Long time member, infrequently post within forum....
However, questions exist.
Signed up to race Ironman Cervia (Italy) in September 2024.
Live in Michigan (USA).
50 year old Male with life goal of doing 1 Ironman within each age group up through late 60s or early 70s. Recently entered a new age group!!! Hooray!
Completed 4 previous Ironmans (2012, 2013, 2018, and 2021) as well as a few 1/2 Ironmans.
Race goal: about 12.5 - 13.5 hours
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A couple of questions...
1. I plan to rent a bike through FBR (French Premium Bike Rentals). Has anyone experienced pros or cons of renting through them? Note: My desire is to vacation for a week after the race, and I do not want to lug the bike on the trains and to/from this AirBnB to that AirBnB. The bike rental is for simplicity and vacation enjoyment but I could still opt to bring my bike if the forum can provide great options.
2. Medical Clearance through DokeOp. In order to race in Italy, you need to get approved medically. There are 4 options, and only 1 applies for me, I think. It says...
"I have other annual license (non-European Federation)
• In this case, you must upload your annual license in Dokeop. We also recommend to check with your Federation that you are covered to compete in Italy.
• Additionally, you must upload a medical certificate valid for triathlon competition.
Does anyone know that the USAT Annual Membership includes the ability to compete in Italy? I assume it does, but want to be certain. It looks like I'll need to upload some sort of medical certificate as well. Would a primary care physician be able to fill out that form and/or provide that certificate?
3. Flight is through Bologna. We've visited Rome and Florence recently. Looking to explore other areas in the area (ie. Venice). Besides Venice, what should we do post race in late September?
Cheers,
Brian
However, questions exist.
Signed up to race Ironman Cervia (Italy) in September 2024.
Live in Michigan (USA).
50 year old Male with life goal of doing 1 Ironman within each age group up through late 60s or early 70s. Recently entered a new age group!!! Hooray!
Completed 4 previous Ironmans (2012, 2013, 2018, and 2021) as well as a few 1/2 Ironmans.
Race goal: about 12.5 - 13.5 hours
--
A couple of questions...
1. I plan to rent a bike through FBR (French Premium Bike Rentals). Has anyone experienced pros or cons of renting through them? Note: My desire is to vacation for a week after the race, and I do not want to lug the bike on the trains and to/from this AirBnB to that AirBnB. The bike rental is for simplicity and vacation enjoyment but I could still opt to bring my bike if the forum can provide great options.
2. Medical Clearance through DokeOp. In order to race in Italy, you need to get approved medically. There are 4 options, and only 1 applies for me, I think. It says...
"I have other annual license (non-European Federation)
• In this case, you must upload your annual license in Dokeop. We also recommend to check with your Federation that you are covered to compete in Italy.
• Additionally, you must upload a medical certificate valid for triathlon competition.
Does anyone know that the USAT Annual Membership includes the ability to compete in Italy? I assume it does, but want to be certain. It looks like I'll need to upload some sort of medical certificate as well. Would a primary care physician be able to fill out that form and/or provide that certificate?
3. Flight is through Bologna. We've visited Rome and Florence recently. Looking to explore other areas in the area (ie. Venice). Besides Venice, what should we do post race in late September?
Cheers,
Brian