Just signed up for the Santa Barbara Long Course Triathlon on August 25, 2007. I haven’t done this triathlon before but hear that it’s well-organized, features a beautiful course, and is a great destination race. It’s a bit shorter than a standard half-ironman (only 1 mile swim, 34 mile bike, and 10 mile run), but apparently includes a fairly challenging bike and run. Anyone have advice or tips for racing at Santa Barbara?
Will spend a few days before and after the triathlon to spend time with family and friends. Can’t wait.
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“Anyone have advice or tips for racing at Santa Barbara?”
Sure- “Go as fast as you can. If something gets in your way, turn!”
After Treasure Island, I’m sure it will be beautiful with better roads:) Seriously I’m sure you’ll have a great time. Santa Barbara is just a great place and I think some folks in the club are heading down to race.
The hardest bike leg of any triathlon I’ve done. Make sure you train on hills. Going from sea level to 450 feet in a one mile stretch at mile marker 25 is a killer. It’s all downhill after that. Beautiful course. Easy run. Beware of the bike….. Have fun