USAT screwed up the timing, so I have no idea what my race time was, or ranking, but came in somewhere in the 25-30th out of 65 range based on those who did receive swim splits.

swim faster, DAMMIT!

Bike mount line was at the bottom of steep hill, but mounted fine, got a slap in the ass by Scott, which meant I beat him out of the water (celebrate the small victories!) and was on my way.

Raced with Scott's "FeXY" wheels, felt great, not sure it really gave me an advantage, but I looked Fexy....bike was hard, but my heart rate was manageable.

train harder, as always.

Good T2, but did have some issue with shoes. Gotta get the Yankz switched out!

Hip flexors were screaming. Not sure if it was the ups or the downs, but it sucked. No calf issues though. Thighs were sore afterwards as well. No gatorade on the course, which totally sucked. Sun was shining, but heat wasn't too bad.

Run more hills!

lots of walking.

Overall stats: Calories 2280, max HR: 240, min HR: 109, AHR: 165


hills, training.


USAT did a HORRIBLE job of timing, and the post-race awards ceremony drug on forever, and the post-race dinner was pathetic! The food was good, but not nearly enough (one serving only) and the wine was deplorable! White zin, chablis, and burgundy. They did have good Oregon microbrew, so that was at least one good decision made.