Went out slow because of the congestion of walker/runners. I thought it was slow, turns out to be 8:33. It was comfortable, so I was content. Tried to set a decent rhythm. Don't race people early, let them go....Amazing to see runners with belts full of bottles (big yellow Amphipod system). Cool morning plus multiple aid stations. What are they thinking. Lot of people are overdressed with full fashion running jackets and pants.
Every so often, I felt simple twinges in the inner hamstring, but was no factor. The long downhill by mile 7 tightened up the thighs some. Over all was shooting for a little over 2 hours, but saw that I was on pace possible for sub 2 hour. Last mile was slowest but, felt strong (kept thinking that the swimming and biking have really helped with the strength factor) Kept pumping the arms and saw that I was catching a few fading runners in the last 200 yards. Heard the announcer say 20 seconds to 2 Hours. Had a strong finish. I hope I still have my face up at the finish line instead of down looking at my watch.

Should have taken a gel with me for the first 4 miles. Didn't take anything gel like till the 8 mile area. Water and gatorade was fine, felt like I coulda hit one of the portajohns on the course, but didn't.
Content with the race.

Wandered the cool down area and filled up a bag with Nature's Path organic stuff. Ate a bagel and some Peach Flavored Talking Rain water. Slobber kissed the wife and petted the Dog.


Age, weight. Foot was sore but not a factor. Need to incorporate more stretching in training.


This is a very good race. Very scenic. Good crowd support/cheering. Lot of female runners. Would do this again next year if not doing Chuckanut 50.