Thus the reason that I as an RD did not allow that. We had one guy head out of transition and jump on - no shoes. He had to go back and get them. Funniest thing, he thanked me later. The rules were clear - and I held them to the letter. I think that practice should be banned for all but Elite/Pro

Also, you should've been DQ'd for bumping the girl.

I can tell you aren't having any fun at the races and you must make everyone else miserable.

I HATE THIS THE WORST..... They run out of transition to immediately stop and figure out how to get their feet in the shoes, clogging up the "bike out" and then falling down because this is the first time they've tried this stunt. At one race this year they had 5 women in the "Bike Out" COMPLETELY STOPPED trying to get their feet in the shoes. I had to yell out, "You've got to kidding me, MOVE !!!!" and I bumped this one girl out of the way and she yell out "ASSHOLE". Poor baby, practice that first before the event.

I've been in the last wave more often than not. Each wave start has it's unique challenge and benefit, but I believe you're a newbie and still need to learn this point.

I've raced hard, but still have fun. Also, I have never purposely bumped anyone. I wouldn't be very proud of my race if I did.

Sorry they don't make one person triathlon races, which is what you require.

Unfortunately, I am not a newbie and have been doing triathlons for many many years, first one was back in 1981 when helmets were not required. However, it just pains me to see the sport go to the crapper.

A wave is not "uniquely challenging" it sucks and is useless for me to swim over all these non swimmers.

And by your name "Tribeer" I trust you enjoy drinking beer. And so much love for the beer and triathlons you use it in your name, nice.....Slap to forehead...

I wish I could find my old race report on Orlando 70.3 - that fat woman "Katherine" blocking the bike course - then trying to give me a speech about her riding for a greater good (TiT) and all that jargon - damn I was pissed.

1. if you see a beginner be polite to them.
2. I f you see someone going slow don't judge, even the best bonk
3. Smell the roses
4. enjoy your race you never know if it's your last
5. Don't be full of yourself
6. race hard and legal
7. thank everyone working
8. meet people
9. know the rules
10. If you are a good age grouper don't call people pussies on the forum. You are only average and given time you will mature

And by your name "Tribeer" I trust you enjoy drinking beer. And so much love for the beer and triathlons you use it in your name, nice.....Slap to forehead...

100% yes.

Today I was given great perspective on life and so allow me to wax poetic about life and people who get their nuts in a wad over a triathlon.
I cannot go into a great amount of detail because of some privacy issues, but I was at lunch with some friends from my old job. One gal got a call from work and had to leave immediately due to an emergency with a small child.

In following up with her, the child passed today. Two parents lost a lively, beautiful and happy child. No real details at this point other than the people in charge did everything they could until EMS arrived at the school and took over.

SO. Next time you see that woman dropping her chain on that hill just keep moving and be glad that you get to go home, clean up and spend time with your family. Lighten up. It could be a lot worse.

Allie - I like you, I love your posts. But, the fact that a six year old dies has no bearing on the fact that some folks just do not belong on the race course. Some mitigating circumstance has no bearing on it. Every time we cross a road we are two seconds from death - every time we ride our bikes we could hit a hole and end up in the ED with no pulse. That is a fact of life. Appreciation is great - but fear is another thing. No god damn way I am going to think "I should be happy I am not a dead six year old" next time a car clips me. While I am sad for that child - that has no real bearing on my life or any race.