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Saturday Jun 1, 2013 #
Event: Foot-O - Two Day Classic
1 PM
Orienteering race (Day 1 (2 day classic)) 1:08:38 [4] 5.25 km (13:04 / km) +115m 11:47 / km
ahr:164 max:184 25c shoes: Salomons XR Mission
So decided to go down to both days after all. Managed to miss 3 turnoffs on the way there today - blah terrible start what kinda nav is that! - on entry into the event wasn't expecting the bumps past the 2nd gate - almost took out my front bumper - hahah whoops - lucky I have a 4wd of sorts - otherwise would've been in trouble. still managed to get it to kiss the dirt though.
Took a new friend along (Polly) who was a first timer and new to WA too.
Jumped straight onto the Expert 1 as a team of two.
However before even getting on the way managed to meet Tooms and Jen who most conveniently parked right next to my car. After a 2 minute chat we set off. See - thought he would be a good bloke and he was (Jen your word can be trusted)
1:5000 gosh its not hard to overshoot - luckily enough we didn't and quickly adjusted - Polly's last map was the romaine training so I think it was a bit of a readjustment for her but she was right on it once she realised on point 1.
Started nicely and the course was great - plenty of rocks to roll your ankle (did try a few times but survived) on but not much annoying stuff - could have gone sans the gaitors certainly. (in before someone points out I should master english before using french in my posts).
Realised on the way to 4 (I think) that I didn't start - GPS and HRM so got them going - so I have added about 200m above and 5 in climb (close enough).
Progressed really well from this point- Polly's Nav was quite good and using almost no compass both of us agreed and moved pretty quickly point to point.
8 to 9 we way overshot and had to back track about but fixed up the mistake within a suitable (by my standards) time frame. Was right behind Andre (I think) then. and watch him contour around to 10 as we straight lined it he was obviously putting some ground on us but as we watched we saw him shoot over 11 towards 16 (whoops andre). we grabbed the lead back from him but only for a moment as he steam rolled back past us.
13 to 14 we went south of the boulders after contouring most of the way there (bet my routegadget will show otherwise) - bad choice - should have gone up the hill like we first thought. Ended up searching around and those for a while then going down towards the fence line before correcting back up to the point.
From this point onwards nav was spot on hit pretty much every point with ease and jogged most of the way around the whole course.
Went way east of 23 whoops and then proceeded to run across the rock outcrop at a reasonable pace - here is where I managed to catch my right foot in what was a slow motion visit to the ground for the first 3 or so steps was a thought of maybe I could recover this - that quickly became a no chance in hell situation - I started to extend both arms to brace for impact but realised if I face plant on this my wrists are gone and so is a lot of other possible areas. Initiate a Parkour roll over right shoulder - swear I almost came back to my feet but was back up within seconds anyway. Got away lucky that time a graze on the shoulder but the backpack took the grunt - well the camelpac did and I soon felt water gushing down my legs :( oh no - but wasn't that bad the orange holder had come off thats all - so reasonable result.
Back on a trot and finished nicely - wanted to do another but regos had closed and as it was 14:30 on the dot didn't want us to start and E2 - oh well - went back to car - had another chat to Tooms - who had cruised past us on his was to 21. Then off homeward bound.
Bit of road kill as some parrots decided to stay on the road :( hate that so much. but car was fine.
Looking forward to tomorrow.
Toenail was all good today - a few little blisters forming on my big toe side of foot so may need to tape for romaine - also decided to surgically remove 1 old blister when I got home - but as i cut it i found out that it had refilled ... oh well :(
All in all a very good day - Polly was a keen marine so we may have another BO member in western suburbs soon. I think Emma is going to come out tomorrow with Polly and I and maybe 1 extra so could be up to a team of 4 of us. Looking forward to it.
Took a new friend along (Polly) who was a first timer and new to WA too.
Jumped straight onto the Expert 1 as a team of two.
However before even getting on the way managed to meet Tooms and Jen who most conveniently parked right next to my car. After a 2 minute chat we set off. See - thought he would be a good bloke and he was (Jen your word can be trusted)
1:5000 gosh its not hard to overshoot - luckily enough we didn't and quickly adjusted - Polly's last map was the romaine training so I think it was a bit of a readjustment for her but she was right on it once she realised on point 1.
Started nicely and the course was great - plenty of rocks to roll your ankle (did try a few times but survived) on but not much annoying stuff - could have gone sans the gaitors certainly. (in before someone points out I should master english before using french in my posts).
Realised on the way to 4 (I think) that I didn't start - GPS and HRM so got them going - so I have added about 200m above and 5 in climb (close enough).
Progressed really well from this point- Polly's Nav was quite good and using almost no compass both of us agreed and moved pretty quickly point to point.
8 to 9 we way overshot and had to back track about but fixed up the mistake within a suitable (by my standards) time frame. Was right behind Andre (I think) then. and watch him contour around to 10 as we straight lined it he was obviously putting some ground on us but as we watched we saw him shoot over 11 towards 16 (whoops andre). we grabbed the lead back from him but only for a moment as he steam rolled back past us.
13 to 14 we went south of the boulders after contouring most of the way there (bet my routegadget will show otherwise) - bad choice - should have gone up the hill like we first thought. Ended up searching around and those for a while then going down towards the fence line before correcting back up to the point.
From this point onwards nav was spot on hit pretty much every point with ease and jogged most of the way around the whole course.
Went way east of 23 whoops and then proceeded to run across the rock outcrop at a reasonable pace - here is where I managed to catch my right foot in what was a slow motion visit to the ground for the first 3 or so steps was a thought of maybe I could recover this - that quickly became a no chance in hell situation - I started to extend both arms to brace for impact but realised if I face plant on this my wrists are gone and so is a lot of other possible areas. Initiate a Parkour roll over right shoulder - swear I almost came back to my feet but was back up within seconds anyway. Got away lucky that time a graze on the shoulder but the backpack took the grunt - well the camelpac did and I soon felt water gushing down my legs :( oh no - but wasn't that bad the orange holder had come off thats all - so reasonable result.
Back on a trot and finished nicely - wanted to do another but regos had closed and as it was 14:30 on the dot didn't want us to start and E2 - oh well - went back to car - had another chat to Tooms - who had cruised past us on his was to 21. Then off homeward bound.
Bit of road kill as some parrots decided to stay on the road :( hate that so much. but car was fine.
Looking forward to tomorrow.
Toenail was all good today - a few little blisters forming on my big toe side of foot so may need to tape for romaine - also decided to surgically remove 1 old blister when I got home - but as i cut it i found out that it had refilled ... oh well :(
All in all a very good day - Polly was a keen marine so we may have another BO member in western suburbs soon. I think Emma is going to come out tomorrow with Polly and I and maybe 1 extra so could be up to a team of 4 of us. Looking forward to it.
Thursday May 30, 2013 #
6 PM
Orienteering (Lightpole) 47:40 [3] 6.57 km (7:15 / km) +62m 6:56 / km
ahr:164 max:185 12c shoes: Salomons XR Mission
First timer at light pole - arrived with seconds to spare and ended up delaying everyone a few mins while fletch gave me the 411 - sorry all.
Should have looked at the map really first because would have opted to go north first had I thought for a few second - oh well. collected 12 - jogged a fair bit but with intermittent walking. proving fitness is definitely not where it needs to be!
First time running since 12 hr and in the Salomons - found them amazing light and very comfortable - a tiny bit of pinching on my left big toe but im sure as the shoes break in a bit more that will go - either that or blister proofing there for 24 hr.
Anyhow progressed nicely through course and as I flipped the sheet to start the second side i thought I wonder what time I am at - 43 minutes -eek legged it home from there and came in at 4740 not too bad for first time.
Big toe reassured me that its still got issues later in the night toenail still intact though so maybe the run was enough to push it over the edge - guess time will tell.
Running in the jacket wasnt pleasant by the end and in fact was more of an annoyance and turned out quite cold at the end when having a chat to shane, ricky et al.
Hardly felt I earned all the shitty food I had today - also should really stretch been feeling tight and sore and my old mans knees are letting me know about it!
Looking forward to the weekend but I have heard that Tooms clown will be there so that will take the shine off it.
edit 1 - oh also I am starting to see the benefit of Garmin over iPhone - I deny ever making this statement.
Should have looked at the map really first because would have opted to go north first had I thought for a few second - oh well. collected 12 - jogged a fair bit but with intermittent walking. proving fitness is definitely not where it needs to be!
First time running since 12 hr and in the Salomons - found them amazing light and very comfortable - a tiny bit of pinching on my left big toe but im sure as the shoes break in a bit more that will go - either that or blister proofing there for 24 hr.
Anyhow progressed nicely through course and as I flipped the sheet to start the second side i thought I wonder what time I am at - 43 minutes -eek legged it home from there and came in at 4740 not too bad for first time.
Big toe reassured me that its still got issues later in the night toenail still intact though so maybe the run was enough to push it over the edge - guess time will tell.
Running in the jacket wasnt pleasant by the end and in fact was more of an annoyance and turned out quite cold at the end when having a chat to shane, ricky et al.
Hardly felt I earned all the shitty food I had today - also should really stretch been feeling tight and sore and my old mans knees are letting me know about it!
Looking forward to the weekend but I have heard that Tooms clown will be there so that will take the shine off it.
edit 1 - oh also I am starting to see the benefit of Garmin over iPhone - I deny ever making this statement.
Monday May 27, 2013 #
6 PM
Walking 3:00:27 [2] 13.51 km (13:21 / km) +208m 12:24 / km
ahr:119 max:142 shoes: Salomons XR Mission
Decided to go for a walk.
Started walking was enjoying so kept walking :P 3hrs later got home.
3rd day in a row doing leg work - legs are definitely feeling it a bit. particularly when this walk also included 1 km up the beach from south city beach to city beach.
Bold hill was nice too.
No new blisters so I think the shoe breaking in must be getting close to done. Am struggling a little with a good tightness for the lacing but ill get there... also need some thicker socks as feeling the impact factor on my feet a bit more today.
Ankles recovering nicely after the smashing they took on Sunday - its about the only thing I am unsure on with these shoes - they don't give enough support on the ankle I think anyway.
Mmm what to do tomorrow - walking is a tad long and boring and definitely need to rest legs until Thursday and try make lighto this week.
Started walking was enjoying so kept walking :P 3hrs later got home.
3rd day in a row doing leg work - legs are definitely feeling it a bit. particularly when this walk also included 1 km up the beach from south city beach to city beach.
Bold hill was nice too.
No new blisters so I think the shoe breaking in must be getting close to done. Am struggling a little with a good tightness for the lacing but ill get there... also need some thicker socks as feeling the impact factor on my feet a bit more today.
Ankles recovering nicely after the smashing they took on Sunday - its about the only thing I am unsure on with these shoes - they don't give enough support on the ankle I think anyway.
Mmm what to do tomorrow - walking is a tad long and boring and definitely need to rest legs until Thursday and try make lighto this week.
Sunday May 26, 2013 #
Event: OAWA Relay Championships
Orienteering race 1:40:00 [4] 8.0 km (12:30 / km)
ahr:164 max:184 shoes: Salomons XR Mission
A bit of guessing going on here didn't take my iphone and pack with em for a change.
Flogged myself as hard as I could but wasn't fast! Nav was pretty good generally never felt lost and generally came out where I wanted to I was just slow.
Breaking in the new shoes still - went over on ankle awkwardly a few times need to lace them tighter - injinjis where nice thanks to whoever tipped those - will be getting some more!
Ian and I managed exactly the same time on one of the routes so pretty well paired. Only bad bit was I finished the second leg and was told mass starting all those that need to go still so I had to run up download and restart - was gutted because was looking forward to sit down!
Heart rate indicated a good hit out (guess the amount from memory as cant be assed getting watch atm)
Struggling now - headache kicking in as per the norm - feet are a bit sore - first run since the 12hr rogaine.
Incidentally (question to the floor) - blisters I got at the rogaine had completely disappeared resurfaced today (no fluid or pain - assuming just the loose skin) is it better at this point to remove this skin so blisters don't continue to reoccur of just let the loose skin heal back over time?! I know your not supposed to pop/remove them initially but its been quite some time now and I think the healing process must be done underneath?
Good chance will team with Ian for the 24hr too - so was a productive day.
Flogged myself as hard as I could but wasn't fast! Nav was pretty good generally never felt lost and generally came out where I wanted to I was just slow.
Breaking in the new shoes still - went over on ankle awkwardly a few times need to lace them tighter - injinjis where nice thanks to whoever tipped those - will be getting some more!
Ian and I managed exactly the same time on one of the routes so pretty well paired. Only bad bit was I finished the second leg and was told mass starting all those that need to go still so I had to run up download and restart - was gutted because was looking forward to sit down!
Heart rate indicated a good hit out (guess the amount from memory as cant be assed getting watch atm)
Struggling now - headache kicking in as per the norm - feet are a bit sore - first run since the 12hr rogaine.
Incidentally (question to the floor) - blisters I got at the rogaine had completely disappeared resurfaced today (no fluid or pain - assuming just the loose skin) is it better at this point to remove this skin so blisters don't continue to reoccur of just let the loose skin heal back over time?! I know your not supposed to pop/remove them initially but its been quite some time now and I think the healing process must be done underneath?
Good chance will team with Ian for the 24hr too - so was a productive day.