IronMan Uk 2011 (Bolton July 31st)

[runner88]

I was just wondering if anyone is taking part in the UK ironMan this year in Bolton.

This will be my first IM and I cant wait! I completed my first 100mile cycle last weekend and so am feeling cautious optimism about the main event.

[GraemeH]

I was just wondering if anyone is taking part in the UK ironMan this year in Bolton.

This will be my first IM and I cant wait! I completed my first 100mile cycle last weekend and so am feeling cautious optimism about the main event.

Not me, did the outlaw last year. If you can do the century you'll be fine. Get the nutrition right on the bike and enjoy the day...G

[RichL]

Done a few in my time - a new challenge everytime :)
As Graeme says, get the bike right and you'll be great.

Good luck......and enjoy

[Wayde]

I haven't but I'm thinking about it as a potential good cross training challenge next year... RichL - when you say get the bike right do you mean the bike setup i.e. handlbars/tri-bike or the bike ride? I'm also pondering purchasing a road bike to go with my single speed and wondering if a tri-bike is essential kit or a road bike with those lean on bars is ok.

[Wayde]

ah bike nutrition I see... questions re. bike still valid though!

[GraemeH]

ah bike nutrition I see... questions re. bike still valid though!

Good discussion on the merits of road v tri bike here...

http://forum.bcttt.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=3701

[RichL]

I haven't but I'm thinking about it as a potential good cross training challenge next year... RichL - when you say get the bike right do you mean the bike setup i.e. handlbars/tri-bike or the bike ride? I'm also pondering purchasing a road bike to go with my single speed and wondering if a tri-bike is essential kit or a road bike with those lean on bars is ok.

1. Nutrition on bike is critical - easy to carried away and not get calories in early

2. Pace on bike is also key - don't start off too fast and leave your running legs on the bike. Have hit the wall massively during the bike and it wasn't a pleasant experience!

.....but as always.....make sure you enjoy - it's a great feeling when you see the finishing chute

[imustbemad]

Yeah i will be competing on Sunday, really looking forward to it. Weather forecast is good !

[imustbemad]

How did you get on Runner88.?

Loved the event, no real lows, fantastic support, will be back