Memorial Day Triathlon/Duathlon & Kids Mini-tri - TriathlonSprint

The swim was quite the experience. The first 100 yards were going great until somebody swam over the top of me which resulted in my goggles getting half kicked off. I tried to get back into a rythm but now my goggles are so fogged that I was swimming blind. I just settled for side-stroking the rest of the swim which was disappointing.

I would stay farther outside the crowd and just get tougher and get back to my stroke after there is contact.

T-1 seemed to go just fine. I passed a ton of people who were really taking their time in transition.

Nothing, I was happy with it.

I really surprised myself on the bike leg. In training I figured I averaged 16.5-17 mph but during the race I was at or above 18 mph. Passed quite a few and got passed by 2.

From looking at race pictures, I see that I am too compact and I could raise the seat and maybe lower the bars some.

T-2 was quick because I biked in my running shoes (toe cages)

Started out a bit rough off the bike but then after 3/4 mile I found a good rythm and cruised through. I finished strong with a smile on my face.

I just need to run more to increase speed.

Walked around and high fived/hugged/kissed my friends and family. That was cool down enough. I was super excited.


The swim, bike setup (positioning), and overall fitness.


This was my 1st tri and I couldn't be happier. I beat my personal goal by 10:33 and won my age group (although it was a small local sprint). I had the biggest cheering section of anybody with about 25 friends and family all cheering and waving huge signs. I almost got choked up coming into the finish with all the support.

I'm so glad I chose a local event so that everyone could come and share this experience with me.

I have a lot of room for improvement and I am looking forward to the next event which will be the same format on July 3rd.