If there were any more sign that it’s springtime around these parts, I’m not sure what it would be. Starting yesterday we’ve got an out-of-nowhere string of 6 days of 70*F+ weather, including some days just a degree or two away from 80*F. It’s nuts!
…and I’m lovin’ it!
In order help you usher in the warmer weather, I’m giving away a brand new (and not yet abused) Garmin FR910XT. The FR910XT covers you across all sports from swim to bike to run. So even if you’re green to the sport this season, you’ve still got plenty of time to start training in time for a triathlon this year (or, you can simply just stare into the shimmering blue colored light it emits).
The best thing though is you’ve got nothing more to do than leave a single comment below (multiple comments don’t count around these parts!).
All you’ve gotta do is tell me what you’re excited for the season ahead (and, if you’re from the Southern Hemisphere, what you’re excited for the offseason ahead). Sound good?
The entry period will run until Thursday March 15th, 2012 at 11:59PM Eastern Time, at which point I’ll close the entry period and randomly select a winner. Like the all my giveaways there are no restrictions on where the goods go to – so no matter where in the world you are, I’ll send to you. The winner will get a brand new Garmin Forerunner FR910XT (with HR strap).
(Note: If you’re active duty US military and deployed and are unable to complete the entry method above, simply shoot me an e-mail and I’ll get ya entered in. For those curious on how the giveaways work, here’s the deets. In short – I purchase and giveaway everything here, these are not sponsored by Garmin. Through careful planning I picked up a handful of them when they first came available…just so I could give them away to you. Thanks all!)
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Looking forward to getting back on the bike. The while I love the treadmill, I still crave the fresh air.
Nice review of the Garmin. It might be overkill for me but it would be nice.
Looking forward Garmin’s power meter finally shipping!
Just discovered your site and have been digesting the reviews. Thank you for your efforts to help others make very informed decisions.
I’m looking for a multi-sport GPS enabled device for running, cycling, and overnight backpacking trips. This site has helped me make sense of the market.
I’m looking forward to running my first marathon this summer!
excited to start running again!
Thanks Ray for the great reviews!
I am excited to run INJURY FREE and finally run my first full!
I’m looking forward to my second (and really first full) season of racing. Started last year and got hooked, now I just want to drop a few more pounds and hopefully get faster.
Run two marathons Rome and Tallin, goal 3:15
I’m looking forward to it being warm enough to do some open water swimming.
I need something to motivate me to take the plunge and do a triathlon. I have a bike, can swim and have run races. Just need to put it together.
Eric, Chicago
Looking forward to my 3rd marathon later this year!
The ski season is (almost) over here, waiting on spring to get the bike out! Right now, with the snow, salt and sand, it’s risky to even dare ride outdoors. Hoping I can beat last year’s first outdoor ride (which was on may 1st) !
Thanks for the giveaway! I am excited to focus on getting fast!
I am looking forward to running outside every day (it hasn’t been too cold here in Minnesota, but it has been icy) and a new PR in the Half Marathon in May (I hope). And of course, using the new 910XT that I’m sure to win in this contest.
I’m excited about 3-4 hour rides ever Saturday morning starting in August as I get ready for Austin HIM.
6 weeks to go till i race Hamburg marathon.
Great Blog
I’m excited to be coming back from a back injury and finally getting back on the bike and the road.
Looking forward to completing my first HIM.
I am looking forward to my first “full” season of Triathlons this year and to beat my friend in a Triathlon for the first time.
I’m excited to start training for my first triathlon.
Thanks for all the great reviews & now a chance to win a fancy new Garmin.
Excited about attempting another 70.3
It is about time to retire my 305.
Looking forward to Timberman 2012!
Pretty slick looking watch. Garmin has come a long way since the original Forerunners!
This is perfect. I just started my triathlon training for this year and would love something for the swim. Apparently my phone doesn’t take kindly to being submerged in water.
Sat last season out due to a broken bone in my back, so I’m looking forward to getting back in the game this year with Rev3 Quassy and Ironman Mont Tremblant!
PICK me! I’m excited for many open water swims in preparation for my first half ironman!
I’m excited about my 40th birthday present to myself. A week long bike tour in the french Alps. I’ll be riding(I hope) all of the major tour climbs and then some.
-Chad
This year is an important year as I try taking the fitness message deeper into the Hispanic community. We need to steer away from obesity and diabetes.
I’m looking forward to participating in the 24 hours of Finale Ligure/ Italy. :)
Miriam
Boston Marathon – just under 5 weeks away!
I’m looking forward to running in the nice weather, for the pool to open, and to hit the beach!
Excited to be racing injury free!
Collegiate Nationals here we come!!!
looking forward to long rides with good friends. and 24 hour racing! and cyclocross (and my new hot buns from your neck of the woods)! and…is that too many?
sounds great!
Looking forward hopefully to my first marathon (and using my new Garmin 910xt for the training)!!!
Super excited to start the race season and see some results. Thanks for all the awesome reviews!
A long time runner excited to start my first season of triathlons. Signed up for 4 so far this year with my first one in less then two weeks.
I am excited to prepare for my first ever tri. Workouts have begun, but it will be nice to get in regular workouts outdoors!
After having the best off season ever, I’m excited to having the best season ever with a new club and new training buddies.
I am looking forward to graduating and finishing my first triathlon this year.
My Fr405 just broke… So this watch would be great!
I’m excited to enter my first half marathon in May after beginning to run this past December (though I’ve been cycling hard for years). So far I’ve done 8 miles, so I’m getting close…
I am looking forward to shaving an hour from my century ride next month!
Looking forward to enjoying the vegetables from my new raised beds. Will you and “the girl” be at Rumpass?
My first ironman, my first century ride, and most of all the free watch I’m getting from DC Rainmaker
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My wife would dig the watch! Thanks for such a great blog.
Looking forward to my first complete season working with a coach. Can’t wait for the crits to start!
I’m excited about participating in my first triathlon ever!
I am looking forward for riding outside again. open water swims. and just enjoying the summer!
excited to get racing again.
Thanks for such a great blog!
in10siv@aol.com
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I wish to be on the two first step of the podium at 70.3 St Croix to earn a spot for Kona.
Looking forward to doing my first tri this year and doing the Chicago marathon!
Looking forward to my first sprint tri!
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After 4 years of 1/2 marathons and duathlons, this year, I turn 40 and will tackle my first FULL marathon and a sprint triathlon, with the plan to do 70.3 Tri next year! I’d love to upgrade from my ForeRunner 305, which has served me well.
Im looking forward to just getting back to running again. I injured my hip after college and have been on and off it for the last year and a half. I got my BQ (Boston qualifier) by more than 10min last fall, but I had to pull the plug on a spring marathon. Ive been doing yoga and core for a month now, and man do i hate cross training. I still have a few more weeks left, but hopefully things will come around. REALLY looking forward to a pain free run this spring
I’m looking forward to running my first sub 21 minute 5K! Also, not being cold anymore…..
I’m looking forward to my first season with multiple long races. Starting with a half, finishing with a full. In the past, I’ve always focused on a single race. Time to kick things up and branch out.
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I’m pumped about breaking some PRs that have been sitting still for too long!
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Looking forward to running some beautiful trails and enjoying a long cycling season with my new wife.
Looking forward to the outdoor pool…and the deck chairs!
Jodi S
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I am going to make another attempt at a 100 mile run!
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I’m excited to put my winter run training to good use!
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I am excited about running the same two marathons I ran last year and seeing if I can run smarter and faster this time out.
I’m excited for my first tri which is in less than a month (rumpus in bumpass). Also enjoying this crazy warm DC weather. Thanks for the great blog.
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I have been doing “spring” training all winter. It has been an exceptionally mild winter.
As always, thanks for offering the giveaway! I am excited to get back on my bike, and to learn to navigate Central Park instead of the suburban hills I’m used to
I am looking forward to joining my daughter for her 1st triathlon this summer.
I hope to get one of the coveted spots in Maine’s Beach-to-Beacon 10K! It’s been 5 years since I ran it. I used to live in Maine & being able to run it while visiting my old stomping grounds would be awesome!
Looking forward to my first full triathlon season! Gravity and I had some issues last year, but this year will be injury-free and FAST!
I’m looking forward to setting some p.r.’s and getting more training under my belt
Looking forward to lots of races this spring, from 5K to half marathon, followed by the Columbia Tri
Looking forward to my second year of 70.3 distance triathlons! Hope to attempt a full Ironman in 2012 if I can stay healthy! I’m sure a 910xt would help me with that haha : )
Vine man and AZ this year. Can’t wait. Love your blog Ray.
I’m looking forward to my first season of triathlon. Hopefully I’ll pick up my first “real” bike within the next couple of months and win this watch. Then I’ll be set!
I’m excited to be training for my first Ironman!
Fighting ITBS, so my running has stalled. Figure now is as good a time as any to pick up some swimming.
I’m doing my first Ironman, but I’m actually looking forward to seeing how all my hard training has payed off in terms of speed.
I’m excited to race some shorter tris and take a break from Ironman racing.
Weekend rides outside sure beat the trainer!
I’m very excited to start my new trail running session. I’ve decided to change the asfalt for the mountain
Regards from Spain.
Absolutely looking forward to riding WITHOUT 5 million layers and warmers.
After struggling whith Chrons disease the end of last season and gaining 20lbs as a result of medication I am looking for ward to training hard, dropping weight, and ridding farther and faster than ever before.
Entering my second Tri season and will be doing an Olympic distance race this year. Nervous, but mostly excited!
Just excited to have fairer weather.
I’ve been working on my soul crushing mountain bike rides in preparation for PMBAR. A nice watch like this would help during my cross training.
Keep up the good work!
I wish to be on the two first step of the podium at 70.3 St Croix to earn a spot for Kona.
I’m excited about this year as I’m making a big leap forward — pushing myself mentally & physically to complete my first half ironman!
Mike D
twomeds(at)verizon(dot)net
Using this season to get back into shape after a year off spent with my wife and new baby boy.
I am looking forward to try ski rollers, a new way to keep fit.
Hi, Pete, I am Sergio Melo from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, participating again.
Here the main season is at the same time that in the northern hemisphere because the problem here is the heat, no the cold he he.
I am planning for some half-marathons in July and also to improve my time at the 10k in 2012.
Regards,
Sergio
I’m looking forward to a great spring/summer season of riding; after this mild winter I’m way ahead on my base riding and my fitness level is way up.
This will be my first year of triathlon! I’ve done a few marathons and many half-marathons and can’t wait for the transition. I’ve been training multi-sport since January and have my first tri in 7 weeks. I’m also signed up for a HIM in late September (Augusta) to keep me honest with my training! Love the blog and I have gotten so much useful information here it’s hard to comprehend.
first thank you for the chance to win.
I’m excited for my first ever triathlon at Ironman UK in July (I dont do things by half!).
Best wishes to you and the girl.
I’m looking forward to enjoy the weather with runs, walks, and ultimate frisbee!
Ray, Great work as always! looking forward to tri season to start in May, but first I’ve got a few bike races in Mar/Apr.
-stephen
I’m looking forward to consistently running. Was plagued by ITBS last year, but I’ve switched to minimalist shoes this year and have gotten instruction on switching my running form. I’m already running further than at the peak of my season last year! Also looking forward to my first Ironman, IM Wisconsin!
Getting jacked about racing San Diego Crew Classic (rowing) and 2nd year of tri’s! And signing up for my first full Iron too!
I am looking forward to beginning my training for my first ironman!
Looking forward for my first marathon – and to go sub 1:30h half maraton
I am looking forward to try ski rollers, a new way to keep fit.
Yes! Yes! Yes!
I really want the Garmin 910!
Greetings from Indonesia!
I’m a newbie in road biking, spring will enable me to go training more and more. I wanna raise my avs from current 32-35 kmh (endurance) to a minimum of 40 kmh. I believe I can do it. please pray for me.
I am excited to bring my family to Coeur d’Alene. Also, there’s an Ironman up there.
I’m excited for my first HIM.
Looking forward to representing my country at the World University Triathlon championship!
Looking forward to my first Tri – the London Oly in September (and to watching the pros at the Olympics!)
Look at all these comments! Thanks for doing these giveaways Ray!
I’m excited about racing again, feels like it has been far too long!
I’m looking forward to watching the Olympic Triathlon and improving my running.
I am so excited about surviving my unexpected heart surgery and am looking forward to getting into even better shape than I was before.
Phil R
I had seated over 10 years in front of computer. I’ve started running in august and 1 month ago I’ve got a road bike so it’s going to be a full season for me that I would like to work as hard as I can and in 2013 finish half-ironman. Additionally this season will be a huge life change for me because I move to the opposite side of country(Poland) where I’ll be able to study and go to mountains.
Looking forward to improving on all of my times from last year.
Looking forward to seeing what I can do in my second season of triathlon, now that I actually have some experience!
Very simple. Race season=outside running/biking. Yes the gym has a hot tub, but outside is much more interesting.
Looking forward to my first race in 18+ months, now that I’ve recovered from a devastating tendon injury!
Vermont City Marathon!
I’m looking forward to having a healed tailbone so I can get back to cycling too! Thanks as always for your great info & giveaways!
-MtnJay
I will be doing my first Triathlon this year!
Excited to get back to racing!
I’m excited to be running my first full marathon in June!
Ecstatic that the new triathlon season is back!
I’m excited to start running. The 910 would be great to have.
I’m looking forward to running in my first half marathon this spring!
For my part, I look forward to a road trip starting from California! But I better get some quality miles in before that, and an FR910XT would surely motivate that…
i’m looking forward to my first xterra triathlon hopefully with a new garmin forerunner 910xt on my wrist :)
I like shiny new gadgets for my ultras, and the 910xt looks like it will fit the bill. Thanks!
Getting myself into multisport. Clothng gear and bike is ready. Will start my training real soon.
I’m looking forward to hosting our first 5K fund-raiser. Some days it’s daunting, other days it’s exhilarating!
I am excited to run in daylight after work!
I’m excited to do reclaim myself and finally finish a sprint tri.
Looking forward to just getting out on my bike.
Currently re-working my running form, so I’m excited about possibly faster 10k times and my first half-marathon.
Suffering from a tough case of pneumonia…would really help to brighten my spirits…
Looking forward to my first marathon, to celebrate the big 50 this year!
I’m fired up to attack some Rocky Mountain hills this spring!
I am looking forward to getting my knee healthy and racing my first Olympic distance race. I am also excited to represent Tri4Him.
Thanks for such a cool contest, DCR!
Looking forward to racing in Canada again after 7 years in the UK.
Looking forward to hitting the trails!
USRowing Masters Nationals 2012!! :-)
I am looking forward to completing a few metric centuries on my bike.
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At the end of last season, 6 weeks before my first HIM I broke my foot on a training run. I’m back to training and am really looking forward to a healthy HIM this year! (sorry if a duplication, computer croaked during submission).
After my first IM season last year, I’m looking forward to getting back to running and cycling because I want to, love to, and just because. Note the very conspicuous absence of swimming. ;)
yeehaw.
Two Halfs for mes this summer
I am looking forward to getting outside an enjoying the nicer weather. Shorter ttri’s this your since a did IMFL last year. Would love a new watch to train with my 310XT has seen better days.
Joel Neely
IMTX and IMAZ . . . First and second IMs for me (hopefully)
I’m looking forward to racing again. First race (National half) is this weekend. Then Cherry Blossom 10 miler and triathlon time!
I’m looking forward to working toward and finishing my first HIM
i am excited for my 2nd marathon in Nashville and 2nd Peachtree Road Race.
I’m looking forward to the London Marathon in 6 weeks time. After that plan is to use the fitness to work on my 10km/5km PBs.
I am looking forward to my first triathlon next month and depending on how that goes, maybe a 70.3 at the end of the year.
i am most looking forward to getting some long runs in AFTER work, thanks to longer days :-)
Still full on winter here! Can’t wait for next ski season!
The sun is shining and all that cold weather training is behind me, time to race!
I’m excited to use my Helly Hansen marino wool kit to try to ride through winter for once.
Pick me!!! Oh, pick me!!!
I’m psyched to attempt my first Ironman — Lake Placid this July!
Excited to be running my first Half Marathon (Pittsburgh!) this year, and the whole lot of races leading up to it.
Running, swimming, cycling…………..now that the snow is gone!!
looking forward to completing my first half-iron distance event! coming up in June!!
Prego runner:
Thanks for offering these! Trying to keep up my training through the season being pregnant…I need all the help I can get!
I’m looking forward to start running & biking again after a knee injury. Luckily I was able to keep swimming :-)
Sunshine$ warm weather!
I am running my first marathon in September!!! Kinda freakin’ out! (Not quite sure how I got talked into this.)
Amber H
I’m excited about triathlon season and the anticipation of making a new PR!
While I”ve got some big races on the schedule, I’m looking forward to big hard summer time group rides. I kind of like throwing down for a semi indeterminate time and distance right up until twighlight.
Boston Marathon coming up. Can’t wait.
Excited to ride my bike outside sans sleeves.
I’m excited for my first race of 2012 this weekend, National half, and to get some PR’s in sprint and oly distances this summer! This is the year of speed for me :) I’m also excited to watch the Olympics!
Needing to keep up my training this summer…while pregnant! I need all the help I can get!
I’m excited to be able to *try* to train again without (fingers crossed) more annoying digestive issues getting in the way!
As I travel around the country on a weekly basis, I can’t wait for the sun to shine so I can run outside and ditch the hotel gyms.
I’m looking forward to getting more running races in and (hopefully) hitting some PRs…
I’m excited to get back to real training during the off season! I’m due to give birth in August and my 2012 race season is all about baby and no races.
I’m really looking forward to starting off my tri training in my new city of Austin, TX!
Looking toward a few Half Marathons, and some local runs. Love the blog.
Looking forward to running more and building my weekly mileage (and attaining my racing weight). Thanks for the great site!
I’m excited to train this spring and summer to attempt a BQ next fall
I’m mostly excited to just get outside, see the sun and get some solid training in. Races hurt too much to be exciting!
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I’ve signed up for my first half ironman! I’m pretty excited about that.
After a great running year for 2011 and a couple lazy months starting 2012, I hope I can get back on track and start rocking triathlons!
First coming up: 5 de Mayo!
Looking forward to stepping up my cycling and getting some results!
So many comment.. I guess this is a popular giveaway :)
This is going to be my second season of competitive triathlon racing. After dealing with some knee injuries earlier in the off-season I decided to go for some short distance triathlons (sprint up to OD) and race one or two half marathons by the end of the year. Hopefully I’ll be ready for the half-ironman distance by 2013 :)
Greetings from Holland