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Off to IM Camp

Me on the bike in the Vancouver Triathlon 2008



Jonathan Caron on the bike in Ironman Canada 2007
(2nd place finish)
He looks a little more comfortable on the bike than I do.



Today I am driving up to Penticton BC with some of my SAA BFFs to start our IM Camp.

We are all looking forward to an epic amount of training. I have to admit that I am still not 100% comfortable on my awesome tri bike. I bought my tri bike last summer from pro triathlete Jonathan Caron (the bike he is riding in the photos is now my bike) and have been riding it on the trainer all winter. Riding the bike on road is a different story though.

This weekend will definitely give the me practice I need and build my confidence.

Happy Training!



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BEADLE said…
GOOD LUCK WITH THE TRAINING 337 !

your,
Bro
April 9, 2009 at 11:23 AM
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