No more excuses, Big Sur, here we come!

Big Sur, huh? What's that all about? Excuses, excuses... we've all got them! I may have more than the average human being and I am gonna use one, no, I am gonna use two, right now to explain why there has been a 3 1/2 month gap in blog postings. Newborn and MBA - 'nough said! So if Zoomzer was too busy to blog, compliments of a screaming baby girl and a 10 lb. accounting book, you can only imagine that other duties fell by the wayside, including the all important triathlon training! A good week these days might include two 30 minute jogs - they are slow so that calling them "runs" seems quite the exaggerating - and maybe a 10 mile spin on the bike. What happened to me?!

More importantly, what am I, and what are all the rest of your formerly fit slackers, going to do about it? We're gonna buck up and get back in shape by signing up for some races. First on the list, select a late Summer/early Fall half ironman. Second, train for a Spring time half marathon. I've always wanted to try one of the Big Sur events. Maybe this is the year? Who wants to join Zoomzer?!

Big Sur Marathon this weekend

It has probably been said one too many times, but I think it is safe to say that Zoomzer.com has officially been launched. By "officially" I mean we spammed the 1000+ people in our email list and asked them to check it out. Response so far has been fantastic, except for one small personal debacle. Otherwise, all is grand in Zoomzer land and this weekend we are off to promote the site and cheer on our friends at the world famous Big Sur International Marathon in, you guessed it, Big Sur, California. Only two people have reviewed this race so join the fun and add your comments http://zoomzer.com/races/view/99 It is a great opportunity to brag about your performance and to let the race directors know what you thought about the race.

Big Sur is a race beyond my ability at this point in time. Come on, I have some legit excuses that I refuse to mention here. Although the Zoomzer team has raced a couple of Ironmans, there is something particularly daunting about this race. My mom and uncle have competed in it a few times and said the gravitational pull on some of the tight corners make for one heck of a tough run. Yes, the views are second to none but they both said this race kicks your booty. On the race homepage there is a quote that absolutely resonates with Zoomzer- Finishing a marathon is a life-changing experience…finishing Big Sur will enrich your soul - anything that enriches my soul, sign me up. Oh wait, I didn't train and I think it is sold out. Next year?

Keep an eye out for the "Review THIS Race - Zoomzer.com" signs being held up along the course. Don't just look at the view, look at us! We'll be there at the end cheering for all you amazing finishers. Please let Team Zoomzer know if you see anyone competing in the marathon wearing a pair of Sketchers tennis shoes. We have a bet going that someone - there has to be someone - will run in a pair. Take a picture and let us know!

Happy Zooming all you Racers! Good luck and let's see a PR at Big Sur. And Polly you can go Sub-4, you rock!

Happy Rainy Monday Evening Everyone!

Today was a monumental day for the Zoomzer family! The site is almost ready - yes, we say that a lot - the first beta launch has been sent out to a few family members and the bugs are coming in.

Later this week when we get time we'll start blogging more about local racing events. As Winter is wrapping up the roads are once again filled with cyclists preparing for Spring's races. The pool is packed again and the muddy trails are full of smiling runners. Many of our friends are getting ready for April's Big Sur Marathon. Zoomzer will be there cheering on all the runners and getting in some promo time. Speaking of Big Sur, stop by www.zoomzer.com to leave a review of the race. I don't think any one has left a review yet. Be the first!

Another popular race is just around the corner - the Wildflower race series. First weekend in May all us crazy triathletes will be down at Lake Nacimiento braving the crazy Cal Poly kids, the hills and wind, and the stupidity of sleeping in a tent before a half Ironman race. Idiotic really. Again, stop by www.zoomzer.com to leave your review of either the Wildflower Mountain Bike Sprint, the Olympic triathlon, or the half ironman. Sorry, someone has already left a review or two, but you can be the third.

Happy training everyone. Stay safe, wear your helmets, watch out for crazy drivers. We can't wait to see you all at the races!