Jordan Rapp

So, in what is turning out to be a rather amazing week, apparently I got some coverage in the Vancouver Sun. I'm totally overwhelmed. Thank you to the race organizers for getting so much media coverage. And thank you to everyone that helped me actually win this thing: Coach Joel, the crew, and of course … Continue reading Is This Really Happening?

Wow. That's all I can say after someone told me I made the cover of the sports section in today's Times Colonist.Who's that guy?Click for the whole article (BIG file)

Shawnigan Lake Half Ironman2008.05.25 - Shawnigan Lake, BC, CanadaOne of the rules that forms the foundation of Euclidian geometry is "the shortest distance between two points is a straight line." In the case of racing, there is a modern corollary which is "the shortest distance from start to finish is on the course." Now, before … Continue reading The Wonders of Euclid

So I guess this is sort of cheating but I did take the time to write out a bunch of stuff, albeit for somebody else. XTri.com was kind enough to post an interview I did with Mimi Boyle of True Motion, who has been provided with some of the best looking clothing around. They all got … Continue reading Almost Famous

So I'm back settled in Victoria after driving up from Los Angeles. It's a long way. Just over 1300 miles. I took some photos during the drive to chronicle the adventure...Lunch Day 1: double-double, fries, & a chocolate shake. This necessitated a nap at a rest stop about an hour later.Central California is flat. VERY … Continue reading The Drive North

One trip I've wanted to make for a while now has been a trip down to Felt HQ in Irvine. Felt has provided me with some amazing bikes, and I've gotten to know some of the folks there over email, but there's still no substitute for meeting people face to face.Here I am in the … Continue reading Inside The Batcave

Ironman Arizona2008.04.13 - Tempe, AZThe title of the post is a bit of an homage to a classic Sergio Leone western starring, of course, Clint Eastwood and Lee Van Cleef. At the risk of drawing a comparison a little too far, Clint Eastwood’s character is referred to as “The Man With No Name,” kind of … Continue reading For A Few Dollars More…

Thank you to everyone for all the wonderful emails after Ironman Arizona. It was a great day. It was the closest race in Ironman history, with 1:12 separating first through fourth. I was lucky enough to sneak my way onto the podium with a sprint that came out of... somewhere. Race report is coming soon.Photo … Continue reading The Sweet Taste of (Almost) Victory

So the weather report is calling for a hot one in Arizona this upcoming Sunday. With a projected high of 93F, Coach Joel decided it would be a worthwhile character building endeavor to have me to the heat acclimatization protocol. So, I set up shop in the bathroom with two 1500w space heaters and a thermometer, and … Continue reading Mercury Rising (Or Rather, Risen)

Imagine giving a speech and having that thing behind you. THAT would give you some credibility. I'm pretty sure you could get up and say things like, well, let's not get into a debate on religion and the Catholic church here. But, man, I need one of those for when I give talks at triclubs. … Continue reading I Need One Of These…