Weekend Swim/Bike/Run Training Schedule (aka "Home Base" Training)

[Brian Swalla]

Hi everyone,

To help us all get ready for the upcoming Mainiac triathlon, we are planning a weekend Swim/Bike/Run group training event every weekend between now and the big race!   Each weekend, we'll have a chance to train together and practice a full distance swim, bike and run course equivalent to a Sprint triathlon.  We've already had two events (each a smashing success!) and there are at least 5 more scheduled!   The current schedule and summary of all events can be found in the spreadsheet below: 

Weekend Swim/Bike/Run Training Schedule

All skill levels are welcome!  The atmosphere will be inclusive and supportive.   Based on who is in attendance, we may spilt up into groups to bike or run at different paces, or we may all stay together.  During the swim, we will generally stay together.  No one will be left behind. 

Each event will take place at a different location around the greater Portland area.    Each event will have one (or sometimes two) "lead" or "host" person(s) who will select the day's courses based on their experience with the region and their interest in sharing favorite training courses with other TRIDEXXers.  The host will provide instructions with regard to start time, meeting place, training courses, parking, etc.   

Detailed information for each event will be found in a dedicated forum thread that will be created by the event host.  The event thread is a good place to look for updates, ask questions about the event, and/or let the host person know that you will be attending.   For convenience, we'll aim to put links to each event thread in the schedule file above.  

In the event of cancellations or other important updates, the host person will serve as the primary point of contact, and they will provide their cell number to aid in any last minute communications.   Please also consider adding your contact information on the TRIDEXX contact info list so that we may reach you if necessary (e.g. change of plans due to weather).

These events are a great opportunity to train and practice your race skills and also get to know fellow TRIDEXXers.  We hope to see you out there!

Happy training,

The TRIDEXX steering committee