Ironman 70.3 Austin - Triathlon1/2 Ironman

Lots of people in the wave and started off a little choppy getting kicked and grabbed. Went way off course at the beginning because I couldn't see any of the buoys. After the first 500 meters or so, started getting into a rhythm but had a little bit of trouble siting especially the orange buoys after the halfway point. The last 200-300 meters were perfect and I now have my preferred pace for the full in May.

Better siting and settle into my pace sooner.

It was very muddy and not great conditions so I had to carry my bike like everyone else. Since I was walking in my shoes (required) they got very muddy on the cleats.

Maybe a little quicker because I was taking my time

Glad I prepped for the hills because the entire course was up and down. Very technical with nearly constant gear changing. Got a flat around mile 35 that took me about 10 minutes to change because it was on the back tire which I'm terrible at changing. Felt good after the bike and was ready to run.

Better at changing back tire and continue hill work.

Again, I took my time and enjoyed the race. Saw my family and ran back to high five them before starting to run. A perfect flying dismount at the line.

Maybe a little more urgency.

Great until around mile 3 when my legs completely tightened up. Began to shuttle/walk from that point on. Last lap was tough but finished strong.

Gotta figure out why my legs tightened up so much and more hill training wouldn't hurt.

Stretch and eat.


Running breakdown.


Not very impressed with my first Ironman event. The expo was nice but the transitions weren't high production value like I thought they would be with little attention to detail. And the post-race "party" was lacking a lot. The veggie burgers were no a great choice. I didn't have the turkey sandwich but I heard it was just as bad. Nothing else in post race. I really expected more especially for the premium price.