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Carlos Pineda — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 06:28:27 GMT

This was a great recap Simon! I couldn't agree with you more on your points. I had a blast being out there with the team but I was not overly impressed with my first "m dot" event. I think I'll just have to try another city and see if that Ironman event runs smoother.

Comment on Camarillo Marathon

Michelle Ladcani — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 03:34:55 GMT

Thanks for sharing, Simon; always great to know these things before/if you are going to do the race. How about the Morgan Hill Marathon next year? I'm thinking it may be a better, small town marathon.

Comment on Camarillo Marathon

Geoff Wieczynski — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 03:02:35 GMT

Mr Re-Boston Qualifier:

Well done! What an epic performance in crappy conditions.

Go Hokies!
Geoff

Comment on Camarillo Marathon

Simon — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 23:26:20 GMT

Danica, you're absolutely right...I forgot about that! There was one port-a-potty around Mile #19 but it had nothing to do with the race...it was for the farm workers. Great point about the lack of medical staff, too! Congrats to you on an excellent race, despite the conditions.

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J Brad — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 17:25:02 GMT

Fascinating. This is a well written and well organized account. Many can learn from your insights.

Comment on Camarillo Marathon

J Brad — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 17:17:06 GMT

Hey Simon - I enjoyed reading your account of the Camarillo event. Congrats on qualifying for the Boston Marathon again. I certainly admire you and anyone who has the discipline to train for andcomplete any marathon in the kinds of times you are running.

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Stacey — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 16:53:00 GMT

It may not have been a PB but still a fantastic time! Well done!

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Danica — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 16:41:45 GMT

Hey! I ran that race too! It was definitely barren out there and you also forgot to mention there were no portapotties... ANYWHERE! The cups were missing as well, which was hilarious. Also, I almost got ran over on my way to the finish line... people leaving the half marathon were not paying attention and I wasn't THAT slow! I also noticed a GLARING problem. There was absolutely NO medical plan and I wouldn't even want to know what would happen if someone went down. Great job out there despite the circumstances!

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Donna — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 13:55:22 GMT

Great recap of the race. I was there, volunteering, while my friend/coached raced. It was a super tough day and the race logistics were questionable to me. Couldn't believe they ran out of some things at aid stations on the course. And athletes being turned away for medical help? Redunkulous!

Comment on I'm Finally an Ironman

Geoff Wieczynski — Sun, 02 May 2010 15:31:11 GMT

Simon:

Congrads on your epic day. 140.6 is a tough distance. It was great to follow you all day--you had tons of people pulling for you.

It was an amazing day!