Savageman HIM - Triathlon1/2 Ironman


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Deep Creek Lake, Maryland
United States
"Tri-to-Win" Melanoma Foundation
Sunny
Total Time = 6h 16m 54s
Overall Rank = 43/182
Age Group = 30-34
Age Group Rank = 6/25
Pre-race routine:

Woke up around 3:45 and began the process. Took a shower and packed everything for the drive over to Deep Creek. Ate breakfast on the way over at around 5am. Arrived a bit early however, we were able to get in the park and simply parked and waited for a bit.
Headed down to transition and began that process which took a bit longer considering the double and triple checks I did because of the distance and new routines...like arm warmers and nutritional adjustments!
Event warmup:

Did a bit of stretching throughout the morning however, similar to Hagerstown and Northeast I chose not to warm-up with any running...more of a mental thang than anything else!
Swim
  • 31m 15s
  • 2112 yards
  • 01m 29s / 100 yards
Comments:

Felt like the swim went pretty well. I started out fairly strong really concentrating on form and finishing my stroke. After seperating a bit from everyone I was able to swim in some clean water except for some solid drafting efforts on the way out. Unfortunately I wasn't able to maintain the drafting on the way back in b/c of catching some of the swimmers from the first wave as well as having to stop and clear my foggy goggles. Not the best pace however, I do think the extra distance from .9 to 1.2 made a difference b/c my arms and shoulders were quite fatigued.
What would you do differently?:

Other than training and figuring out a way to avoid having my goggles always fog up I am pretty pleased with the effort. Ideally, I will be down around 29-30 minutes at Eagleman next year......at least that's my goal......we'll see!!!
Transition 1
  • 05m 59s
Comments:

Definitely SLOW but I anticipated that b/c of the somewhat lengthy uphill run to T1. I also wasn't in any hurry b/c of the arm warmers and nutrition piece. Took my time and made sure I was good to go.
What would you do differently?:

Improve my time but like I said I think it will come once I begin to feel more comfortable with new elements involved!
Bike
  • 3h 35m 26s
  • 56 miles
  • 15.60 mile/hr
Comments:

Well ... it was an interesting experience and honestly a few days removed one that I am glad I took part in. Although it was last minute and I wsn't as prepared as I could have been I think it was a great test for me mentally. It was great to be tested like this and feel what it is like to be forced to do something so difficult.
I will say that the change in cassette seemed to make little difference ... 12-25 or 12-27 ... it didn't afford me the opportunity to spin like I would have thought I could have. Just seemed like I was up and out of my saddle quite a bit. I do think training a bit more and riding hills more often will stregthen the legs a bit more and help long term on hills and flats. Also, I think getting the proper fit on a better bike is going to make a difference too!
What would you do differently?:

Train....Fit.....Bike!
Transition 2
  • 02m 48s
Comments:

Once again I took my time to ensure I was prepared for the 13.1 I had coming. Took a couple endurolytes before taking off since I missed having those on the bike.
Run
  • 2h 01m 29s
  • 13.1 miles
  • 09m 16s  min/mile
Comments:

Actually didn't feel too bad coming off the bike which I was expecting. That said, I definitely wasn't able to move the legs as quickly as I would have liked for fear off any and all muscles in my legs seizing up which they have a tendency to do. My first lap was just over and hour, maybe 1:02:??, and although running by the finish line was a little tough I actually felt pretty good considering!
My goal from the outset was to negative split the run. Ultimately I wanted under 2hours and thought I had a shot - actually pushed real hard the last mile and a half but alas I was unable to get the goal time however, I was real proud of my effort and determination. Aside from a pace over 9min miles - I am ok with the result. I know I can improve and ultimately I think I can get myself to a point where I am running a stronger 13.1 at the 70.3 distance!
What would you do differently?:

Train and maybe take another PB Gel b/c I felt great after getting the 2 I had in my system!
Post race
Warm down:

Stretched out a bit.

What limited your ability to perform faster:

Training and experience!!!

Event comments:

Overall, like I said earlier, I'm just really glad I tried SavageMan. Although it was my first HALF and one of the most diffcult ones around I think long-term it's going to help me with my preperation physically and more importantly mentally!
I love the way my season ended b/c I was able to end on Personal bests at each distance. Granted this is my first half but for me to finish and feel ok doing this particular half....that's a personal best in my book....at least for now!
I will definitely re-examine this after Eagleman!!!




Last updated: 2008-09-23 12:00 AM
Swimming
00:31:15 | 2112 yards | 01m 29s / 100yards
Age Group: 4/25
Overall: 23/182
Performance: Good
Suit: Orca Apex
Course: Rectangular swim along the shoreline.
Start type: Deep Water Plus: Waves
Water temp: 0F / 0C Current: Low
200M Perf. Good Remainder: Good
Breathing: Average Drafting: Good
Waves: Navigation: Average
Rounding: Good
T1
Time: 05:59
Performance: Average
Cap removal: Average Helmet on/
Suit off:
Wetsuit stuck? Yes Run with bike: Yes
Jump on bike: Yes
Getting up to speed:
Biking
03:35:26 | 56 miles | 15.60 mile/hr
Age Group: 13/25
Overall: 58/182
Performance: Average
Wind:
Course: BEAUTIFUL course but WOW....an extremely difficult course b/c of all the climbing and I was not well trained for the ride...to say the least! I will say though - riding along the Savage River was incredible!!! I also really enjoyed some of the downhill portions of the ride...fast and technical!
Road: Smooth  Cadence:
Turns: Average Cornering: Average
Gear changes: Average Hills: Below average
Race pace: Hard Drinks: Just right
T2
Time: 02:48
Overall: Average
Riding w/ feet on shoes Good
Jumping off bike Good
Running with bike Good
Racking bike Good
Shoe and helmet removal Average
Running
02:01:29 | 13.1 miles | 09m 16s  min/mile
Age Group: 7/25
Overall: 40/182
Performance: Good
Course: 2 laps within the park.
Keeping cool Good Drinking Just right
Post race
Weight change: %
Overall: Good
Mental exertion [1-5] 5
Physical exertion [1-5] 5
Good race? Yes
Evaluation
Course challenge Just right
Organized? Yes
Events on-time?
Lots of volunteers? Yes
Plenty of drinks? Yes
Post race activities: Good
Race evaluation [1-5] 5