I did it - California Half Ironman

[mommelisa]

Awesome, great job!!

[Lise]

Great job! I love race reports. Thanks so much for posting it. A 1/2 IM is my goal, and it helps a lot to read what it's really like for people like me.

I plan to swim more in Lake Michigan this year, and I have been thinking about a neoprene cap. You've convinced me! I have also heard of neoprene booties--ever used those?

Again, congratulations! Lise

[bluedress]

YAWP! Congratulations and good job on your hard work and determination! -Marca

[Nanci]

Hi Lise,

I think the booties you are thinking of are meant to be worn with scuba fins. They would be horrible to swim in.

Nanci

[vicvroom]

They did make an announcement that we were allowed to wear booties. There was a company selling them at the expo (and sold out quickly) I hadn't seen them before this.

I'm doing the Vineman Half on July 30th. This is my year of 1/2's - plus, a couple centuries and the New York marathon. 2007 will be my first Ironman. I haven't decided which yet, but probably either Coeur d'Alene or Wisconsin.

[slinkedog]

My best friend did the Coeur d'Alene Ironman last year. She said it was a great course and the organization was fabulous. Good luck!

[KSH]

Great report and congrats on doing such a good job! Your cycling average was fast!

Just think what you could do if you were able to commit to a proper training schedule!