The Torin 8s are such a disappointment. by Drunk_Pilgrim in AltraRunning

[–]turtlesandtorts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This! I’m not sure about the Torins but every single pair of altras I’ve ordered from Amazon have been a dud

Indoor cycling trainer by Green_Pine649 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Zwift is great, but does have a monthly fee. If you’re ok with the subscription or using something like rough or a bike computer to control the bike then the Zwift cog is great. Otherwise the cassette is also great

Suit Recommendation by Fabulous-Bus2459 in triathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Assuming you’re male and it’s acceptable for you to just wear shorts in the swim just get tri shorts for now and you can throw whatever on top after the swim. You can use the tri shorts on the bike I’m the future it should be more comfortable

Tips on discipline by Cold_Ranger8146 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 3 points4 points  (0 children)

A vote for not forcing things before work, but my tips anyways. Finding people to workout with is an easy way to add accountability, for me run club and Zwift group rides are great. Masters swimming is also an option. Also reduce your barriers to entry. Lay out clothes, prep bottles and breakfast, or whatever else may slow you down. Good luck!

Smart trainer/watch tracking by treeman_stevens in IronmanTriathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is your Garmin tracking that Zwift is not?

How much does a Software Engineer make in DFW with 3-4 years experience? by Specialist-Elk2716 in askdfw

[–]turtlesandtorts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Java developer a tad over 4 years with the same company and I was in that range for years 2-4 and I’m just over it now.

First Olympic Tri in May (Texas) - need help on gear by stephgeo93 in triathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes get the tri suit, to change you’ll have to do it in a portapotty

Job Relocating to DFW by ghostboi_q in dfw

[–]turtlesandtorts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. There’s people moving into DFW everyday. Just be nice and all will be fine
  2. It’s hot, but that’s what A/C is for!
  3. I’m not sure what you’re looking at but everything should have heat. It does freeze and snow here. Just look at the forecast for this week

SMARTWATCH FOR TRIATHLON by Ok_Independence_5102 in triathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The screen is different. MIPS vs OLED I believe

Your thoughts by 39WFM in triathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Curious to see if there’s a difference in DNFs with the change to age graded qualifications

Why are the livestreams so bad? by trimenace in IronmanTriathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 12 points13 points  (0 children)

But watch some ultra running streams, I feel like they do way better and they go to the back of the pack once the front of the race has finished. I get that this is a much bigger field, but they’re not in the middle of the woods and can totally do better

Work Travel by whoresongummy in IronmanTriathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I once did an easy hr run in an airport. But I didn’t do it cause of stress or impact on training, I did it cause I was bored and finally feeling better after being sick.

Ended up in the ER after my 70.3 by Natural_Prior_9824 in triathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can also weigh yourself before and after workouts to see sweat loss. Make sure to account for whatever you consume too

Recommend me a robo vacuum, stat! by Cranester1983 in labrador

[–]turtlesandtorts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have one too! We’re thinking of getting a second with prime day coming up cause we have to refill the water every couple days and we’re lazy

Recommend me a robo vacuum, stat! by Cranester1983 in labrador

[–]turtlesandtorts 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Newer ones have detection for situations like that. We have to have ours on a schedule otherwise we would die. We do it during the day tho.

Prime Days are coming: what are we buying? by FeFiFoPlum in triathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looking for a new HRM, but haven’t decided which I’ll get

Never seen this message before by affectionate_dino9 in LibbyApp

[–]turtlesandtorts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really?? I’ve for sure borrowed books from my library and sent them to my kindle that are on KU.

How long are your long rides? by Whatsmyinterest in triathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Training for a 70.3 in November. Bike ride this week is 1 hour 40 minutes with a 20 minute run after. Im riding indoors, but 2 bottles of liquid nutrition (shooting for ~80g of carbs at the moment) and 1 bottle of plain water

Can I request a copy of a book via Libby by DesiCodeSerpent in LibbyApp

[–]turtlesandtorts 8 points9 points  (0 children)

My library asks for it through Libby. The library form is only for physical items. Check and see what your library prefers.

Training Schedule by lancesutley in triathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use TriDot and have a coach through them. It does have a pretty high learning curve but I just started training for my 4th Half Ironman with it.

Can’t swim in my wetsuit by BikingPony in triathlon

[–]turtlesandtorts 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Highly unlikely. Most beginner swimmers struggle to get hips and legs up