I was completely deflated when I saw the swim result. I really thought I rocked the swim. I did not rest at all, I didn't see anyone pass me, and I went around several swimmers. Dean said he timed me at 10:20, which was closer to my goal of doing the swim in under 10 minutes. I can't believe the run to transition took 90 seconds, but if so, then nearly everyone else is still a much faster swimmer than me, which could easily be the truth.

I lost some time touching each end of the pool and ducking under the lane lines. Dean suggested I swim under the lane lines next time instead. Also need to learn to push off much harder.

No time on T1 or T2 as they are wrapped into the bike split. But I did use some strategy here. Since it's a short race, I used platform pedals and therefore only had to change shoes once. Another part of my strategy was to NOT use any timing devices, so I didn't have to turn them on or put them on. I also strapped a black helium balloon to my gear bag and it was very easy to see my spot. I didn't lose any time in transition.

MAYBE learn to run without socks so I wouldn't have to put socks on my wet feet. Someday I will also have to learn how to do a flying dismount.

I really can't believe that the bike was my strongest leg, but there it is! I really hammered. One lady passed me directly at the beginning of the bike leg, and I thought it was the lady I had sprinted out of the pool to beat. I spent the rest of the leg trying to catch her, but never did (turns out she wasn't the same lady after all). Only one other woman passed me -- on a Scott Plasma. That was OK with me. I passed several ladies. Noticable headwind going up Alma School, but got the tailwind going down Arizona Ave.

Still need to slow down too much on corners. Need to learn how to turn a tighter corner without slowing as much.

Just racked my bike, took off my helmet,spent half a second wondering if there was anything else. There wasn't so I ran out of there. I wasn't quite sure where to go, but someone quickly directed me.

I had looked at the transition area for bike in and out, but I forgot to figure out in advance where the run out was. I need to find that out in advance next time.

I was really bummed that women passed me on the run. Usually my run is my strong suit. But almost immediately I experienced side stitches on my left side. I just kept going. Dean said I looked slow on the track, although a sub-9 is pretty good for me.

I think the Garmin would have helped in this situation. I think I could have pushed just a little more had I known

None. Just stood around and talked for a while. Stretched at home.


Speed conditioning on the run.


I had prepared myself for the worst because I had heard bad things about last year's race. But it turned out very well organized and fair. Medals a little chintzy, but it is a fund raiser and not every tri gives medals in the first place. A good season opening event, although I'm glad I raced my all. Otherwise it would be too short.