I started from the back of the pack in the swim. Used breaststroke mainly to navigate through the pack or around it. A lot of weeds in the first 200m, but I was able to switch to freestyle after rounding the second bouy.

Start the swim at the front of the pack, I spent far too much time swimming around slower and poor navigating swimmers.

Went surprisingly well, everything went pretty much to plan. I think a little more hurried pace would allow a little bit faster time without too much stumbling. Possibly try going without socks and shoes clipped into pedals already.

Nothing at this point.

Bike felt pretty good and I passed quite a few people from previous waves. Jon, Steve, and Chris (the runners) caught me in the last 1/4 of the bike...darn!

Hydrate more, and put aerobars on the bike. Aiming for a 19.5mph average next time.

Went pretty good. Transition went fairly quick and I just took my time to gather myself and prepare for the run.

Have feet out of shoes before enter transition area.

Walked half the time, but I finished strong. It ended up being my fastest 5K yet. I beat all of my training runs and finished worn out.

Run faster and longer!

Drink water, nibble on bagels, and tri not to puke. Talk to family and cheered others on.


Not enough hydration on the bike for the run.


Great race, beautiful venue. Plan to race for many years to come. Plus it was my first Tri! Amazing experience and I'm hooked, now off to purchase aerobars and a tri-saddle.