IMAZ Apparel Choice...

[knapplaura]

Tri Girl:

Yes, the Jaggad jersey very lightweight...micro-mesh type fabric.

I would definitely suggest wearing a LS jersey for IM AZ in November because of the sun. The sun in Phoenix is POWERFUL! And if you are fair complected like me, you just ROAST those arms like hot dogs on the bike!

I really think a light weight LS jersey keeps you cooler b/c the sun does not beat down on your arms. You could also use DeSoto arm coolers, but I use those for biking and would not want them on my body for 12+ hours...they are stretchy and close-fitting, which would turn really icky.

Good luck prepping for IM AZ in november. I am on the fence about whether to sign up for it before my race in April. With the new NA sports rules, I am afraid if I don't then I will be shut out of an IM in 2009. My problem is I just don't know where I will be in my life at that point. I don't even know where Uncle Sam is sending me in June, for crying out loud (wah! not back to AZ I know!).

Anyway, I would recommend a nice thin LS jersey and tri-shorts that are longer than average to protect the tops of the legs too.

Laura

[KSH]

I am on the fence about whether to sign up for it before my race in April. With the new NA sports rules, I am afraid if I don't then I will be shut out of an IM in 2009. My problem is I just don't know where I will be in my life at that point. I don't even know where Uncle Sam is sending me in June, for crying out loud (wah! not back to AZ I know!).

Laura

Hey, you could get into IM Kentucky pretty easy for 2009. I know the online registration stayed open for 4 weeks after it opened. But yea, you might not know where you will be.

Or, if you decided you want to do an IM in 2009, and you don't want to decide in 2008... why not sign up for a non-branded IM race, like the Redman in Oklahoma?

[Running Mommy]

The AV jersey is the amici veloci bright red affair. I wore it today and everytime I look down at it I smile... Mostly cause it reminds me of all ya'll here!

[KSH]

OK, ladies... here is my cheerleading outfit! Look for me at IMAZ!

[Running Mommy]

That is CLASSIC!! I love it K!!!!!!!
I can't wait to see you!!
Bib numbers should be posted soon! OY, it's not only getting close... It's HERE!

[knapplaura]

Karen,
OMG! That outfit rocks! You will be fantastic!

The Mill avenue bridge area is one 'hot corner' to spectate; that is where my mom hung out during the run last year. Kind of under the bridge area for some shade.

Be sure to bring a folding chair for yourself, a good hat, small cooler and LOTS of sunscreen!

can't wait to see you!
Laura

[Starfish]

Now THAT is how you say thank-you to DBF for the Tarmac, fluid trainer...

Looks great! Have fun!