Ironman 70.3 Kansas - Triathlon1/2 Ironman

Swim conditions were terrible. The water was extremely choppy and the swim was very physical. The swim went from a race to just trying to survive. I couldn't sight very well due to the chop of the water and therefore, I think I swam quite a bit extra than what was needed.

Came out of the water well. I was one of the first bikes in, so I didn't have to run very far out of the water, but that meant I had to run farther with my bike. Wetsuit came off pretty easily and really the transition wasn't too bad. I saw my wife and kids so I went over to say hi and give hugs and kisses. Then I had to go a 2nd time to give my son a hug. I probably cost time doing that, but they support me and I wanted to take the time to say thank you.

Just move a little faster.

I tried to keep my HR in the 130-140 range for the first 10-15 miles to settle down. I didn't want to blow up my legs and not have anything left for the run. I thought I was doing a decent job but probably could have moved a little faster. Dropped the chain once, but that wasn't really that big of a deal, other than having to stop to put it back on. My lower back started to tighten up with about 10 miles left and my seat was giving me some saddle pain. Will not wear those shorts again for a race.

Picked up the pace a little more.
Different shorts for the race.
Unwrap clip bars and wrap them with plastic wrap before race.

Went well. Again, went over and saw my wife and kids, so that ate a little time but nothing too bad. I kept my shoes in a plastic bag and had to fumble to get it opened.

Move faster

I thought the run went extremely well or at least alot better than last year. I didn't really walk much other than the aid stations. My shoes felt great and I was happy with their performance. My wife and kids were set up at our campsite and that made it nice to get to see them 4 times. Again, I stopped each time to say hello, so that cost me some time but that time was well spent.

None


Nothing really. I tried to conserve energy and I think I did a great job but that cost me some time. I just didn't want to go to the medical tent again.


Great race. Will probably keep coming back each year to do it. The camping and overall environment of the race is exceptional.