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Post by The Big Man on Feb 3, 2010 22:39:28 GMT
16 weeks to go and counting. So far the training is progressing to plan, with the distances and intensity increasing weekly.
On Friday night I'm planning to go to the pool at 9pm for an hour of distance swimming. Last week I had a lane (and almost the whole pool) to myself.
On Saturday I'm heading out on the bike for a 4 hour ride. Leaving Perth at 09:30 from the Tractor Garage at West Huntingtower, heading out towards Methven - Glenalmond - Amulree - Dunkeld - Caputh - Murthly - Bankfoot - Pitcairngreen.
Turn up if you fancy joining me for either session. The more the merrier.
Onwards and Ironwards. Cheers,
Alec.
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Post by The Big Man on Mar 2, 2010 21:27:19 GMT
12 weeks to go. So far so good. Not too many aches and pains to report ("touch wood" this remains the case). Plenty of mojo in the tank to keep me focussed.
I'm planning the following sessions this week. If you fancy joining me then let me know via this thread.
THURSDAY - 90 minute swim session at the 50m pool in Stirling, leaving Perth at 6:15pm from the Cherrybank Inn car park.
FRIDAY - 90 minute run from my house at 7:15pm
SATURDAY:- 3 hour cycle followed by a 30 minute run leaving my house at 9:30am.
SUNDAY:- I'm going through to Dundee to take part in the Dundee Wheelers CC Reliability Trial. It starts at 10:00 from the Millennium Hall in Birkhill (near Muirhead). It costs £5 to enter, includes refreshments at the end. I'm doing the 70 mile route. There is also a 50 mile and 30 mile circuit as well. I'll be leaving Perth at 8:30am.
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Post by The Big Man on Mar 18, 2010 18:39:03 GMT
I'm heading out on Saturday (20th) morning for one of my long steady rides, leaving Perth at 09:00 from outside the Museum on George Street. The route is as follows:
Perth - Blairgowrie - Bridge of Caley - Pitlochry - Tummel Bridge - Aberfeldy - Amulree - Pitcairngreen - Perth.
Approx 90 - 100 miles, 5 serious climbs, and some stunning scenery. So far 5 have signed up.
Come along and join in for either some or all of the route. The more the merrier.
Cheers,
Alec.
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Post by Dek on Mar 18, 2010 20:45:35 GMT
Looks like your all better and back in one piece big -man. Hope your training is on target for the big day. Sorry can't join you for the cycle, off to Inverness for another one of these silly hill races.
Have a good one and keep it upright mate.
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Post by The Big Man on Mar 25, 2010 21:00:15 GMT
This weekend I'm planning the following ride. As usual feel free to join me for all or part of the route.
ROUTE : Perth - Glenfoot - Strathmiglo - Falkland - Leslie - Milnathort - Yets O Muchart - Glendevon - Auchterarder - Kinkell Bridge - Findo Gask - Balgowan - Perth.
DISTANCE : 70'ish miles with 2 tough climbs (within the first 25 miles), otherwise pretty flat.
MEETING POINT : Outside Tesco on the Edinburgh Road at 09:00 on Saturday morning, regardless of the weather.
Are you IN or OUT? So far 4 have signed up.
Cheers,
Alec.
PS: You all missed a 5.5 hour monster last weekend. 105 miles at an average speed of approx 18 mph.
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Post by The Big Man on Apr 7, 2010 20:18:17 GMT
I'm heading out on Saturday (the 10th) for another long 'hilly' ride (100 miler). Leaving Perth at 08:00.
The route is as follows: Perth - Crieff - Comrie - St Fillans - Lochearnhead - Killin - Lawers - Glen Lyon - Coshieville - Weam - Aberfeldy - Amulree - Buchanty - Pitcairngreen - Perth.
Anybody fancy joining me?
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Post by and9rich on Apr 8, 2010 12:26:00 GMT
Er..........................................................NO!
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Post by The Big Man on May 7, 2010 19:06:00 GMT
Taper time....thank god, I'm knackered. Only 2 weeks to go.
Tomorrow I'm heading out for an easy 35 - 40mile bike ride. Leaving from the Tractor Garage at 08:00'ish. If you fancy joining me then simply turn up.
Cheers,
Alec.
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Post by slowcoach on May 8, 2010 6:31:02 GMT
Alec - Wow 2 weeks to go. Time seems to have flown since you said those scary Lanzarote Ironman words and now it's so close  You inspire us all and we look forward to hearing all about your adventure in a few weeks time. You always go out of your way and take time to wish us well Alec and attend the short events to cheers us on - that is a BIG BIG boost to us novices. While we can't repay the compliment for Lanzarote we are behind you 100% and will be cheering you on in good wishes on 22 May - you'll probably pick up our positive vibes around 100k of the bike ;D when you need that extra boost just picture us all running fast behind you (we'll need to be very very fast!) pushing you on, yelling support. Hope to see you before you leave but if not then HAVE A FANTASTIC RACE ........ you hoping to qualify for Hawaii BTW  |
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Post by greig on May 14, 2010 21:37:02 GMT
Hey Big Man
Hope all goes to plan next Sat.
Just think when the heat starts to get to you, at least it's not ankle deep mud.
Racestrong.
Cheers Greig
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Post by Paul Meikle on May 15, 2010 12:57:40 GMT
Good Luck next weekend Alec. Hope it all goes to plan and i will be watching out for you on the telly. See you when you get back.
Paul
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Post by Dek on May 15, 2010 18:04:10 GMT
All the best in Lanzarote Big man. Remember and save a bit for the run. Am sure you'll be fantastic.
Race hard and STAY safe.
I look foreword to hearing about you adventure when you get back. HAVE A GOOD ONE
Cheers DEK
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Post by Steve Wilcox on May 15, 2010 18:44:59 GMT
Have a top time Alec and family. Looking forward to seeing your time and race report.
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Post by Steve Wilcox on May 22, 2010 22:04:40 GMT
Congratulations Alec. Awesome performance.
SWIM BIKE RUN OVERALL RANK DIV.POS.
1:17:46 6:49:10 5:24:07 13:50:27 992 211
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Post by slowcoach on May 22, 2010 22:07:03 GMT
OUTSTANDING Yahoooooooo well done Alec - so proud of you.  |
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