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Comments: When the gun went off there was an immediate hill. I was having stomach and GI issues as my stomach reminded me that eating so late wasn't a good idea. I nearly got sick two times during the first 2 miles of the race and almost quit the run 1/2 mile in. I really wanted to be running the associated 10 mile race which was going off 15 minutes later, as I hate sprinting. Oh well, it was time to ignore my issues and run my race. My initial pace had more to do with the friend I was running besides than anything else. He was moving and I know I am faster than him so I tried to keep up. Even while hurting, I still managed a 6:54 1st mile. Mile 2 was more of the same and I actually pulled towards the side in case I had to get sick. Mile 2 was 6:58. Somewhere after mile 2, I dropped my friend and my body finally figured out what was going on and settled in. My training took over and the stomach was no longer an issue. Mile 3 was right around 7 flat and I decided to slow a bit coming into the transition area to get my HR back down before the bike. Considering my 'issues' this actually was a good run and was a 5k PR. What would you do differently?: Not be on an airplane until midnight. Eat and hydrate properly the day before the race. Other than that, nothing as it WAS a PR.  Transition 1
Comments: No matter what type of race, my transitions just aren't good. I never come into the T area with a proper plan. What would you do differently?: Practice transitions.  Bike
Comments: As I stated earlier, this was my inaugural non-trainer ride on my new Cervelo P2K. I have yet to set up my bike computer, so I never had any idea on my speed. As usual, it took me a couple of extra seconds to get clipped and up to speed. Then I just started riding with an emphasis on a comfortable cadance. I passed some people along the first loop and was passed by others. Once I got settled it was a very enjoyable ride and I fell in love with my bike. The wind on the bike through Ft. Story from the Ocean was also pretty tough and at times I had to concentrate on staying upright. During the 2nd loop, I could feel that dehydration from all my time on the plane becoming a factor. I started to have calf cramps and I would pedal and then coast. I probably did this for about a mile until I was finally able to get rid of the cramps with some stretching (while riding), a gel with extra sodium, and Gatorade. However, I know this cost me some time on the bike. Loop 3 was uneventful and I held my position the rest of the way in. What would you do differently?: Be properly hydrated. I actually think I rode a good race as I never really hammered, but finished with a good pace for me - you gotta love the bike! :) Transition 2
Comments: Ummmm - whatever. Run
Comments: I really don't remember much about the second run. At this point, I actually was feeling good. First mile was a little slow as I was still getting my legs back. Miles 2 & 3 were a bit faster and I passed a few people going up the last hill. Actually, this run was a little conservative as I had a real good push at the end. What would you do differently?: Nothing - pretty good second run. Maybe, I could have run harder, but who cares! Post race
Warm down: Walked around and had some more Gatorade. Waited for my friend to finish. Chatted with him a little bit and headed home. What limited your ability to perform faster: See travel details and time on my new bike. Event comments: The was the first annual race - highly recommended!!! Nice cap to the racing season. :) Last updated: 2006-11-18 12:00 AM
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Overall Rank = 46/249
Age Group = M 35-39
Age Group Rank = 8/36
After travel the latter part of the week, I spent the evening before the race on an airplane. This killed me as I only got 4 hours of sleep and had to force myself to eat something when I got home at 1 am as I hadn't eaten since Noon. I also knew I was somwhat dehydrated from 4+ hours on the plane. More on this later.
Morning was a short drive to the race while drinking plenty of fluids. I decided not to eat anything as I could still feel last night's late dinner in my stomach.
When I arrived I took my new TRI bike for a quick spin as the only time I've spent on the bike was on the trainer. I figured getting a little time on the roads was a good idea so I could figure out handling, braking, etc. After I set up the transition area, I stood in line for the port-o-johns and drank a Red Bull (4 hours sleep!). When I was through the line there was only about 10 minutes until the race so I headed towards the start and chatted with one of my friends.