on September 22, and over the course of the next month, I'll be writing a three part series comparing Leadman and Ironman. In 2011, I followed almost exactly the same schedule only instead of racing … Continue reading Leadman & Ironman: Part 1 – The Race
Texas Two Step
© 2012 Eric WynnIronman TexasThe Woodlands, TX - 2012.05.19[2012.05.29 - This was meant to be a catharsis of sorts for me, but I realize from some of the comments that may not be clear, likely for one of the exact reasons that I wrote this post - the world has a short memory these days. So … Continue reading Texas Two Step
Failing & Flying
© 2012 Rick Kent, FinisherPix.com[What follows is my speech at the 2012 Memorial Hermann Ironman Texas athlete and volunteer awards banquet, held the Sunday afternoon following the race. This is the same speech that appears on Slowtwitch.com; so if you read it there, you don't need to read it again here. When I posted my speech from … Continue reading Failing & Flying
Need A Bike?
ALL BIKES ARE NOW SOLD Okay, after my Shiv giveaway, it was clear there are people who just need a bike. They are borrowing a friends or have a 25yo POS or whatever. If you are one of those people, this thread is for you. In my experience, people don't value stuff they get for free. … Continue reading Need A Bike?
Two Steps Forward. One Step Short.
© Timothy Carlson, Slowtwitch.com 2012WildflowerLake Nacimiento, CA - 2012.05.05Second place can be one of the hardest places, mentally, to finish. You're left with all those questions about where you might have picked up those critical minutes or seconds needed to move up just enough to claim victory. There is a truly massive difference between winning … Continue reading Two Steps Forward. One Step Short.
Paid Forward
Yes, he's a BAMF. But that's not the (only) reason why...I am writing on behalf of my husband, Drew Ziegler, a firefigher/EMT in Clinton, Mississippi. He began racing triathlons about 3 years ago after a friend convinced him to try one. He had an interest in cycling since he used to cycle for rehab following … Continue reading Paid Forward
Final Answer
Long road ahead for both of us. Just different roads...After a lot of internal debate, I've changed my mind about having a vote off. I didn't want it to become a popularity contest. And, ultimately, I think I really did want to choose who it went to. So I've found a new home. And I'm … Continue reading Final Answer
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37. Thirty-seven. That's how many people wrote unbelievable stories asking for my bike for themselves (and, in a couple cases, for someone else). So here's what I've decided to do. I've enlisted some friends and family to help read them all. We're each making our recommendations as to which we think are the most deserving. … Continue reading 37
Bike For Sale. Ridden Hard. Put Away Wet.
It is this bike. That's me winning a World Championship on it.- Comes with both forward and setback seatposts.- Comes with both straight and s-bend extensions (both totally uncut)- Comes with brake-levers with brake-tension adjustment knobs (these are the levers that come with the bike) This is the 2010/2011 "nose-cone" Shiv "module" WITHOUT CRANKSET. Size LARGE … Continue reading Bike For Sale. Ridden Hard. Put Away Wet.
Naturally Powered
I consider myself very lucky to have an incredible group of sponsors that make it possible for me to earn a living and support my family as a pro triathlete. When the opportunity arises to add to that small selection of companies that I work with, I take it very seriously, considering not only the … Continue reading Naturally Powered
Jordan Rapp 