Florida 70.3, in pictures

I've had a bit of trouble figuring out what to write for Florida 70.3. It was a race I put on the schedule mainly because we were traveling there for family stuff anyway (Sarah's brother's graduation), so the race in the area worked out well. It was a bit hectic leading into the race, but I was fine mentally and physically for the race. Truthfully, it just didn't play out well for me, and I had an "eh" sort of race. Tried to stay with the leaders on the swim, but dropped off about halfway, no one to work with on the bike, and I struggled on the hot run, reduced to what felt like a shuffle, and lost a few positions. But positives, I stayed with it, did the best I could, finished 13th overall (top 15 get points for World Championship qualifying). Even the sub-par race moved me up ~50 spots, so it was worth it to race, though I know I had a much better race in me.

      So instead of just rehashing a pretty mundane race, here's some pics from the week. Possibly more interesting, and at the least, quick to get through.

training weather was nice in Portland leading into the race

traveling with the family is a little different than solo

the boys helping me train race week

hanging with the shop dog at Epic Cycles in Clermont

race photo-exiting the swim

on the bike, leading a group of 5

this is not the look of someone running well

Bennett providing support post race

feeling good enough to take a pic w/ Sarah

Jack on a roller coaster the next day. He chose to ride w/ a girl instead of Daddy

back home!

Thanks again for all the support, and thanks to my sponsors, family, friends, etc... for supporting me on this journey.  Can't wait for the next race.  Eagleman 70.3 in Maryland, a big race I've always wanted to do.

Chris