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Race Reports for Ironman Wisconsin 70.3

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Race rating (4)

Comments: I really enjoy this race--I preferred the bike course the way Milkman had it, but Ironman does a nice job with plenty of rest stops and supplies. It was great that finally, their 3rd year, they were able to figure out to get us into the water before the race for a warmup. It's a shame that despite that, 2 people, Mike McCulloch (61) and Todd Mahoney (38) died on the swim leg. The water was certainly warm enough (Ironman Racine always had Lake michigan water in the mid 60's) and calm enough (no waves at all until the rescue boat came through), so the conditions can't be blamed. Both athletes were very well-trained as well. A 'medical event' can happen at any time, and if it occurs while you are in the water, you're just kinda screwed. God knows the number of our days, and both men were fortunate, it a way, to go while doing an activity they loved. The sport itself should not be blamed. Nor should Ironman, as they always have plenty of lifeguards, SUPs, kayaks, and boats. I'm sure

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Race rating (4)

Comments: The course is hard for me but the location can't be beat since I live here, so I'll probably do it again even though it is expensive. Madison's volunteers are THE BEST! Because of the weather I had slow swim and transitions, but it gave me a PR on the run. Plus overcoming the weather and the mud showed me how strong and resilient I can be! It was a good day!

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Race rating (4)

Comments: They did not allow us to get into the water before the swim, which was not helpful at all. I do not tolerate cold water so it's really important I have time to acclimate, esp my face, before the race. I definitely lost time doing that in the actual race. The swim course was otherwise great, and they did a great job cleaning out the weeds. I don't know why they felt compelled to make the Milkman bike course even harder--the extra hills and 90-degree turns were difficult on such a hot day, but I guess the point of Ironman is to try to kill you (ambulances were running nonstop on the run from people who got fried out on the bike). The run course was good, a bit hilly, but the last couple of miles were nice and flat--other than the finish line which was up a big hill--is that really necessary? Overall a great race. If it wasn't so darn expensive I'd definitely do it again next year, but we may have to find something cheaper and a week later (this is too close to the Green Bay Marathon--not

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