After a tough day in New Orleans, I decided within that week upon coming home I would return to Racine for its excellent half-distance triathlon. I first raced in Racine in 2005 (wicked hot) and returned for a nice day in 2006. This time I was going for broke, with a goal of a sub five hour day. I had it all figured out: 0:25/2:45/1:45 with 5 min of transitions is exactly five hours. With a current aided swim course and perfect conditions, I realized that goal in a major way.
Continue reading Spirit of Racine 2009 Race Report.