[Abb94]

Am I a total freak of nature or does anyone else's nose run while cycling like a freaking faucet when it's windy? Or even when it's not that windy?<br><br>
It is so gross and I go through tons of kleenex. I have previously stood my ground that I will never snot-rocket, but I am considering changing my position on that issue.<br><br>
Please tell me I am normal. At least in this way! LOL

 

[MBannon]

I can't believe anyone could be a triathlete without snot-rocketing. Even <i>with</i> frequent rockets, my bike gloves still get awfully crusty after 3 or 4 rides. When they're too scratchy to wipe my nose anymore, it's time to wash them.

 

[LeftRightRepeat]

Launch 'em!!!!!!!!

 

[bcc594]

Yeah, whenever I start exercising, the tap turns on. It will take one or two washes of your coat before you can snot-rocket with the pros, but it's certainly worth it.

 

[4boysmom]

Launch 'em. Check behind you first, though. Cars don't seem to appriciate being peppered with snot.

 

[pcsronbo]

Launch them. We all do. Just a fact of life.

 

[MBannon]

Well...a fact of tri-life, anyway. I'd refrain from launching them at your next business luncheon.

 

[jroden]

I taught my wife how to blow her nose while running (she was a sprinter, they don't know much about life outside) when we were dating. It was held us in good stead for many years, sort of a bond.

 

[niemsco]

Its good to hear this is a common thing. I run like a faucet!

 

[Cashmason]

Happens running too.

 

[QuixoticNotions]

Mine does in certain weather. I use my gloves. And wash them at the end of the ride.

 

[Stu373]

I launched several on my ride this afternoon. I'm usually pretty good at it but I might need to work on my technique. Today when I got back, my wife wanted to know what was all over the side of my wraparound sunglasses. I'm not quite sure how that happened but it sure was nasty.

 

[pete_72]

to airhanky<br><br>
I airhanky<br>
you airhanky<br>
he/she/it airhankys<br>
we airhanky<br>
you airhanky<br>
they airhanky

 

[pcsronbo]

You mean I shouldn't do it wearing a suit, walking down the streets of Chicago? I mean I've only done it a FEW times... <img alt="wink.gif" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/wink.gif">

 

[LeftRightRepeat]

Much to me wife's chagrin, I find myself doing this while watching kids soccer games or basically at any outdoor activity. Haven't tried it in the gym or office yet.

 

[Kate60]

LOL, I did it once while walking my dog with someone. She looked at me horrified. <img alt="blush.gif" src="http://files.kickrunners.com/smilies/blush.gif"><br><br>
Once you start it becomes a habit.

 

[Abb94]

Well, I am not a triathlete yet, so I guess that's why I have been in the dark all these years.<br><br>
I am a marathon runner, and this DOES NOT happen to me while running.

 

[ForceD]

Extra snot is just one of those things about running when the temps start to drop. But I consider my daily workout a chance to really clear the sinuses. After a mile or so of the heavy breathing everything gets worked loosed up there and comes out so much easier.<br><br>
Dan

 

[LeftRightRepeat]

Airhanketh<br>
Airhankst<br>
Airhunk

 

[slow_n_steady]

It is frowned upon during spinning class.