Nation's Triathlon - TriathlonOlympic

Stupid me. I screwed up royally the day before and didn't get to do a practice swim. I really stunk this swim up. I did 95% backstroke b/c I was panicky and couldn't get a rhythm. I was prepared to swim, but not prepared for the event of swimming the tri. At least I know what to expect for next time around.

This swim could not have been worse unless I hadn't finished it. I can't imagine doing any worse than this. I have to work on navigating around other swimmers when I run into them. I have to work on getting my breathing going in the open water. I have to work on all the distractions.

First transition ever. Could have been better. Could have been worse.

Go faster.

New Easton Race wheels. I had never ridden them before. This was my first timed time-trial. I was very happy with a 20.4mph speed in the rain.

I think the ceramic brake on the back might have been touching the tire. Its unknown, but if that was the case it would have slowed me down.

Forgot my race belt! I was slow because I was trying to get some nutrition. I should have saved this for the run portion rather than doing it while I stopped. I also lost time putting the bike computer in the bag. Tying laces took too long. Need to put on the race laces next time.

Good run. First mile the slowest and last mile the fastest.

Run faster.

None.


Swimming, swimming, swimming.


The weather could have ruined this race, but the organizers regrouped and did a great job under tough circumstances.