Tag Archives: Drafting

Thoughts On Drafting

Posted on October 9, 2014 by lord_lordy

I need to get this off my chest before I can write my Ironman Barcelona race report. On Sunday I finished my 30th Ironman by completing Ironman Barcelona. I nearly didn’t as during the bike section I got so disillusioned … Continue reading →

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The Day After

Posted on October 9, 2011 by lord_lordy

The day after is always looked forward to the day before but when it arrives I often have “Post Prokoviev Blues” – the empty feeling following something you’ve built up for for so long. I slept OK for once and … Continue reading →

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Undercover Referees

Posted on August 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

I’ve raced fast courses before. I’ve been in races with a reputation for drafting. Being a strong swimmer I’ve found myself near the front and all I’ve seen has been pace lines of riders trying to ride within the spirit … Continue reading →

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Bike Ranks

Posted on July 11, 2011 by lord_lordy

I must admit that my Austria bike split has been playing on my mind. Someone contacting me expressing similar concern and noting the amazing increase in sub 9 hours times over the past few years in M40-44 got me thinking … Continue reading →

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