Iron Girl Syracuse Women's Triathlon - TriathlonSprint


View Member's Race Log View other race reports
Syracuse, New York
United States
World Triathlon Corporation
77F / 25C
Overcast
Total Time = 1h 07m 26s
Overall Rank = 640/1150
Age Group = 35-39
Age Group Rank = 124/187
Pre-race routine:

This was my first big triathlon. I had participated with two "Y Not Tri" so at least I knew what to expect.
Event warmup:

Splashed around in the water; nothing more
Swim
  • 21m 51s
  • 656 yards
  • 03m 20s / 100 yards
Comments:

I just took it slow and steady; did not want to panic. I was there to do the best of my ability, knowing I would not be the first out of the water. I actually stayed on the inside of the course and suprisingly not kicked too badly. I think most of the women went farther on the left side of the course.
What would you do differently?:

Nothing. I am very happy with my results as I am still a beginner. I remained calm and I did not have to stop to rest. I did switch to backstroke 2x but only for about 30-60 seconds.
Transition 1
  • 03m 25s
Comments:

I only have cage peddles so I did not have to worry about clipless shoes. The run from the swim to the bike seemed very long. Was able to run the entire time.
What would you do differently?:

Not sure; I felt I gave it 100%. Glad I brought a bucket to sit on to put on my sneakers.
Bike
  • 1h 03m 9s
  • 18.64 miles
  • 17.71 mile/hr
Comments:

Went all out on the bike. The bike is my strongest disciplin so I gave it all I could. It had started to rain at one point, but I did not panic. I passed at least 40 women. The only women that passed me had tri-bikes.
What would you do differently?:

Nothing; very happy with my time. Beat my pr from practice.
Transition 2
  • 01m 18s
Comments:

I was super fast getting off the bike and out of my helmet. I did have to ask someone which way we ran out. She was kind of a snot about it, but whatever.
What would you do differently?:

Figure out where you run out of transition. I was so nervous before the race that I forgot to check it out.
Run
  • 37m 43s
  • 3.11 miles
  • 12m 08s  min/mile
Comments:

Fairly happy with the run. I am not a runner, so I was expecting to come in around 40 minutes. Considering my best 5K time was 36 minutes, I was very pleased with running the course in 37 minutes. If it weren't for the amazing crowd I would have probably walked a bit more
What would you do differently?:

Run faster!
Post race
Warm down:

I was on cloud 9. Accepted my meddle and a sports drink. Found my family and got teary eyed. This race was a huge accomplishment for me and I was very proud.

What limited your ability to perform faster:

I am not sure; I feel like I gave it my all and then some. Next year I plan to come back leaner and stronger.

Event comments:

Loved it! I am smiling in almost every single picture that was taken. Can't wait to do it again next year.




Last updated: 2011-08-14 12:00 AM
Swimming
00:21:51 | 656 yards | 03m 20s / 100yards
Age Group: 0/187
Overall: 0/1150
Performance: Good
Suit: No
Course: Retangle shape. Looked really long from shore. Many racers said they felt the swim was much longer than the 600m advertised.
Start type: Run Plus: Waves
Water temp: 77F / 25C Current: Low
200M Perf. Good Remainder: Good
Breathing: Average Drafting: Average
Waves: Good Navigation: Average
Rounding: Good
T1
Time: 03:25
Performance: Good
Cap removal: Good Helmet on/
Suit off:
Yes
Wetsuit stuck? No Run with bike: Yes
Jump on bike: No
Getting up to speed: Average
Biking
01:03:09 | 18.64 miles | 17.71 mile/hr
Age Group: 0/187
Overall: 400/1150
Performance:
I was very happy to average over 17 miles per hour. Last time I biked the course I finished in 1:07; big difference.
Wind: Some
Course: 98% flat with 2 small hills.
Road: Smooth Wet Cadence: 17
Turns: Good Cornering: Good
Gear changes: Average Hills: Good
Race pace: Comfortable Drinks: Not enough
T2
Time: 01:18
Overall: Average
Riding w/ feet on shoes Below average
Jumping off bike Bad
Running with bike Good
Racking bike Good
Shoe and helmet removal Good
Running
00:37:43 | 03.11 miles | 12m 08s  min/mile
Age Group: 0/187
Overall: 0/1150
Performance: Average
Course: Flat and fast out and back along the lake.
Keeping cool Good Drinking Just right
Post race
Weight change: %
Overall:
Mental exertion [1-5] 5
Physical exertion [1-5] 5
Good race? Yes
Evaluation
Course challenge Just right
Organized? Yes
Events on-time? Yes
Lots of volunteers? Yes
Plenty of drinks? Yes
Post race activities: Good
Race evaluation [1-5] 5