Final run stats TBD with the chip time, but my watch time was fairly accurate and matched my own perceived effort: 8 of 10. The waiting and walking was a little bothersome, but kept me in check and took away that competitive "must destroy my PR" urge. I ran easily, not struggling. I loved the live 'surf music' playing at two points on the course...from the beach boys to the pulp fiction soundtrack. Too funny! I enjoyed the scenery. Even stopped at the porta-potty, which although not pretty, was a good idea and freed my mind to think more about running and less about nature's persistent calling. In the end, we still had a nice sprint to the congested finish and enjoyed the goodies and ocean-dip post-race.

Run my own pace next race -- keep track of splits and really go for a PR.

Drank water, drank electrolytes, tried another Amino Vital bar 'the recovery' orange/cranberry one, ate 1/2 and orange and 1/2 a bagel, plus later a full banana.

Body-wise, I went straight to the cool Pacific Waters for an ocean dunk and later to the spa's whirlpool and steam room for heat. Gave my quads and calves a hard self-massage. Sooo nice!!


My conscience about not wanting to leave my partner in the weeds if she started cramping up or suffering kept me from running faster.


Great location, good race, just be prepared for the crowds!