I stuck to my plan with this race. I was trying to hit under a 9 minute pace and used my energy gels as I had planned.

The rain had stopped for the start of the race but by mile 2 it had started again and around the 3 mile mark it was heavy. I saw many people running with cotton shirts on. Several people were wearing the event shirt which was 100% cotton. My under armour short did pretty well for most of the race. But by the end even the full synthetic shirt was starting to saturate with water.

I choose to “live off the course” for my hydration needs. I still need a little practice drinking from a cup while running I’m getting better at it but it’s still a little tricky.

At about the 5 mile mark I was passed by Mel who I met on the bus ride over to the start. Mel was talking to another gentleman and asked if the other man was in the 70-79 AG the other man responded no I’m still in the 60-69 AG. Well good old Mel finished 21 seconds ahead of me.

No doubt the conditions were awful but everyone was in the same boat.


In hindsight my clothing choice was the only issue I had. My Nike dryfit shorts where excellent. I was happy to have my running visor even though there was no sun but it kept my face from getting pounded with the rain. I body glided up my feet. I wore my thin under armour full synthetic socks. My feet were fine no blisters just a little soggy at the end of the race. This is one of those times I’ve questioned using socks but for the distance I had no issues. My under armour shirt was my only issue. Thankfully I made it through the race with only minimal discomfort. This shirt is a good training shirt but it’s too loose for running and especially for running in the rain. One of the benefits of training is you actually get into shape and your cloths get a little loose. I need some new training cloths.

After I crossed the finish line I took my time and slowed down gradually and did some fast walking in the parking lot. I wanted to give my legs a little cool down period given the conditions.


My body has been feeling the effects of training this year. I’ve been going since early April and while I have “missed days” here and there I’m starting to wear down a little. My right hamstring has been a little tight and my right hip is a little sore.


Although it mentally pains me to do this I’m going to take this week off from training. I need to see if some time off will help my hip soreness (I think this is most likely hip bursitis) and a little time off may just clear this up. I have the Montauk tri Oct 2nd and I’d like to be feeling “good” for that race.