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Post by debbie on Sept 30, 2008 14:58:35 GMT -5
I am getting ready to head down to Virginia to attempt my second DOULBE IRON distance. The race is Saturday and Sunday and I am looking to end on the other side of 36 hours this year. It will be tough as my #1 crew members will not be with me. My husband will be doing his best, but he is neither a runner or biker. Hopefully my daughter will help and run a lap or so with me. The weather looks good, we expect it to be the same as last year. Hopefully not as hot.  For those who asked the website is www.usaultratri.com but I can't promise you timely updates. The RD does try to post information and updates but as the race goes on he gets very busy greeting every racer at the finish. Last year the RD delivered email messages to the racers, that was nice. Remember there is also a TRIPLE IRON that starts on Friday. Arthur from England is 70! Can you belive that?  My husband will be checking the forum for all the good wishes as he can. Amy H will be home and will post updates fed from my husband via cell. Those two will be on the phone alot I'm sure, as will my coach. So keep sending me good vibes as I will especially need them come Sunday during the 2nd marathon (don't remember much of that from last year). And send my good hubby some good vibes too, Its just as hard to crew. The crew is responsible to feed, monitor and hydrate you. They have to be the bad guy and kick you in the butt when your not moving as fast as you need or not hydrating properly. thanks for all your well wishes!! time to stuff the van  Double Debbie |
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Post by gvale on Sept 30, 2008 15:18:01 GMT -5
Debbie,
Like i said the other day, last year I thought you were crazy, this year I think your nuts. :)Cant wait to follow your race and I wish you all the best as you do it all over agian.
Have a safe trip and Best of Luck.
George
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Post by debbie on Sept 30, 2008 15:25:37 GMT -5
It gets me out of house work!! Its those two months of house work between training and ski season that kills me.  ugh By the way, the grandbaby loved the jog stroller! debbie |
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Post by Aussie Rob on Sept 30, 2008 16:25:43 GMT -5
Best of luck Debbie!
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Post by Charlie on Sept 30, 2008 16:42:44 GMT -5
Have a great weekend.
Amazing.
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Post by MarkD on Sept 30, 2008 18:16:20 GMT -5
Amazing indeed. I can't even do a half without dying. Just look at the numbers: 4.8 mile swim 224 mile bike 52.4 mile run 281.2 total To put it into perspective. This is farther than swim/bike/running from Cleveland to Cincinnati (250 miles).... or to Rochester, NY (275 miles).... or to Cumberland, MD (255 miles). Most of us don't even like DRIVING that far ! |
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Post by debbie on Sept 30, 2008 19:04:30 GMT -5
Hey Mark, how about a shot for every hour I"m out on the course? ?? You can sit in your easy chair, i won't make you ride a bike after all of them either! debbie |
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Post by MarkD on Sept 30, 2008 19:55:59 GMT -5
My head is throbbing just thinking about that. Ouch... I like the way you're thinkin' though ! Good luck to ya. I can't imagine...
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Post by amyh on Oct 4, 2008 8:28:47 GMT -5
Well, the double is under way this morning, and Debbie is just over 1/2 way through the swim. According to her husband, all is well. Temps are cool now, but will get warmer as the day goes on. The triple racers started 7 am yesterday, and as of 7:45 this morning, 1 of the teams is already to the run, and the others not far behind. I will update later - but my son is selling Boy Scout popcorn - and we are selling this morning? Any one interested in a case or two of microwave popcorn?  Amy |
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Post by Charlie on Oct 4, 2008 8:42:23 GMT -5
Go Debbie!
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Post by erinj on Oct 4, 2008 9:06:47 GMT -5
wow...good luck debbie!...my hat is off to you!
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Post by amyh on Oct 4, 2008 20:38:19 GMT -5
9:15 tonight and Debbie is at mile 140 of the bike.
Sounds like they will have a cool night - it's already in the mid 50's, so should make for some great biking.
She should be off the bike around 3 in the morning - in case anyone is up that late!
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Post by Aussie Rob on Oct 5, 2008 16:56:39 GMT -5
Any updates?
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Post by amyh on Oct 5, 2008 19:44:21 GMT -5
Last spoke to Debbie's husband around 4. She still had 12+ miles left on the run - and time was going to be tight. Her hubby had just ran 10 miles with her - and for a guy that never runs - he did a great job!
Since then - their cell phone died - and I have not heard anything more. Worst case - they should let her finish (they are not quite as mean as those Ironman guys). Best case - she finished - headed to the winery for the banquet - and has no idea who I am or what town she lives in. ;D
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Post by debbie on Oct 6, 2008 15:57:44 GMT -5
okay cell phones all charged up now and can keep you all out of suspense. details short as this is hubbys moble and hard to type, besides im ready for a nap now while hubby drives.
i finished 37 hrs: 07 mins 1st places female woo woo!
things i remember:
water cold, 20 degree diff air and the water,
chest tight, throat hurts cant wait for water lap
boat fuel naushus
dam sun glear, cant keep googles from fogging, lap 12 now i can see, time to get out, yup last one out by 15 mins
7 mins behind last yr 3:42 air temp much warmmer now
bike
started good, throat stiill hurts, shallow breaths, night got cold, hacking up interesting green stuff. keep adding layers.. 5 layers including daughters'. no time 4 potty breaks..(nuf said) passed up 1st place women.. now 3 loops a head... crew said several are dropping..... ahead of 3 or 4 men .. made up awsome time, time still sucks..are we there yet? alwful monkey butt , chamious buttr no help, i want off this bike. note 2 santa...please bring me new saddle. cool ahead of hunky buff guy! spin spin spin u cant catch me, i''m off bike 4:30,am crap 1 hr behind last year.
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cold'...51 now..new dry base layer feels good. hit road, throat hurts, side huts from too much coughing cant get breaths, legs good. ohh no why this hill getting steeper? all these little moving lights look funny, that one looks funny. who is that? pee here no one can see me ..to dark. is that a bike or runner? ahh sunrise..still cool out. still hacking up green stuff. sunshine feels nice, men peeing in trees..i,m jealous. no one looking i can too.finally 1 marry down 7:37 cut off will be close but feeling good except side. up, down and repeat..how many left? feet hot . stomach slossy, keep dringing . cut off close walk up hill, run the down, breath throgh nose helps side. back locking up from coughing spasms, cut off 2 laps(4 miles) to go, allowed to finsh. hubby said we didnt bring all this crap not to. last lapp( really sucked). 2nd marry down 7:45
total time 37:07 1st place female..others dropped.
shower,banquet, bed, cant sleep, still coughing
feel pretty good, except for back, ankles stiff,
better race report to follow.
debbie
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Post by atrejbal on Oct 6, 2008 16:08:37 GMT -5
Way to go Debbie!!!! Congratulations!
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Post by Aussie Rob on Oct 6, 2008 16:40:48 GMT -5
Good stuff Debbie. You're a lunatic! (in a good way naturally)
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Post by speerka on Oct 6, 2008 16:45:28 GMT -5
Wow! You are tough! Congratulations, I can't imagine the pain you must be in right now.
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Post by Charlie on Oct 6, 2008 17:48:45 GMT -5
Congrats Debbie! Awesome.
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Post by RoviChris on Oct 6, 2008 20:20:37 GMT -5
Simply Amazing Debbie!
Can't believe you did this again!
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Post by debbie on Oct 7, 2008 8:20:35 GMT -5
Feeling pretty good this morning although i havent gotten out of bed much either! I have a 11:30 doctor appt today so I'll get moving soon. Had a bad cough all night again, i'm sure i have broncitist and so i'll get that zapped right away.
The back pain seems to of supsided and knees and legs feel fine, just slow getting up. THe biggest pain is the toes. Really just two big blisters under the nails and ankles a little swollen.
looking forward to Marcella's massage tonight. going to brave the stairs and upload the pictures my daughter took, should post them soon.
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Post by jbird on Oct 7, 2008 10:31:17 GMT -5
What a great accomplishment Debbie. My hats off to you. |
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Post by MattCollister on Oct 7, 2008 10:46:57 GMT -5
I chafe just reading this. Way to go!
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Post by JenCollister on Oct 7, 2008 11:51:19 GMT -5
You're a machine! Congrats!
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Post by timritt on Oct 7, 2008 15:17:33 GMT -5
when are you doing a triple? you are hardcore. nice work
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Post by debbie on Oct 7, 2008 16:37:01 GMT -5
Back from Doctor, I have Broncitist and hopefully the drugs will knock it out fast. Pictures are uploaded www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=7uk0sqt.1qcnk4x1&x=0&y=opftv9&localeid=en_US remember a 10 year old took most of them, that is why there are pictures of dogs and trees, etc. She did an excellant job! I don't think Hubby could stand it if I did the Triple. He did an excellant job so I guess I'll keep him. I owe him big. They say the Triple is easier because you have to sleep. Sleep was not an issue with me this year. I think there was one or two times where I thought I'd fall asleep but you fight it off, take caffene and suck it up. No plans for next year since I've signed up for IM Moo, but there is talk of perhaps doing as a team, not sure triple or double. Who knows. but no plans are made during recovery. |
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