Memorial Day Triathlon/Duathlon & Kids Mini-tri
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Memorial Day Triathlon/Duathlon & Kids Mini-tri - TriathlonSprint
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Comments: The swim was quite the experience. The first 100 yards were going great until somebody swam over the top of me which resulted in my goggles getting half kicked off. I tried to get back into a rythm but now my goggles are so fogged that I was swimming blind. I just settled for side-stroking the rest of the swim which was disappointing. What would you do differently?: I would stay farther outside the crowd and just get tougher and get back to my stroke after there is contact. Transition 1
Comments: T-1 seemed to go just fine. I passed a ton of people who were really taking their time in transition. What would you do differently?: Nothing, I was happy with it. Bike
Comments: I really surprised myself on the bike leg. In training I figured I averaged 16.5-17 mph but during the race I was at or above 18 mph. Passed quite a few and got passed by 2. What would you do differently?: From looking at race pictures, I see that I am too compact and I could raise the seat and maybe lower the bars some. Transition 2
Comments: T-2 was quick because I biked in my running shoes (toe cages) Run
Comments: Started out a bit rough off the bike but then after 3/4 mile I found a good rythm and cruised through. I finished strong with a smile on my face. What would you do differently?: I just need to run more to increase speed. Post race
Warm down: Walked around and high fived/hugged/kissed my friends and family. That was cool down enough. I was super excited. What limited your ability to perform faster: The swim, bike setup (positioning), and overall fitness. Event comments: This was my 1st tri and I couldn't be happier. I beat my personal goal by 10:33 and won my age group (although it was a small local sprint). I had the biggest cheering section of anybody with about 25 friends and family all cheering and waving huge signs. I almost got choked up coming into the finish with all the support. I'm so glad I chose a local event so that everyone could come and share this experience with me. I have a lot of room for improvement and I am looking forward to the next event which will be the same format on July 3rd. Last updated: 2010-06-02 12:00 AM
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Overall Rank = 25/50
Age Group = 30-34
Age Group Rank = 1/?
This was my 1st tri so I showed up really early to see what was going on. I helped the volunteers set up bike racks, string buoys, and asked a lot of questions.
3/4 mile jog then some stretching. Then I got in the cold lake and swam 2 x 50 yards or so with some other competitors.