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IM UK
Aug 6, 2010 20:09:43 GMT
Post by kevofswindon on Aug 6, 2010 20:09:43 GMT
I finished IronMan UK last Sunday in 13 hours 44 minutes (1:26 / 7:37 / 4:19). After the disappointment of Austria last year finishing was especially sweet. If anyone wants a heads up on the Bolton course for next year, let me know. Cheers, Kevin
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IM UK
Aug 6, 2010 20:12:25 GMT
Post by Philippa Crocker on Aug 6, 2010 20:12:25 GMT
Hey Kevin
Well done you.
Great swim time
Did you enjoy it then?
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IM UK
Aug 6, 2010 20:21:52 GMT
Post by kevofswindon on Aug 6, 2010 20:21:52 GMT
Thanks Phillipa.
I enjoyed it immensely. Especially the fisticuffs in the swim!
Cheers,
Kevin
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IM UK
Aug 7, 2010 6:59:36 GMT
Post by leefrancis4 on Aug 7, 2010 6:59:36 GMT
Well done ironKev.
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IM UK
Aug 7, 2010 16:34:51 GMT
Post by Marcus G on Aug 7, 2010 16:34:51 GMT
Any idea what the date is for next year?
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IM UK
Aug 9, 2010 21:45:35 GMT
Post by the eel on Aug 9, 2010 21:45:35 GMT
Well done Iron Kev - great effort! next stop Hawaii!!
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IM UK
Aug 10, 2010 9:30:17 GMT
Post by kevofswindon on Aug 10, 2010 9:30:17 GMT
Thanks Eric, Lee.
Marcus - I am not sure what date IM UK is next year, but I think I overheard someone say that it will be the last Sunday in July. If you go to the IM UK website they are taking pre-registrations for next year's event. This year was not a sell-out, probably because of the poor reputation the race has had in recent years. But it has to be said that the organisation was excellent this year and there were very few complaints as far as I am aware. T1 and T2 are in different locations which involves a bit of logistical planning on the Saturday, but the race itself works very well. Be prepared for a very tought course, though. 6,900 feet of climbing on the bike and an evil run course at the end - the start is 2 miles of hilly cross-country thorugh a wood! One tip - stay at the Park Inn at Leight Sports Village - it is 5 minutes walk from the start/T1 and they were 100% tri-firendly this year. Cheers, Kevin
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IM UK
Aug 10, 2010 10:04:35 GMT
Post by kevofswindon on Aug 10, 2010 10:04:35 GMT
p.s.
I have entered Frankfurt 2011 - look forward to seeing you all there!
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IM UK
Aug 10, 2010 16:28:02 GMT
Post by leefrancis4 on Aug 10, 2010 16:28:02 GMT
Next years ironman Uk is on July 31st 2011.
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IM UK
Aug 11, 2010 17:02:12 GMT
Post by Marcus G on Aug 11, 2010 17:02:12 GMT
Pre registered for it  Kev whats the bike leg like is it ok for a TT bike or best suited for a road bike? cheers Marcus |
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IM UK
Aug 11, 2010 18:57:08 GMT
Post by kevofswindon on Aug 11, 2010 18:57:08 GMT
Hi Marcus,
I put my compact chain ring and large cassette onto my racing bike in order to deal with the hills. I don't know too much about bikes (!) but the frustrating thing about the Bolton course is that there are only a couple of stretches where you can really get going. All the rest is either climbing, descents or 'technical' (cornering, etc.). For an experienced cyclist I am sure it isn't a problem and is good fun. But general consensus is that the course is about an hour slower than in the European IronMan events. In short I don't think a TT bike would be suitable. You could have a look on the TriTalk forum under the IM UK threads and get a better idea from people with a bit more knowledge than me. All the best for your training. PM me if you think I can be of further help. Cheers, Kevin
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