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Forum: Triathlon

10-04-10, 12:44 PM

Replies: 83

Sticky How does a Triathlon Work? Questions for new Triathletes answered here

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Posted By Fred Matthews

I have never done a wave start but I would...

I have never done a wave start but I would imagine that it would start once you pass the chip reader...even if that means you are standing there for a moment waiting for everyone to get into place. ...

Forum: Triathlon

02-19-10, 11:22 AM

Replies: 83

Sticky How does a Triathlon Work? Questions for new Triathletes answered here

Views: 74,463

Posted By Fred Matthews

Swim: Goggles (2nd pair just in case), anti-fog...

Swim: Goggles (2nd pair just in case), anti-fog spray, swim cap (probably provided by race), watch, wet-suit...if it is a really cold race you might need: swim gloves, swim boots, skull cap, extra...

Forum: Triathlon

01-19-10, 11:01 AM

Replies: 83

Sticky How does a Triathlon Work? Questions for new Triathletes answered here

Views: 74,463

Posted By Fred Matthews

I didn't do a ton of reseach on shorts. I just...

I didn't do a ton of reseach on shorts. I just went to my LBS and found a pair I liked that didn't force me to steal from my kids. Triathlon gear can be pricey so I have to be more careful on where...

Forum: Triathlon

01-19-10, 12:44 AM

Replies: 83

Sticky How does a Triathlon Work? Questions for new Triathletes answered here

Views: 74,463

Posted By Fred Matthews

Tri shorts are bike/swim shorts designed...

Tri shorts are bike/swim shorts designed specifically for the uniqueness of triathlon. You wear it throughout as changing clothes in the transition area is a no-no. If you wear a wetsuit then this...

Forum: Triathlon

12-08-09, 07:10 PM

Replies: 83

Sticky How does a Triathlon Work? Questions for new Triathletes answered here

Views: 74,463

Posted By Fred Matthews

I agree with sirious in regards to the ipod...

I agree with sirious in regards to the ipod use...anytime. But, just to round out the answer, check the rules for each event tht you enter. There should be a mention to any type of listening device...

Forum: Triathlon

07-28-09, 01:59 PM

Replies: 83

Sticky How does a Triathlon Work? Questions for new Triathletes answered here

Views: 74,463

Posted By Fred Matthews

I did my first tri last year using a long Speedo...

I did my first tri last year using a long Speedo swimsuit - worked fine except I really hurt in the important section by the midway point of the bike. This year I bought trishorts and it made a...

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