First stretch was a bit crowded, first buoy turn (right) was right into the sun, so sighting to the final turn back to shore was a bit tough.

Get better spacing/spot during swim start, I'm not a fast swimmer, but found that I had to dodge and get around a few swimmers during the first few hundred yards.

A few steep hills to climb, but could make up time/speed on the downhills. Would definitely recommend driving the course before the race, so you know when to prepare for the hills and turns. On one stretch of a steep downhill, the road was a bit rough, so you had to ride closer to the middle of the road.

Great crowd support, aid stations were well stocked w/ good options. Good view of the lake.

Stretch, put on compression socks.


Had to go #2 before the race, but held it due to long lines at the porta potties and transition was closing soon. Ended up leaving my spot in line, was able to manage to forget about the bathroom during the swim and bike, but ended up having to stop during the run. Definitely need to think about how to flush my system just before the race, so I can feel a lot more comfortable throughout the race ;)