On Sunday, September 10, we did something that we don’t often do–a duathlon! We started the morning with a 3km run/walk, then did a 15.5 mile bike ride, and finished off with a 5km run/walk. We did this race because we were going to be in the area that weekend.
Registration Cost: The race registration included a coupon code so it was a good deal for us. Overall, the registration price is pretty fair.
Packet Pick-Up: This was easily done the day before.
Pre-Race: There was a pre-race meeting the morning of the race in which directions were given. The course guide was posted online prior to the race, also making it easy to look at beforehand. The transition area was marked and easy to navigate.
Course: The first run section was scenic, but could be confusing if you aren’t familiar with the area. There was a lead biker to help lead the pack. The bike course was well-marked and scenic. It had some hills and was challenging, but was doable. The traffic control was also nice and helpful in the areas where there were road crossings. The second run was marked well and provided a water stop along the way.
Finish Line: There was an announcer at the finish line and volunteer support there to help with removing the ankle band timing chips.
Post-Race: There was a pavilion right by the finish line, which was nice and there was music playing to add to the atmosphere. There were subs (the big, party-sized subs) at the finish line, with several options for toppings. For beverages, there was water and soda. There were also some sandwich cookies.
Weather: It was sunny and in the 60s? Nice weather for being outside.
Apparel: Charcoal wore capris, a tech t-shirt from a previous race and a hooded long-sleeve t-shirt. She wore Saucony Guide 9 shoes for the day.
Violet wore bike capris, a tech t-shirt from a previous race and a quarter-zip long-sleeve shirt. She also wore Saucony Guide 9 shoes for the day.
Charcoal & Violet 