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Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-09, 09:00 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,710
Posted By ktuominen

I agree with the Cervelo RS as a great...

I agree with the Cervelo RS as a great combination of weight/comfort. I've never ridden a faster but comfy ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-09, 08:54 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 5,202
Posted By ktuominen

152 miles.

152 miles.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-09, 04:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,188
Posted By ktuominen

I have a Specialized Tarmac circa 2004 that has...

I have a Specialized Tarmac circa 2004 that has had the exact same problem, most recently during the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. I know it sounds a little silly, but after researching many...
Forum: Triathlon
04-10-07, 12:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,363
Posted By ktuominen

If you have the cash, I vote for a wetsuit every...

If you have the cash, I vote for a wetsuit every time it's legal (<78 degrees water temp). The energy saved is immense and you'll shave at least 5-10 seconds per 100 yrds off your time, more if...
Forum: Triathlon
04-05-07, 09:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 774
Posted By ktuominen

Most people who are looking to just get the swim...

Most people who are looking to just get the swim over with have the same kicking problem you do. In general your kick is probably hurting more than helping and you should focus on relaxing in the...
Forum: Triathlon
04-05-07, 09:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 867
Posted By ktuominen

I enjoyed my TI experience. It makes swimming...

I enjoyed my TI experience. It makes swimming much more enjoyable. If you can afford it, getting live feedback from a coach on your technique is the way to go. If you're a bad swimmer, TI will...
Forum: Triathlon
02-18-07, 11:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,910
Posted By ktuominen

Ouch, boys. Take it outside and maybe some good,...

Ouch, boys. Take it outside and maybe some good, old-fashioned, head to head competition will fashion some respect. The grammar, alas... well, there are courses for that as well. :) Play nice.
Forum: Triathlon
02-18-07, 11:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,910
Posted By ktuominen

I've been hitting it a little too hard the last 6...

I've been hitting it a little too hard the last 6 weeks. I lost a ton of weight this winter (35lbs!!!) and can no longer qualify for the clydesdale category. So I've been enjoying the ease of...
Forum: Triathlon
08-03-06, 09:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,990
Posted By ktuominen

The forty five seconds included drying my feet...

The forty five seconds included drying my feet enough to get socks on in a somewhat straight manner, then shoes. There was about 10-15 seconds gained this year over last year due to swifter wet suit...
Forum: Triathlon
08-02-06, 02:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,990
Posted By ktuominen

I kept my shoes clipped in to my bike for the...

I kept my shoes clipped in to my bike for the first time this year. For a sprint distance race, I went from a 2 min15 sec T1 last year to a 90 second T1 this year and a top ten T1 time. 45 seconds...
Forum: Triathlon
07-31-06, 09:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,942
Posted By ktuominen

I tried the mask bit last year and didn't find...

I tried the mask bit last year and didn't find any better than a pair of good fitting goggles. The best I've found so far for long swims >1 hour are the foam lined Barracudas. They fit the bones...
Forum: Triathlon
07-31-06, 12:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,094
Posted By ktuominen

Oh, yeah. I'm your poster boy for the Tri turn...

Oh, yeah. I'm your poster boy for the Tri turn around. I used to be a very fit/athletic sports nut through high school and college. I finished college at a trim 175-180lbs. I steadily gained about...
Forum: Triathlon
07-26-06, 09:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,178
Posted By ktuominen

Sounds like you need a Speedo....Man, your hind...

Sounds like you need a Speedo....Man, your hind quarters are made of stuff stronger than mine! I salute you.
Forum: Triathlon
07-26-06, 09:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 909
Posted By ktuominen

I finished my "A" race for the year 3 weeks ago. ...

I finished my "A" race for the year 3 weeks ago. It went great, I hit a PR and shaved a good 2 minutes plus off my last year's time. Top ten swim and T1 and improved bike, T2 and run over last year...
Forum: Triathlon
07-14-06, 01:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 768
Posted By ktuominen

Short article in Men's Journal last month on...

Short article in Men's Journal last month on penile blood flow rates with various seats. The problem being, less blood flow leads to thickening of the arteries, which...ahem...makes those cialis...
Forum: Triathlon
07-14-06, 01:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 680
Posted By ktuominen

Most races here in MN are in the 60-80 dollar...

Most races here in MN are in the 60-80 dollar range be it sprint or olympic distance. I'm sure in the next 5 years, triple digits will be the rule as supply/demand tops out. I guess as long as it's...
Forum: Triathlon
07-14-06, 01:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 947
Posted By ktuominen

I'm a big fan of the full legged, sleeveless QR...

I'm a big fan of the full legged, sleeveless QR ultrajohn. Unless your Quickjohn is a can't pass up price, I'd say spend the extra bucks and get more leg coverage. It makes getting into the water...
Forum: Triathlon
05-25-06, 03:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,443
Posted By ktuominen

As a card carrying Furry One, I appreciate the...

As a card carrying Furry One, I appreciate the banter and advice. I'm doing my first open water distance swim race this July and figured I'd shave given all the effort I've put into training. When...
Forum: Triathlon
05-23-06, 02:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,192
Posted By ktuominen

I did a trial open water swim last week. 20...

I did a trial open water swim last week. 20 minutes with a sleeveless wetsuit and normal swim cap and I felt fine. So fine that I tried a sans-wet suit swim today and failed miserably. Couldn't...
Forum: Triathlon
05-23-06, 12:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 723
Posted By ktuominen

Welcome to racing versus relaxing. Go with the...

Welcome to racing versus relaxing. Go with the tighties! Besides a more comfortable ride the compression helps reduce fatigue from muscle vibration as well. Snug but not constricting is what you...
Forum: Triathlon
05-23-06, 12:00 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,137
Posted By ktuominen

Age 31. Races: 5 sprints. This year: 2 sprints...

Age 31. Races: 5 sprints. This year: 2 sprints and an open water 5 mile swim race.
Forum: Triathlon
05-22-06, 11:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 562
Posted By ktuominen

I'm a big fan of the wetsuit. Until you've used...

I'm a big fan of the wetsuit. Until you've used one you don't know what you're missing. I feel the expended energy is about 20% less with a wet suit on than without. This equals more energy to use...
Forum: Triathlon
05-22-06, 11:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 609
Posted By ktuominen

If you're in for a half iron race, I'd opt for a...

If you're in for a half iron race, I'd opt for a minimum of Tri shorts. They dry quickly coming out of the water and provide adequate padding for the bike. Add some body glide for those pesky...
Forum: BMX
03-01-06, 09:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,656
Posted By ktuominen

I had a Schwinn Predator which I thought was top...

I had a Schwinn Predator which I thought was top notch and could ride a wheelie all day long on it. We spent hours each day at the "Dirt Trails" behind a concrete plant figuring out new ways to...
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