This week's tip is one that would appear to be rather obvious, but if you go to a triathlon and you want some laughs, hang out and watch the Transition Area. You will quickly learn that most people never learned this one.
De Soto Sport Triathlon Company
May 4 at 1:59pm ·
A TIP FROM EMILIO: SHAVE SECONDS, EVEN MINUTES, OFF YOUR RACE.
Most triathletes spend so much time trying to shave seconds off their swim, bike, and run times, and they pay very little regard to the valuable time they can save in the transition area simply by practicing what they do. It may sound silly, even dorky, but not nearly as silly as most people look on race day, when they don’t practice their transitions. Simulate what you will do in T1 including removal of your wetsuit, putting on your shoes and helmet, and mounting your bike to the point where you are clipped in. Simulate T2 including dismounting your bike, running with your bike barefoot (or in your bike shoes if you do that), removing your helmet, and changing into run shoes.
Finally, before your race starts, remember where your bike is racked and which way is out!
Live well,
Emilio De Soto
Use code ST30E2 to get 30% off the listed price by clicking here. Valid only on items shown and until Midnight May 10, 2016 or while supplies last.
Emilio De Soto II
Maker of triathlon clothing, T1 Wetsuits, & Saddle Seat Pads and AXS since 1990
emilio@desotosport.com http://www.desotosport.com
De Soto Sport Triathlon Company
May 4 at 1:59pm ·
A TIP FROM EMILIO: SHAVE SECONDS, EVEN MINUTES, OFF YOUR RACE.
Most triathletes spend so much time trying to shave seconds off their swim, bike, and run times, and they pay very little regard to the valuable time they can save in the transition area simply by practicing what they do. It may sound silly, even dorky, but not nearly as silly as most people look on race day, when they don’t practice their transitions. Simulate what you will do in T1 including removal of your wetsuit, putting on your shoes and helmet, and mounting your bike to the point where you are clipped in. Simulate T2 including dismounting your bike, running with your bike barefoot (or in your bike shoes if you do that), removing your helmet, and changing into run shoes.
Finally, before your race starts, remember where your bike is racked and which way is out!
Live well,
Emilio De Soto
Use code ST30E2 to get 30% off the listed price by clicking here. Valid only on items shown and until Midnight May 10, 2016 or while supplies last.
Emilio De Soto II
Maker of triathlon clothing, T1 Wetsuits, & Saddle Seat Pads and AXS since 1990
emilio@desotosport.com http://www.desotosport.com