I was relaxed during the swim and did the breastroke for a short time about halfway through.

I just need more time to develop proper technique. I know my legs drag.

1st time in transition so I was a bit disoriented coming out of the water

Put powder in my socks or perhaps bike without socks and put them on before the run.

I didn't expect the amount of hills that I encountered.

Spent 2-3 minutes trying to figure out why the bike was dragging. Suspected a flat, then chain. I think maybe it was a gear issue. About 20 people passed which was discouraging.

Nice easy pace. I usually run 8:45 pace or so for 3 miles.

I still had a lot of energy at the end so perhaps I didnt push hard enough.

I have been training for a little more than 2 months for triathlons. My swimming technique is really bad, not wanting to run out of energy perhaps cause some time issues. I will take all of these experiences and return next year even stronger. ;)


Loved the event!! I will definetly race in 2011.