Struggled on the swim as I figured I would. Haven't yet fully prepared for anything but figured I would give it a shot because the distances aren't long enough to really be a problem. Bad swim kind of ruined the rest of my race. That said I got our of the pool with the time I expected, probably should have eased through it a bit.

I know I need to spend more time in the pool. This should give me the motivation to get in regularly.

Slow. No real problems, just slow. I was definitely in just finish mode, especially after coming out of the pool at a high HR and winded.My cycling shoes aren't the best for quick changes - tri shoes are on the list but don't want to commit the funds until I'm more certain I will stick with it.

Train more for the swim.

Bike was a about the speed I expected. Had trouble with people passing me then slowing. Getting passed wasn't the problem but there were at least 4 people that passed me only to slow down and make me go around again. There was a long downhill stretch heading into transition and I was able to comfortably accelerate and pick off a few more people, unfortunately there is a sharp right about 200M before the dismount line and a slower rider in front of me swing left forcing me to slam on the brakes or takes us both out. Got my adrenaline going, my heartrate up and put me in a bad mood.

Train more for the swim so the start on the bike doesn't seem so hard.

Being in a bit of a negative mood I took my time getting out of the cycling shoes and into my running shoes.

Not much. I know I can be faster but need to get my training in order before I worry too much about transitions.

OK on the run, focused on controlling my pace and trying to bring the HR into a manageable range.Walked through a water station and took another short walk break to crest the "hill" Pace was about a minute off what I hoped for, but probably right on for my training.

Train more swim to setup for a better race and structure my running training better.

Grab a gatorade and walk a little with the family before heading to transition to clear out.


My swim training, or lack thereof was really the problem. My swim is definitely my weakest element so I need to commit some time to get my form in shape so I can get out of the water more comfortably.


This race is pretty well organized. Delays at the start were due to the city, not the race organizers. My daughter completed her first kids triathlon here and it was extremely well run as well. I highly recommend this location to anyone looking for a nice tri in North Texas