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Bike Purchase

millere — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:40:20 GMT

I have been doing lots of "shopping" for a new bike. I have been planning on supporting one of our local bike shops, however I saw this bike and gear online and am wondering if anyone has any opinions. It seems a little too good to be true.

http://www.all3sports.com/bike/triathlon-bikes/complete-kestrel-talon-tri-package.html

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Tri Fox Tough Mudder team(looking for participants

SQUIRREL — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:54:46 GMT

Do you want a challenge, do you want to try something different to break up our usual swim/bike/run. How about enjoying a painful but fun day with other trifoxes at the 2012 Tough Mudder challenge in Wisconsin. So far i have three trifox members to create our tri fox team. The cost is approx. $100.00. I know i paid much more to participate in Door County half. Great time to make friends and try somthing a little different, not to mention get our tri fox logo out there and show others how much fun we have as a club. If you'd like to join our team on Sept. 8th,2012 at 10:20 am, email rodhog2@hotmail.com and i will personally send you a tough mudder invite with trifox club password. Go to you tube, type in tough mudder if you dare. No challenge too small. All available tough mudder info (location in wisconsin/training programs are available on the tough mudder website). Location of race is kasdade, wi between fond du lac and sheboygan.

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Swimming for Newbie

tkopke — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:40:48 GMT

I am just getting into this Tri thing, and am actually not planning on doing one until 2013. However I have started swimming knowing I need to work on my endurance and breathing. I always thought I was a decent swimmer until I have tried swimming the proper way for a triathlon. I am finding it very difficult to swim any length of time before I start spitting and sputtering. I can make no more than 1 -2 complete laps before I have to stop. Doesnt matter what spead I go at.

My question is how can I start lengthening out my swims? Is it as easy as just logging laps at what my lungs can handle? I have looked at numerous swim programs and they all seem to be about the same with a warm up distance of 600 meters plus. Not sure how I can warm up with 600 meters considering that is about all I can do, total, when I swim! Does anyone have suggestions for someone just starting out swimming in terms of a workout, and building lung endurance?

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Tri Fox Brand Clothing Question

ehietpas — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:43:20 GMT

Good afternoon All,

First off, I am a new member to the Tri Foxes. I have done a considerable amount of research as to what I need to have but I am curious about the quality of the Tri Foxes gear. I would definitely like to support the club.

Do you current members like the fit and as how is the tri padding in the shorts compared to other brands?

Thank you all for your help.

Eugene

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Tri 101 Swim Clinic

butz — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:19:23 GMT

Just wondering how I would register for the " Tri 101 Swim Clinic" on 2/25 or 3/25?

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Yourtrainingzone.com Swim Clinic

yourtrainingzone — Thur, 16 Feb 2012 18:35:56 GMT

Hi, YTZ is again putting on a 10 week technique swim clinic at Appleton North High School. Starts Monday Feb 27th at 7:45-9pm. Fee is $160 which includes pool fee. Email Mike Pierson at trinrun@yahoo.com to sign up. Only a few spots remain!
Ability to swim free style 50 yards is a requirement.

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For Sale Cervelo P2-SL 54cm $1,100

mbarbier — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:35:19 GMT

Cervelo P2-SL $1,100
UIltegra Build
Fulcrum 5 Racing Wheels
Areo Disc Cover
Selle Italia Nt1 Saddle
Pedals Not Included

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For Sale

MB — Thur, 29 Dec 2011 04:51:57 GMT

Blue Seventy Reaction Wetsuit /women's size large 125.00 excellent condition worn 2 times
Tri fox women's large sleeveless biking jersey 20.00
tri fox women's XL one piece sleeveless suit 30.00
morpho butterfly biking jersey women's large 15'00
pacesetter biking jersey size large women's 10.00
contact me at 858-9378 or email mbeaglewing@yahoo.com

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Rear mount cages for Tri bike

mwaddell — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 03:08:30 GMT

I'm looking for info. (good & bad!) on double cages to mount behind my seat of my new tri bike. Anyone have one they love? hate? Love to hear it! thanks!

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ironman WI 2012 training

Scott — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 20:02:26 GMT

I will be heading to Madison (Verona) a good number of weekends this coming Spring and Summer (2012) in preparation for the Ironman. If you'd care to join me and others, let me know either here on this forum or at scott_r_timmons@hotmail.com

Thanks!

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Cranked Bike Annual Christmas Sale

jjpaltzer — Thur, 08 Dec 2011 21:50:04 GMT

Awesome sale this weekend at Cranked Bike Studio in Neenah. Up to 70% off in stock accessories and apparel. Great prices on in stock bikes as well.

http://crankedbikestudio.com/crankedbikestudio/Welcome.html

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SeArChInG "Plz help"

ArmyDude — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:08:17 GMT

An update on the search for a set of rims for my wife. I found a really nice set of HEDs for a reasonable price. She was giddy with happiness.

Now for the next searches:

1. One of my wife's good friends started doing triathlons last summer. She enjoyed it so much that she now wants to get a tri bike. Does anyone have leads on a good/used bike?

She's roughly 5-6" give or take a 1/2" so I'm guess Small/48-50 frame size.

She has a budget of around $800.00.

2. I have recently returned home from Afghanistan after getting injured. I will be having surgery soon by Dr Mckenzie and am looking for a great sports PT for rehabilitation after wards. I'm sure Dr Mckenzie will have a few in mind but I also want to be knowledgeable in this area. Anyone have recommendations?

Once again thanks in advance for the help. My email is ryon.hasse@gmail.com

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National Challenge Competition

amylhenn — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 18:47:28 GMT

Hey everybody it's that time of year again... National Challenge Competion time.

The National Challenge Competition (NCC) is designed to get triathletes excited about off-season training at the club level. Tri Clubs across the country go head-to-head to see who can log the most training miles during the competition.

The NCC will feature three sessions, each one month in duration, from December to February. Clubs will record their training miles and submit them on the NCC website for automatic calculation and ranking.

All sessions will include swim, bike, and run, but one sport will be highlighted for each session. The winning club for each session is determined by the greatest number of miles logged during that session for that month's discipline. Recognition will also be given to the first club to reach the benchmark mileage for each session and Overall Combined Mileage for a club at the end of the three months.

It's the easiest competition you will ever compete in. All you have to do is keep track of the miles you train each day and report them throughout the month. No fees, no standing in line to pick up your packet, and no worries. You can do as little or as much as you want. There are overall awards to individuals who obtain the most miles in the country but we're working together as a club to win the club award. I've had people do 1,000's of miles and I've had people do just a couple of miles each year. Every mile is helpful.

You must have a USAT membership to participate. If you have any questions or would like to help out

Contact Amy at: trifoxamy@gmail.com

Happy Winter training everyone!

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2012 Polar Plunge Team

jjpaltzer — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:04:46 GMT

Attention all Tri Foxes!

If you've been sitting around this winter wondering what to do with your free time, then your wait is over. Each year, the Wisconsin Special Olympics organizes polar plunges across the state. Last year alone, over 1800 people jumped in for the Oshkosh event and raised over $380,000. By any definition of the term, this is an absolutely crazy idea, and it supports a fantastic cause. Because of those two reasons, weve created a Tri Fox team to participate in this event! Thats right, were going to plunge into the icy waters of our beloved Lake Winnebago on Feb.18 for a great cause. For many of you, this is one of those bucket list things, and now is your chance to do it with some of your Tri Fox peers at your side for encouragement!

Heres the scoop: Go to the following website and register for the Oshkosh Plunge. During the registration process, make sure you join the Fox Cities Tri Club team. Each participant is required to raise a minimum of $75 before plunging. We hand in the money weve raised the day of the event, we get our long sleeve T-shirts, and then we wander down to the hole to show the world what a team of spandex clad folks look like jumping into the water!

How cool will it be to see a group of Tri Foxes decked out in uniform taking the plunge......AWESOME!!!

This link takes you to the Oshkosh Polar Plunge Site

https://www.kintera.org/faf/search/searchTeamPart.asp?ievent=1000861&lis=1&kntae1000861=9C323671E1BE462DBC8A26BF3127603D&supId=347460439&team=4917581

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For sale E Motion Rollers

Siameagle — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:30:21 GMT

I'm selling my E Motion Rollers. $750. I'll text pictures on request.

Nate
920-420-5454

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