Give it a TRI

[Chris_]

I'm all for supporting local unknown brands IF they are legit, because the pricing is usually better.

 

Maybe try find similar components on the international brand bikes for price checks, fish for hints at other shops, but the fact that we have not heard nor seen these bikes anywhere means you really need to kick the tires properly.

[IceCreamMan]

Thanks for the help, would it rather be best going with a better known brand (Argon, Merida, Scott, Felt etc) at a similar price range?

 

If you ever want to sell it in the future  might be better to have a name brand.

[EddieV]

Doing the Race2Stanford tomorrow. Will be my 1st full 70.3 distance as Theewaterskloof Triathlon had the swim cancelled.

Question to the guys that have done these ... what's best to eat the night before ... and the morning of the race, and how long before the swim do you stop eating. Thx.

[shaper]

Doing the Race2Stanford tomorrow. Will be my 1st full 70.3 distance as Theewaterskloof Triathlon had the swim cancelled.

Question to the guys that have done these ... what's best to eat the night before ... and the morning of the race, and how long before the swim do you stop eating. Thx.

Most will carbo-load but try not to eat anything heavy or something you are not use to as may affect the limited sleep you have.  Have an early breakfast probably 2hrs before, sip fluids/electrolytes to keep hydrated whilst you do a final transition check and get ready for the swim.  I like to have an energy bar about 20mins before the swim, some have a gel.

 

As it is your first 70.3, just enjoy and finish, then post race analysis what worked, what didn't and what you think you can improve on the race and your nutrition.

[EddieV]

Most will carbo-load but try not to eat anything heavy or something you are not use to as may affect the limited sleep you have.  Have an early breakfast probably 2hrs before, sip fluids/electrolytes to keep hydrated whilst you do a final transition check and get ready for the swim.  I like to have an energy bar about 20mins before the swim, some have a gel.

 

As it is your first 70.3, just enjoy and finish, then post race analysis what worked, what didn't and what you think you can improve on the race and your nutrition.

Thank you.

What specific carbs worked for you the evening before?

[Chris_]

Thank you.

What specific carbs worked for you the evening before?

 

PIZZA!

 

(every night...)   

[shaper]

^^^ is often what I have the night before

[Chris_]

unless you're a banting/LCHF/keto or something exotic like that that you're already used to - stick to high simple high carb breakfast too. 

 

had a mate who went full english breakfast before a race, for the whole swim he was burping up sausages... not great.

[EddieV]

unless you're a banting/LCHF/keto or something exotic like that that you're already used to - stick to high simple high carb breakfast too. 

 

had a mate who went full english breakfast before a race, for the whole swim he was burping up sausages... not great.

Thx ... was thinking white toast and jam 2 hours before swim. And brown rise or pasta tonight.?

Last thing I want is reflux whilst swimming.

[Chris_]

Thx ... was thinking white toast and jam 2 hours before swim. And brown rise or pasta tonight.?

Last thing I want is reflux whilst swimming.

 

perfect, and take a throw-away bottle of water or juice just for the hour or so waiting around before the gun goes off

[Chris_]

and good luck, but most of all enjoy it!

[@ndy]

Race 2 Stanford was brutal. Swim was rougher than I expected. The ride lived up to its reputation but was made worse by the wind. As well as the relentless climbing there were also some quite frightening descents. The run was hot and had a mix of terrain that made it hard to get a rhythm going. All in all I had a tough day it was a real challenge and by far the hardest 70.3 distance I have ever done. I’ll probably be back but with a bit more respect for the challenge. Well done to everyone taking part.

[Chris_]

Good job @ndy!

 

I read the same about the race - rough swim, windy ride, hot run (and offroad?), that's about as tough as it can get!!

 

Next one will be a walk in the park 

[EddieV]

Race 2 Stanford was brutal. Swim was rougher than I expected. The ride lived up to its reputation but was made worse by the wind. As well as the relentless climbing there were also some quite frightening descents. The run was hot and had a mix of terrain that made it hard to get a rhythm going. All in all I had a tough day it was a real challenge and by far the hardest 70.3 distance I have ever done. I’ll probably be back but with a bit more respect for the challenge. Well done to everyone taking part.

Well done Andy!!

 

It was my first 70.3 ....

The water temperature was great, and the vibe amazing. The choppiness was quite hectic where we were exposed to the sea. But I had a great swim all in all. I heard Paul on the microphone as I exited and running up the embankment that those finishing the swim made it in under 50min at that stage. My son was running next to me toward the transition ... all the whilst complaining that he had to wait forever for me to finish the swim

The bike was brutal. The wind was relentless on the turn in Caledon. I commute daily from Lakeside and/or Obs to Durbanville, and the south-easter often finds me, and he found me again on Saturday. The last 14km into Stanford was awesome though ... including the police escort into town with sirens blaring and lights flashing ... each cyclist being looked after properly.

The run was hot. I doused myself with ice water at every opportunity. The water tables were well placed, well stocked, and thoroughly utilized.

It took me 7h 28min and 38seconfs .... to finish.

Hats off to all those professionals ... Trautman and his peers are machines!!!

[Disylizzy]

Well done all to R2S! 

[SEANSTEP]

I'll agree, it was brutal. Combination of course & conditions. Not your typical flat bike tri course, add wind and it makes for an interesting challenge. The other two legs weren't exactly a walk in the park either. Found sighting in the swim a bit problematic with chop. Well done to those finishing.