Very disappointed in my swim - I have trained hard over the winter and expected to cruise. I started out fast and lost my breath - my wetsuit seemed very tight and I had to stop for a moment and collect myself so that I didnt panic. Once I calmed down, I did fine, but my hopes for a good time on the swim had faded. Will try to learn a lesson about fast starts for next race to try and get something positive.

Mellow out at the start!!! Maybe warm up better also. I dont think my wet suit is too tight - I actually weigh less than last year, so havent out grown it. Just not used to it this early in the season I guess.

A bit slow, but not bad for first time this year. Was a little off balance from cold water.

Go faster.

No issues, felt strong and did well. Lots of people riding on left without passing - killed me at a couple of the tight turns.

Perhaps more aggressive passing prior to turns so that I could keep my desired pace.

Dismounted cleanly, ran well to bike spot. Probably should have gone with fast laces, but forgot. No big deal.

Just faster, nothing else

Felt very good during the run and past a few others in my age group. Strong on the hills and finished very well. I like 5k - feel like I can maintain a fast pace (for me, that is).

Just keep pushing.

Had some water and packed up. Waited for officials to let us leave transition with our bikes and left. Mothers Day was calling loudly!!!


Swim - of all things!! That was the part I felt best about coming in. Oh well, learn for next time and keep training.


A good race run by a professional outfit. SImilar to last year, I came in second in age group and wasnt there to pick up my prize. With Mothers Day, I jst cant justify hanging out.