i am an IRONMAN

[Synpax]

yesterday i conqured florida ironman. i almost didn't make i, but what is importantis i finished and got up early this morning to register for next years.

 

[arejay]

congrats!!

 

[Anthrax Invasion]

Damn, what did it involve?

 

[Synpax]

Swim 2.4 miles in the rough swells of the Gulf of MExico rushing in with 2500 other swimmers all kicking and shoving like sperm going after an ovum.

Bike 112 miles in the mid-day heat.

Run a marathon (26.2 miles).

Back to back. About a 5-10 minute transition between each, just enough time to change clothes.

 

[Anthrax Invasion]

Jesus christ. I'd never wanna do that. Endurance simply isn't my thing. Definitely can see how that would be hell, though. Congrats to you, man.

 

[dawookie]

Thats awesome synpax!

How long did the entire event take?

 

[36drew]

Wow. That is a pretty amazing feat! Congratulations.

 

[Dial_tone]

Nice job. I'm shooting for that one in 2007 or 2008, depending where i'm living then.

 

[Synpax]

Thats awesome synpax!

How long did the entire event take?

Thanks.

Almost 17 hours. Just under the time limit.

This year it will be under 12. Count on that.

 

[Dial_tone]

Was the bike leg hilly? I know its Florida but still. I'm thinking if the first two legs go as I imagine (fat chance) I could run half the marathon and walk half.

 

[dawookie]

I looked at the site and this years florida ironman registration is already closed. I wouldnt be ready to do it this year anyway, but youve got to know well in advance that you're gonna do this.