Road Nationals catch up report

I had a big success in Nelson at Road Nationals, the TT went really well for me, I was 1st in category and 4th overall for the TT on the Thursday, while on the Friday the road race was not my event and I finished well down in the field.

My training schedule was specifically focused on the TT so I wasn't expecting a result in that race but I am pleased with the result in the TT.

The biggest thing I learned at Nationals was that I need a new bike, to compete against my fellow competitors and to take me to the next level.

1st Tri of the Season: Scorching Report

I finished my 1st tri of the season on Sunday 15th at Scorching Bay Wellington. The race plan was to get it completed in under 3hrs with no injuries and learn as much as I can.

I had a tough swim, the water was very cold and on the 1st lap on the way back to shore I was blown back to sea with wind and tide. I made the decision to go to transition after 1 lap, 500m.

T1 was mad!! your brain is not engaged properly, you are cold and wet and not thinking properly. My bike was very strong though, I passed lots of competitors on the 2km uphill climb which was great, the wind was very strong and effected speed all day.

T2 was better, the run was a 2 lap out and back to point Halswell, out was into the stiff Northerly, back was being blown home. I felt comfortable and solid on the run which was great.

Overall I had a good race although I know I need to improve my sea swimming skills and time in the water, which will happen over the summer.