Pacific Crest Half Iron Triathlon - Triathlon1/2 Ironman

Wore tripple cap because of the cold. Spent more time in the water to make sure I didn't get a jolt.

Transition requires bagging the T1 stuff which takes some time. Also, it is a pretty long transition area.

Not wear gloves on bike and roll socks.

Really great bike course because it is so pretty and it really feels great to fly after all the climbing. The first major hill (aprox mile 21) was harder this time than the second.

I change to a compact crank which really helped me not feel as beat on the climb but I may change the rear to a 12-27 next year. I really need to work out my eating on the bike. Didn't really get things together so I felt kind of off.

Had a good transition while focusing on keeping my heart rate in check for the hills I knew were coming.

Don't take any energy prodcuts on the run. They aren't necessary since there are so many aid stations. It just wasted time and created more hassel.

I enjoyed the run but fell apart at mile 11. I stoped for a potty break and then started to get dizzy so finished with a walk/run. Really disapointed in not running everything but the aid stations. I felt great about running through the first tough part with no cramps.

Need to get more prepared on bike and figure out energy so run is better. May switch socks going into the run to keep from blisters.

Food, friends, and hydration.


Nutrition was off and not enough time on the bike


I really love the weekend and the people at this event. Volunteers are excellent and the competitors are friendly and fun. The course is tough but so beautiful. I feel so lucky to be able to do this and walk the next day and have all the great memories.