Chelan Man Multisport weekend - TriathlonSprint

Nice swim. There was a line strung between some of the buoys which was fantastic for navigation. It was fun being one of the first out of the the water, but not fun getting overtaken all day for the rest of the race :) I guess that's what happens when your swimming is a million times better than your biking and running.

Position better at the start

Since this was my first tri, I just took my time and concentrated on trying not to forget anything. Struggled a little with the wetsuit.

Not forget to bring stupid shoes for biking on the trip in the first place!!! I have cage-style pedals so it wasn't too much of a disaster but the running shoes still felt a little strange and bulky.

Enjoyed the ride. Felt fairly strong and controlled. For me it was a decent ride.

Waaay more time in saddle. Didn't have new bike for long enough to get completely used to it. Didn't drink nearly enough - need to get used to hydrating on the bike.

Again, took it pretty easy. Already had running shoes on.

Should have had more to drink since I didn't drink enough on the bike. Should have done more bricks... Legs felt pretty bad.

I'm a poor runner (for now) so I was just aiming for 10min miles and pretty much got there. Really felt the effects of the heat and not drinking enough during the race. Had to walk several times.

Get more miles in and improve overall running fitness is the main goal. The more weight I lose, the easier it's becoming. I'll get there.

Finally managed to drink a lot. Cheered my friends in and then stretched.


Had an in-law family trip to Vegas for 5 days 2 weeks out from the race, and came back from it with a nasty cold which I am still getting over. Don't know how much that affected me but I guess a little at least. Couldn't do the training I wanted during the final 2 weeks. No excuses though!


Seemed very well organized. Loved my first tri and am pretty much hooked. Looking forward to more.