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.
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| training weather was nice in Portland leading into the race |
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traveling with the family is a little different than solo
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| the boys helping me train race week |
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hanging with the shop dog at Epic Cycles in Clermont
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race photo-exiting the swim
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on the bike, leading a group of 5
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this is not the look of someone running well
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Bennett providing support post race
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feeling good enough to take a pic w/ Sarah
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Jack on a roller coaster the next day. He chose to ride w/ a girl instead of Daddy
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| 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
