Aflac Iron Girl Duathlon - DuathlonStandard

This went as fast as I hoped. It was already warm. Last year 17:51.

My transition area was right by the run-in, but about as far as possible from the bike-out. The racks were numbered this time, although this was my planned stategy. I was able to run well with the bike since the new bike steers with the seat really well. I took off my socks since I prefer them for running but I couldn't fit them in my bike shoes. It went quickly though.

Last year 01:11:23, so I'm happy with this. Still getting used to the new bike. I put on my old seat from the Trek and we lowered it a bit, so it was a lot more comfortably than at my last race. I can work on the seat issue this winter, I needed to be able to get through the 22 miles today without permanently injuring something.

More biking, more hills would never hurt.

Ran with my bike back to my spot, which is a new one for me. Got on a fresh pair of socks and my shoes again, which went well, and hustled out of there. Pretty darn good for me.

I did have my CO2 pump in my shirt, which I took in and out for the ride. I need to get a seat bag that will hold everything I need.

00:19:26 last year, so VERY glad. I knew this was the area where I could improve the most. I only walked one tiny little bit, but everywhere I else I saw 6.4 mph on the Garmin at least whenever I checked. Tired but kept pushing - a big improvement for me.

Could always run faster, but I'm pretty happy with this.

This is an excellent race and I would recommend it for any newcomer to racing. I want to try some other stuff next year so I doubt I will sign up, but I am hoping to volunteer. Iron Girl and Judy Molnar put on first class events.