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Semi-Heroic Sidekick Guy...
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Monday, 19 November 2012 01:10
GOING OFF COURSE - Amiable Apple Valley triathlete Mike Ladendorf claims to be a "regular" guy who sells beer and loves animals and Bruce Willis movies. We have irrefutable proof, however, that there is nothing "regular" about Mr. Ladendorf, if that, in fact, is really his name.
We have uncovered some photographs that clearly prove that "Mike" is a CRIME FIGHTING SIDEKICK! Three such pics are posted in this expose'.
In case the photos don't paint a clear enough picture for you, let us explain our conclusions, starting with the "sidekick" thing.
What do we know about sidekicks? They hang out with a heroic person, and are typically shorter and less heroic than that person. The totally heroic person with a sidekick doesn't have to be a superhero, but it's better if he or she is. If that person is not a superhero, he or she nevertheless has to fight tirelessly against evil and be beloved by those who cherish truth and justice, things that used to be known as "The American Way." ...
By Ironman Arizona Stuff...
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Saturday, 17 November 2012 01:10
Ironman Arizona Stuff - Historically, Minnesotans have rocked socks at Ironman Arizona, the ninth edition (in eight years) of which will happen tomorrow in the totally cool Phoenix suburb of Tempe, pronounced "Tem-pee," which is the home of ASU, whose motto is "Study! Study! Study!" Here's a sampling of the aforementioned rock-starish performances:
* Devon Palmer - 9:04:26 - 17th place (IM Debut!) in 2010
* Andy Schiesl - 9:35:59 - (lowered PR by almost 50 minutes!) in 2011
* Julie Hull - 10:35:53 -
Team Minnesota - Men...
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Friday, 16 November 2012 01:10
(Nick Morales / TriJuice.com Photo - L- R - Dan, Patrick, Matt, Devon, Alex, Marcus, David and Kevin.)
How was men's Team Minnesota determined? Here's an inside look.
1. DAVID THOMPSON - 15 races, 8 wins. While it can be argued that Dan Hedgecock's 2012 resume, in relative terms, i.e. Dan being an elite amateur; DKT being a pro, was superior to David's, the Committee is quick to point out that the speed differential between credentialed pros (like Thompson) and credentialed amateurs (like Hedge) is substantial. David and Dan raced in the same event on six occasions in 2012. DKT came out on top in five of those races, four of which were Olympic distance, where David bettered Dan by an average of 3:21. They also faced each other at Chisago Half, with somewhat gimpy David winning in 4:00:59, and Dan placing 2nd in 4:06:19....
Women's Team Minnesota....
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Thursday, 15 November 2012 01:10
(Nick Morales / TriJuice.com Photo L - R - Ruth's mom, CY, Suz, Claire Bear, Elaine, HKM and Andi.)
Here's a cursory look at how Women's Team Minnesota 2012 was determined.
1. RUTH BRENNAN MORREY - Nine races. Eight CR wins and a 2nd. Clear choice for 1st place. Ruth will receive serious consideration for USAT AOY Honorable Mention.
2. CATHY YNDESTAD - Won eight of 12 races. CY was the only Minnesota woman to beat Ruth this year, doing so at Life Time Tri - Minneapolis. She, too, will be considered for USAT AOY HM, which if that happens will be her third HM to go with the AOY award she earned in 2009. All Committee members agreed on Cathy's TM placement.
3. SUZIE FOX - Won six of 12 races. Nudged Claire out of the 3rd spot, thanks largely to her success at long as well as short distances. Claire only raced in shorter events....
