RFC Tinman Race Report
May 11, 2019
Pre Race: My alarm went off at about at 04:00. I was out the door by 5am.
I arrived at the U of MN Morris at 07:00 to quickly grab a transition spot. I got things set up, got checked in & body marked. This race has gone from "ownership" by the UMM Intramural Sports to the RFC (Regional Fitness Center). Talking with the Race Director, the student population has had minimal participation in the past few years. The date change was made to hopefully increase participation.
I arrived at the U of MN Morris at 07:00 to quickly grab a transition spot. I got things set up, got checked in & body marked. This race has gone from "ownership" by the UMM Intramural Sports to the RFC (Regional Fitness Center). Talking with the Race Director, the student population has had minimal participation in the past few years. The date change was made to hopefully increase participation.
1100 Swim Time Estimated: 16:00 actual 16:09 (Second fastest)
The entire Olympic field started in the same heat. It was a little more crowded than last year, but still a relatively small field in the Olympic distance. I maintained a very comfortable pace. The pool deck makes for a large leap out of the lane with the assistance of the starting block & run to transition while putting on my jacket.
The entire Olympic field started in the same heat. It was a little more crowded than last year, but still a relatively small field in the Olympic distance. I maintained a very comfortable pace. The pool deck makes for a large leap out of the lane with the assistance of the starting block & run to transition while putting on my jacket.
T1 Time Estimated: 0:40 Actual: 0:48 (Fastest T1!)
I had a great (fast & organized) T1. I decided to put my gloves on before heading out due to the wind and cooler temps.
19 Mile Bike Estimated Time: 1:00:00 Actual: 1:04:21
The Morris winds did not fail to ake their appearance this year. I just put my head down and tried to grind it out. Instead of the typical head/tailwind situation, it was a strong crosswind. It was a battle the whole bike. I was passed by one at about the turn around of the bike.
T2 Time Estimated: 1:00 Actual: 0:50 (Second fastest of the day)
Again, I had a smooth, organized transition.
6.2 Mile Run Estimated: 55:00 Actual: 57:56
The first mile was taken at an easy pace. As I turned right into the Pomme de Terre trail, it felt like a semi hit me. A number of trees had been cut down along the trail. As I turned to the south, the wind I had fought on the bike was now a headwind for the next 2 miles of the run. As I entered the track, I was all alone. It was an easy run into the finish. At about 4.5 miles, I heard footsteps. I was passed shortly after after a few words of encouragement exchanged. I was able to hold off the charge for the remainder of the run. As I entered the track, I was alone. As with the rest of the fun, heading south was a push into the wind. As I rounded the curve and hit the home stretch fo the finish, there was no reason to sprint across the line.
Finish Time Estimated: 2:12:40 Actual: 2:20:03
My efforts were good enough for 4th OA and 1st AG. After finishing, the guy who passed me on the run caught up with me. He had been following a couple posts I was involved with in the IMWI Facebook Group. He saw the name on the registration list and figured I had to be one in the same. This was his first ever triathlon and is also headed toward IMWI this season. It is always good to catch up with other athletes at these events!
My efforts were good enough for 4th OA and 1st AG. After finishing, the guy who passed me on the run caught up with me. He had been following a couple posts I was involved with in the IMWI Facebook Group. He saw the name on the registration list and figured I had to be one in the same. This was his first ever triathlon and is also headed toward IMWI this season. It is always good to catch up with other athletes at these events!
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