Dinotri

Triathlon is such a sweet sport and there is something neat about competing in your home town. I was a little ify about the dinotri because last year it didn't get great reviews, but I signed up anyway. I talked Glendon (brother-in-law) and Dan (friend I am going to med. school with) into competing as well. The swim was a little rough for me. I borrowed a vintage wetsuit from Jesse and MiShelle, which I am thankful for but not convinced it was such a great idea. Halfway through the swim the velcro strap came loose and the suit filled with water. I took me slightly over 24 min to complete the swim, which is horrible. The fastest guy in my age group was six plus minutes faster than I was out of the water. With about 2 hundred meters to go I finally caught him and was able to gain about 16 seconds on him before I crossed the finish line. It was exciting to win my age group, though I am always stunned by the people that win the overall. I can't believe that people can move that fast. It seems impossible for me to ever compete at that level, but maybe I'll surprise myself someday. I am signing up for the NEMO tri (olympic distance) which is held in Kirksville, MO in September.