Rain on race day tips

Something I'm all to familiar w/

Bike - avoid the painted lines - very slick, I learned the hard way.  Just be prepared for all of it: slower on all turns, maybe less aero so your hands on the brakes more. Take it easier than normal and make it up on the run. It's just not worth crashing.

Trans - not much you can do if it's pouring other than putting an extra pair of socks and your sneakers in a plastic bag. Even tho on a bad day they don't stay dry for long it's worth it. I tend to  take my time in these conditons dry off, collect  yourself  and ensure your set for the next leg.  Rain is also the only time I wear a hat  on the run.

Hydrate - I tend to have a hard time taking in fluids when I'm gettin drenched on the outside. Make a conscious effort to keep drinking. 

Finally, I think as noted above a lot of it is mental. You've got to give in to Mother Nature once in a while. Accept that you're gonna get wet and your time is going to be a little slower and you'll be able to get as much enjoyment as possible. Good luck!

 

I hope he's kidding. Rain is not reason to not start. Lightening yeah, but rain no. That's part of the reason we start in the water - gets us acclimated

Just not the rain.  It's the rain and 50⁰.   Guess I've gotten wimpy spoiled living in FL (I used to live in Rochester, NY btw.)

and yes, I was kidding...

Figured you were kidding. I needed a swift kick in the a$$ at Timberman from Capt Jack when I had a weak moment - I was just returning the the tough love favor.

How shocking a NY'er now living in Florida! maybe I'll wuss wise up someday

Get some of the oversized ziploc bags for your stuff - they're big enough to get a pair of shoes in so your stuff can stay dry.  I'd also bring a second set of socks for the run - changing them out will cost you some time, but beats running in wet socks.