Really took it easy on the swim which paid dividens later in the race. Counted strokes kept me focused and on track.

I could certainly go stronger and get into a draft but this always raises my anxiety. I prefer to swim alone.

First year sockless and shoes mounted saved 1 min over last years T1. Did have a little trouble jumping on the bike.

Take my time mounting. I went for my shoes too quickly, missed and had them get hung up a little.

A tough course but one of my favorites. Leap frog with another participant kept things fun and me pushing the pace.

George if you're reading this, Thx!

Sockless = speed. I recommend it for anyone thinking about giving it a go.

Decided to carry my own drink. This worked great as I could hydrate when I wanted to not just at the stations. Plus time saved not having to slow down at the stations.

Walk around stretch. Muscle Milk my favorite revovery drink.


Tentative in the swim but don't know that I would change that as I felt great the rest of the race.


Not sure if IM read the comments on the sprint from earlier this year, but they stepped up and put on a race that I would expect from them.