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Race Reports for Chicago Triathlon - Sprint Course 2009

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Race rating (5)
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  • Organised?Yes
  • Events on time?Yes

  • Lots of volunteers to help?Yes
  • Plenty of drink stations?Yes

  • Post race activities? Good
  • Overall course based on my ability: Just right

  • Comments: This was my first triathlon and I will definetely return again next year!
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  • Organised?Yes
  • Events on time?Yes

  • Lots of volunteers to help?Yes
  • Plenty of drink stations?Yes

  • Post race activities? Average
  • Overall course based on my ability: Just right

  • Comments: I came in not knowing what to expect, and now I feel as if I could knock 15 minutes off just by doing it again. Not to mention that I will NEVER AGAIN get caught without a wetsuit for an event.
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  • Organised?Yes
  • Events on time?Yes

  • Lots of volunteers to help?Yes
  • Plenty of drink stations?Yes

  • Post race activities? Good
  • Overall course based on my ability: Just right

  • Comments: It was a great race to be at, although I wish I had a better performance. This was my second triathlon overall and I thought I would feel a little more comfortable than I was. All I can do is look forward to the next race.
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  • Organised?Yes
  • Events on time?Yes

  • Lots of volunteers to help?Yes
  • Plenty of drink stations?Yes

  • Post race activities? Good
  • Overall course based on my ability: Just right

  • Comments: Even though I didn't really train like I should have, this was my first race ever! I had so much fun even after the hell that was the swim and I finished! For me the best part of the race was all the people cheering the racers on the entire time (and when they call your name right before you cross the finish line)! Also, a special shout out to Amyitalia who inspired me to do this in the first place, i'm gonna be hardcore about training next year and I already can't wait!
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  • Organised?Yes
  • Events on time?Yes

  • Lots of volunteers to help?Yes
  • Plenty of drink stations?Yes

  • Post race activities? Good
  • Overall course based on my ability: Just right

  • Comments: I was surprised that a race this big could be so organized. My swim started at exactly 6:34am, just like it was supposed to. The atmosphere was awesome. So many triathletes (wannabees like me). Lots of first timers too (but I had done 2 smaller ones before this one and am glad I did....it could be overwhelming). Tons of volunteers and spectators cheering us on...it was really cool. I'm planning on doing the Oly next year (yikes!) Overall a great race and a wonderful experience.
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Race rating (4)
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  • Organised?Yes
  • Events on time?Yes

  • Lots of volunteers to help?Yes
  • Plenty of drink stations?Yes

  • Post race activities? Good
  • Overall course based on my ability: Just right

  • Comments: Loved the course! Nice and flat, but I didn't push myself hard enough, even on the run. Great end to the season, but surprised with my result even with my lackluster performance. I don't even know why I'm so upset... I'm in the top 3%. I guess I'm just that competitive. Upset that I didn't get the correct size of shirts... why the heck did they even want to know your size if they don't have any left over for you? I know I came late for sign in, but seriously. But I will be back next year FOR SURE doing the olympic distance. Great race. Hopefully my aerobic base will be better, and with over a year of training (instead of 3 months), hopefully I can do great things. I don't want to sound cocky, but next year will really decide if I want to race seriously. I did great this season with not that much training, and hopefully I can keep making gains like I have been.
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  • Organised?Yes
  • Events on time?Yes

  • Lots of volunteers to help?Yes
  • Plenty of drink stations?Yes

  • Post race activities? Good
  • Overall course based on my ability: Just right

  • Comments: I've heard people complain about the size of this race and the logistical nightmares but I had a fantastic time. I was in a very early wave, so that probably made a difference but I found that the swim and bike courses were not at all crowded and that all of the logistics went off without a hitch. Now I would not have wanted to be in the F 25-29 Oly wave, I think they had to wait until like almost 10am to start. If I do this race again it will be the sprint and not the Oly, as I like the early start time.
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  • Organised?Yes
  • Events on time?Yes

  • Lots of volunteers to help?Yes
  • Plenty of drink stations?Yes

  • Post race activities? Good
  • Overall course based on my ability:

  • Comments: I have only done 4 triathlons over the last 6 years and they have all been Chicago sprints (2 age group & 2 mtb divisions) and they've always been a blast. It's especially nice to start & end early and be able to spectate & enjoy the festivities. Although I plan to finally upgrade to a road/tri bike and do some long course races next season, I'll definitely come back and do the sprint at Chicago once again.
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