Dear OP, I think this is an interesting thread title, which is why I clicked on it. My responses will be tacked on to some other useful response below. I just wanted to give you a thumbs up since the fastest people out of the gate on this one seemed to be feeling a bit bitchy this morning.
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [againagain]
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [BCtriguy1]
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BCtriguy1 wrote:
There's nothing BCtrigirl and I enjoy more then making snide comments about people who show up to race packet pickups wearing all their IM or Boston gear.So, serious question here. Where IS it ok to wear all the darn shirts you get at each race? I've started saying no thanks when handed one at packet pick-up and always have some in my charitable donation pile.
Apparently you can't wear it to another race? And certainly not to work. How about to work out, is that ok? Or does that also make one an egotistical D-bag?
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [Tsunami]
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I don't know. Honestly the teck shirts I wear as layers under a jacket in cold weather, yard shirts, etc. Hoodies get worn around the house on occaision. Also, its one thing to wear a shirt. It's another to see a husband wife couple picking up their packet for the local charity sprint tri in matching Boston hats, full Boston track suits, shirts, shoes and IM socks. At that point Why not just wear your finishers medal too, or just carry around a sign that reads "IM AWESOME". It's ridiculous behaviour.
Long Chile was a silly place.
Long Chile was a silly place.
Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [Tsunami]
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BCtriguy1 wrote:
There's nothing BCtrigirl and I enjoy more then making snide comments about people who show up to race packet pickups wearing all their IM or Boston gear.So, serious question here. Where IS it ok to wear all the darn shirts you get at each race?
Whenever you feel like it. I got a lot more important things to worry about other than people making snide comments about my attire.
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [againagain]
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againagain wrote:
Ones that I get... "Ironman isn't as tough as everyone claims... right?"
"You train when you feel like it... right? " {you don't actually have to sacrifice time}
"You aren't really swimming because you wore a wetsuit"
"You had a long day out there." {compared to everyone else}
"Your time isn't improving so why bother doing more"
"I am sure if I trained I'd finish one too"
Any others?
Sounds like you need new friends :)
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [BCtriguy1]
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BCtriguy1 wrote:
I don't know. Honestly the teck shirts I wear as layers under a jacket in cold weather, yard shirts, etc. Hoodies get worn around the house on occaision. Also, its one thing to wear a shirt. It's another to see a husband wife couple picking up their packet for the local charity sprint tri in matching Boston hats, full Boston track suits, shirts, shoes and IM socks. At that point Why not just wear your finishers medal too, or just carry around a sign that reads "IM AWESOME". It's ridiculous behaviour.I'm not gonna lie, I've been known to wear the finisher's medal all day after a race. It's like a "Tiara" for grownups, lol.
Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [chxddstri]
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againagain wrote:
Ones that I get... "Ironman isn't as tough as everyone claims... right?"
"You train when you feel like it... right? " {you don't actually have to sacrifice time}
"You aren't really swimming because you wore a wetsuit"
"You had a long day out there." {compared to everyone else}
"Your time isn't improving so why bother doing more"
"I am sure if I trained I'd finish one too"
Classic ST thread. Someone attempts to begin a discussion about condescending comments (probably should have used the words "annoying comments")...and he/she gets flamed.
To the OP, I think its a great idea for a thread/discussion. As it relates to triathlon in general...if the subject comes up, and you explain that you have completed a triathlon...if its a sprint or an olympic, they most likely say something like, "oh, so its not like an ironman, or anything."
Any others?
I've got 2:
"You really think you can finish that?" (in reference to my first full IM)
"You should go for Boston. Well, that pace is probably a stretch anyway."
I'll confess this last one bothers me based on the baggage I carry, which is my interpretation that the things I enjoy and chose to do are not as worthwhile as the things my father suggests are better, with 'better' being based on the meaning I take away from his non-stop bringing up of activities that are similar to but not actually the ones I am interested in. Clearly there's nothing wrong with the words 'you should go for Boston'. But man, does it rub me wrong.
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [againagain]
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [againagain]
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I really is not that hard for many.
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [h2ofun]
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I really is not that hard for many.What are you saying here? I really...do you mean 'it'?
What's even easier than an IM is a sprint or Olympic distance race.
Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [Dilbert]
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LMFAO, that is one of funniest things I've ever seen. I'll see your video and raise you this one, about a guy named Speedo:)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbfbj6Y2Mss
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [BCtriguy1]
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BCtriguy1 wrote:
There's nothing BCtrigirl and I enjoy more then making snide comments about people who show up to race packet pickups wearing all their IM or Boston gear.Wow....you're cool. I bet you p*ss awesome sauce, too.
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [Power13]
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Nope, I'm a pretty normal dude. BCtrigirl regularly podiums her races, so she could brag if she wanted to, but we are both quiet people who don't understand why some feel the need to make the choice to scream "HEY EVERYONE IN CASE YOU DIDNT KNOW I RAN BOSTON" with their choice of clothing.
Like most things in life, do what you want, identify however you want, but for gods sake try to be a bit humble about it.
Long Chile was a silly place.
Like most things in life, do what you want, identify however you want, but for gods sake try to be a bit humble about it.
Long Chile was a silly place.
Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [againagain]
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againagain wrote:
Ones that I get... "Ironman isn't as tough as everyone claims... right?"
"You train when you feel like it... right? " {you don't actually have to sacrifice time}
"You aren't really swimming because you wore a wetsuit"
"You had a long day out there." {compared to everyone else}
"Your time isn't improving so why bother doing more"
"I am sure if I trained I'd finish one too"
Any others?
I do not seek social acceptance when I engage in Ironman racing, therefore I do not even know about the ones you are listing. I am deaf to people's comments entirely. They have no effect on me at all. I recommend the same to you. Find the reasons from inside and let the motivation be intrinsic. You will never bring this up again in social forums, there will be no need.
Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [BCtriguy1]
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Some people are proud of their accomplishments. Why mock them for it? It's no different than folks with a M-dot tattoo. It's a form of self expression.
Just in your post, you are backdoor bragging that BCtrigirl regularly podiums her races. One can also say that maybe you should have been more humble and not put that statement in. Pot calling the kettle black, no?
Like most things in life, do what you want, identify however you want, but for gods sake try to be a bit humble about it.
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My marathon PR is "under three, high twos. I had a two hour and fifty-something."
Just in your post, you are backdoor bragging that BCtrigirl regularly podiums her races. One can also say that maybe you should have been more humble and not put that statement in. Pot calling the kettle black, no?
BCtriguy1 wrote:
Nope, I'm a pretty normal dude. BCtrigirl regularly podiums her races, so she could brag if she wanted to, but we are both quiet people who don't understand why some feel the need to make the choice to scream "HEY EVERYONE IN CASE YOU DIDNT KNOW I RAN BOSTON" with their choice of clothing. Like most things in life, do what you want, identify however you want, but for gods sake try to be a bit humble about it.
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My marathon PR is "under three, high twos. I had a two hour and fifty-something."
Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [zoom]
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you are backdoor bragging that BCtrigirl regularly podiums her races..
I don't think you understand what a backdoor brag actually is...
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I don't think you understand what a backdoor brag actually is...
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [Jctriguy]
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What are you saying here? I really...do you mean 'it'?
"I" is the only word that matters. The rest is probably typos.
"I" is the only word that matters. The rest is probably typos.
Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [againagain]
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these are all true
"Ironman isn't as tough as everyone claims... right?"
"You train when you feel like it... right? " {you don't actually have to sacrifice time}
"You aren't really swimming because you wore a wetsuit"
"You had a long day out there." {compared to everyone else}
"Your time isn't improving so why bother doing more"
"I am sure if I trained I'd finish one too"
Any others?
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againagain wrote:
Ones that I get... "Ironman isn't as tough as everyone claims... right?"
"You train when you feel like it... right? " {you don't actually have to sacrifice time}
"You aren't really swimming because you wore a wetsuit"
"You had a long day out there." {compared to everyone else}
"Your time isn't improving so why bother doing more"
"I am sure if I trained I'd finish one too"
Any others?
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [againagain]
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You just need inspiring responses... Suggestions below.
"Ironman isn't as tough as everyone claims... right?" Yeah... but eating all those donuts during training sure was tough. Oof! This one time, I had to eat 3!!!
"You train when you feel like it... right? " {you don't actually have to sacrifice time} Totally! So long as training doesn't get in the way of my donut eating.
"You aren't really swimming because you wore a wetsuit" The wetsuit was just to keep my donuts dry. Next time I think I'm going to get a bigger one though, because they kinda got a little smushed.
"You had a long day out there." {compared to everyone else} I'm a slower donut eater than most. I'm really working on my speed-eating though. How about we go for a training trip to Dunkin'?
"Your time isn't improving so why bother doing more" You are so right... maybe this Ironman silliness really isn't going to help me eat more donuts. Thanks for the tip!
"I am sure if I trained I'd finish one too" Heck yeah! How about we go to Dunkin and then go do an easy breezy HIM? Those don't really need any training at all.
"Ironman isn't as tough as everyone claims... right?" Yeah... but eating all those donuts during training sure was tough. Oof! This one time, I had to eat 3!!!
"You train when you feel like it... right? " {you don't actually have to sacrifice time} Totally! So long as training doesn't get in the way of my donut eating.
"You aren't really swimming because you wore a wetsuit" The wetsuit was just to keep my donuts dry. Next time I think I'm going to get a bigger one though, because they kinda got a little smushed.
"You had a long day out there." {compared to everyone else} I'm a slower donut eater than most. I'm really working on my speed-eating though. How about we go for a training trip to Dunkin'?
"Your time isn't improving so why bother doing more" You are so right... maybe this Ironman silliness really isn't going to help me eat more donuts. Thanks for the tip!
"I am sure if I trained I'd finish one too" Heck yeah! How about we go to Dunkin and then go do an easy breezy HIM? Those don't really need any training at all.
Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [againagain]
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#1 remark for IM and ultra runners: "you guys are crazy". This one marginalizes the accomplishment by twisting into something more akin to a personality disorder vs. an achievement requiring great sacrifice, discipline and determination. I haven't done a full IM and it's not likely I ever will but not because I am sane, rather because I don't think I have the other attributes.
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [K-DUB]
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It's funny and ironical that all the ST internet toughguys in here talk shit about boston gear and Mdot tats, but I have yet to see anyone talk shit to anyone wearing said boston gear and or Mdot tats at any race or event I have ever been to. The speedo wearing, shaven leg tri crowd just doesn't invoke fear into anyone in person........shocker
"I would definitely smell her seat after a century ride"
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That might be the post of the year right there.
Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [againagain]
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againagain wrote:
Ones that I get... "Ironman isn't as tough as everyone claims... right?"
"You train when you feel like it... right? " {you don't actually have to sacrifice time}
"You aren't really swimming because you wore a wetsuit"
"You had a long day out there." {compared to everyone else}
"Your time isn't improving so why bother doing more"
"I am sure if I trained I'd finish one too"
Any others?
I totally get what you're trying to convey. It's an attempt to diminish someone's accomplishment (albeit passive-aggressively). A close friend recently completed his first marathon, which took over 6.5 hours. I'm not going to pile on and tell him anyone can run-walk 26 miles like some of our other friends did (most of whom don't even run). Instead, just congratulated him on the effort and encouraged him to keep at it.
Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [Dilbert]
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [againagain]
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"Ironman isn't as tough as everyone claims... right?"That is correct. Old ladies do them. Old men do them. People who can't even walk do them. Fat people do them.
Thousands have completed 140.6 triathlons. How tough could it be?*
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"You train when you feel like it... right? "Yup. When I did them I train when I feel like it. And I feel like training 9-16 hours per week.
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"You aren't really swimming because you wore a wetsuit"Yeah, that's fairly accurate.
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"You had a long day out there."In my book doing anything for more than 8 hours is a long day.
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"Your time isn't improving so why bother doing more"Yeah, man. What's the deal? How come you aren't getting any faster? Maybe you need a new bike.
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"I am sure if I trained I'd finish one too"Yeah. If you train for it you an finish one. Do you think you're special in some way that makes you believe that only a few people are capable of training and completing an IM?
Do you have an M-dot tattoo?
*Doing it in under 9 hours is really tough.
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Re: Completed Ironman... other people's condescending remarks [Emilyk318]
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Emilyk318 wrote:
You just need inspiring responses... Suggestions below. "Ironman isn't as tough as everyone claims... right?" Yeah... but eating all those donuts during training sure was tough. Oof! This one time, I had to eat 3!!!
"You train when you feel like it... right? " {you don't actually have to sacrifice time} Totally! So long as training doesn't get in the way of my donut eating.
"You aren't really swimming because you wore a wetsuit" The wetsuit was just to keep my donuts dry. Next time I think I'm going to get a bigger one though, because they kinda got a little smushed.
"You had a long day out there." {compared to everyone else} I'm a slower donut eater than most. I'm really working on my speed-eating though. How about we go for a training trip to Dunkin'?
"Your time isn't improving so why bother doing more" You are so right... maybe this Ironman silliness really isn't going to help me eat more donuts. Thanks for the tip!
"I am sure if I trained I'd finish one too" Heck yeah! How about we go to Dunkin and then go do an easy breezy HIM? Those don't really need any training at all.
I believe you get the award for most creative response, but you are shorting Krispy Kreme with your focus on Dunkin. I'd go with KK over DD any day, but maybe that's b/c I grew up in Carolina. KK has their HQ at Greensboro, NC:)
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