Sandman Triathlon - TriathlonSprint

What a total disaster. I was in the 4th wave so I had the opportunity to watch the others attempt to overcome the 5-7 foot surf. 4 people in the first wave made it about half way out, then turned around because they couldn't get out of the surf. The second and third waves went off and there were similar struggles. At 8:20 they blew the horn for my wave. Off I dashed in to the surf. I figured my height and weight might help me fair a little better...not so much. To make a long story short it took me over 3 minutes to get to the bouy. FINALLY, I wasnt getting pounded, just rolled around. I turn toward parallel to the shore and take a peak around. I can't see more than a few yards with the swells and there is certainly no sign of the bouy so I pick a hotel out down the beach to sight off of and start swimming. As a swam along and topped some swells I noticed the field was spread over probably 100 yards in width. People were all over the place. I think I was only close enough to touch someone else a half-dozen times or so. Anyway, the swim drags on and when I get within about 100 yards of the bouy I can finally see it. I swim around it and turn towards shore. As you might imagine, the beating from the surf returned continued. After a few spells under the water I make it to the beach.

Although this was my first race in the open water I don't think there was anything I could have done better.

Took my time. Didn't want to forget anything. Was happy to see my brother's bike was still in the stable (-:

Speed it up!

Best ride i've had to date. Course was very flat and fast. The wind was troublesome in a few spots, but overall conditions were excellent. I passed a ton of people, but had the favor returned by a handful of guys and girls who blew by me like I was standing still. Was a little pissed a the people who STOPPED at the mount dismount line and blocked those of us who were in a hurry.

Not much. Ran out of gas just as I crossed the dismount.

Threw on the shoes and was off in no time. This time I was glad to see my brother's bike was not there when I racked mine. He pulled in as I was buckling my race number. Off I go.

Not much. Go fast!

After T2 I felt good and started trotting along. It didn't take long for my bro to pass me. My 8:30 pace doesnt hold up to his low 7m/m. Held a steady pace and sprinted the last 100 to the finish.

Train harder to run faster (-:

6 gatorades and a bagel. Followed by the excellent post race party with BBQ and our friends from Budweiser.


The fact i've only been training for 4 months.


Great race and great first tri. (Excluding my DQ in August). I'll be there next year.