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Comments: A good swim for me. My sighting was better than usual and I felt strong the whole way. What would you do differently?: Nothing  Transition 1
Comments: For me, this was a calm and orderly transition. It helped that I actually thought through what I would do in the T area before, and tried to execute the plan. For the most part, it worked. Almost got it down to under 3 minutes. What would you do differently?: Still have trouble getting the bike shirt on due to everything being wet. Going to switch to a one piece outfit going foreward to avoid this step if possible.  Bike
Comments: Nice course. Around mile 5-6 there was a long hill that was very challenging - speed was probably not more than 9-11 mph the whole way here. Did not relish the fact that I had to do that hill again on loop 2! What would you do differently?: Set up Cateye before as I could not zero it out on the course.This was frustrating as it was a stupid oversight. Transition 2
Comments: Relatively smooth T2. Comfortable changes. There was a woman from L street who had completed the sprint and was by her bike. Actually stopped for a little chat, which added some time. But, hey - this is suppose to be fun! What would you do differently?: Chat longer!  Run
Comments: Still a bit too hot for me as I struggle anytime the temps get > 65 and it is humid. Tried to keep a comfortable pace the whole way just concentrating on being comfortable, feeling not tired or too hot and tried to keep disciplined - no stoppiing, but walk at water stops to hydrate and douse in a couple of cups of water to cool off. It seemed to work. I was pleased to see that my overall pace was < 9 mpm. What would you do differently?: Nothing. Post race
Warm down: Hydrated and walked. Went for a dip in the lake to cool off. Played some golf in the afternoon and went to a clambake. What limited your ability to perform faster: Age! Event comments: Very well run event. I may do this one again. Last updated: 2008-07-21 12:00 AM
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 2008-07-28 6:51 AM |
Member  8 Sudbury, MA |  Subject: Massachusetts State Triathlon |
| 2008-07-28 4:34 PM in reply to: #1563592 |
Master 1641    Cambridge, MA | Subject: RE: Massachusetts State Triathlon Nice race out there -- you sounded really relaxed and easy, but not lax, about the whole thing. It's good to enjoy the day, enjoy the course and the camaraderie! I liked that it was a smaller race, and well-run except for not having much food at the end. Apples are great and all, but...well, at least the girl scouts came around with cookie packs. Cheers, -Sunny |
| 2008-07-28 7:26 PM in reply to: #1563592 |
Pro 4612 MA | Subject: RE: Massachusetts State Triathlon hey nice race!! Little eqipment gliches can be over come easily in the future. I always forgot to reset the bike computer. I don't like one-piece trisuit as it's difficult to take off and get on before the race, but a 2-piece suit would work well. Wear it on s/b/r and no need to mess with changing! Great pace on the run, too. What's your next race? |
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Overall Rank = 124/172
Age Group = 55-59
Age Group Rank = 4/7
I loaded the car, packed and checked the bike the night before. Early to bed, but did not sleep too well. Up at 4:45 for usual breakfast - it was pouring rain outside with ocassional thunder and lightening. I questioned whether or not the event would be a go because T-storms were forecast all day. Anyway, the rain was warm so I mused that it could not be all that bad as long as I did not crash the bike! Worried that Rosalyn would get soaked while waiting for me. But as it turned out, the weather gods cooperated!
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