Corbin Kappler

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Race Report

In Training, Triathlon on June 6, 2011 at 2:28 pm

*Athlete: Corbin Kappler

*Name of Race/Event: Revolution 3 Olympic, Quassy in Middlebury, CT

*Race/Event Category: I raced in the 30-34 age group. I swam in the lead pack and into the age group ahead, I biked in the lead pack with the #1 female mostly, and the run pack was sparse.

Date: 06/04/2011

Time: 7am

Sleep: Plenty of sleep, 6 hours

Athlete Mood: I felt a little fatigued from last weeks training. I was mentally prepared and ready to race.

Pack Mood: I was riding and running with a much more Read the rest of this entry »

The Marathon Lottery

In Central Park, Marketing, New York City, Running, running AND Central Park, Social Media on April 27, 2011 at 2:48 pm

A few things I noticed about the NYC Marathon Lottery today:

Crowd:

The crowd seemed to have no energy. I was so excited when the clock struck 12 noon and the show began. They opened to shots of people just standing around looking hot and board. Perhaps we could get the crowd rallied a bit. We could maybe host the event a little later in the day, say 4pm. Spectators might have a little higher energy level in cooler temperatures. Instead of allowing just the ticket holders in the corral, let their families and friends in as well. I know I can more easily cut loose and relax when I am with people I know. NYC has people who produce these kinds of events and Read the rest of this entry »

Google Earth -> Garmin

In Ironman, Technology, Training on April 25, 2011 at 10:07 am
Here’s how to create a custom route in Google Earth and import it to your Garmin device.
  • Create a route in Google Earth using the ‘Path’ tool.
  • File -> Save to My Places
  • File -> Save Place As (format Kml)
  • Go to http://www.gpsies.com/convert.do
  • Choose file (The one you just saved)
  • Convert to Garmin Course TCX
  • Open Garmin Training Center (Not Garmin Connect)
  • File -> Import
  • Select TCX file and import
  • Your new route will appear in ‘Courses’
  • Select your new route and in the ‘Device’ menu -> Send to device.

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Twitter Response

In Marketing, Social Media, Twitter on March 3, 2011 at 2:23 pm

I was searching the SXSW pages, lamenting the fact that I will not be there, searching for new sites and ideas. I discovered the site Snap Goods. I was intrigued, so I checked them out and was pleased by the experience their page provided.

They created a platform to provide “local goods on demand”. They promote that Read the rest of this entry »

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Gear Review: Lap Counter

In Ironman, Swimming, Training, Triathlon on February 23, 2011 at 11:13 am

For about two years I have been swimming laps on a regular basis and for about two years I have spent my early mornings with a mantra. The mantra went something like this, “Fourteen, Fourteen, Fourteen, Fifteen… oh wait, was that Fourteen?” Like many swimmers Read the rest of this entry »

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The End of a NYC Cycling Era

In Central Park, Cycling, New York City, Running, Training, Triathlon on February 17, 2011 at 9:48 am

With the recent enforcement of red lights in Central Park and elsewhere around the city, could cyclists be pushed out of a once perfect training arena? This is the question many of us are asking, or at least thinking. We’ve seen red light crackdowns before but nothing like Read the rest of this entry »

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Garmin + Facebook = Love

In Ironman, Marketing, Social Media, Technology, Training, Triathlon on February 16, 2011 at 2:53 pm

When Nike Plus first came out I was a huge fan. I loved the new online social component which the program offered. I started a challenge at my office and we competed to meet our goals together. At the time, Nike didn’t offer a heart rate monitor and Read the rest of this entry »

Triathlon Week Twitter Awards

In Ironman, Marketing, Social Media, Triathlon on February 9, 2011 at 4:35 pm

Triathlon Week magazine recently announced the “The Triathlon Twitter Awards.” Six categories ranging from ‘Best Triathlon Coach” to “Best Triathlon Product” will be nominated through Twitter. The top five nominations in each category will then be listed on the Triathlon Week site and voted upon by readers. Serving as a great example of the growing influence of social media marketing in sport, this contest demonstrates the need for race organizers, athletes, and product brands to connect to their consumers both on and off the course.

The role of social media in sport is growing and evolving. Sure, it is great to have a wetsuit that works well, but with so many brands to choose from why not pick one that offers a little more? Xterra Wetsuits (@XTERRAWETSUITS), of San Diego, CA, provides followers with motivation, product insight, and access to elite athlete interviews. They are doing a great job of providing us with a well rounded experience surrounding their product.

These awards are another step in an exciting direction for us.

View the Triathlon Twitter Awards here: http://www.triathlonweek.com/twitter-awards/

Personality Curation?

In Marketing, Social Media on February 4, 2011 at 4:53 pm

I am always searching for new social platforms that tend to make life a little more fun or interesting. It seems like the number of “check in” options lately has swollen beyond a rate at which I can keep up. After trying numerous new twists, I still find myself using FourSquare, the one I started with.
So, as you can imagine, I’m a little skeptical about new platforms, though I do love to try them out. Recently, I discovered a site called “Fancy.” They claim to be nothing more than a place to store a collection of the things you love. I inserted a button onto my browser and installed an app on my phone. So far, I really like the site. It is crisp and clean in appearance, free from the clutter sites like this often have.

More importantly, I am excited about the new opportunity to use clippings and pictures to build a representation of who I am and what I love. Fancy might just be an exploration of identity, digital style.

Are you using Fancy? What do you think about these sites?

http://www.thefancy.com

Utilizing QR Codes?

In Marketing, QR Codes, Social Media, Technology on February 2, 2011 at 9:57 pm

I am often finding myself amazed by the latest technology and eager to learn more about how to utilize it in order to better bridge the gap between information and experience.

Lately, I have been experimenting with QR codes and have been amazed by the potential uses for marketers. When scanned, these codes can redirect the user to a website, video, simple text, or a map with directions.

I generated a few QR codes of mobile sites I often visit and posted them in my home. I give the codes a quick scan to check the weather or find a movie playing nearby. The codes have worked for me every time and I find them to be a bit more user – friendly than some apps.

So this got me thinking, for what else could I use the codes? I created a video which contained a QR code and uploaded it to YouTube. The code was scannable and successfully redirected me to my mobile blog. Next, I posted the video to twitter to see if others would try it out. Sure enough, I had some hits.

For me, one of the coolest features of the QR code technology is that the redirect can change as often as you like. I can print one code and change the content daily, without having to reprint or redesign anything.

What are some of the creative uses you have developed for QR codes? Do you see this as a viable marketing tool for the years ahead?

 

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