This was my first OWS in a race and it sucked. I started off too fast during the first 200 yrds, and my heart rate started racing. I could never get it down to a more manageable level and that took its toll on my time. My navigation stinks too. I got off course several times.

I need to work on looking up for the buoys and maintaining a steady pace throughout the swim.

Pretty non eventful. Everything went smoothly.

I just need to work on a faster transition.

I had problems with skipping gears, so it may have cost me a little time. But overall, I was pleased with my bike time.

make sure my bike is in top working condition before the race

Again, uneventful. Made a quick transition to my running shoes, grabbed my race belt and hat and took off.

I was very pleased with my run given how bad my last tri ended. I didn't need any fluids on the run course as it was still overcast. My pace was good and I used one person who passed me as a rabbit. Strong push over the last 1/4 mile.

Nothing except to train more. I would like to get down to a high 6's avg pace for races next year.

After the race, I had a bite to eat and then packed up and went home. When I picked up my bike in the transition area, I noticed my back tire was flat. Good thing that didn't happen in the race!


Good race that turned ugly because of the weather.