This swim was awful for me. The markers were almost impossible to see. The water was a bit choppy and cold. I wish I had grabbed my wetsuit. I don't know, I was just slow. I had a hard time getting into a good rhythm, don't think I ever did.

Everything.

Times were added into the bike and I forgot to press the lap button on my watch after I left T1. Grr.

Had a decent T1. Dried my feet, put my socks and shoes on and off I went.

Nada.

I loved the bike course. It was mostly flat with a few rollers if you want to even call them that. It was a two lap course and just plain fun! I drank my entire water bottle w/Nuun but that didn't seem to help me much on the run.

Not much. I can't wait to have my new bike next season and see how much of a difference it makes.

Racked my bike, swapped out my shoes, grabbed my race belt, visor and water and off I went. No problems.

Nada

I started out running out of T2 and had calf cramps almost right away. What?? I have NEVER cramped up. Ever. Oh well, always a first right? I slowed down, drank some water and waited to see if they would loosen up. I got tired of walking after 20 seconds and just started running. It didn't take long to get into a good stride. I grabbed some Gatorade at each aide station. That helped a lot.

I was really happy with my pace considering my calf issues. There really isn't anything I would have done differently.

Grabbed some water and had a Luna bar. Chatted with a few people and packed up to head home.


Calf cramps.


For a first time event, this was a great race. There were very few issues. One being no port-a-potties available and the other was no dismount line. Lots of aide stations, great course and great people. Definitely will do this one next year and suggest it to everyone I know. Had a great time!