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Stepping away for a bit...

manconamancona
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I am very fortunate as I have a wonderful wife and daughter that are my first priority, a good job that is challenging and keeps me on my toes, and the opportunity to pretend I'm an elite athlete while still having my day job and a steady income and insurance.  

A long time ago two different EN member told me I was my worst enemy as I also tried to do more or do everything.  They were both talking specifically about my training but in reality it is true for everything I do. Unfortunately there are just not enough hours in the day anymore so I'm stepping away from EN (and slowtwitch, etc) for a little while.

At the moment, I'll be racing at Racine, AG Nationals and Kona this year.  Spectating at Oceanside and possibly Wisconsin (unless I race Vegas).  Along with a bunch of other races, as usual I will always look for EN Kits on the race and when I can I yell or flash a gang sign.

I am continuing my relationship with Zoot for another year and already have discount codes for this year.  If you are interested in talking about or buying some Zoot gear, send me a PRIVATE message on facebook or twitter.  For my other sponsors discount codes are harder to come by, but I have a good bit of insider knowledge and connections to people with information so if you have questions let me know.

Thank you to everyone for all that you have taught me and all the awesome memories I have from EN.

Comments

  • John WithrowJohn Withrow
    Best of luck in all you do Matt! Thanks for all of the great info and knowledge that you have shared with da Haus over the years.
  • robin sarnerrobin sarner

    Thank you much for all.

    I look forward to the possiblity of joining you in Kona at some point.

  • Paul HoughPaul Hough
    Good luck, Matt. I look forward to following your progress and hope you come back when you find a little more time. Meanwhile, keep those priorities straight!
  • J.T. ThompsonJ.T. Thompson
    Good for you - keep your priorities clear - thanks for all your knowledge and race reports - know that you are welcome back....!
  • Dino SartiDino Sarti
    Good times, Matt! You are the man.

    Hopefully, we will cross paths at Oceanside....
  • Gordon CherwoniakGordon Cherwoniak

    Matt,

    You knowledge and guidance will be missed.  It was great following your progressing on EN and with Dr Skiba (sp?).  Enjoy the race season.

    I'll check in on your blog once in awhile, assuming you will be posting a bit there?  I'll have to make a point to log in to facebook and friend you.  I go about twice a year. 

    Gordon

  • Brenda RossBrenda Ross
    Sounds like you have your priorities right. We will be hear when and if you come back. Best of luck.
  • morpheusmorpheus
    Matt, thanks a ton for all of the knowledge & experience that you shared. Best of luck to ya!
  • tim cronktim cronk
    Matt, Hope to meet you someday. Thanks for everything. Good Luck in the future and Good Skill racing we'll be following. Tim,
  • Bill McKeeBill McKee
    Hi Matt!

    If EN had such a thing as having your jersey retired yours would be hanging in the rafters.

    Thanks for everything you added to the team over the last 4.5 years. It has been fun to watch your journey and so many of us benefited greatly from your posts as you sought continuous improvement.

    I hope to see you at Racine and run into you/T/A at the local races sometime.. Best of luck in both triathlon and Life.
  • DanielaDaniela
    Matt-

    Thank you for all of the great information and advice you have given me over the past few year. Good luck in your future endeavors and hope to see you at AGN.
  • Coach PatrickCoach Patrick

    Matt, you are a class act. We'll miss your presence but know that you'll live on here inside EN forevah. Always happy to have you back should you want...for now I'll stick to stalking your great family on Facebook. image   Have a great year!

  • rboglerbogle

    Matt, good luck! Thank you for all you've contributed and all the inspiration you've provided here in the haus!

  • Ian KurthIan Kurth
    Matt,

    Thanks so much for your generosity with all of your expertise. I agree that your jersey should be hung from the rafters! Your legacy lives on in all the great posts you've contributed over the years. Good luck with all your future endeavors, and we will look forward to tracking your future successes in the triathlon racing realm!
  • William JenksWilliam Jenks
    Hard to come up with something novel to say here. Best of luck, and I'm sure we'll be seeing you one way or another!
  • tgarsontgarson

    Likewise, always enjoy reading your input but how can anyone fault you for putting emphasis on your family.

    I'm going to probably ride my bike up from the city to O'Side this weekend to wander around and cheer some. Maybe I'll run into you up there.

  • Al TruscottAl Truscott
    Keep the faith, and have a good life.
  • Steve WestSteve West
    Matt, best of luck with life and leasure. I never got a chance to know you outside of your EN presence but I do know I looked forward to reading your comments and suggestions. Always had some bit on knowledge or tip that wasn't found elsewhere but very useful to me.

    Thanks for being there and sharing.

    Run strong,

    Steven
  • Cary BlancoCary Blanco
    Best of luck Matt, your knowledge, ambassadorship and kindness will be missed here.
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