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Bike Advice

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Will

(I was recently asked for bike tips for someone just starting training for their first triathlon.  Here’s how I replied…) You should just get a standard road bike for your first tri (as opposed to a tri-specific bike).  Whether new … Continue reading →

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Asics running socks

Posted on October 25, 2010 by Will

Regular cotton socks allow too much movement within the shoe, causing friction and heat, which creates blisters, and blisters aren’t ever fun.   Lightweight, moisture-wicking socks are essential in preventing blisters from happening in the first place.

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Fuel belt & nuun tablets

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Will

I’ve found that, for runs of an hour or less, I don’t need any water.  Past that, though, things start to go downhill very quickly, and not in the fun “hey I’m running downhill” kind of way.  I used to … Continue reading →

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Nike running hat

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Will

Lightweight, breathable material with vents, sweat-absorbent brow liner, and stylish to boot!  The Nike running hat:

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Asics GT-2150

Posted on October 19, 2010 by Will

I’ve been running in this style of asics for years.  I’ll probably switch to a sock-less shoe next season for events (for speedier transitions), but I’ll still use the Asics for training.  This particular model corrects my slight over-pronation, feels light but supportive, and … Continue reading →

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Asics Core Lycra running shorts

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Will

I bought these based on reviews from Amazon.com, and they’ve totally worked out! Chafing can go from being an annoyance to a show-stopper as you start adding the miles, and the various lycra/spandex products out there are absolutely worth the … Continue reading →

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