Spirit of Racine Half Ironman Triathlon - Triathlon1/2 Ironman

Swim appeared short but that's okay with me. Also the bouys were moved closer to shore. Lots of people standing up. Okay I may stood up once or twice. My first draft was to slow so I passed him my second draft got tired and stood up. My third was about my speed. Hey sounds like the 3 little bears. Wetsuit chaffed me again but not bad. I always eat a gel 15 min before swim and it helps.

Not draft and go on my own. I feel stronger now but lack the confidence.
More lube on neck, maybe cut off neck part on wetsuit.

Way back Coach Brett taught me to leave shoes on bike and it always pays off.
There about 4 guys in my row already done with swimming but I beat them by not having to put on my shoes. Of course they pass me on the bike.

more lube on heels and arms

I took it easy for about 2 miles then I started to crank it up.
I remembered to drink and eat this time. Many people were still riding on left when not passing. Lots of drafting and blocking but I was able to go around. I saw the referee give out penalties to a big group of people that were drafting and blocking. I think they thought they were in the Tour de France. Eat Power bar 240 Cal. 2 gels and tons of heed and 1 18oz bottle of Gatorade Endurance.

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Put socks on and shoes and go. Decided not to wear a visor. Also decided to wear my race belt with a a little bag to carry fuel. It ended up being a pain in the butt. Little mistake.

go faster

Right away I had to pee and saw a girl run into some bushes so I followed but found my own spot. Then Later I had to pee again and was able to find a port a potty empty. I cramped slightly going up the big hill and walked it off. I believe it was the after effect from hammering on the bike. I was able to recover and slowly gained speed. 2 gels 2 endurlytes, 4 or 6 tumms and some heed and water.

I guess I could have pushed harder but feared cramping like I always do when I push to hard.

I went into the lake to wash off the sweat and walked around. Some stretching


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It is always nice to hang out with some many cool athletes. IM here I come!