Pinehurst Olympic Triathlon 2009

This was the 2nd year I did this race, and I am sure I will be doing it again next year. Its the last race in the NC triathlon series and its a BEAUTIFUL swim and FUN event. I always meet the nicest people and have the best time. That was true for this year too. This year was particularly special b/c my friend from Australia was visiting so she came along! Jen and I have known each other longer that Travis and I have known each other and no matter how much time we are apart, we always have such a great time together. I love her dearly, and am so lucky to have her!

The weather channel predicted cold rain, but luckily the rain held off for the morning. The water was a PERFECT 72 at start, and the sun even came out a few times during the bike and the run. I did run the race knowing I had a hernia. Given that injury, the only part of the race where I suffered was the run. My swim was strong and despite and insanely TOUGH bike course I felt strong and had one of the better times in my age group.

Now I am recovering with minimal training, and hoping I am healthy enough to start training next month for 2010 Triathlon season!

Jen and me at the beginning of the race

Sammy was helping me get psyched for the swim

Damn! I look so bad ass in this pic!

Finishing the bike leg - it was a doozie!Finishing the race, I managed a smile even after I had to stop and push my guts back into my abdomen at mile #2!