My first ever TT, so I didn't quite know what to expect. Definitely a more hardcore crowd than at your average running or multisport event. I've never seen so much carbon fiber in my life. I only saw one bike there other than my own that didn't have aero bars, and most people were riding TT bikes with disc wheels. It was a little intimidating.

I felt great about my own effort. My initial hope was to top 18mph, but with recent training data I was secretly hoping to get close to 20mph, which I accomplished just barely. I've got a lot to think about and a lot of ideas for getting faster for next time.

There was a definite headwind on the way out which seemed to slow everyone down a bit, but the ride back was nice and fast. This went well with my training, since I tend to pick rides with hills at the start, and downhill toward the end.

I decided to do the 20k without water. Next time I think I'll bring a little bit. I also need to decide what to do equipment wise, I've been holding off upgrading my roadie since I'm shopping for a TT specific bike, but it may be several months before I buy anything. I may need to consider a FF seatpost and aero bars for my current ride.

No water, racing without all the right equipment, and of course the engine could use more work.


Good race, no frills, no T-Shirt, just biking. It was a very hardcore crowd, but everyone was nice and the volunteers all did a good job.