Devil's Challenge - TriathlonSprint


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Baraboo, Wisconsin
United States
Wisconsin Triathlon Series
43F / 6C
Precipitation
 		Total Time = 1h 46m 51s
Overall Rank = 303/549
Age Group = M-NOV
Age Group Rank = 17/62
Event warmup:

Some running to get the legs warmed up, arm circles to get the arms warm. No swim warmup since the air temp was so cold.
Swim
  • 09m 44s
  • 481 yards
  • 02m 01s / 100 yards
What would you do differently?:

My sighting was terrible. I swam WAY off course, out towards the middle of the lake rather than staying tight to the bouys. I need to sight more frequently since there are no lane lines in open water. :)
Transition 1
  • 03m 37s
Comments:

It was a long run into transition with some rough ground and tree roots in the path. The race volunteers were great though, pointing everything out as you ran by.
What would you do differently?:

The wetsuit got stuck on my big ol' feet so more bodyglide needed on my heel next time.
Bike
  • 1h 05m 36s
  • 15 miles
  • 13.72 mile/hr
Comments:

A very safe and well organized bike course. Every intersection had volunteers and a Sheriff controlling traffic.

The rain definitely played a factor towards the end of the ride. The last decent was sketchy, a few people went down.
What would you do differently?:

Train on more hills, maybe drink a little more towards the beginning of the bike.
Transition 2
  • 01m 57s
Run
  • 25m 57s
  • 3 miles
  • 08m 39s  min/mile
Comments:

I cramped a bit at the beginning of the run, but pushed through. I could have pushed harder but I'm happy with the result.
What would you do differently?:

Maybe push a little harder, I know I'm capable of sub 8 minute pace for a 5K. But I'm still happy with my result.
Post race
Warm down:

Lots of walking and getting warm, dry clothes on. Ate some pasta and a shredded chicken sandwich that was provided. Pretty good stuff. Went and got a hot chocolate.

Event comments:

A super race with very friendly staff and volunteers. The course was well marked and I felt very safe during the entire race. I will definitely be doing more WI Tri Series races in the future.

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Last updated: 2010-04-12 12:00 AM
Swimming
00:09:44 | 481 yards | 02m 01s / 100yards
Age Group: 16/62
Overall: 0/549
Performance: Average
Suit: Xterra Vortex 3 sleeveless
Course:
Start type: Run Plus: Waves
Water temp: 0F / 0C Current: Low
200M Perf. Good Remainder: Below average
Breathing: Average Drafting: Bad
Waves: Navigation: Bad
Rounding: Below average
T1
Time: 03:37
Performance: Average
Cap removal: Average Helmet on/
Suit off: 		No
Wetsuit stuck? Yes Run with bike: Yes
Jump on bike: No
Getting up to speed: Good
Biking
01:05:36 | 15 miles | 13.72 mile/hr
Age Group: 25/62
Overall: 0/549
Performance: Good
Wind: Little
Course: A very hilly and challenging course.
Road: Smooth Wet Cadence: 74
Turns: Good Cornering: Good
Gear changes: Good Hills: Good
Race pace: Comfortable Drinks: Not enough
T2
Time: 01:57
Overall: Good
Riding w/ feet on shoes
Jumping off bike
Running with bike Average
Racking bike Good
Shoe and helmet removal Good
Running
00:25:57 | 03 miles | 08m 39s  min/mile
Age Group: 23/62
Overall: 0/549
Performance: Average
Course: Very well marked. Ran through a camp ground so there were a lot of spectators.
Keeping cool Good Drinking
Post race
Weight change: %
Overall: Good
Mental exertion [1-5] 4
Physical exertion [1-5] 4
Good race? Yes
Evaluation
Course challenge Just right
Organized? Yes
Events on-time? Yes
Lots of volunteers? Yes
Plenty of drinks? Yes
Post race activities: Good
Race evaluation [1-5] 5