I will have to admit though I was a little "pissy" that I was not there racing. A cool rainy day is right up my alley! One of the reasons why I didn't go was because it would have drove me nuts to be there. I've heard people say that you should watch one before doing one, but that doesn't work for me, I would have tried to get on the course and go with everyone. It would have been great to see everyone though and I have often thought it would be great if we could all get together sometime and do a race together.
That being said, I'm in no shape to be doing an Ironman, or a try a tri for that matter. My knee just doesn't want to run. I've just started with a new sports therapist who hopes to have me back training in a week or two, but it will probably be a slow process. Its 4 months until Arizona so I still have time, but there are a couple races I would like to do as lead ups. One is the Muskoka 1/2 Ironman in September, and the other is the County marathon in October. Both will be great races if I can stay healthy.
I bought a new road bike yesterday, a SCOTT CR-1, all carbon beauty! I couldn't pass on the chance to have a bike with my name on it. My oldest son thought they made it especially for me, I lied to him and said they did. I'm sure in one of their ads it says "Imagine yourself riding a Scott". If you think about it, it's funny! I'm hoping to be able to ride this weekend so I will give it a good go.
That's all for now, hope everyone is doing well,
Scott
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It is a shame you weren't there. I agree with you about racing in the wet, beats the heat, but I am not sure I would have wished spectating in those conditions on anyone.
I am not sure what advantage you get from watching an Ironman. Watching someone have their tooth removed is not going to make your own dental surgery any less painful.
Good luck with your joints old man and congratulations on your new bike. I have just done the same thing and treated myself to a carbon frame. I did feel a bit guilty for awhile but now I am just eager for it to arrive.
Take care,
James
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