What an awesome race! This, by far, has been the most overwhelmingly attended competition that I've participated in yet. It was pretty neat to think how such a big event with so much attendance was being held out on the far side of a small California reservoir. If you didn't know exactly how to get there you'd be lost. Anyway, the swim was very long, the bike was fast and curvy, and the run wasn't too difficult. I'd give myself an A- performance wise because my swimming wasn't the most efficient. Other than that I did fine. Thanks to my mom and Rowyn who patiently supported me throughout the race; I owe her for the pictures and the ride up there. Now a couple weeks to train in the heat for the next one.
This was a very arduous triathlon. Besides the long swim, the elevation change throughout the course made it hard to pace yourself. It sure was pretty and the biking was fun. I think I made it in somewhere around 1:48. Thinking back on it I'm surprised I did as well as I did. I'll be prepared for next week in Morgan Hill. Here I come!