Jan 2, 2014
KORE PIX in 2014...Sharing Secrets!
I have been asked many time to post the camera settings I use when taking my photos. New from KORE PIX in 2014, I will be posting my settings, helpful videos, tutorials and some of the techniques and software that I use. So please check this blog weekly for helpful tips and ideas. You can follow my work at www.korepix.com
Here is a list of the equipment that I use:
-Cameras
-Nikon D7000
-Nikon D600
Lenses
-Nikon 80-200mm AF Zoom-Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8D ED
-Nikon 18-105mm AF-S DX NIKKOR f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
-Tamron 24-70mm SP 2.8 Di VC USD for Nikon
-Bower 14mm f/2.8 Ultra Wide-Angle Lens with Focus Confirm Chip for Nikon
Filters
-Cokin P Series
Jul 27, 2011
Andy Potts: 2011 California 70.3 Champion
Andy Potts: 2011 California 70.3 Champion
FLMSTri: What is the biggest misconception about you as a pro triathlete?
Andy Potts: I grew up as a swimmer and when I came to this sport I wanted to be known as a triathlete. I know I can swim fast and if swimming fast could win then I would try it every time. You have to be balanced in all three events. I enjoy the swim, the bike and the run. I am a triathlete.
FLMSTri: We heard that Rasmus Henning was talking while on the run, is this true?
Andy Potts: Rasmus was cheering on some of the athletes he trains with. He was telling them go job and to keep going. I think I said a two words “My Man” to my son on the second loop.
FLMSTri: How did you feel coming into this race? Especially knowing you were racing against men who already have one big race under their belt, racing Abu Dhabi.
Andy Potts: I was a little worried that I wouldn’t be up to the task this early in the season. From the start of this race it was gas and it was just go. That was the challenge for me today; I needed to prove to myself that I am ready. I wanted a good gauge of my fitness.
FLMSTri: What does this win mean to you?
Andy Potts: I am excited, fired up from this victory today. I beat some world class talent and to beat Rasmus Henning, who in his own right is a world class athlete, mean a lot to me.
FLMSTri: What went through your mind before race?
Andy Potts: It’s funny because as they say be careful of what you ask for. When you’re sitting at home or in your car and your heart rate is super low and you say I would love to get into a sprint finish with so and so. I was out there with a mile to go and I said I wanted to get into a sprint finish and now I am getting what I wanted. Then you have to question yourself; can you come out on top?
FLMSTri: Congratulations on your victory today and we wish you a great season.
Andy Potts: Thank you and I hope to see you at the next one.
FLMSTri: What is the biggest misconception about you as a pro triathlete?
Andy Potts: I grew up as a swimmer and when I came to this sport I wanted to be known as a triathlete. I know I can swim fast and if swimming fast could win then I would try it every time. You have to be balanced in all three events. I enjoy the swim, the bike and the run. I am a triathlete.
FLMSTri: We heard that Rasmus Henning was talking while on the run, is this true?
Andy Potts: Rasmus was cheering on some of the athletes he trains with. He was telling them go job and to keep going. I think I said a two words “My Man” to my son on the second loop.
FLMSTri: How did you feel coming into this race? Especially knowing you were racing against men who already have one big race under their belt, racing Abu Dhabi.
Andy Potts: I was a little worried that I wouldn’t be up to the task this early in the season. From the start of this race it was gas and it was just go. That was the challenge for me today; I needed to prove to myself that I am ready. I wanted a good gauge of my fitness.
FLMSTri: What does this win mean to you?
Andy Potts: I am excited, fired up from this victory today. I beat some world class talent and to beat Rasmus Henning, who in his own right is a world class athlete, mean a lot to me.
FLMSTri: What went through your mind before race?
Andy Potts: It’s funny because as they say be careful of what you ask for. When you’re sitting at home or in your car and your heart rate is super low and you say I would love to get into a sprint finish with so and so. I was out there with a mile to go and I said I wanted to get into a sprint finish and now I am getting what I wanted. Then you have to question yourself; can you come out on top?
FLMSTri: Congratulations on your victory today and we wish you a great season.
Andy Potts: Thank you and I hope to see you at the next one.
Mar 3, 2011
Triathlon is not only one distance!
In North America, it seems when people hear the word triathlon they automatically think of the iron-distance (swim 2.4-miles, bike 112-miles and run 26.2-miles). This generally scares or intimidates people into thinking they can not, either, do a triathlon or they need to join some sort of secret society. Let’s put this myth to rest. The sport of triathlon offers multiple distances, which can accommodate multiple personal challenges. The shortest distance triathlons are usually referred to as the super sprint or sprint distance. There is an international, Olympic, half-iron (70.3-miles), iron (140.6-miles) and ultras.
The super sprints, sprint (750 m swim, 20 km bike, 5 km run) and international are not set distances. They tent to be measured or set by race directors and the land area they have to work with.
Triathlon distances such as Olympic, half-iron and iron are set measured distances. An Olympic distance course consistd of a 1.5k swim, 40k bike and 10k run. The half-iron distance is made up of a 1.9k swim, 90k ride and 21.1k run. Where as the iron-distance is made up of a 3.8k swim, 180k ride, and a marathon: 42.2k run
Triathlon offers a variety of distances that will challenge those who dare to accept the challenge. It is the fastest growing sport in the US and triathlon offers it’s participants a healthy lifestyle.
Here are a few Race directors that offer a variety of triathlon distances:
Tri California: www.tricalifornia.com
Rev3: www.rev3tri.com
Challenge: www.challenge-family.com
TriStar: www.star-events.cc
Lifetime Fitness: www.racetothetoyotacup.com
TriRock Series: www.trirock.competitor.com
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