I was definitely cold to start, and it may have hampered my performance, but not by much. By the time I rounded the first bouy, I started to get into my groove.
This was a much better swim than my first tri.

with the sun peaking over the trees, and my "need" to breath from my right side; I will work on left side breathing, and getting tinted goggles.
Then I need to work on my swimming speed.

My girls entered the transition area (bad but made me very happy).
We didn't disturb anyone (at least that I could tell).
It was great to get hugs and kisses from my family, and to see them so excited.

I wore a Jersey from my Hurling club, and while I was happy to support them, I think next time I will stick with the tri top and wear it under the wetsuit.

I felt great on the bike.
I really think I need a bigger "big" gear. I was unable to keep cranking enough to push my speed on the down hills.
Could be my ancient bike or it could be me.

Work on my training for higher speeds vs overall conditioning.

I think this transition was good for me. I'm not trying to break any records, and again was able to see my family, get kisses & hugs from my girls.
Best thing I heard, was my 4-year old saying "Daddy I want to be a triathlete!"
That pumped me up for my run, and made me so proud.

quick laces, lose the biking gloves, ditch the hat for the bandana.
try it differently for the next few weeks.

felt good, very comfortable.

Need to work on my overall speed, to get it down.
Still this was a great run for me, I wish I could've shaved 22 seconds off my time.

Met my family, got big hugs and lots of happiness. Talked to a friend that relayed the race, and a friend that works for the race. Lots of fun.


I had to pee, so bad and was unwilling to stop at a tree and my first chance for a port-a-potty was squashed by occupancy, and my next chance was with 1.2+/- miles to go (pun intended) I was close to breaking my under 1-hour time on the run so I pushed through.


This was my second triathlon, and it was great.
I heard a lot of people say it was tough, and at 7000' elevation it might be for some. For me it was perfect.
Nice cool race, great support.
I loved it.
Nothing better than all of the racers and fans bringing a positive attitude that helped my daughter say "Daddy I want to be a triathlete!"
Awesome.