This swim wasn't as bad the Keller RunBiTri. The pool wasn't quite as warm, so the temp shock wasn't there. The dead arms were still problem, though at least I've been swimming a bit more. However, I still found myself pausing at the wall for an extra breath. I lost my top 10 overall spot when I got passed halfway through the swim. (Although I did get to draft the rest of the swim. :)

They had kindly moved the finish indoors, so we didn't have to run back outside. However, each person did have to get themselves out of the pool under their own power and to the timing mat two feet away. I was struggling to get out, so, to the amusement of all, as I flopped myself over the edge I threw my feet around to get the chip to the mat. (even if the rest of me wasn't there yet).

Need to work on my intervals, and speed sets at the end of my workouts.

This was fairly quick, since I'd chosen run attire specifically so I wouldn't need to add/remove anything except shoes and helmet.

Slightly loosen helmet strap if wearing ear/head covers. Have taken off one glove to make fastening strap easier

Overall, it was a good ride for me. I left transition with someone I know (William) just a few hundred yards ahead of me, so I had a target to get me started. All the turns and the wind made it difficult to get up to speed throughout

I fell! At the footbridge we had to cross, there were several 90-degree turns. On one right hand turn, my back wheel just kept sliding out. In slow motion I did a little circle and fell to my side. Fortunately, I was going slow enough that I basically fell in place, jumped back up and started again.

Arrgh, I also missed a turn! Right after the bridge, there was a very poorly marked turn, and I went straight. I didn't get too far before I saw another rider returning who had also missed the turn and also one of the official's motorcycles that had missed it. It wasn't just me. Overall, it was probably a full minute lost, or more. It really confused the guy who eventually caught me in the pool when I passed him for a second time on the bike, though!

I have pretty good bike control and trackstands, so I just need to be a little more aware of road dangers, like the slippery trail.

Excellent, full-speed dismount and short run to my rack space. Had taken off gloves before reaching transition zone, so no problem with helmet. Jacket and shirt were off fast, but a little delay getting tights over my heels. Sill managed 6th fastest T2 overall.

Nothing. Was definitely glad to have worn the tights for the bike.

I was up on the starting line for the mass start, and started a little fast. Got that under control, but was feeling good and kept a good pace. The winter running efforts seem to have paid off, and this was a good run for me - new 5K PR!

Headed to the locker rooms for a warm shower and change of clothes. Then outside for free hot chocolate and to cheer on the remaining athletes. (I felt bad for them, everyone else was staying warm inside.)

I did not take advantage of the massage table. (Or the bounce house for kids, for that matter.) However, I did eventually indulge in the complementary chips and guacamole from Chipolte.


Primarily my swim speed and stamina.


This was a decent event for RBT's first time at this location. They have improved the post-race process a bit since the first Keller race. I still wish they had timing mats instead of just a mass start on the run. I'll continue to do some of their races, because I like the variety of the reverse format.