Monday, January 31, 2011

Input needed on a possible new swim workout at a new location: Mount Rainier in Des Moines.

Raise the Bar is looking at adding a new swim class at Mount Rainier Pool in Des Moines. It would most likely be on Tuesday's from 8-9 PM. With Coach Courtney! The cost would be the same as our other RTB workouts which works out to $8 per workout ($64 per 8 week session). Please email me at kathy@weraisethebar.com to let me know if you would be interested. We need about 12 people to get this started. And if you know of someone that might be interested that did not hear from me, have them email kathy@weraisethebar.com.

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Last Day to Return for $99

If you’re a 2010 team member planning to renew, it’s time to get on it!  It’s the last day to renew your membership for $99.  After that, everybody registers at $119.  https://weraisethebar.com/signup/

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Trail Safety Meeting 7-9pm tonight

If you frequent the Lake Wilderness or Cedar River trails, try and make the community trail safety meeting at the Lake Wilderness Lodge tonight.  Creepy stuff happening out there…let’s help do something about that.  Thanks for passing the info along, Dean.  I’ll be there!  Patty

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Friday, January 28, 2011

Local Pro Rhae Shaw is selling some stuff!

Contact her here if you’re interested:  rhaes@me.com

Wheel Hard Case 

Clam Shell from 

NEW (never been used)

Clam Shell Case

Made of High Molecular Weight Polyethylene to the same high standards as our Olympic-tested Wheel Safe. Designed to carry 2 wheels. Includes high-density foam padding, two outer straps, two Velcro straps and casters for easy handling The case interior measures 28.5"L x 28.5"W 10"H and weighs only 15 lbs.  $319.95 MSRP

$225

Hard Bike Case

Velo Safe Pro Series Custom Road

USED

Designed for road bikes and ITU clip-on's. Same features as Original Velo Safe, made of High Molecular Weight Polyethylene, simply remove both wheels, turn handlebars and attach to fork mount, then secure the chain stays , wheels and off you go. No need to disconnect cable runs, brakes or derailleur. Interior measures 47"L x 15"W x 26"H and weighs 35 lbs. External measurements are 51"L x 18"W x 32"H (includes casters)

$549.95 MSRP

$275

2 X U Wetsuit

NEW (Tags still on)

Women’s Size Small V1 Velocity Full Suit

$350

2 X U Wetsuit 

Used - a lot of wear and tear

Women’s Size Small V1 Velocity Full Suit

I have had a hole in it repaired (you cant tell), and it has the usual nicks and seam pulls from wear.   Also has the body glide residue on it.  

It is my main suit - i raced Australia in this instead of the new one... so you you know its still in race shape.   

$125

Speedo Pull Buoy

NEW (has not been used, tags are removed)

grey and pink

$7

Speedo Top

NEW (Tags still attached)

Women’s Bathing Suit Top 

(I race in these under my tri singlet)

Size Small 

$15

Zoot Sports Mesh Sport Pack

NEW (has not been used, but tags removed)

Red and Black

 $35

Blue Seventy Neoprene Cap

Used -  worn once

Size S/M

$10

Timex HR Monitor 

Used - monitor and watch

the watch is grey and black.  i am not sure if it is a mens watch or not.  i used it because the display numbers were so large for such a small watch.

includes watch and strap and instruction book.

all the bells and whistles - it is the high end watch (but doesnt seem to have the model number on it): waterproof, 30 lap, HR monitor, alarm, timer, HR zones, workout review....

$20

TYR Goggles

NEW  (in package)

Nest Pro Nano - Metallized

one grey, one white

$15 for both

Giro Aero Helmet

Used - wear and tear

Giro Advantage 2, Size M

$45

Zoot Mesh Pool Sling Pack

New (Tags Removed)

For your swim kit - fins, pull buoy etc.

$10

Aquasphere Alpha Fins

NEW (not used, but no longer in box)

Size S/M i wear a size 10 women’s shoe (8.5 mens) 

$20

Medium Tension Cord

Used - perfect condition

for PT and strength training exercises.

$10

Body Glide 2.5 Oz

New - in package 

$10

Specialized Helmet 

Used  - wear and tear 

Hasn’t been crashed on, but it has been worn and flown a lot.  It would make a good rain helmet, travel helmet or would be good for a kid.  I just want it to go to a good home.  That helmet has seen a lot of miles.  

White with Silver and Pink

$15

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NEW Beginner Swim Technique Class open for registraton!

Raise the Bar has opened another 4 week Beginner Swim Technique Class starting Feb 16 from 8-9 PM at the Kent Meridian Pool with our newest coach Courtney. If you are new to swim, this is the class for you! Sign up here: http://weraisethebar.com/swimtech.html

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Many sweaty RTBers spotted at 24 hour fitness in Kent at 5:30 this morning:

Dagmar Fronek, Gene Partridge, Jill Kramer, Robin Payment, Toby Mollett, Deb Cox. Beat that LA Fitness Groupies!
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Thursday, January 27, 2011

Multisport Season Kick-off and big Giveaway - 2/11 at Roadrunner Sports

Any Multisport dabbler, newbie, or seasoned vet is invited to the 3rd annual Multisport Season kick-off event presented by Raise the Bar.  Win some race entries, gear, clothing, pick up some free gifts, and visit with other multisporters.   RTB members get great discounts – if you’re not on the team, this isn’t a bad night to join!   www.weraisethebar.com/2011kickoff.html

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Friday, January 07, 2011

Great Ironman Meeting last night - Thanks Everybody!

Thanks to the RTB coaches and Laura O’Meara from Powerbar for coming out to the Ironman meeting last night at Kent Easthill Physical Therapy.  There’s a group of more than 30 Ironbound RTBers this year and we shared information about training, nutrition, injury prevention/treatment, equipment, clothing..you name it.  If you weren’t able to make it last night but want the info sent to you, let Patty know!

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