August TT–08/11/2012

Second official TT of summer took place on August 11, 2012.  Special thanks to the roadies and the coarse marshal – I know that having Wesley at Clyde station saved me at least a couple of seconds!!!

July TT - 2012

The first official TT of the summer took place last Saturday.  Special thanks to the Roadies - Butch, Raland and Matt for keeping time.

You can read the TT 'race' report from James here.

Specialized - you tri–we fly

I’m not going to Kona (but I know someone who is  - more on that later) but I thought this was a very innovative marketing campaign from Specialized Bicycle.  Basically, if you qualified for Kona on a Specialized bike, they will ship your bike for free.

You've been planning for this day for months - even years. Early mornings, skipping dessert, working harder than you ever thought you could. This year, Specialized wants to reward the commitment of Kona qualifiers who race our bikes by taking care of some of the logistics. As part of our huge AREA 140.6 celebration, we will fly your Specialized race bike to the event for FREE. Qualifying Kona participants need to register by clicking the link below to receive a prepaid FedEx shipping tag - it's one less thing to worry about so you can concentrate on racing. We call it our You Tri, We Fly celebration - 'cause it's Kona - you should be thinking about the race - not getting your stuff there.

I’m not necessary in the market for a new bike right now but loyalty programs like this get my attention.  I think they make a great product and have definitely moved up on my wish list.

July TT - 2011

Took place Saturday, 6AM, 07/23/2011 - hot / humid
Chris West - 28:12

Robin Ryder - 31:04

Chris Crampton - 33:24

Chad Hill - 37:04 ( training ride)

JULY TT - POSTPONED - July 23, 2011

Next scheduled time trial will be Saturday July 16, 2011  July 23, 2011 probably around 6:30am.  Hopefully with this being on Saturday morning we can get a few more people to attend.

Time Trial Rules

 

The Course

• The Time Trial starts at Lake Thoreau Drive (at the stop sign on the west side of the intersection.
• Head west along the trace crossing Clyde Depot (see safety rules – it is your responsibility to observe all traffic lbaws for your personal safety as well as the safety of others) and continuing to Epley Station.
• At Epley Station turn around in the parking lot by taking the immediate right and swinging around to the right side of the parking lot.  Turn immediately back onto the trace and head back from towards the start.
• The finish line of the time trial is the “Stop Ahead” sign just prior to Lake Thoreau Drive.  Stopping prior to the intersection gives ample time to decrease speed and regain your composure.
• The course is approximately 11.8 miles.  The clock time will determine all standings.

Procedural Rules

• There is a minimum of 30 seconds between starts.
• Warming up on the course after the first rider has started is forbidden. Warm up to the east of Lake Thoreau Drive.
• There are three methods allowed for starting.
• You can have someone hold your bike allowing you to be clipped in with both feet (if someone is willing to assist).
• You may steady yourself with the stop sign allowing you to be clipped in with both feet.
• You may start unassisted from a standing position.
• Rolling starts are prohibited.
• No drafting is allowed.  USAT rules apply when passing and being overtaken – (i.e..  you most maintain a minimum of three bike lengths between bikes, you have 15 seconds to complete a pass once it is initiated).
• Ride through the finish line and continue riding in the same direction so as not to interfere with riders finishing behind you .
• To avoid congestion on the Trace, return to Jackson Station following completion of the time trial.  Do not go back onto the course while riders are still competing.

Safety Guidelines

• You are responsible for your own safety. The Trace is not closed for the event. You are deemed to be a regular trace user.
• Ride to the right as you would when normally using the trace.
• Announce your presence with a “Pass on Left” when overtaking pedestrians, other cyclist and time trial participants.
• Respect the rights of other trace users. Allow plenty of room when passing pedestrians or other cyclists. This is a multi-use pathway.
• When passing another TT participant, do not pass to the right. Maintain a speed sufficient to get clear of the other participant.
• Do not ride with your head down. Pay attention to your surroundings.
• When approaching all intersections you must check in both directions well in advance to determine whether it is safe to cross. If in doubt, err on the side of caution.
• Helmet use is mandatory.

2011 Time Trials

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

From Dan - This was the first ride I have done with any group in a long while and only my second TT ever.  I feel good about my effort and know I have some seconds to gain back. 

NAME	TIME	SPEED (MPH) *
SAM	27:18	25.93
LANCE	28:20	24.98
ED	28:27	24.88
RALAND	29:58	23.62
KEITH	30:31	23.20
DAN	30:42	23.06
JD	30:48	22.98
CHAD	31:22	22.57
DENNIS	31:35	22.41

*  JD’s time was 30:48 not 30:18

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Tuesday morning brought out the B-team plus a couple.  It was time for our annual TT.  We have a fixed route that just happens to be right next to my house.  It is an 11.8 mile out and back on the trace.  The out portion is slightly uphill and, well, the back is slightly downhill.  There are no hills and only one rarely travelled intersection on the route.   Read the complete post here – powermultisport.com

NAME	TIME	SPEED (MPH) *
SAM	28:20	24.98
ED	29:23	24.09
KEITH	29:31	23.98
JAMES	30:32	23.18
RALAND	30:33	23.17
ROBIN	31:30	22.47
DENNIS	?

* MPH calculations are performed using this site ( http://www.machinehead-software.co.uk/bike/speed_distance_time_calc.html ) with a set distance of 11.8 miles.  There is no rounding and MPH is stated with the hundredths.