Despite efforts to stay wide and avoid bodies, still had some anxiety in first 150 yds as other guys bumped into me from slides and behind. After 200 found a good stroke and settled down. Passed about 20 guys after that point.

Go further outside at start. Continue to work on stroke

Should have just jumped on moving bike. Shoes slipped out of clips when stepping in.

Use rubber bands to hold right pedal back. Practice jumping on bike or learn how to put shoes on when riding.

Felt strong on bike from last weekends 72 miler. Passed dozens of people many of whom don't like to stay to the right.

Mount and dismount more cleanly.

My position on bike rack was taken by another. Had to shift down 3 spots to find room. Sat down to switch shoes.

Not wear a top, too hot. Drop 5 more pounds. Practice more trail running.

Walked 3 minutes, drank water, sat down for 10.


Marginal quality of swim stroke is too slow. Better trail running conditioning.


This is a very well run event. I would definetly do again if it wasn't 2 hours away from home.