Ironman Canada

[sidecarsuzie]

I don't even know how to begin this race report. I guess I should really start by saying that I never ever thought I would attempt an ironman. When I started racing triathlon in 2004, my goal was simply to finish a half ironman and call it good. I guess I got swept up in the madness last year after watching the 2007 race (not really a surprise)

Comments

[theblacksaab]

holy shit jess, congrats!

you look amazing in that first photo!

[sidecarsuzie]

thanks so much! I was looking at some photos of me from years ago and I don't feel like I even look like the same girl.

[dogpound]

Holy fuck.
YOU KILLED IT.
Seriously. My best time, on my 3rd time is 13:16XX.
Damn.
I can not wait to see what you can do when you go into 100%
Eating/drinking on the run is really really tough, I feel your pai.

[sidecarsuzie]

Thanks! :)

I was so so happy when I saw that time.

I wish I could find some magical pill that would make my stomach not revolt every time i run more than 13 miles.

[dogpound]

it might take some in training tinkering since going long on the run is fairly new for you.

[crys79]

Good work!!! That is an amazing story. I can't believe you don't wear a watch! You are definitely an anomaly. Did you qualify for Kona?!? It looks like you should have. Congratulations on becoming an Ironman!

p.s. I'm doing CDA next year! :o)

[sidecarsuzie]

Thank you! I thought about wearing one and then was just like "nope, it will stress me out" I like crossing the finish line to be a surprise, like "surprise! you're way faster than you thought!" or "surprise! you sucked on this one!" ha ha

Gerry is doing CdA next year so I will be up to watch, cheer, and sign up!

[krizteen]

I am so impressed by you!

[sherrardoh]

You fucking rock, Jess.