This is shaping up nicely......

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Awww, Katy's not all THAT evil. Only slightly evil. In a good way. - JasoninHalifax

you'd definitely have a great time. xantusia is an awesome place to kick back and do as much or as little training as you want. monty makes sure that everyone's well fed and here's hoping that emilio's back again for some out of this world margaritas. i'm a big time lurker and attended last year not knowing what to expect but the ladies are amazing (duh!!) and the camaraderie can't be beat. although you'd have a great time in scotland (ewan mcgregor - yum!!) you should give xantusia a shot. you won't be sorry.

halliet

Tell me more about this...

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"How bad could it be?" - SimpleS

Looks like the Devil Dog Du is a 5k/30k/5k duathlon all within Camp Pendleton. Link is here:

http://www.camppendletonraces.com/duathlon.html

You can race alone or a 2 person relay.

It would be fun. I've done a 1/2 marathon at Area 43 (hilly!). BUT....you are talking about a 2.5 hour drive (one way).

clm

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clm
Nashville, TN
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Bah, 2.5hr drive is not worth it... Another time.

AP

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"How bad could it be?" - SimpleS

aw, I'm getting so jealous that I can't go! but hey, being in China and doing an Ironman will be fun too :)

yeah, wow Caliman was back in 2004 right? it's been a while! I hear you're faster now ;)

p.s. I used to think Normann was hot until I saw him crying on national television. and that belly button tattoo doesn't quite do it for me. now Craig Alexander on the other hand....

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Sounds like an awesome time.

Do I have to provide proof that I'm Swedish?

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Not if you know the secret Swedish phrase....

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clm
Nashville, TN
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considering this was all I could think about at work today, I think I'm 99.7% convinced to come. :)

OK then, maybe I'll go the name change route instead. I won't have to pronounce it "Schtadler" though will I?

more like a 90 minute drive each way. I live a couple of miles from base and door to door from my place to Dan's is 115 miles, highway the whole way.

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Your house to the site though is a good 30 minutes. It's way back there.

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clm
Nashville, TN
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I agree that it would be a neat idea if it was really convenient, but to fly all the way there, drive to Xantusia, get up super early to drive 2 hours to a race, race, and drive 2 hours back would be exhausting and a lot of travel. We'd be missing a lot of why we went to Xantusia, like the Devil's Punchbowl and that damned TT hill. (not to mention the dogs, hot tubs, and margaritas!)

I'll bet today you could SKI that hill!

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clm
Nashville, TN
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OOOOOooooooh, and I'm a MUCH better skiier than I am a cyclist! :)

I think you could ski the grapevine today.

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Awww, Katy's not all THAT evil. Only slightly evil. In a good way. - JasoninHalifax

We'd be missing a lot of why we went to Xantusia

Very true. Can't miss any drinking and hottubbing now can we!?

race starts at 8:30, but you are right in that it would take up the better part of the morning and put a bit of a damper on things Friday night for those glas that are planning on racing.

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Professional Running, Cycling and Multisport Coaching, F.I.S.T. Certified
http://www.tripower.org

[reply][font "Arial Black"][#ff0080][size 5]What: WOMEN OF SLOWTWITCH TRAINING WEEKEND v.3 [/size][/#ff0080][/font]

[font "Arial Black"][black][size 4][#bf0060]Who:[/#bf0060] All women of ST.
For you lurkers, don't feel that there is some "Slowtwich posting level" that you have to meet. EVERYONE (gals) is invited.

[#bf0060]When:[/#bf0060] April 17, 18, 19, 20 (Thursday thru Sunday) (unofficial Wednesday start, if it works better for your travel plans)

[#bf0060]Where:[/#bf0060] Xantusia (Valyermo, CA).
The best airports are Ontario or Burbank (about an hour), LAX or Long Beach are also options, but are 90 minutes or more (maybe way more depending on traffic).

[#bf0060]How much?[/#bf0060]
$ per/night for accommodations and food to be determined (Gourmet chef and all food and drink are included). $50 deposit due by March 15th please.

[#bf0060]What is included?[/#bf0060]
Accommodations, food, drink, wi-fi internet access (bring your own laptop), open kitchen, but Monty will cook for us. Past menus have included tri tip steaks, Monty's special salmon, lasagne, and all the healthy (and non healthy) trimmings). Perks include hot tub and lots of loving puppy dogs!

[#bf0060]What will we do?[/#bf0060]
Swim, bike, run; socialize; hear stories from Monty and Dan; sit in the hot tub; eat, drink, laugh A LOT; make some fabulous friends. Also included will be discussion of the new Team Xantusia. Maybe a couple other surprises in the offering. Possible bike fitting by the master (must schedule in advance, subject to Dan's availability).

[#bf0060]Do I have to come the entire time? [/#bf0060]
No, if it doesn't fit your schedule...come one day, two days or all three. If you are local and just want to day trip, train and eat, that's fine too (but RSVP and pay in advance please.)

[#bf0060]Is this just for Ironman people?[/#bf0060]
No! Sprint, Olympic, Ironman, slow, fast, serious, not so serious…something for everyone.

[#bf0060]What about us dudes? [/#bf0060]
Sorry, but no, unless your name is Normann Stadler or you are Swedish.

[#bf0060]Do I need to bring my bike? [/#bf0060]
It’s recommended, but it’s possible that loaner bikes will be available. Must inquire and reserve in advance.

[#bf0060]What about shipping my bike? [/#bf0060]
Shipping is no problem. Just use UPS and send to 17116 Bobs Gap Rd, Valyermo, CA 93563....attention: Mark Montgomery.
[#bf0060]
Questions or to RSVP: [/#bf0060]PM or email ironclm

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clm
Nashville, TN
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I'm in for round three!

Cathy, do we send our deposit to you or Monty?

I'm interested. I just need to check flight prices from Chicago to see if it will be financially fessible for me this year. If anyone else would be traveling from Chicago, please get in touch. Maybe we can coordinate travel.

[reply]I'm in for round three!

Cathy, do we send our deposit to you or Monty?[/reply]

Send to me and I will collect all.
Checks should be made out to Mark Montgomery.

If everyone could make sure I have your email, I'm updating my spreadsheet. ;-)

clm

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clm
Nashville, TN
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Ditto...see you at St. Anthony's!

UPDATED........

What: WOMEN OF SLOWTWITCH TRAINING WEEKEND v.3

Who: All women of ST.
For you lurkers, don't feel that there is some "Slowtwich posting level" that you have to meet. EVERYONE (gals) is invited.

When: April 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 (Wednesday thru Sunday) (unofficial Wednesday start if it works better for your travel plans; otherwise, Thursday)

Where: Xantusia (Valyermo, CA).
The best airports are Ontario or Burbank (about an hour), LAX or Long Beach are also options, but are 90 minutes or more (maybe way more depending on traffic).

How much?
$60 per/night for accommodations and food/drink (Gourmet chef and all food and drink are included). $50 deposit due by March 15th please; fully refundable up to 2 weeks prior. Cancellations closer than 2 weeks, talk to Monty. Partial fee for 1/2 days with late arrival or early departures.

What is included?
Accommodations, food, drink, wi-fi internet access (bring your own laptop), open kitchen, but Monty will cook for us. Past menus have included tri tip steaks, Monty's special salmon, lasagne, and all the healthy (and non healthy) trimmings). Perks include hot tub and lots of loving puppy dogs including a new one!

What will we do?
Swim, bike, run; socialize; hear stories from Monty and Dan; sit in the hot tub; eat, drink, laugh A LOT; make some fabulous friends. Also included will be discussion of the new Team Xantusia. Maybe a couple other surprises in the offering. Possible bike fitting by the master (must schedule in advance, subject to Dan's availability).

Do I have to come the entire time?
No, if it doesn't fit your schedule...come one day, two days or all three. If you are local and just want to day trip, train and eat, that's fine too (but RSVP and pay in advance please.)

Is this just for Ironman people?
No! Sprint, Olympic, Ironman, slow, fast, serious, not so serious…something for everyone.

What about us dudes?
Sorry, but no, unless your name is Normann Stadler or you are Swedish.

Do I need to bring my bike?
It’s recommended, but it’s possible that loaner bikes (Kuota) will be available. Must inquire and reserve in advance.

What about shipping my bike?
Shipping is no problem. Just use UPS and send to 17116 Bobs Gap Rd, Valyermo, CA 93563....attention: Mark Montgomery.

Questions or to RSVP: PM or email ironclm

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clm
Nashville, TN
https://twitter.com/ironclm | http://ironclm.typepad.com