My goggle began to fog around 300m in and i had trouble sighting back to the beach because the sun was in my eues with the clouded lens. I had to swim on my back and wipe them out to see again. That happened both laps.

Get saliva on my lenses.

My transition times are deplorable. I had to get my socks on, put on my MTP shoes, put on my camelback, shirt, gloves, etc. I was 2 minutes too long in there.

Practice transitions

This was what i was most concerned about before the race. I felt really good after the swim and as I rode toward the trailhead, I had a conversation with a woman who said she was really nervous about the bike too. That made me feel more comfortable. I did so much better than i though i would. I was passed several times but i also passed some people as well. One woman passed me and introduced herself on the way"What 's your name?" ""OWen" "Nice to meet you - I'm Barbie" "Go get'em Barbie" I really like the comaraderie at this race. I did a good portio of the bike with a woman who was much more fit tha i, and i got out of T2 about 3 minutes ahead of her (She passed me on the run after one mile) whihc also made me feel more confident. I fel great about my bike effort, although I left it all on the bike course.

Save some energy for the run or train more and get more stamina so when i get to the run i have some gas left

Another poor job trasitioning. Too much time changing and deciding whether or not to wear my shorts or jut go with the suit. I put on the shorts which was a poor decision.

Practicie transitions and not put on my shorts.

I was gassed when I started the run. I did not make it until.8miles before i had to walk. I then had a hydration issue and mentally i was putting out little exertion. I even started making excuses on the run like "I do not want to turn an ankle - so i can come back and run another day" It was rather pathetic. I really need to work on my running - it has become my extreme weakness. The trails were beautiful though. I really enjoy the fresh air and nature and solitude of the trail running.

I would have drank more water in T2. The first station only had gatorade and i was parched by that point and the gatorade did not help (on top of all the slatwater i swallowed)

As always - train more

Drank a ton of water, and chatted with some of the other competitors i had spoken to at the start of the race and during the race. Then, I packed up my gear and took off.


Physical capability, as well as my mental effort on the run. My mind tells me it is ok to quit and walk when i could still run.


I would love to do a lot of xTERRA but it requires so much travel.