Mock Triathlon Results

Hello Triathletes:
Well I have to say for the record you guys did a great job out there on Sunday. You guys looked like pros and lucky for us we got a great many glitches out of the way....a few lessons learned:

Use your checklist and double check what you have in your bag. Mentally dress yourself for each event so that you do not forget......sneakers, extra towel, bike helmets etc.

Arrive early so that you are not rushed when you are preparing your transition area set up. This will ensure you have time to use the bathroom, get checked in, get your chip, hydrate and warm up if needed. There will be lines for the port-a-potties and the transition area will be crowded so it is best to stake your claim.

It is critical to turn in your correct swim time so you are not swimming over people or getting swum over.

Also note that the swim is very short so it is not the deciding factor in any triathlon so never give up.....

The key to success on the bike is being able to use your gears properly. If you are going up a hill you must drop the gears lower as the hill gets steeper. When you are coming down a hill you should be in the hardest gear and still pedaling so you have momentum for the uphill that always appears at the end of a down hill.....just the way life is.

Ensure you have checked your tire pressure before the race and lube your tire chain.....a well maintained and clean bike is a fast bike.....train to maintain.

Ensure that you have a bathing cap since they will not be provided at the Riverwood tri. They are provided when you start in swim waves....usually at lakes and ocean swims.

Relax and have fun....it is a very social and fun event so enjoy.

Figure out where all of the exits and entrances are for the transition area since that is the only way in and out of the transition area from the pool to the bike and out on the run.

The biggest take away is......you have now officially completed your first triathlon!!! Pat yourself on the back. I am proud of you.

Race Results:
Jay: 1:10:29.85
Erin: 1:12:22.85
Dave: 1:12:59.84
Julie: 1:13:26.81
Katie: 1:14:07.31
Franky: 1:14:30.43
Kathy: 1:14:33.30
Jen: 1:18:05.68
Sarah: 1:22:54.89
Keely: 1:24:18.45
Beth: 1:26:49.26
Tiffany: 1:27:56.94
Cara: 1:28:14.42
JoAnn: 1:32:37.97
Kristin: 1:34:06.35
Adrienne: 1:36:03.08
Lisa: 1:37:17.13
Angela: 1:43:29.55

Great job and note that you were all done in under two hours. Add in 5 more miles on the bike and I say that you will still be done in under 2 hours. Keep in mind that Angela had to stop and fix her bike chain. Given your performance I do not think that any of you will be at risk of not finishing within the race cut off time. Bravo! Keep up the good work.