Tri Tips

This is the same info from the email I sent out. I just thought I'd put it on the blog in case anyone wants to re-read it.

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At the Ramblin' Rose I didn't use any body glide. Make sure to be pretty accurate with your 100m time. Getting behind a slow poke when you're feeling good about your swim is frustrating. I don't even remember feeling wet on the bike or the run. I wore a bikini bottom and a tri shirt. I got out of the pool, ran to my transition area and put on a pair of running shorts, shoes, helmet, etc. And I felt fine. And then when it was time to run I was pretty dry. I didn't have any chafing issues. If you think you might chafe, I know I've had issues when I ran and it was raining out, I put it between my thighs where my shorts hit my legs. Under your arms where your shirt might rub. I have seen people need to put it where their sports bra rubs in the front. I just use vaseline vs. body glide. It's cheaper and works just as well. I don't think you're supposed to do a flip turn in the pool. But, I will find out for sure for you. I practiced switching lanes because you do have to swim under the lane ropes.
How are you feeling about the race? It's such a fun race. I did go to Chapel Hill 2 weeks before the race and ride the bike course. just so I would have a feel for it.
Before the race, you'll be standing around a lot waiting for your turn to swim. (they will post the time you'll start your swim a few days before the race) It was cold outside. I had on a sweatshirt and sweatpants with flip flops that I gave to a friend when it was time for me to go inside. You'll have to ride your bike over to the course so make sure you have a bag with 2 straps that you can use as a backpack or someone to help you carry everything. Do you have an ankle strap for your chip? If not, you should get one. You can get them at Try Sports at Crabtree. I used a race belt for my number vs. pinning my number on my shirt because I wore my shirt in the pool and then how would I get my number on my shirt?
Hope some of this information helps. It was my first race and I had a good friend who does a lot of tri's giving me tips and telling me what I would need. It was very helpful.
Like, I had no idea they would yell at me telling me when to mount and dismount the bike. Or that I had to run the bike through the transition area vs. riding it. I was clueless.
If you have any other questions just let me know and I'll try to get them answered. :-) Have fun!!!!! (from Nicole Winn Rosin -- Mom/triathlete/marathon runner -- don't hate her!)
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