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BNA/LION · 14 July 2017, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex addict

It was split between three of us. We got 11 cases each. That should last a while. And lunch was awesome. Highly recommend Seasons 52 in Dunwoody.

You Sober at all these days or just operating in haze?

520Matt · 14 July 2017, 09:13 AM

Well done Chad!

Rolex addict · 14 July 2017, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by BNALION

You Sober at all these days or just operating in haze?

Sober as a judge!! I'm in the core of Ironman training. 100 plus mile bike rides and long runs in the blistering southern heat. Drinking isn't really an option right now.

Rolex addict · 14 July 2017, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by hugs

I am interested to know how the cost compares to buying an equivalent amount of bottles? Is this a reason to buy a barrel (say if you run a bar) or is it purely for the experience?

We saved about $1800, but the experience was incredible. When you have a little time, read through the thread. I was blown away by the hospitality. Worth every penny!!!!

returntorolex · 14 July 2017, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex addict

Sober as a judge!! I'm in the core of Ironman training. 100 plus mile bike rides and long runs in the blistering southern heat. Drinking isn't really an option right now.

I'll be happy to look after the Platona while you're in Kona!

Rolex addict · 14 July 2017, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by returntorolex

I'll be happy to look after the Platona while you're in Kona!

No problem. I'm going to wear the Hulk during the race. First known Rolex to be worn during the Ironman World Championships.

BNA/LION · 14 July 2017, 01:19 PM

Chad I know you are training hard these days. I hope you hit your goal! 👍

Rolex addict · 14 July 2017, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by BNALION

Chad I know you are training hard these days. I hope you hit your goal! 👍

Thanks, Larry. I appreciate your support. After several training sessions in this heat, my goal is to not die.

SearChart · 14 July 2017, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolex addict

No problem. I'm going to wear the Hulk during the race. First known Rolex to be worn during the Ironman World Championships.

Personal goal or are you a professional athlete?
Either way, that is an incredible event and I hope your race day goes as planned

Rolex addict · 14 July 2017, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Personal goal or are you a professional athlete?
Either way, that is an incredible event and I hope your race day goes as planned

Personal goal. Not a professional athlete. It's taken about 11 years of hard work to get to the World Championships. Thank you for the support!

Chiboy · 14 July 2017, 10:13 PM

This is very cool. I'm glad this was such a monumental experience for you! I only recently "discovered" the Open Discussion section so missed the preamble. Sounds like it lived up to your expectations and then some.

I'm a Maker's Mark guy, but I imagine a bourbon factory tour would be almost as interesting as a Rolex/ALS/PP/etc. factory tour.

It's funny -- we went to Hawaii a few years ago and our six days on TBI coincided with the six days leading up to the Ironman. In fact, we flew out on the morning of the race. It was very inspiring to see all the (obvious) contestants biking or running or walking around during that week. As a once only marathoner, I can only imagine....

Good luck! It's the pinnacle!

SearChart · 14 July 2017, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolex addict

Personal goal. Not a professional athlete. It's taken about 11 years of hard work to get to the World Championships. Thank you for the support!

Very cool! I wish you all the best

By the way, do you have other goals as well? Particular marathons or ultras, or other Iron man's?

Rolex addict · 14 July 2017, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Very cool! I wish you all the best

By the way, do you have other goals as well? Particular marathons or ultras, or other Iron man's?

Doing the Dopey challenge at Disney in January. 5k, 10k, half marathon, and full marathon. Then I'm retiring from long distance racing. I'll still train and stay in shape, but do shorter races.

SearChart · 14 July 2017, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolex addict

Doing the Dopey challenge at Disney in January. 5k, 10k, half marathon, and full marathon. Then I'm retiring from long distance racing. I'll still train and stay in shape, but do shorter races.

Races are always fun, no matter how long you go!

My next mara is in October and really have the desire to carefully/slowly make my way to ultras.
Would be fun if we could do a Marathon des Sables GTG

Rolex addict · 15 July 2017, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Races are always fun, no matter how long you go!

My next mara is in October and really have the desire to carefully/slowly make my way to ultras.
Would be fun if we could do a Marathon des Sables GTG

It would, but I believe you would have much more success herding cats.

Etschell · 15 July 2017, 01:10 AM

i envy you chad. in the age of combustion engines you still use manpower! as for me even pushing the gas pedal is exhausting

Rolex addict · 15 July 2017, 01:14 AM

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i envy you chad. in the age of combustion engines you still use manpower! as for me even pushing the gas pedal is exhausting

I still love burning dinosaurs!!! Nothing in my fleet of cars is smaller than a 4.6L V8.

SearChart · 15 July 2017, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex addict

It would, but I believe you would have much more success herding cats.

Probably

Rolex addict · 31 July 2019, 10:20 AM

And I’m off to Lynchburg this Friday for barrel number 2.

swils8610 · 31 July 2019, 12:25 PM

Damn! You ran out?

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BNA/LION · 31 July 2019, 01:01 PM

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And I’m off to Lynchburg this Friday for barrel number 2.

Awesome! Have a great trip!

JasoninDenver · 31 July 2019, 01:06 PM

But... you forgot to call me first.

returntorolex · 31 July 2019, 09:42 PM

With 500-ish bottles between the two barrels, have you jumped into Distributor status with the licensing board?

Etschell · 31 July 2019, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolex addict

And I’m off to Lynchburg this Friday for barrel number 2.

Enjoy the trip my friend.

Rolex addict · 31 July 2019, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by swils8610

Damn! You ran out?

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No, we still have plenty. Several of my buddies were so enamored by our tales of the Jack Daniels experience that they wanted in on the action. They finally bugged me enough to where I decided to go for it. There is definitely no shortage of whiskey at home!!!

mjclark32 · 31 July 2019, 11:05 PM

have fun

encarter13 · 1 August 2019, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex addict

No, we still have plenty. Several of my buddies were so enamored by our tales of the Jack Daniels experience that they wanted in on the action. They finally bugged me enough to where I decided to go for it. There is definitely no shortage of whiskey at home!!!

I will PM you my address!

Enjoy the trip!

SearChart · 1 August 2019, 05:11 AM

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And I’m off to Lynchburg this Friday for barrel number 2.

Oh boy

swils8610 · 1 August 2019, 05:30 AM

Great trip!

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Trailboss516 · 1 August 2019, 07:04 AM

This is cool! Looking forward to the pics and report.

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Chiboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona Posts: 5,572	This is very cool. I'm glad this was such a monumental experience for you! I only recently "discovered" the Open Discussion section so missed the preamble. Sounds like it lived up to your expectations and then some. I'm a Maker's Mark guy, but I imagine a bourbon factory tour would be almost as interesting as a Rolex/ALS/PP/etc. factory tour. It's funny -- we went to Hawaii a few years ago and our six days on TBI coincided with the six days leading up to the Ironman. In fact, we flew out on the morning of the race. It was very inspiring to see all the (obvious) contestants biking or running or walking around during that week. As a once only marathoner, I can only imagine.... Good luck! It's the pinnacle! __________________ Datejust w/black Tapestry dial (1985) / Daytona (2016)

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31 July 2019, 11:05 PM	#146
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14 July 2017, 09:13 AM	#122
520Matt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Matt Location: Tucson, AZ Watch: SD, LV,GMT II Pep Posts: 2,782	Well done Chad!

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Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	And I’m off to Lynchburg this Friday for barrel number 2.

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31 July 2019, 09:42 PM	#143
returntorolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: Atlanta Watch: Jackie Stewart DD Posts: 5,661	With 500-ish bottles between the two barrels, have you jumped into Distributor status with the licensing board?

1 August 2019, 05:30 AM	#149
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	Great trip! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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