Swam lagoon 1 before race started. Got to the other side and looked back only to see them lining up to start. I had to cruise back across the lagoon to line up for the start. Needles to say, I didn't get much of a breather between warming up and the start.
With a run between the lagoon it gives an advantage to the non-swimmers. I would catch some folks only to have them run ahead after each exit. I could have ran faster I suppose. Swimming is normally my strong point and it seems like it was negated by the running. Love the course though.

I need more time with a focused training plan.

This will be my only road tri this year. I was happy with my transition considering the lack of practice. Had my gear all laid out only to have to move it right before the race.

Not much.

I didn't realize that the distance was moved to 17 miles. I already suck at biking this just made it worse. Felt decent going out then faded fast. Hadn't rode more that 15 miles in over a year.
Got passed like I was standing still.

New bike with lots more tailored training.

Awesome T2.

Nothing

Not bad considering I ran a Trail Half Marathon the day before.

Need to study the course better. I wasn't really sure where and how far the finish was. Could have kicked it in earlier.

Stretching, pacing, waiting.


Training... period


They had timing problems and had to cancel the awards ceremony and told the crowd to check online for the results and placings. Awards would be mailed out free of charge. Small hiccup for a normally all pro organizing staff.