One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
Jun 7th 2008, 7:39 am
#76
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
[QUOTE]Oh now come on Hutch, there was no call for that whatsoever and you know it. Bang out of order.[/QUOTE
he's good at that.
he's good at that.
Jun 7th 2008, 7:53 am
#77
'In limboland'
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
Well hello stranger, how are you?
Jun 7th 2008, 10:02 am
#79
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
When does the Iron Man competition start?
Jun 7th 2008, 10:39 am
#80
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
Next big things cycle racing wise are the Cootamundra Handicap (120km) at the end of Aug, then the 207km Fitz' Epic (ACT) at end Oct, then when we return from our Xmas in Vegas and SF I have the 200km Alpine Classic in Bright (Vic) at the end of Jan.
busy busy
Jun 7th 2008, 11:05 am
#81
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
Well I was doing the Rydges Half IM again this year (Yeppoon, QLD), but I've decided against it, so the next serious hit out will either be Canberra Half IM in Dec or IronMan NZ (Taupo) next March.
Next big things cycle racing wise are the Cootamundra Handicap (120km) at the end of Aug, then the 207km Fitz' Epic (ACT) at end Oct, then when we return from our Xmas in Vegas and SF I have the 200km Alpine Classic in Bright (Vic) at the end of Jan.
busy busy
Next big things cycle racing wise are the Cootamundra Handicap (120km) at the end of Aug, then the 207km Fitz' Epic (ACT) at end Oct, then when we return from our Xmas in Vegas and SF I have the 200km Alpine Classic in Bright (Vic) at the end of Jan.
busy busy
Jun 7th 2008, 11:35 am
#82
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
Well I was doing the Rydges Half IM again this year (Yeppoon, QLD), but I've decided against it, so the next serious hit out will either be Canberra Half IM in Dec or IronMan NZ (Taupo) next March.
Next big things cycle racing wise are the Cootamundra Handicap (120km) at the end of Aug, then the 207km Fitz' Epic (ACT) at end Oct, then when we return from our Xmas in Vegas and SF I have the 200km Alpine Classic in Bright (Vic) at the end of Jan.
busy busy
Next big things cycle racing wise are the Cootamundra Handicap (120km) at the end of Aug, then the 207km Fitz' Epic (ACT) at end Oct, then when we return from our Xmas in Vegas and SF I have the 200km Alpine Classic in Bright (Vic) at the end of Jan.
busy busy
Jun 7th 2008, 12:12 pm
#83
Joined: Jul 2007
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
I'll say and you must be super fit too.
At 43 it gets a bit harder each year
Geez, glutton for punishment aren't you! The Canberra Half IM is pretty challenging - is that the one that does the 3 lake swims and several local mountains as well. Most of the entrants do it as part of a team, there arent that many individuals.
The Half Ironman is 1.9km swim, 90km bike (done on a time trial bike which has a more stretched out position than a normal bike) and a 21km run. It can be done as a team (not all of them can, but Canberra allows it). I always do them as an individual.
The full Ironman is double those distances and in general don't allow teams, but a couple in the US allow it.
Like most things, its relatively easy to do (just train, train, train) but very hard to do well (a good time for my age group is about 5hrs30 for the Half IM and sub 11hrs for the Full IM).
Jun 7th 2008, 9:16 pm
#84
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
[QUOTE=hotel44;6437534]
you mention virtually nothing of the wonderful sides to Britain- the culture, galleries, theaters, nightlife, bustling cities, rolling hills, cultural awareness (i.e. the world doesnt simply consist of Australians/Americans) the constant opportunities to develop and better yourself, the proximity to Europe, the desire as a nation to see and experience other places. I could go on.
for every negative side of our country there are 5 positives and the fact that these issues are by no means exclusively British. Many of the negative things that you say about Britain are not solely a British problem but exist to varying degrees in many places; yes Britain (and most of the world) has a knife-crime issue, but every other bleeding American is packing a gun!!! And while what you say about the problems with people claiming benefits in the UK can be frustrating, no system in any country is foolproof, and i'd rather live in a country that has a system that offers help to people when they need it, because you never know where you'll find yourself one day.
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This is spot on
you mention virtually nothing of the wonderful sides to Britain- the culture, galleries, theaters, nightlife, bustling cities, rolling hills, cultural awareness (i.e. the world doesnt simply consist of Australians/Americans) the constant opportunities to develop and better yourself, the proximity to Europe, the desire as a nation to see and experience other places. I could go on.
for every negative side of our country there are 5 positives and the fact that these issues are by no means exclusively British. Many of the negative things that you say about Britain are not solely a British problem but exist to varying degrees in many places; yes Britain (and most of the world) has a knife-crime issue, but every other bleeding American is packing a gun!!! And while what you say about the problems with people claiming benefits in the UK can be frustrating, no system in any country is foolproof, and i'd rather live in a country that has a system that offers help to people when they need it, because you never know where you'll find yourself one day.
(QUOTE]
This is spot on
Jun 7th 2008, 9:32 pm
#85
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
Nah if I was really fit I wouldn't need to do all this training At 43 it gets a bit harder each year
No, I think you might be thinking of the Sri Chinmoy LD adventure race (which is swim, mtb ride, run, swim, mtb etc) They are a different kettle if fish (very hard also) and can be done as a team or individual.
The Half Ironman is 1.9km swim, 90km bike (done on a time trial bike which has a more stretched out position than a normal bike) and a 21km run. It can be done as a team (not all of them can, but Canberra allows it). I always do them as an individual.
The full Ironman is double those distances and in general don't allow teams, but a couple in the US allow it.
Like most things, its relatively easy to do (just train, train, train) but very hard to do well (a good time for my age group is about 5hrs30 for the Half IM and sub 11hrs for the Full IM).
At 43 it gets a bit harder each yearNo, I think you might be thinking of the Sri Chinmoy LD adventure race (which is swim, mtb ride, run, swim, mtb etc) They are a different kettle if fish (very hard also) and can be done as a team or individual.
The Half Ironman is 1.9km swim, 90km bike (done on a time trial bike which has a more stretched out position than a normal bike) and a 21km run. It can be done as a team (not all of them can, but Canberra allows it). I always do them as an individual.
The full Ironman is double those distances and in general don't allow teams, but a couple in the US allow it.
Like most things, its relatively easy to do (just train, train, train) but very hard to do well (a good time for my age group is about 5hrs30 for the Half IM and sub 11hrs for the Full IM).
Jun 7th 2008, 11:55 pm
#86
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
Crikey Quoll...a woman of many talents...and there's me just summoning up the energy to walk the dog! Just ate a pack of chocky biscuits (therapy for frustration to find hubby STILL hasn't done anything about getting his CV together - not exactly the man with no brain, but certainly the man with no initiative - sorry all, just letting off steam - otherwise I have to eat the other pack too!!!)
Jun 8th 2008, 12:12 am
#87
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
Crikey Quoll...a woman of many talents...and there's me just summoning up the energy to walk the dog! Just ate a pack of chocky biscuits (therapy for frustration to find hubby STILL hasn't done anything about getting his CV together - not exactly the man with no brain, but certainly the man with no initiative - sorry all, just letting off steam - otherwise I have to eat the other pack too!!!)
Aaah, so that's where he has been when he says 'he's off to work'.
Jun 8th 2008, 12:51 am
#88
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
I never said I knew you. Totally don't want to either. Actually you're the most unbalanced, nasty poster I've ever read on here, but you're entitled to be, so hey carry on...! I won't be reading it though, life is too short and apparently a heatwave in Spain today. Sunbathing to do... and the Polo's on, that's me sorted.P.S Newsflash: You didn't rattle any cages by critisizing the UK. Swearing and name calling usually do it. And this is you being happy???? Wow.
In all fairness you do not know the OP. However, you were quick to jump on him as were all the others who don't share his opinion.
Because he has an angry looking avatar (which btw is a ref who is always angry) you attribute that emotion to him.
Time to realize that you are inflicting your emotions to his words. He didn't come across angry and the name calling started with others and not with him.
Suggestion: Pull back, take a breath and go play elsewhere.
Rete
SM
Jun 8th 2008, 2:45 am
#89
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
Yes, a regular Walter Mitty. Mine currently believes there's no need to expend any energy in all that silly 'planning and organising stuff', he's far more content acting out the life of a lap dog, to be pampered and pandered over. Finished the biscuits AND half a family bag of crisps!
Jun 8th 2008, 6:31 am
#90
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Re: One Year back in the UK: My Reflections
In all fairness you do not know the OP. However, you were quick to jump on him as were all the others who don't share his opinion.
Because he has an angry looking avatar (which btw is a ref who is always angry) you attribute that emotion to him.
Time to realize that you are inflicting your emotions to his words. He didn't come across angry and the name calling started with others and not with him.
Suggestion: Pull back, take a breath and go play elsewhere.
Rete
SM
Because he has an angry looking avatar (which btw is a ref who is always angry) you attribute that emotion to him.
Time to realize that you are inflicting your emotions to his words. He didn't come across angry and the name calling started with others and not with him.
Suggestion: Pull back, take a breath and go play elsewhere.
Rete
SM
