This was most likely the worst swim I have ever had in a race. Even with the chop at Lobsterman, I did not suffer like this. Had not been in the water in a few weeks, so my aerobic fitness was not up to snuff. Knew I might be passed as the girls who seeded themselves behind me were in relays and had nothing to do but burn speed. I was passed after 75 yards and again about 50 yards later. I kind of appreciated it as I was able to catch a quick breather.

For the first time that I can recall, my swim was not my strength in a race.

Train more consistently

Struggled a tad getting my cleats in and up to speed, but not enough to loose more than a second. Just not as crisp as I would like. This is why I love tune up races. :)

not much, I just miss transition times in my official times.

Nailed this course!! I have ridden it enough to know it quite well. Had tactics to sit back a bit out or T1 and put the most effort into climbs that a max effort would yield a high speed at the top. I was not going to get looped into huge efforts and still massive drop offs in speed. Got passed a few times, but I held on quite well today.

Get my average speed up. The computrainer was huge getting my form better and my cadence smooth. Very happy with the results on this ride.

Struggled a tad getting the shoes off while on the bike. Going to have to work on that one a little. Just rusty I guess.

The usual weak spot here. I thought I had great turn over and form. Effort was quite hard, but training dictated the speed. Not too happy about the mile markers being off a bit. Mile 1 was my slowest time and was 100% flat. Going into mile 2 had a nice little climb and was my fastest split, so I figure either I am a freak, or the signs were off :)

train, what else is new

ran right past DK after the line. Got tapped on the shoulder and saw a blur of burgundy and black. Knew the burgundy was a Trifury shirt and the black was hair. Without looking back, I knew it was DK. Had a little water and a few bagel bites.


take a wild guess....hmmm train more?


Love this race because of the following.
-close to home, no real travel time
-newbie friendly. Highly suggest pool starts for first timers.
-small field. Either know 1/2 the field, or end up chatting with 1/2 the field. :)