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BINTAN TRIATHLON 2011

21 May 2011 - BINTAN TRIATHLON


The race that I was anticipating most. Not because I was ready and raring to win but just for the kick of it! After all, it was the first time I did an overseas race and it's a triathlon for that matter! WOOOOOAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!! *a pat on my back*


To top of the excitement, I rode on my new bike and I was glad I did. It saved my life from all the hillly slopes. I did not manage to improve on my cycling timing simply because I didn't train for it....again....:) But but...I conquered the up-slopes confidently and no crashes. Honestly, I was a little disappointed with my swim time but I was not the only one who felt we came in slower than usual due to an inland current while on the return lap. That's a race for you. Always expect the unexpected.


Nevertheless, I clocked in a timing of 3hrs 39mins! Under 4 hours...pretty impressive if you asked me considering the kind of terrains I've encountered. And I discovered yesterday that I clocked in the same timing for my first OSIM triathlon last year. Hopefully speaking, I would be able to fare better for this year's OSIM since the terrain in Singapore (East Coast) is no where comparable to the undulating ones in Bintan! I feel hopeful, very hopeful, in fact now.


Having said that, I still have to gear up for the upcoming OSIM in July! I want to better my timing this year!


Now I am a proud finisher of 2 Olympic Distance Triathlons. 1 more to come and few more next year. I'm totally lovin' it!



Check the cool lady out! That's me!








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