Unwritten triathlon rules

[SwissVan]

Ive seen okes do it on road bikes and there buddy hold the bike. Still think how to do it on your own.

 

Ive heard racing drivers do the same thing

 

I tried during the cycle leg on the recommendation from a friend who was a top elite duathlete / triathlete ....its actually damn difficult to relax enough while still pedaling so that things will flow... the trick is to try on a downhill where you can freewheel and relax while you enjoy the relief...

 

Never tried it again after that, had a terrible race

[SwissVan]

Don't let someone on a Raleigh with clip on bars (or just drop bars) pass you on your P5, Slice or Plasma. Heaven help you if you are rocking an aero lid and you get smoked

hahaha that sounds familiar , in 2008 i did my first longer distance tri at midlands triathlon. I was on a Alu Schwinn fastback with 8 speed sora and clip on bars. Think i just missed swim cut off... One of the laaaaaassst bikes. I was passing TT bikes left right and center , had never seen proper tt bikes before. Needless to say the owner of a Cervelo soloist WAS not impressed when i came from behind and with all sincerity complimented his ride before passing him. It was the first time i had seen a AERO seatpost EVER! I thought it was so coool. (I had been a mtb'er for 8 years before living in a small town)

 

 

If I got my facts correct there's a hubber who very occasional posts on the multisport thread that used to be a very good duathlete and was in a older age group than I was at the time (90's)..... He used to wear red socks during races kind of like Alan Robb likes to wear red socks (but its not AR i'm referring to, maybe an Afrikaans version of Alan Robb...) anyway he was a very good runner and quite a good cyclist as well and used to win a lot of races in his age group and even finish in a good position overall...

 

I'm sure this same hubber used to enter some duathlons using a postmans bicycle and give the other competitors a good run for their money

[Seeker911]

The way my winter training is going, there is a big chance that I will experience this at the 5150

 

Last year I used to do 5150 distances for training on Tues and Thu right through winter. This winter I'm struggling to find time just to run 30k's. So you and I both come August

[Jeepdude]

If I got my facts correct there's a hubber who very occasional posts on the multisport thread that used to be a very good duathlete and was in a older age group than I was at the time (90's)..... He used to wear red socks during races kind of like Alan Robb likes to wear red socks (but its not AR i'm referring to, maybe an Afrikaans version of Alan Robb...) anyway he was a very good runner and quite a good cyclist as well and used to win a lot of races in his age group and even finish in a good position overall...

 

I'm sure this same hubber used to enter some duathlons using a postmans bicycle and give the other competitors a good run for their money

HAHAHA sounds LIKE kATOT MEYER

[Jeepdude]

If you don't know how to use your gear...ask...

bwahahahahahahaha imagine this guy going in the aero position thinking wtf.... cant see a thing no wonder guys get stiff neck muscles....hahahaha

[Jeepdude]

If I got my facts correct there's a hubber who very occasional posts on the multisport thread that used to be a very good duathlete and was in a older age group than I was at the time (90's)..... He used to wear red socks during races kind of like Alan Robb likes to wear red socks (but its not AR i'm referring to, maybe an Afrikaans version of Alan Robb...) anyway he was a very good runner and quite a good cyclist as well and used to win a lot of races in his age group and even finish in a good position overall...

 

I'm sure this same hubber used to enter some duathlons using a postmans bicycle and give the other competitors a good run for their money

OUR local legend dr RG du Toit is something like that. has HAIRY legs , was in his 50's this year still got 7 th overall at duathlon SA's this year. when i just arrived in Hermanus i one morning joined the saturday group road ride. RG showed up on his mtb and kept up like it was nothing... we were MOVING! he decided to go ride another route and turned off... few minutes later RG's back in front of the group... he turned around a few km's down the roaddand decided to join us again. RESPECT! Edited July 5, 2013 by jeepdude

[bospiet]

duathletes and biathletes are one sport to short to be respected as real athletes.

Pentathletes are just show offs

 

Hahaha,

 

http://www.triathlon.org/events/event/2013_zofingen_itu_powerman_long_distance_duathlon_world_championships#

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duathlon

 

Mark Allen has been Quoted saying this is the hardest event that he has done to date.

 

So I think that settles it then.

[Eldron]

Hahaha,

 

http://www.triathlon...d_championships#

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duathlon

 

Mark Allen has been Quoted saying this is the hardest event that he has done to date.

 

So I think that settles it then.

 

That second run. Dangnamble it sucks. First run steals your legs and leaves you with lead stumps to wander home on.

 

There's that. Plus the fact that I swim like a lead weight...

[bospiet]

That is worth a copy paste in here:

 

The Rules:

 

#1. Not everyone thinks what you do is awesome. Most think you’re a bit

, and they’re right. Remember that at your next cocktail party.

#2. No race jerseys of races you haven’t raced in, especially if the distance is longer than you’ve been. T-shirts are exempt. If you roll up in an Ironman France jersey, be prepared to explain how you handled the Cole de I’Ecre.

#3. Only refer to courses/segments/people by their nicknames. Highway 19 is unacceptable. It’s called the Queen K, and Crowie owned it. And Macca before him. Don’t let this happen again. Pay ‘N Save Hill. Look it up.

#4. Training in rough conditions makes you tough. A little rain or heat won’t make you melt, buttercup.

#5. A reality check should be performed once per year. MIT is not going to test the effectiveness of brick workouts. The rolling resistance “expert” uses a 100 pound sac in his garage for testing. Not all wind tunnels can even record data at the slow speeds we ride. Not everything that glitters is gold.

#6. Gadgets are strongly encouraged. An old pair of shorts and some Keds are not our gig. You absolutely need every item that is out there. Afterall, we invented aerobars. If we stop with the gadgets, who the hell would cyclists copy?

#7. Feelings are for Oprah, use your data. If you own a heart rate monitor and/or a powermeter, yet train just by RPE, then you either don’t know how to use it or you’re embarrassed by what it’s telling you.

#8. If you’ve raced the distance, it counts. If you’ve trained the distance, it doesn’t. Nailing a training day is one thing, nailing a racing day is quite another. Please don’t confuse the two. Ironman/marathon/etc. only counts if you are in there mixing it up. I’m the heavyweight champion of the world if we don’t have to actually compete.

#9. The number of logos allowed on a race kit are equal to that of NASCAR. In other words, go nuts. Only Wimbledon and the ITU restrict logos to the point of communism.

#10. Ironman tattoos are perfectly acceptable. You just finished one of the toughest days of your life. A bit of ink is just fine. Don’t let douche bags rain on your accomplishment.

#11. No buckets. It’s doesn’t matter how well thought out your transition is, don’t bring a bucket unless you plan to paint parking lines on the concrete or are going fishing after the race.

#12. Shave. You’re representing a group of people generally regarded as some of the fittest in the world. It’s a hot, sweaty, sometimes muddy sport, that keeps clothes to a minimum. Hanging out all day with gorilla legs and a hairy back does not make you a good steward of the sport. Clean it up.

#13. Learn who the pros are. In this sport everyone likes to think they’re the next big deal. Do yourself a favor and learn the names of those who actually make a living at being a badass.

#14. Support the sponsors. They pay money so you can have a great time. Don’t spend 45 minutes picking their brain and then head to the ‘net so you can save 3 bucks. That will get you flogged.

#15. Exaggeration of training is perfectly fine. Just keep in mind that Rule #39 is still in effect at all times.

#16. Drinking and triathlon are first cousins. Embrace your first cousin. There’s a reason beer is offered at 9 am at the race. Because we love it. Science has actually shown that a buzz and runner’s high is very similar, and endurance athletes drink more than your average bear.

#17. It’s a transition area, not your hotel room. Spreading out all your stuff for transition beyond 1 small towel is not acceptable. 1 bag limit.

#18. White race kits are only allowed if you know your body well. Really well. If you’ve ever worried about poo leg on a long run, then white is not for you. Ladies, if you are expecting a visit from your “Aunt Flow” then white is not for you. I don’t think I need to say anymore.

#19. Qualifying for Kona and your local “wellness” or “anti aging” clinic do not go together. If by some coincidence you decide your wanker doesn’t work right the exact same time you’re trying to get to Kona, stop everything and look for a new sport. Getting HGH, Testosterone and EPO shots in the name of ‘aging’ or wiener health won’t fly here. There are sports where cheating seem to be acceptable like here and here, so try those sports. This isn’t one of em.

#20. This sport has a history, learn some it. If you don’t know who the Big Four are, unfamiliar with the ’82

, or think the Ironwar has something to do with the Industrial Age, then you got some reading to do.

#21. No “trunks” in the pool. Look, we get it that you’re a little self conscious wearing a skin tight swimsuit. Get over it. I promise you that you will get 10X more comments trying to swim laps in basketball shorts than you will a jammer.

#22. It’s OK to hate swimming, but you still have to do it. It’s not OK to use your wetsuit as a life preserver. Learn to swim. If you don’t there’s a sport called duathlon just waiting for you.

#23. Learn to circle swim. You really don’t need the whole lane to yourself. Stay to the right.

#24. Complaining about the water makes you look like a sissy. This is a tough sport. The distances are tough, the conditions are tough and the people are tough. Whining that the water isn’t as clear as your last trip to Grand Cayman isn’t winning you any cool points there Nancy.

#25. Learn Flipturns. You can pick the person out racing in high-tops right away. You get the idea.

#26. Obey the law – Nothing gives us a worse reputation than someone blowing through a red light like he’s above it all. The law applies to vehicles. You’re on a vehicle. Don’t be a douche. Obey the law.

#27. Don’t ride with headphones. Save the Rocky Soundtrack for your run. Your ears are needed to help keep you alive on the bike. Plus, depending on your state, it’s illegal. See Rule #26

#28. Support yourself. Others should not be obligated to babysit you on your ride. Flat tires should not take a village to fix.

#29. No aero helmets in training. While you might ride a whopping .2 mph faster, you will look like an absolute dork.

#30. Save the race wheels for the race. Yes, the bike does look cooler with $2,000 wheels, but your wallet will be thinner when a pot hole or rock crack that carbon. Leave some sizzle for the race.

#31. Learn to ride in a group. Wobbling down the road being afraid of anything around you is no way to go through life.

#32. Hold your line. Erratic movements in a group ride will take everyone out. Tighten it up.

#33. Don’t make accordions. Taking a turn up front is expected and appreciated, but not if you floor it the moment you take the reins, The guy 20 people back is going to get dropped by moves like that. Accelerate slowly so everyone can play.

#34. No shorts over your cycling shorts. Sister to Rule #21. Dress like you know what you’re doing.

#35. Learn to pee on yourself. You’ll spend $5,000 dollars to shave 55 seconds but won’t pee down your leg to save 3 minutes?

#36. The engine always trumps the rig. Always.

#37. Be on time, but don’t leave early. If the group ride or run is scheduled for 7 am, courtesy allows for 5 minutes. That means that sometime between 7 and 7:05 the wheels start rolling. If you roll up in your car at 7am and think everyone should wait for you to assemble your bike and pump up your tires, think again. Likewise, convincing the group to leave at 6:54 because you have a t-ball game is just bad form.

#38. No tan-lines allowed. This is not cycling. A farmer’s tan doesn’t make you look cool in anyway. The only exception is cycling short lines. Those are permitted, but need to be laser sharp.

#39. If you decide to talk the talk, be prepared to walk the walk. See also Rule #15. If you claim 3 hours at 300 watts, you’ll be expected to prove it.

#40. Crawling is an acceptable mode of transportation. It’s not pretty, but it gets the job done, and this sport is about getting the job done.

 

Hahahah Awesome : D had a good laugh

[Snytjie]

Don't let someone on a Raleigh with clip on bars (or just drop bars) pass you on your P5, Slice or Plasma. Heaven help you if you are rocking an aero lid and you get smoked

 

Hey, hey, hey!

 

That's my strategy for the coming season... passing a few okes on smart bikes on my Raleigh with clip on bars.

[Metzet]

Hahaha,

 

http://www.triathlon...d_championships#

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duathlon

 

Mark Allen has been Quoted saying this is the hardest event that he has done to date.

 

So I think that settles it then.

Hahaha,

 

http://www.triathlon...d_championships#

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duathlon

 

Mark Allen has been Quoted saying this is the hardest event that he has done to date.

 

So I think that settles it then.

 

Duathlon is tough, reckon its harder than triathlon.

 

I'm racing Zofingen (LD Duathlon World Champs) in Sep.. Ironman looks like a breeze compared to this.. will let you guys know if its tougher! :drool:

[Jeepdude]

Duathlon is tough, reckon its harder than triathlon.

 

I'm racing Zofingen (LD Duathlon World Champs) in Sep.. Ironman looks like a breeze compared to this.. will let you guys know if its tougher! :drool:

best of luck!!! huge bucket list tick for me that one

[Garfield2010]

Regarding rule #40

 

Crawling is not legal anymore. Check IMSA's rules!!!! It states it very clearly. Wonder why?

[Bubblez]

Regarding rule #40

 

Crawling is not legal anymore. Check IMSA's rules!!!! It states it very clearly. Wonder why?

 

Are you sure, can't find the guide on the interwebs. Seems a bit silly.

[davem]

Regarding rule #40

 

Crawling is not legal anymore. Check IMSA's rules!!!! It states it very clearly. Wonder why?

 

2014 Athlete info guide is not out yet.

 

Can't see them removing the right to crawl as it has led to some of the great IM spectacles. Go to Youtube and look up Sian Welch, Wendy Ingraham and Julie Moss.

 

Also check out Scott Goodfellow.