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Harry Williams 1:57:12 2nd M65-

69.

Michael Ervolina see story

Lisa Sandusky - 11:18:30

Nina Griffin - 13:48:45

Laura Toll 26: 57 2nd Place

Mark Davis 26:57

Beverly Davis

Sharon Evering 21:52

James Cass 22:11

Jim Martin 27:42

Andrea Toll 35:19

Lindsay Fisher 35:19

Phil Findley 22:48

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by Michael Ervolina

It came to an end on

a dark street in Pa-

nama City Beach. I

lay crumpled on the

ground in pain, my

stop watch read

16:51 and I just

passed mile marker

25. In the distance I

could hear the cheer

of the crowd and

Mike Reilly's voice

saying those won-

derful words "...you

are an Iron-

man." But, for this

year at least, those

words would not be

for me.

Three days before the race, I hit the beach for a warm up swim. The Gulf's conditions were better suited to

surfing than swimming, with six foot waves pushing me back to shore. The current pushed hard, so I found

myself almost swimming in place. Not being a strong swimmer, I hoped it would calm down or I was in for a

very short day.

One of the many aspects of Ironman is that you are expected to complete each discipline in a certain amount of

time. You must complete the swim in two hours twenty minutes, for example. At the athletes meeting I

memorized the cutoff times, I wanted to make certain that I made each of them.

All along I felt that if I could make it through the swim, I could make it the rest of the day. I awoke on race

day to much calmer seas. It felt as if today would be my day. My wife, Robin, and daughter Alyss walked me

down to the swim and gave me encouragement, I would take that with me for the rest of the day.

DNF Does not define you.

Spirit and courage define your sportsmanship

The current was still strong and

pushed all but the strongest swim-

mers off course. I made the first

1.2 mile lap before the 1:15 cut-

off. But, my second lap involved

a diagonal swim against the cur-

rent, which slowed me down. By

the time I hit the shore I was only

5 minutes away from being elimi-

nated. I had to be on my bike in

15 minutes or my day was over. I

saw Robin at the beach cheering

me on, it was a wonderful sight. I

was in a bit disoriented coming

out of the water, but quickly re-

covered.

The bike leg had some challenging

points, mostly the 15 mile an hour

winds would chill the bones and

slow the bike. But finishing my

bike with a strong split, I felt great

going into the run. Coming out of

the changing tent were Robin and

Alyss taking pictures, it was going

to be a great run, I could feel it.

I decided that a 15 minute mile would enable me to conserve energy and beat all of the remaining cut offs. As

I set out on my run I was energized by all the people that came out to cheer us on. Most of them were locals

and they really went all out, many of them in costumes or with cute signs. Things were right on track, until

about mile 10. My back began to feel sore, I assumed it was just some fatigue and I kept pushing on. I made

the first 13.1 mile lap and once again saw Robin's smiling face. She said to me "You got this!".

Then came mile 17, my back pain had become more pronounced and my 15 minute miles became 17-18 min-

utes. But, I still had plenty of time to finish. I'm not sure at what point it happened, but someone passed me

and said "Are you all right?" I realized that I was completely bent over, trying to run. By mile 18 my lower

back was in full spasm. Even as I tried to stand up, I couldn't. And every step was painful. But, I pressed

on. I imagine I was quite a sight, walking bent over like a cave man. When I would pass aid stations they

would say "Are you ok?" "Yep, I'm fine." But, I wasn't.

Michael preparing to venture into the Gulf

of Mexico

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FLAT REPAIR CLASS

We will now be scheduling

our Free Flat Repair Class

every third Tuesday of every

month. The next class will be

September 21st at 7:00 p.m.

Hope to see you all there.

SHOP RIDE IS BACK !!

The shop ride is back. Sundays

7:30 a.m. meeting in front of the

store going to Safety Harbor and

back. This seems to be a favorite

route of all the riders and look

forward to seeing everyone come

out for the ride. This is a "A"

group ride and should possess

the skills to ride in a pack safely

and be able to go 40-60 miles

averaging 18-24 mph. With that

said it is a no drop ride.

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The course got darker, colder, and emptier and I

moved slower and slower. The only thing that was

increasing was the pain. I ticked off the

miles...19...20...21...22. By mile 24 I was in complete

pain, I couldn't run, I couldn't stand up, and I couldn't

stop.

It was during those painful seven miles that I learned

the most. I learned that I could handle anything that

was thrown at me as long as I had the right atti-

tude. On those dark lonely roads I learned that failure

comes in not starting, not in not finishing. I realized

how blessed I am to have an incredible family and a

wonderful group of friends. I have been overwhelmed

by love and support.

Until I hear the words "...you are an Ironman", this will remain unfinished business. I will try again and continue until I

succeed in crossing the finish line. I view this day not as a failure to finish, but as a success to be built upon.

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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Richards Run

5K Ybor City

Friday Evening

6

AquathonWinter

Garden

7

Tri Rock Series

Orlando

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Turkey Trot

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November 2010

San Antonio Hill Beginners ride. Saturday 8:00 am This is a 25 mile out and back. You must have com-pleted this distance before doing this ride is the only rec-ommendation. Will not let you get lost or left behind. Email Mark at Mdavis6054@aol.com for directions.

7:30 am Saturday Urban Ride @ Carrollwood Bike Shop 7:30 am Sunday Suncoast Ride @ Suncoast Bike Shop

Inaugural Key West Triathlon December 5th Sprint & Olympic http://www.trikw.com/

index.php This RACE IS CAPPED ! Sold Out

This week Team Psych donates $230 to

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Im kinda like Robin Hood

arent I ?

January 15th

Season Opening Party Toasting 2011 Sponsors,

2010 Triathletes of the Month

2010 Triathlete Awards

More info coming.

Team Members & invited guests

November 21 Ironman Ari-

zona Paul Hough

Novenmber 28

Iron Man Cozumel Todd Knowlson

December 18 Say No To Drugs

5zk 10K

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Pre-registration is open and closes on November 18th, 2010. Registration fees:

$35.00 pre-registered, $40.00 day of the event.

Complimentary 2010 Horrible Hundred Performance Shirt or Polar Water

Bottle

Register before November 8th to receive your complimentary performance shirt

or Polar Water Bottle. This year new shirt sizes for ladies and men.

2005 Felt S22, (superlite) tri bike. It is a 50cm aluminum frame . The bike has carbon forks, seat post and aerobars. The components are shimano. I just put on a new drive train. It has 650 Easton wheels, includes computer as well. I don't have accurate mileage, however it has been ridden & is in good condition. 650 American Classic 58mm deep dish carbon fiber wheels. Contact Chris actld@msn.com

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