Marlborough Triathlon - TriathlonSprint

Started in back, relaxed. First half had some issues with congestion - mainly slower folks in front (usually stopping or going to breast stroke). Second half much better, Sighting was good and swimming was smooth. Wetsuit was the right call - not overheated at all.

Maybe start even further away from the congestion despite a little longer distance.

Long run to my bike location. Suit came off as expected. Socks and bike shoes were probably the biggest show ups. Didn't feel as disoriented as my first tri.

Maybe its time to thing about no socks - especially for a sprint.

First race on a tri-bike (Felt B16) purchased 3 weeks ago. Not enough time on it, but still felt relatively comfortable. Just not ready for the hills as most of what little time I've had was spent getting used to aero. Bike bottle included Gatorade Endurance.

Just more time on the tri-bike. I'm a novice bike rider to begin with and it will take me some time to have good results. Possibly a gel and or S cap before the bike.

Second transition area. Used speed laces effectively. Took gel and water.

Not much

Tough first loop. Uphill sections were a challenge and the temperature was coming up. Stomach did not feel great. Took my bottled water from T2 with me. Second loop was better, but slow overall.

Just make sure I am properly fueled for the run. Hilly bike course and hot weather got the best of my run.

None, just more liquids at the finish, and then gathering items from 2 transition areas and riding bike (again uphill!) back to the car.


More time on the tri-bike and just more bike training in general including hills.


From a participant standpoint the 2 transition areas is a little challenging. Swim course was fine. The bike and run courses were challenging (very hilly). Satisfied to finish. Just need to temper expectaions by factoring in the race venue.