It's the newest kid on the block, Katie! Wow, what a fun day. This was my first time racing Encinitas, and it is definitely my favorite race so far. Especially since the waves (or lack there of) were so kind to us! Since I didn't have a last year's time to improve on, I just set my goal time around what some of you hovered around last year, although I thought it was a bit of a lofty goal for me. I set it for 1:30, and was pleasantly surprised to see that I came in about 3 1/2 min. better than that. The water conditions helped me get off to a good start and I had no nerves today at all. I felt best on the bike and decent on the run, with some good moments and some slow moments due to a cramp. But all in all, I really felt great. It was so much fun to see all of you out there and to cheer one another on. This has really been a great experience for me joining this group, making new friends and enjoying the camaraderie. Rachel, you have been an amazing coach and friend and I really thank you for helping me get where I've gotten in these short 5 weeks I've been with you all. So....off to train more and more and more and keep on improving on all levels. Great job everyone -- you all did incredible. And I agree w/ Andy. Next time we need to all meet up together afterward, share some laughs and congratulations, enjoy some photo opps and perhaps some eggs benedict and bloody marys!! ;) Oh, and nice work Ms. Challis for kicking butt and coming in 2nd! You sure inspire me.
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