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Hotsheet
November 5, 2009
by Tim Sheeper
In this edition:

Grinder-Orbit

The last grinder of 2009 is coming up this Saturday November 7.  Grinder #4 is Bohlman Road and On Orbit.  A rather catchy name for a challenging little climb through the neighborhoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains.  The entire ride is 75 miles leaving from Burgess.  The general route is Foothill-Highway 9-Saratoga/Los Gatos Road-Bohlman-Orbit-Black-Skyline-84-Burgess. Remember all you have to do is complete 3 of the 4 grinders to be eligible for the team grinder award (Osmond lobbied for only 3 and won).  Mike Osmond will be sagging the ride again. 
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=3296705


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San Diego Tour

It has been a year in the making and we are now leaving for the adventure in a few short days.  

As of the moment 10 riders will be enjoying the entire 5 days, and another 7 are making it a 3 day tour to Santa Barbara. There also seems to be a number of riders on the fringes making plans for 1-2 days of touring.

The riders are:
The 3 day riders
David  Greenwood
Kim  Freitas
Chris Anderson
Jeff  Solomon
Eduardo Llach
Mimi Winsberg
Steve LeSuir
 
The 5 day riders:
Doug Fujii
Michele Santilhano
Rich Silva
Michael Salemeh
Jason G
Derrick Hanson
Cindy Welton
Cara Barr
Hani Juha
Tim Sheeper
More info on the tour can be found at:
http://www.teamsheeper.com/events/palo_alto_big_sur_san_diego_bike_tour.php


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2010 Triathlon Schedule

Hawaii 70.3
Miami 70.3
Ironman Arizona

Thank you to all those who responded to the survey regarding focus races in 2010.  It appears that the proposed races, Hawaii 70.3 in June and  Miami 70.3 in October, have received more than enough interest by team members to  justify their selections as Season One and Season Two destination focus events.

There has also been strong interest in Ironman Arizona for November 2010.  If you plan on doing the race, or are just thinking about doing the race there is still plenty of time to register.  In fact, registration has not even opened yet.  The event will sell out; the unknown is how long that will take.   Anyone interested in this race must know that registration will open online Monday, November 23 at 12.00 pm. Make your decision between now and then and then be prepared on the day.

At the present we have 12 athletes who are committed to racing and I am certain that more will join in as the time draws near.  Our team has a great deal of experience taking large contingents of athletes to Ironman races with much success.

A new and improved Ironman team training program will put in place this year to assist everyone in achieving their Ironman goal.  The program will begin the first week in August 2010.
Event websites:
http://www.ironman703hawaii.com/
http://www.ironmanmiami.com
http://www.ironmanarizona.com/

Special Ops 2010 Schedule is coming soon!


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Bike Clinics with Hani

Coach and bike book author Hani Juha will conducting three bike maintenance clinics in the next two months.  These clinics are geared toward the beginner to intermediate experience level.
The vitals are:

Clinic #1-Repairs
Monday November 9, 6:00-7:30pm
Holbrook Palmer Park
Repairs-Tube, Tires, Chains
 
Clinic #2-Adjustments
Monday November 23, 6:00-7:30pm
Holbrook Palmer Park
Adjusting-Brake, Derailleurâ?Ts, and Headsets, Hubs
 
Clinic #3-Replacements
Monday December 7, 6:00-7:30pm
Holbrook Palmer Park
Replacing- Cables, Brake Pads, bottom brackets

Always bring your bike.  Hani will send out specifics via google groups as the date of each clinic approaches.


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Endurance Sports Nutrition Presentation

Our very own Dr. Mimi Winsberg will be presenting information regarding endurance sports nutrition and how it relates to triathletes:

Wednesday December 9, 2009 at Holbrook Palmer Park Carriage House in Atherton, 6:00-7:30pm.

Mimi volunteered in this years Hawaii Ironman Medical Tent, and she attended presentations hosted by Gatorade who does ongoing research on endurance sports nutrition.  Some new information has been presented that is really fascinating and may assist all of us in reaching optimal performance.  The topics are:

1. Sports Nutrition and Performance; optimizing training adaptations
2. Supplements; what works?


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The Runners High becomes Fleet Feet

The Runners High a long time fixture in the Menlo Park running community is becoming a Fleet Feet running store.  There is new ownership and the entirestore has been remodeled and expanded and it looks fantastic.  Team Sheeper still enjoys the staff's great service and a generous shoe and gear discount. 

There is going to be a grand opening and Health Fair with all the surrounding hoopla from Nov. 12-15, 2009.  Stop by have a look, buy some needed gear.  Here is their weekend agenda.
Thursday-shoe day, vendors and a clinic before an evening fun run. 
Friday-Diva Day, with sports bra fittings and massages.
Sunday will be a family day with a stroller walk, face painting and other kid's activities.


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Triathlete of the Year Party

Save the date, Saturday December 12, 2009 at Sally and Joel's house in Portola Valley across from the Windy Hill parking lot.

Who will be the next triathletes of the year?  Current TOY's Mike Osmond and Cindy Welton will be presenting the new and most likely very surprised new Triathletes of the Year for 2009. 
Other awards recipients that will be recognized are:
The Grinders (3 of the 4 rides).
Double Ironman team challenge athletes. (Athletes who competed in team races equally two Ironmans)
King Series Champions will also be recognized. (King Pin, Lap King and Donut King)

5:00-Cocktails
6:00- Dinner
7:00-2009 Year in Review Show
7:30-Awards Presentation
9:00-Second Dessert

An evite will be sent out at the end of November.


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King Series

This is a three event series, only for the wild and free spirited athlete.  If you are tired, sore, and cranky please stay home.  For those who are brave enough to test their athleticism the agenda is as follows:

1. King Pin-(Run and Bowl) Thursday December 3, 6:00pm Burgess-M/A track and Redwood Bowl
2. Lap King-(Swim and Drive) Tuesday December 8, Burgess Pool and Malibu Gran Prix Track (rain reschedules)
3. Donut King-(Bike and Eat) Saturday December 19, 8:30am Burgess and Donut King-Redwood City.


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Trampoline Night - SkyHigh

An unbelievably good workout.  Yes, a room full of trampolines to test your balance, timing, strength and endurance.
When:  Monday November 30
Time:  6:30-7:30pm
Check in: 6:15pm
Where: Santa Clara

I have reserved 15 jumping spots.  Please RSVP with me so I can adjust our reservation accordingly.  There is
a small fee associated with this event.
For more info:
http://sjc.jumpskyhigh.com/
To complete the waiver ahead of time:
http://sjc.jumpskyhigh.com/downloads.php


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Killer Quad

Wanna Swim?  If you do, there is plenty of opportunity coming up.  The Killer Quad is our annual holiday swim series where we abuse 100's ... be a part of the madness.  It is more fun than can be described in words.

50x100's-Thanksgiving Nov. 26
75x100's-Christmas Dec. 26
100x100-New Year's-Jan. 2


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Clyde Wilson Clinics

If you have never heard of Dr. Clyde Wilson or have never been to one of his presentations you are in for a treat if you attend.  Dr. Clyde has a passion for his work in nutrition and delivers the information just a passionately.  His information is completely science based with a heavy emphasis on research data.  Everything he conveys has hard science data as backup.  He is offering two clinics.

Complete Nutrition (including weight loss)
Tues 10 Nov, 7-8:30 pm at SMI in Palo Alto

Weight Loss Workshop,
Wed 18 Nov, 6:30-8 pm at SMI in Palo Alto

For more information or to register, go to:
http://drclydewilson.typepad.com/


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