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This quote seems very appropriate right now: "It's difficult to comprehend how insane some people can be... especially when you're insane too."
After convincing my coach I could do another iron distance race this year, follow that up with a marathon, spend the remaining portion of the year (20 something days) recovering, and then start fresh in January for a build-up for Ironman Lake Placid, I've finally hammered out the rest of the season. Wow, when I look at it like that, no wonder why she questions my sanity. Here's what's on the plate for the remainder of 2008...
8/2/2008 - The Mt Tam Century
DESCRIPTION: 100m bike
Hosted by the Marin Cyclists, the description is as follows: The Mt Tam Century course starts on flat to rolling terrain before you are greeted with your first challenge of the day, a 1.5 mile and 430 foot climb to the Big Rock summit of Lucas Valley. This is followed by a thrilling descent through the redwoods into the ranches and grasslands of West Marin. The route then departs from the other courses as you head for the “sleeping beauty”, Mt Tamalpais. The route winds south and east with a couple small climbs and descents until you reach the town of Fairfax. Fairfax is one end of the famous Bolinas Fairfax Rd., which is the epitome of Marin Road rides. Within sight of town center, the road begins to wind up into the hills of the lake country on the north side of Mt. Tam. The road is narrow and twisting but relatively un-traveled. There is a brief respite at the golf course and then you climb again to the top of Pine Mountain and your 1st Rest Stop at mile 25. more...
8/24/2008 - Escape from the Rock
DESCRIPTION: 2.5m swim • 1m run • 13m bike • 10k run
First, you'll swim the 1.5-mile "Escape" swim course from Alcatraz Island. Fortunately, the tides are very predictable with the help of a Tide Log, which allows us to choose an ideal date each year to stage this event and give you the chance to swim from The Rock (thus having it in August this year). The swim finishes at the east end of Crissy Field located in the famous Presidio, where you'll exit the bay and thaw out with a 1- mile run to the transition area at the west end of Crissy Field before the bike portion of the race. more...
9/21/2008 - Santa Cruz Sentinel Triathlon
DESCRIPTION: 1.5k swim • 40k bike • 10k run
Brisk ocean swim around the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf. Water temperature is usually in the mid-50’s, so wetsuit are strongly recommended. Bike (40K): Challenging out-and-back rolling ride via city steets and coastal Highway 1 to the historic town of Davenport. Run (10K): A flat-and-fast, out-and-back dash along the ocean. more...
10/5/2008 - Rock and Roll Half Marathon
DESCRIPTION: 13.1m run
The Start Line will be located at W. Santa Clara St. and Almaden Blvd., and the Finish Line will be located at the Plaza de Cesar Chavez in downtown San Jose. Here's what to expect on the course: 14 Entertainment stages, 7 Water stations, 7 Cytomax locations, 1 PowerBar Gel location, 5 Medical tents, 4-hour time limit, walker friendly! more...
11/9/2008 - Silverman
DESCRIPTION: 2.4m swim • 112m bike • 26.2m run
Branded as the toughest course in North America by "The Man" himself, Dave Scott, the Nevada Silverman attracts individuals and relay teams from around the world looking for a superb culmination race to their 2008 triathlon season. Featuring Full and Half Distance courses with over 12,000ft and 6,000ft of elevation gain respectively, the Nevada Silverman is the race that sets triathletes apart from the mainstream. You've had Iron. Are you ready for Silver? more...
12/7/2008 - California International Marathon
DESCRIPTION: 26.2m run
The California International Marathon (CIM) is a 26-mile, 385-yard, point-to-point, USATF certified road race. The fast, net-downhill course follows an historic gold-miners' route: it begins at the Folsom Dam, passes through semi-rural Sacramento suburbs into bustling midtown Sacramento, and has a thrilling finish in front of the spectacular California State Capitol. The field of 9,000+ runners receive outstanding support from 2,000+ experienced volunteers. They also enjoy mile-by-mile course entertainment, the cheers of thousands of spectators, and the beautiful fall colors of Sacramento's famous old growth trees. The fast course attracts not only runners seeking a personal best time, a Boston Marathon qualifying time, an Olympic Marathon Trials qualifying time, but also those hoping to achieve their first marathon finish. In addition, top athletes from all over the world compete for a share of the $50,000 prize money purse and for record times. more...
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