Longleaf Triathlon 2005 - TriathlonOlympic

Polar HR monitor broke again!!!! swam entire course guessing at time and pace.

navigate better

Removed broken Polar and had a difficult time getting out of T1. Taped Gu shifted to side. I will tape tighter next time.

Shava Wava, Stihl and Mari were waving me on so I waved back and lost some concentration in this T.

Asics were too tight with the speed laces and caused a tough start with numb feet.

COncentrate more

Started out with 2 cramps. Was able to work through them pretty well and managed to improve my food deficiency for the day. I shouda eaten more!!!! I shouda listen to Frank and had some Protien drink instead of relying on Carbs (gels) all day. I will improve.

Prepare the shoes better for a easier donning and fit.

Ran across the finish line and hugged my wife and kids, gave Frank a hug and some Hi 5's and sat my fat ass down on the most awesome and peaceful park I have been at in a long time.

Enjoyed the warm down with some drinks (H2O and Diet COke).


5 days of frikken rest, not enough food prior and during race,


Race #42

Excellent Volunteer staff, organization and post race activity. Had a few issues with the swim orientation, could have been better. I did not find out about 2 loops until 5 minutes from start.

Also, rode in a bit of traffic. The roads were not "closed" and traffic was allowed to move. Police was at 2 intersections.

Would have preferred a better bike course (away from the trail), a course MAP posted on the web site.

Other than that, it was a GREAT Race. I will return with Frank and Fam next year.

One final note, AGAIN, I would like to thank my bud Frank C for HELPING me get this far. Without his help, inspiration and company, I would SUCK even more. He is the reason why I have been able to do this Oly in just 15 weeks of being a triathlete. Cudos to you bro- Thanks for the good times!!! He also rocks for kicking ass!!!