Lums Pond - TriathlonSprint

Swam to the best of my ability. I need swim lessons to improved my form if I want to get faster.

Nothing, except get swim lessons.

Lost time clipping into my pedals. Just to uncoordinated or rushing too much to make a smooth transition mounting the bike.

Looking into tri specific shoes that will enable me to eliminate clipping into the pedals, plus allow me to run faster from rack to mounting area.

I rode an entry level road bike with aerobars and stock wheels, and was pleased with the result based on 50 miles/week of training. At < 140 pounds I lack power to compete with the bigger and stronger bikers in flat races. I had to stand up a lot to generate the additional power needed.

Aside from getting a tri-bike with race wheels, I need to stop mashing the bigger gears and start riding at a higher cadence. I also need to continue to build quad strength and power to enable me to remain in the saddle more during races.

I lost at least 30 seconds not taking my feet out of the shoes, plus I drank about 16 ounces of Gatorade in T2.

Take feet out of shoes and drink while moving on the bike.

First mile was rough as always, but really felt strong during the last 2 miles and was getting a lot faster.

Nothing

Drank beer


Inexperience, equipment, and lack of bike miles.


Looking forward to next year....