Hey, I could definitely be in for a SE summer camp. Keep me posted.

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April 2-6 works for me. I'll be looking for lots of hills and miles with IMC on July 27.

And keep us posted on the NashVegas weekend. IMC is a bit earlier than IMChatt but if timing works out, I could be. SWA has great flight prices from MDW to BNA.

Since my work is transferring me to laguna Niguel, CA, it should be easy for me to make almost any weekend.

If you organize NashVegas, I will be there too!

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I really really want to come this next year. So pencil me in.

As for NashVegas, here's hoping I can get a work trip kinda out that way soon... :-)

AP

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I'm in for camp and also for Nashvegas ANY time! Can't wait!

Strong maybe. My work schedule is hard to predict this far in advanced. Stupid product releases can get in the way.

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

OHOHOHOH!!! SOOOOOO Exciting. I needed this type of exciting good stuff on a REALLY droopy Monday morning. I may not make the April trip but I will DEFINITELY be down for anything here in Nashville. I can probably even offer up some swimming with the Master's group I coach & organize something out at the lake if the timing is right.

I may not have a large party house, but I will most likely have a townhome with an extra bed or two & plenty of nourishing/hydrating opportunities. I can also make a helluva cocktail when requested.

And I'll need continual dragging out on my bike as well, since I got hooked into IMChatt as well.

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Yea! We need to chat over beers after your big swim.

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Nashville, TN
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On my calendar. I will need the womens to climb some dam hills and to whine to Dan about my short-girl problems with the fit bike and the saddle tour. This year I promise to bring some sort of consumables, although I hate to rival Monty's classic chocolate cake.

Just don't bring along your nosy neighbors...:)
I'm in, at least for the weekend.

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I am 100% in this year. Canceled a ski trip to Banf and now have a spare ticket. I'm excited!!!

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http://www.endurancezone.com

This is officially going on the calendar - April 2-6, 2014.

Cost will be $70/night, all inclusive. Gourmet cooking, all the bike riding and running you want, even stories from the old days (and videos too). And of course, coffee, wine, beer and Monty's wicked margaritas on Saturday night.

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Nashville, TN
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I'm in! Can't wait!

Strong maybe. Need to check with work, which can be hard to figure this far out!

All right womens, it is on!! Perhaps a couple of you with the silver tongues could post up a link to your blogs that detailed some of the past camps, and of course pics or it did not happen. That way any new womens seeing this for the first time could see what they might expect at this hideaway in the mountains, with two old crusty men sleeping just a room away. And keep in mind for those of you that are prepping for a big A race to happen within a month or two, you can come out early like cathy and get in a couple extra days of red blood cell multiplying training.

And don't forget that we do have some loaner bikes for those flying in, but limited in sizes and all road bikes. So if you want to save a few bucks give cathy a holler and let her know about what sizes you can ride, they are brand new carbon bikes with that new bike smell.

I'll be there! Likely with a plus one as my training buddy would like to make the trip this year.

Is this a Womens Only camp? Understand if it is, just asking.

Yes.

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Nashville, TN
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Hi there
Used to post occasionally, a few years ago... I just checked in again, randomly, and saw the info about this great-sounding camp! Seriously thinking about it. I'm training for my first Ironman (Lake Placid) so it could be helpful. Of course fun too. :-)
A few questions: is the closest airport LAX? I'd rather not rent a car by myself - any chance of sharing a ride or rental from airport or city of LA? (May come early or stay after in LA to visit friends.)
Is there any swimming?
Are there all people of all paces there? :-) I would want to do some good longish rides and would like company for them. I'm not super speedy.
Lastly, if I do come, I would loooove one of the loaner bikes. I'm 5'7" and think I could do a 51 or maybe 52 size. (My bike is a Giant TCR and it's a small so I'm not 100% sure of size by numbers.)
Thanks and hope that's not too many questions!
Mindy in NYC

Hey Mindy-

Usually as we get closer to camp, folks will start coordinating ride shares and whatnot. As of now, my plans are to be in LA for a couple of days prior to the camp and then head out there on Wednesday, leaving Sunday sometime depending on my return flight time. If those times work out for you, I would be happy to have you carpool with me and my friend, Michele. The two of us are training for IMC so there will be plenty of long rides for us. And yes, there are usually people of all speeds and levels of training. It all just seems to work out. Those that ride long work among themselves to periodically meet up along the way and no one has been left behind (to my knowledge). There is also a beautiful pool in Palmdale and we usually head there a couple of times during camp (depending on weather).

In terms of airports - LAX is not the closest airport. Burbank is the closest, I think. CLM will have to confirm. Ontario is also an option. I have always flown into LAX as that is where I can get the best prices on flights and rental cars.

Hope to see you in CA!

really wanted to make it work, but I think my best option is to head to Hawaii for my own training camp so I can race the crazy 263 mile bike race that weekend.

Thanks. Looks awesome and i hope to make it! I'd probably have a similar timeframe as you (re arrival/departure) so would love to share rides. Also, ha, just realized, don't know how "longish" my rides would be - as it will be so early in spring, but we'll see! :-)

Cathy, I'm mentioned this to my wife before a few times. She's currently injured and signed up for Tremblant so 2014 camp is not likely, but I hope she does it one of these years.

She's maybe only posted three times on ST in the last 10 yrs. I can see her showing up for the camp and introducing herself to you gals as "cerveloguy's wife". LOL!!

Tell her she is more than welcome! And it wouldn't be the first time someone who has never (or very rarely) posted, came to camp. We love that!

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Nashville, TN
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I'll mention it again, but probably not likely this year. Living in a more rural area she tends be a bit solo in her tri life so meeting other ST women would be a really good thing.

Newbie here-
So I take it this is a social get together with a little tri training on the side? ;)
And the location is somewhere near Burbank, CA.
Is there a limit to the number of people who can go (due to lodging limitations)?
I mean, when you use the word "camp" do you mean "in tents" or like the general use "training camp" kind of "camp"?
Thanks for clarifying.
space.monkey :)

Social + training. You can train as much or as little as you want. There will probably be someone in the same boat.

Location is near Valyermo, CA. About an hour from Burbank (depending on traffic.)

Yes, there is a limit, but that hasn't been an issue yet.

No tents. There is a B&B and once or twice we've put overflow into the "stabbin' cabin" and the camper, but no tents.

Here are some past reports:


http://tribabe.blogspot.com/...witch-triathlon.html

http://tribabe.blogspot.com/...witch-triathlon.html

http://tribabe.blogspot.com/...witch-triathlon.html

http://tribabe.blogspot.com/...end-of-tri-camp.html


http://runningirl.typepad.com/...g/2012/04/index.html

http://parentheticalstatement.wordpress.com/2013/04/

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Nashville, TN
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Hi, I am sort of one of those who rarely posts but am coming to camp!
Just bought plane tickets. It sounds too good to not go. :-)
So, I'd love to "reserve" one of the loaner bikes - I'm 5'7" and right now ride a Giant "small" size or if they go by numbers maybe a 51" ?
Is there anything else I need to do?
Sooooo looking forward to it!

The camp sounds awesome! What are the average bike paces that you're able to accomodate?

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Kind of hard to answer. It depends who comes and what they are training for. And, nearly every ride is either up or down. Very little flat (unless you go down to the desert floor, but we haven't done that for awhile).

But people do tend to sort themselves out and ride together.

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Nashville, TN
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Thanks! I ask because I tend to average 14 MPH on Moderately Hilly Terrain. I train and race at the Full Iron Distance (140.6) but tend to be at the "Back of the Pack" with average paced riders (ie. 16 MPH). ~Carla

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No problem. You'll fit right in.

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Nashville, TN
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I don't ride at all and I still really enjoy myself. Usually a group goes out in the morning then we do something to entertain ourselves in the afternoon.

Sally and I did this crazy run that we managed to get a bit turned around on. Thankfully she had a GPS map app on her phone. A lot of fun.

We do an outdoor swim that is amazing for those of us in the northern climates.

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

is that pool in seattle??
i will have to come swim there.
i am so envious!

No, it's a pool in Palmdale, CA. We do have a pool like that in Seattle, bit it's only open in the summer.

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This sounds awesome. CA is a bit far for me to travel that time of year (I'm a teacher so I can't take much time off) but I am interested to hear about what all the talk about Nasheville is.

OK, Monty is getting ready.

I have this list. We will need a hard count later, but just to get some idea, let me know if you are in.

Excited!!

clm
Kristi, Christina, Myriam
Gee
instigator +1
SallySP
JenSW
SDCali
seh
minniepearl
katcycle ?
space.monkey ?
Michelle D.???

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clm
Nashville, TN
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Christina and another friend, Myriam are coming this year.

I am SO excited for camp!

Still tentative. I have several trips already on the books for 2014, the biggest being a trip to Germany & Italy to tour a whack of auto factories (Porsche, Audi, Lamborghini, possibly Ferrari - yeah seriously - I have the best job!). It's either in May or Sept - if it's in May I'm out; if it's in Sept I'll be in. :-)

AP

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Hi and yes I am definitely in!
Details later to be sure.
Looking forward immensely! (Is that a word?)
Mindy

You are correct! I am in and will be joined by my friend Michele.

So does this mean that we'll have more people from Chicago area than from the entire state of California??

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I definitely want to come. Assuming work schedule/vacation time cooperates.

M

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Kristi and I decided that monty needs to teach us flip turns this year. I am failing miserably at them.

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

Must work on the somersault before you can master the flip. I teach the progression that makes it easy. Though when I was learning many, many moons ago, I gave myself a black eye from turning too close to an outside corner in my pool at home.

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I got the summersault but twist partway through and end up sideways. If I just do a straight summersault without adding the flip turn I come up fine.

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

many coaches, including my masters coach who wrote an article on this for the USMS magazine, advocate that you stay on your back as you push off (toes to the sky on the wall), and only twist after you push. But of course I will defer entirely to Monty for the lessons. :)

ETA: This one's from my tri coach. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkKs7QosHSo

My college coach made me switch to doing it that way, too. It's easier and faster to turn using your momentum after pushing off the wall.

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I won't be able to make it. :-(

Sucks, too, because I definitely need flip turn practice!

I would love to learn flip turns! Count me in for that for sure. I'm a clip turn failure. I need help. :-)

Ha I apparently also need proof reading help. Flip turn. Not clip turn.

clm
Kristi, Christina, Myriam
Gee
instigator +1
SallySP
JenSW
SDCali
seh
minniepearl
space.monkey ?
Michelle D.???

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Nashville, TN
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Just bought my plane ticket....

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Nashville, TN
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Just got home from an afternoon at Xantusia. Monty says hello to everyone, and Slowman is looking forward to our arrival too. Saw lots of bikes, but no dogs. Just a hint of snow left on the mountains. Flip turns and margaritas on the agenda!

So I have a friend who's started a new cycling/tri clothing company and will do small orders and one-offs. Anyone game for new Team Xantusia kits for camp?

Count me in!

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Me too!

I could be interested ;)

Oh hell yes, my tri top has been through heck & back. AP

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Okay, womens, I will get on this and start a new thread. My friend's company is http://www.icesportswear.com/
Let me know via email/pm if you want tri top, tri bottom, cycling jersey, whatever, and I will talk to him about pricing for the group. Who is our designer, and what are our trademark restrictions? :)

I so want to come but it will be like 2.5 weeks before Boston....

maybe next year

I'm in. Flight booked. I'm flying into LA if anyone wants to carpool/split a rental car, etc. Super excited!!!

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http://www.endurancezone.com

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Jen

"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

Tickets bought for me and michele. We arrive Tuesday night in LA and will likely spend the night there, do some sight seeing and head to camp on Wednesday afternoon/early evening. We leave Sunday night at 5 from LAX.

Are you coming this year Jen???? I thought I saw where you were waiting to make a decision...

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Susan Harrell
http://www.endurancezone.com

I'm flying in Tuesday night right now too. Is it just the two of you in the car now? Not sure about my return, may stay and visit with someone for a few days, post camp, in LA.

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http://www.endurancezone.com

I committed but with my knee problem it might not make sense for me to come if I can't even go for a run. I'm on the wait and see program right now.

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Jen

"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

You can be on the "drink margarita program" while we are out and about :)

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Susan Harrell
http://www.endurancezone.com

Come anyway, come early and I will take you on a tour of my animal path.

seh- Yes, it will be just Michele and I in our car. Our flight arrives around 8:30pm on Tuesday and it is our plan to stay Tuesday night in LA. As Michele has never been to LA, we will want to do some sightseeing (not sure what exactly) in LA on Wednesday before heading out to Xantusia Wednesday night. Our flight home on Sunday leaves LAX at 5:40pm. If that schedule works for you and you would be interested in carpooling, we would love to have you :)

So JenSW, how do you feel about the Seahawk's Superbowl win?

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Is there any swimming in this camp? I need to check out those blog write ups. Sounds fun!

There is usually a group who goes down to Palmdale to swim with slowman and Monty. Since I just started a swim camp this week, I'll likely be swimming at least once.

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Nashville, TN
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Are there any other costs than the daily charge? Other than getting there... :)

There is the obligatory 10% host tip, but other than that you can put your purse away and just enjoy the weekend!!! And don't forget to tip your bartender too! (-;

I hear he accepts really good tequila.

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Nashville, TN
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We reimburse Monty for the use of his swim punch card (a few $$), we contribute something new or lightly used to the Womens gift exchange, and sometimes we go into town for local cuisine (last year it was date shakes and tacos). You can easily get by with about $20 cash (plus tipping the host ;) ).

I want a camp for the mens of the Womens forum! This sounds like a ton of fun!!

Plus I want to meet Slowman and Monty - you two are triathlon royalty!

I might be up for a men's camp, not necessarily men of the womens, but any ST dudes that want to have a training party in Xantusia. I will give it some thought..

Very cool.

Isn't that pretty much what fit workshops are :-)

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

Me too! I am going in and out of Ontario this year. Arriving Wed. morning, departing Sunday afternoon.

Hi all -

I got some bad news on my knee that pretty much means I won't be doing much, if any, running during camp. I have no cartilage left under my kneecap and until I can get my leg/hip strength up I really won't be running.

I haven't been on a bike in 6 years and unless I can swim every day I won't be doing training. I don't think anyone will be up for a long walk in the woods.

If there is a waiting list I'll step aside so someone who will actually train can come.

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

I would be sad not to see you, Jen -- and you know that I always end up walking most of the Punchbowl run, so I would be more than happy to go on a long walk with you at least one day, and to swim many days. I'd also be glad to lend you my road bike, if you want to do a little cycling on 650 wheels.
G

Jen, I don't know you (don't know anyone!) and am sorry to hear about your knee. I'd be happy to go for a walk. I tore a ligament in my foot this past fall and am just starting a little bit of running now. So walking long sounds good. :-)
Also when I decided to come I was hoping to do some longer bikes - but I don't know how long they'll be considering I haven't ridden outside since December!! Too cold/snowy here in northeast. Been doing lots of indoor riding but...
Well, we shall see, I'm sure it will all be great and I am sooooo looking forward to this!
Mindy from New York
Oh PS I'm gonna be in LA Wednesday and would love to carpool. Flying out Sunday night.

No waiting list, so come! And welcome to the no-cartilage club.

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Nashville, TN
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I'll be happy to schlep to Palmdale for a daily swim! Having said that, I'm stuck with coming in Friday afternoon and leaving Sunday night. My transfer to Laguna from Vegas is effective April 1 and I'll be busy getting ready for the Grand Opening April 24.

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Hey Monty, are there any small bike frames around there I could possibly use or should I make arrangements to ship mine out? Thank you!! :)

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Susan Harrell
http://www.endurancezone.com

Seh, there aren't usually small frames, though there are a couple of smaller women, me being one, who have more than one bike that they bring up to camp. I will be bringing both my road and tri bikes , both 48s.

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If you want an idea of the area, check out The Wild Feathers new video and the outside shots are the high desert.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxjtZn_yRJQ

Can't wait to see the Joshua trees!!

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Nashville, TN
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We only have a couple small bikes, in the 51/52range, but as someone else pointed out, many of the local womens bring up extra small bikes, so you should be good to go leaving your steed at home. Maybe touch base and reserve one of those 48;s..

That would be great. Thank you so much…. I'm slightly addicted to cycling ;)

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http://www.endurancezone.com

I'll bring both my tri bike and an extra road bike in size 48, so you won't be without wheels for at least Saturday and Sunday.

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Hi!
I would love to use one of the loaner 51 or 52 bikes if at all possible/available.... I'm 5'7" and while it's totally generous of the local womens to bring smaller bikes (48) I think that is too small for me. Unless anyone has an extra 51-52 bike they could lend me?
Thanks!!
Mindy

Hey Mindy, let Cathy know, i think she is making a list of what everyone wants to ride. And you should be fine, you probably could fit on anything up to 54 i would guess, just need a shorter stem, which we have plenty of here. Assuming of course you have long legs like most the womens, usually gals your height have the same leg length as me at 5'10"!!

Hi Cathy
As Monty just suggested, I'm writing to request a "loaner" bike. I might have actually done that already but can't remember! :-)
51-52 perfect, or even up to a 54 probably fine as we can put a shorter stem on the 53/54 if needed.
Thanks!!! I am sooo looking forward to this!
Mindy

Thanks done!!

And I'm adding this too now in hopes others see it... Not sure exactly who to ask about thus, you or Cathy? Or wait til there?
In addition to all this swim/bike/run stuff, I'm an actress/playwright. I'm presently working on a one-person play about Ironman training. (I'm performing some of it at a theatre here in NYC next week!).
IF there were interest, I'd be happy to do a reading of some of it one night - in fact, would love to. (Very informally. I promise it is entertaining! And won't be too long - 30 minutes max!
I'd actually love feedback on it! So far only my theatre pals have heard it.
See you soon!

Might cut into the womens porn time, but i'm sure they could throttle it back long enough for us to see some of your show. And by porn, i mean the old tri videos of me that i make them watch every year..(-;

CRAP! Working 10-12 hours/day right now which sucks. But will pay for my new bike...

Email me your arrival and departure days and time, and airport. Also, if you may need a bike to ride and any dietary considerations.

Gracias.

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Nashville, TN
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I still need to buy tickets. My cat doesn't seem to be doing well so I hesitate to leave her. I am taking her to the vet tomorrow to get a grip on things.

If I do come, I will be arriving Wednesday evening and leaving Sunday, probably fly out late afternoon. LA likely since the flight will be cheaper.

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

I'm coming to camp on Thursday mid-day, departing on Sunday. I'm planning to bring my bike with me.

Should any womens be flying into Burbank on Thursday morning, I'm happy to give someone a ride. There will be a stop at the beautiful Santa Clarita pool followed by a trip to In-n-Out, but I think those are reasonable terms. :-)

Can't wait to see everyone!

M

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I am thrilled to see No-Cartilage-Jen and Just-Back-From-Hawaii-Michelle are coming to camp!

As always, I will be driving over the hill early Thursday morning with my tri bike. My road bike is a 44-cm frame, and it doesn't sound as if anyone needs one that small, so I probably won't bring it. Planning to leave Sunday. My work department is shutting down as of the 11th, so I will either be really happy or really stressed to be out of the office those days!

Will be in LA on Wednesday - and would like to travel to camp then. (Coming a couple days earlier.. Will not be at airport on Wednesday but could get there if needed for traveling to camp.). Leaving out of LAX Sunday night. No dietary restrictions. Would also love a bike preferably 51-52 but could probably fit on a 53 or even 54.

Driving up from Orange County on Thursday night and staying until Sunday afternoon.

I'll bring both my dwarf tri bike for myself and the 47 cm Trek road bike that anyone without a ride may use.

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Michele and I will be flying in to LAX on Tuesday night and hanging in LA on Wednesday morning (staying in Santa Monica). Plan on picking up seh somewhere in LA and heading to camp for Wednesday evening. We leave camp on Sunday mid-morning.

Michele and I will be mailing our bikes out to camp so we are good on that front.

In terms of dietary stuff, I am sure we cause issues. I am gluten free (per dr orders) and Michele is allergic to nuts, seafood, fish, and raw eggs. We both function well in most circumstances so I am sure we can make do with the normal stuff Monty usually keeps in the house. It may just mean we eat left overs or sandwiches for dinner on certain nights if Monty keeps his usual menu for the week.

I'm flying in and out of Ontario this year. Arriving Wed. morning around 11:00 - heading straight to the house. Flight home Sunday evening - will leave the house mid-day. I'm shipping my road bike ahead, so I won't need to use a bike.

Can't wait to see everyone!

Who am I missing?

Name Arrival Departure Airport Other Cathy Morgan (ironclm) Tues. Sun. LAX needs 51 cm (maybe) Susan Harrell (seh) LAX needs S bike Deanna (instigator) Wed. Sun. LAX GF; p/u she Michele Wed. Sun. LAX w/Deanna Gail (Gee) Thurs. Sun. drive Kristi McE (Kristi) Wed. Sun. ONT Mindy (minniepearl) Wed. Sun. LAX needs 52 cm Sally (SSP) Thurs. Sun. drive has extra 48cm bike Suzanne (SDCali) drive has extra 48cm bike Jen (JenSw) Wed. Sun. LAX tentative Michelle (mdraegerpnw) Thurs. Sun. BUR Meg Fri. Sun. drive tentative

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I'm heading up wednesday evening, staying through sunday.

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Christina and Myriam - I don't have their travel plans yet, but I *think* in Wed. night and out Sunday. I'll see them tomorrow and will try to find out.

I'm sorry everyone but I'm out. Multiple reasons: work re-org and projects, plus Olive isn't doing well.

I put the decision off as long as I could but we have an exec review next week and I don't know what the result will be. I need to be here for any fallout.

Plus, if anything happens to Olive while I'm away I'll never forgive myself. The vet seems to think her cancer has come back. I'll know more next week. She's too important to me to risk being away. If you've ever had pets you'll understand.

My second vacation in less than 6 months that I've had to bail out on :-(

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

:-((

My thoughts are with you and Olive.

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I"m arriving late Tuesday night, hitching a ride Wednesday and Sunday…. I think I'm going to go ahead and ship either the TT or road bike. Haven't decided which one yet.

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So how does this work in terms of getting to camp if we're flying in? I would love to share a ride with someone, should I post or reply directly to those who look like they may be traveling same days as me?
Thanks again!
Mindy

In terms of dietary stuff, I am sure we cause issues. I am gluten free (per dr orders) and Michele is allergic to nuts, seafood, fish, and raw eggs.//

I'll have plenty of stuff for you womens, i too am gluten free these days so i have some alternative stuff. And in the 9 years of this camp, i never served a raw egg…(-;

I'd say go ahead and post here. I suspect everyone who's attending is keeping an eye on this thread, but if you're concerned, you can reply to them directly.

Michelle

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I travel quite a bit with Michele so I am know her allergies but thought I would confirm so I said allergies are: "nuts, seafood, shellfish". She replied back with "and raw egg" and the conversation went something like this:

M- don't forget raw eggs
D- I am pretty sure we will not be having raw eggs
M- but raw egg is in all kinds of food
D- like what?
M- baked Alaska
D- Where do you think we are going? the 1950s?
D- I think I'll tell Monty you only eat Rocky style smoothies. Nothing but raw eggs for you.

Thanks Michelle!

Sooo I would like to travel to camp from LA anytime on Wednesday and return on Sunday. I have an evening flight on Sunday. Would be happy to share expenses but would rather not rent a car myself.

Deanna, do you have room for one more person? Or anyone else of course already driving, great.

I promise not to bring any raw eggs. :-)

So, I'm changing my schedule and heading to camp on Wednesday, probably arriving mid-day.

Mindy, if you are still in need of a ride and can be somewhat near Burbank, I'd be happy to give you a lift. See earlier post about my itinerary of awesome Santa Clarita pool and In n Out beforehand. ;-)

Can't wait to see everyone!

M

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So bummed that I will be missing Camp this year. Saturday, April 5th is a big 50th celebration for my lifelong friend...we have known each other 49 years. You all have a blast and enjoy one of Monty's Margaritas for me! Cheers, Meg

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"Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing!" Helen Keller

Hi Michelle, I hope you are doing well! Sorry I will miss having fun with you and the other ladies this year. Drop me a line at meg.shea13@gmail.com when you have a chance. Cheers, Meg

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Meg

"Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing!" Helen Keller

minniepearl - I think we can work something out! I sent you a PM so be sure to check your inbox.

Bike was dropped off at FedEx yesterday and arrival date is in the 10 day forecast!! Can't wait!!!

Hi Michelle and thanks!

I'll let you know in a day or so... Think I have a ride with Deanna. (Although the pool and In n out sounds fantastic.). It's more a matter of convenience. I can probably get to Burbank without too much hassle but not sure..
In any case, I will let you know and look forward to meeting you!!
Mindy

I'm down to only one night and Sunday this year. As the new California club opening coincides (ARRRRGH) with Womens' Camp, I have to work all days until Saturday at 4. Once I am free of the job-monster in Orange County, I will pedal my Fred Flintstone-mobile as fast as I can to Xantusia.

At this point, I'll sleep in the barn if I must, just to get away from work for one day. Monty, hold that margarita until I get there!

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Well, this sucks. I'm still sick and after multiple doctors appts (even the ASAP - allergies/sinus/asthma/pulmonary clinic), my head/sinus thing isn't getting better and no flying and rest.

Drink a couple of margaritas for me. And Sally, there should be room so you don't have to sleep in the barn!

For the new Womens - Monty will keep you fed and entertained, plus there are enough regulars to show you the ropes. Take lots of photos!

My one consolation is that I may get my new bike next week! Well, two - I also get to see Kristi in April!

Here is the list. In my exhausted state, I hope I didn't miss anyone. Have fun!!

Susan Harrell (seh) Wed.
Deanna (instigator) Wed.
Michele Wed.
Gail (Gee) Thurs.
Kristi McE (Kristi) Wed.
Mindy (minniepearl) Wed.
Sally (SSP) Sat.
Suzanne (SDCali) Wed.
Michelle (mdraegerpnw) Thurs.
Christina Wed.
Myriam Wed.

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clm
Nashville, TN
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Cathy, that super sucks. I hope you feel better soon! Camp will not be the same without you.

FWIW, I'll be arriving on Wed this year.

M

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Gosh, with everyone coming in Wednesday, maybe I will too -- I will think about it (so much easier to drive in the am).

You're NOT COMING??? Are you planning to be sick all of next week too?

Camp won't be the same without you Cathy :-((

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Y'all will have fun even without me. My body is telling me stop.

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Nashville, TN
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Feel better, clm! Come later in the summer and we will have margarita mile round 2.

For the womens attending -- I have a closetful of unworn drifit shirts and other random items...are we having a Saturday night swap this year (please say yes)?

I have stuff packed for the swap!!!

And can someone do something about Wednesday weather? It is reminiscent of 2012 :(

I'm also bringing stuff for the swap, so yes, please!

M

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I have some running shirts I was going to donate but realized maybe the womens at camp would like them. If I put them on a UPS truck today, would they get there by Friday do you think?

If yes, PM me the mailing address and delivery address, I'll go with either USPS or USP depending on cost.

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

I have stuff packed for the swap too - so I say yes as well! See you guys tomorrow!

Also, don't forget to use the directions on Slowtwitch - don't try to use your GPS - you won't get there.

I sent a couple running shirts for the swap so I can at least play along even though I won't be there.

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

Maybe we can skype? Let us know what stuff you're in the market for! I'll ship it to you.

Getting ready to do my laundry. Packing up in the morning, and heading up after work (working a half-day afternoon). So I better get off here and get to work.

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If you have any of those hockey puck towels I'll take one of those. I love the one I got last year. It stays on my passenger seat of my car since everything gets put on that seat.

I plan on actually doing some open water swimming this year and that one would be perfect.

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Jen

"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

I didn't see this before I left for the airport and (spoiler) didn't bring any towels this year, but I think we still have some at home - I will send you one!

That would be awesome! They are really nice.

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"In order to keep a true perspective on one's importance, everyone should have a dog that worships him and a cat that will ignore him." - Dereke Bruce

If anyone needs anything, let me know and I'll stop by my local Tri shop on my way up.

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Excuse me, but you womens are falling down on the job. WHERE ARE THE PHOTOS?

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clm
Nashville, TN
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very slow internet, gee is taking plenty of pictures

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I'm on my way!!! 2 hours to arrival-hold a margarita for me!

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