American Triple T roll call and condition report

May 4, 16 12:01

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It's getting close. Just curious to see who on here will be coming down for the weekend. Also wanted to give a short report on conditions out at Shawnee because there are a couple things to note.
The biggest is that there are a couple pretty decent spots on Little Bear Big Spruce Road (just past the horse ranch, Sat AM course) where the road washed out and they replaced it with gravel only!! We've ridden it twice and it comes up without a lot of warning. And it's pretty rough. Other roads in the area are in typical condition.
Lamp Black Rd/trail is in rough shape as well. At one point late in the fall mackletree rd was closed and many people used lamp black as a thoroughfare. The gravel is bad right now, and they've brought in bank run in some spots that has added a lot of loose rocks to the mix. I've ran it 2 times in minimalist shoes and both times my feet were sore afterwards.
The lake water was 65 degrees.

See you in 2 weeks..

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 4, 16 12:51

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I will be there and will be looking forward to it! Flying in from LA with a group of about 12 of us. This will be my second TTT, first was in 2014 when it was seriously cold. I think my fitness will be somewhat comparable, maybe slightly better than then. I'm excited to say the least! Had so much fun last time.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 4, 16 12:58

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I will be there with my wife and 20 or so teammates. Thanks for the update on the roads...not encouraging. Water temp is warmer than I'd expected so that's a plus.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 4, 16 14:56

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I'll be there for the 10th time

Driving down there tomorrow to pre-ride all of the courses

jaretj

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 5, 16 12:15

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I will be there with 5 friends. It will be my first American Triple T.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 6, 16 4:15

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I will be there with IronSpartan and team. My 10th time there as well after a two year break. I see they changed up the bike courses for Saturday and Sunday since the last time I was there

Can't wait!!

Scott Baldwin
Munice70.3, and IMLP
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Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [imfexy2] [ In reply to ]

May 6, 16 6:24

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I'll be out riding tomorrow if anyone is around. We usually start at 7 AM at the transition area. I'll try to get another water temp update but we have had a cool, rainy week here. Looking forward to the event big time.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 6, 16 6:25

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What's your recovery strategy for Saturday in between races?

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 6, 16 6:29

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Not much time to recover so after the race I eat, pack up my stuff, ride my bike to the Lodge, hang stuff out to dry, eat some more, lie down on the bed for maybe an hour, then head back to transition as close to the race start as possible.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 6, 16 6:32

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get back to room. eat, drink and sleep ASAP

Scott Baldwin
Munice70.3, and IMLP
http://www.teamfexy.com

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 6, 16 11:48

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Mrs. One Step Beyond and I will be there for our first crack at it. Looking forward to the weekend!
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Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [jaretj] [ In reply to ]

May 9, 16 6:11

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jaretj wrote:

I'll be there for the 10th time

Driving down there tomorrow to pre-ride all of the courses

jaretj

I thought the Lampback trail was in good condition but I did not run is past the top of the hill
I ran it in my trail flats and a pair of Saucony Fastwitch and felt fine.

The road past the horse ranch was pretty bad, probably don't want to go through there, I hope it gets improved or changed.

The water was in the low 60's when I swam in it on Saturday

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 10, 16 13:53

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I just got injured and cannot do the race.

Anyone want to stay at the main lodge in a room with 2 double beds? I've got the accommodation and would love to unload it.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [fishgo] [ In reply to ]

May 10, 16 14:12

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jaretj - I agree lamp black was in much better condition. That was vastly better than it was 2 weeks ago. How was that lake swim? You guys are hardcore - did we talk while you guys were on the beach?
fishgo - bummer you can't make it. Hope you can sell the room! There's always next year

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 10, 16 16:50

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Lake was chilly near the race course but slightly warmer at the other end near the dam. The bottom was mucky like normal.

I didn't talk to anyone at the lake but perhaps some of the people in my group did.

I talked to two gentlemen in their truck at the cabins, they were getting ready to ride the bike courses.

jaretj

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [jaretj] [ In reply to ]

May 10, 16 18:51

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Any sign of the rangers while you were swimming?

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 11, 16 2:58

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There were many people at the lake, some swimmers, some fishers and some just watching.

I saw Rangers here and there but I really didn't notice them at the lake cuz I wasn't paying attention.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 11, 16 12:22

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I'm in for the umpteenth time.

My wife and I are both racing and we are bringing our 7mo old twins to spectate.

My fitness is nowhere near what it should be, so it'll be an interesting weekend.

.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 11, 16 12:35

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I'll be there for my second go at TTT. Last time I was in decent shape and had a great time. This time....yikes. It is gonna be a long weekend, but I still plan on having fun with a bunch you and my Tri Loco teammates from Indianapolis. The courses are flat, right? ;-)

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Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [IndyRider] [ In reply to ]

May 11, 16 13:27

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IndyRider wrote:

The courses are flat, right? ;-)

Mostly downhill. Wish I was going back this year, already planning on next year.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [Thom] [ In reply to ]

May 11, 16 15:19

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I'll be there for the second year in a row. This year all by myself as 6 of us did it last year and it was awesome. Driving down from Ontario. Staying in a tent at the campgrounds to make the weekend that much more miserable. Can't wait!

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 15, 16 11:36

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Are there pockets in the jersey we have to wear? I typically carry my nutrition and flat repair kit there. Thanks!

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [IndyRider] [ In reply to ]

May 15, 16 12:34

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They all have a net elevation of zero . . .

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [gyeah992] [ In reply to ]

May 15, 16 13:27

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gyeah992 wrote:

Are there pockets in the jersey we have to wear? I typically carry my nutrition and flat repair kit there. Thanks!

Pulled mine out from last year. Small pocket at the bottom of each side panel, not rear pockets. Probably not big enough to do what you want.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [Thom] [ In reply to ]

May 15, 16 17:33

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Thanks for checking. Will have to figure something out. Now please eliminate for forecasted rain.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 16, 16 7:34

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atomic_shaggy wrote:

It's getting close. Just curious to see who on here will be coming down for the weekend. Also wanted to give a short report on conditions out at Shawnee because there are a couple things to note.
The biggest is that there are a couple pretty decent spots on Little Bear Big Spruce Road (just past the horse ranch, Sat AM course) where the road washed out and they replaced it with gravel only!! We've ridden it twice and it comes up without a lot of warning. And it's pretty rough. Other roads in the area are in typical condition.
Lamp Black Rd/trail is in rough shape as well. At one point late in the fall mackletree rd was closed and many people used lamp black as a thoroughfare. The gravel is bad right now, and they've brought in bank run in some spots that has added a lot of loose rocks to the mix. I've ran it 2 times in minimalist shoes and both times my feet were sore afterwards.
The lake water was 65 degrees.

See you in 2 weeks..

Any update on the road conditions? I'm heading down for my first crack at it.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 16, 16 8:50

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My 7th TTT! I thought Blacklamp was in good shape and I did go all the way to the turnaround on April 30 and wore Newtons. Rest of the roads were in good shape besides near the horse camp. Hopefully they repaired that since it was reported!

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [Daniel Clarke] [ In reply to ]

May 16, 16 8:55

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FYI! HFP still have a few volunteer openings on Saturday, May 21 at the American Triple-T. FREE on-site camping and a FREE HFP race entry for anyone volunteering for the American Triple-T AM & PM races. Got a group/club or team that can join us? And/or they will make an additional donation for groups and individuals $150-$300 depending on how many shifts. Contact Jennifer at j.kurek@hfpracing.com for more information.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [Doncain1] [ In reply to ]

May 21, 16 11:32

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Are daily results posted anywhere ? I have some friends racing that I wanted to follow.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [rmg] [ In reply to ]

May 23, 16 7:34

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Full 2016 results at http://www.triregistration.com/ResultsListNew.php.

Photos from 2016 at https://hfpracing.smugmug.com/...ican-TTT-and-Little/
(More photos being updated today)

2017 Race Dates are June 2-4.

More details at http://www.AmericanTriple-T.com.

Shannon Kurek

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [hfpman] [ In reply to ]

May 23, 16 11:19

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Fantastic weekend as always. I wish I had the fitness to do the race justice, but I had fun and didn't completely collapse.

.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [atomic_shaggy] [ In reply to ]

May 22, 17 12:45

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Do you have any idea what the conditions are for this years race?

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [MikeyG] [ In reply to ]

May 22, 17 13:12

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Water was fairly warm two weekends ago when I was there.

Roads were is good shape. Big Spruce Little Bear was repaved (chip/seal) after FR3 but had very fine gravel on it. If it's swept it'll be really fast.

The hills are still there

The run trail is in pretty good shape, there was a section that was a little bit washed out.

Re: American Triple T roll call and condition report [jaretj] [ In reply to ]

May 23, 17 11:18

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Thank you for the update!

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