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Race Reports for Pat Griskus Sprint Triathlon 2011

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Race rating (4)

Comments: Probably the best paced race I've ever run. I wish I hadn't fallen, because I lost some time on the bike. Also, I think this is the best I've ever felt running a race. I wasn't fatigued at all and felt like I has a lot of energy throughout. I did take it easy because of the sprint Tri on Sunday, but I definitely learned alot about pacing. I really could have run alot harder. Also screwed up the Garmin measurement. With the rain and the confusion at the start, I didn't set it up correctly for multisport. I also forgot to hit the button at the finish again. Lesson: Stay relaxed on the swim, push on the bike, but not to exhaustion, and then spend what's left on the run. In previous races I started out too quickly on the swim, went out of control on the bike, and then had absolutely nothing left on the run. This race was much more comfortable, and my finish was not much lower than I've seen in the past Nice race. Lots of people. Like the way they announced your name at the finish.

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Race rating (4)

Comments: Its a good race and a great venue. Griskus and Quassy can handle a big crowd very well. Rain was a bummer, but everything worked out fine. A finishers towel (Gatorade sponsor???) might have been nice swag instead of a rose (?!?!) but pleased with this race and would do it again. Great job by finishing announcer and volunteers.

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Race rating (5)

Comments: Race was intentionally delayed to about 20m to let Thunderstorms pass. Air Temp dropped from high 80s to 60/70 once rain came through. Bike course was soaked from rain. Made corners very difficult for my limited bike handling skills. Overall a solid race, about 4m faster than last year. Could have broken 1:10 if the bike course was dry.

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