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Submitted by RaceGrader
October 7, 2013
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Submitted on behalf of KCollier
First off…I have to thank Race Grader for the free entry. This was my first time doing the San Diego TRI Classic and I LOVED IT!
I loved that it was a smaller race than most of the ones I usually sign up for. To me, it had more of that “small town race” feel about it. It wasn’t like it didn’t have a lot of amazing athletes, but it was just smaller. Maybe its the timing of it? September doesn’t have as many triathlons as some of the other months in the season.
Race packet pick up was a breeze and there were a few vendors around to check out. You also got a small tour of Moment Cycle Shop in order to finish your packet pick up. I have never been inside the shop…I will have to go back one day when it’s less crowded.
To combat the expected heat…it started early. That to me isn’t so bad because you never really sleep well the night before a race…so getting up an hour earlier isn’t really a big deal…the pay off was worth it.
I loved that we could drive into the area and park close to the venue with NO issues. The transition site was on the east side (backside) of Liberty Station. Parking was in the lots along the water way. Maybe it’s because we were early…but I didn’t hear anyone complaining about parking…so it must have worked out for everyone.
The transition area was on grass. At first, I didn’t know what I thought of that, but later…I really liked it. I think I liked it because by the time I ran in from my swim…I had run along the grass enough that any dirt/rock/sand debris was off my feet and they were pretty clean before I put my socks on for my bike ride. The transition was set up by race type/sex and age group…so when we saw a few men in our section…it made us wonder what was up. One of the ladies in our section asked and found out that he thought there would be a faster entry and exit between transitions. He didn’t move and was crowding her out until an announcement was made stating if you were not in your proper transition space, you would be DQ’d or penalized. So, he finally moved..but he was really nasty about it. My thought was…”Seriously dude! Way to make an impression on the ladies.”
Please continue to read my race report on my blog: http://mytrinlifebykimcollier.com/2013/10/05/san-diego-triathlon-classic/
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Submitted by SDlocal
May 24, 2012
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This is a fantastic, very well managed, and scenic Olympic Distance Triathlon. The race takes place in beautiful and historic Liberty Station, home of Moment Cycle Sport which is the incredible Bike Shop that puts on the event. There is ample parking on race morning, and transition area takes place on a grass lawn, so there are no tiny pebbles to worry about stepping on during transition. The bike course (2 loops) is beautiful, it passes through Fort Rosecrans and its inspirational to be riding the rolling course where so many men and woman who served in the military lie at rest. Its incredible to have the Pacific Ocean on one side with the backdrop of Downtown San Diego on the other. The 10k run is flat and fast and takes place on hard packed dirt paths throughout Liberty Station before finishing back at the Transition Area. Finishers get a GREAT finishers medal (2011 medal had an integrated bottle opener), and competitors also got 2 fantastic shirts, a moisture wicking tee which is great to run in, and a thin cotton shirt which is amazing to wear around the house or out and about. This race is truly a fantastic course, and the folks at Moment Cycle sport do a fantastic job in making this a memorable racing experience. I encourage anyone who reads this to take part in the San Diego Triathlon Classic in 2012.
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Submitted by JerryS
May 24, 2012
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This race is really well managed. Moment Cycle Sport has done a good job. The bike course has a couple good hills in it, and overlooks the pacific for about half the course. the run is along a cove in S.D Bay, a couple of laps for the Olympic distance. Well laid out. I’ve done it 3 years in a row and it has changed and improved each year. The transition area is the best I’ve ever seen. no matter where you rack, you have the same advantage as anyone else. No need to cherry pick your spot. Plenty of great parking close to the race, very unlike most others. All amenities are welll planned, and last year beer and wine served, a very nice treat. 2 T shirts last year, one was a hi quality tech tee, Medals were quite decent. I’ve got no complaints. Already registered for this year
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Submitted by SoCalLizzie
February 9, 2012
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Hubby and I have done this race the last two years. Here’s our take, good and bad: Packet pickup and registration easy; bike course is scenic, challenging and fun; run course is a little boring. Really like how they have structured the swim waves generally going from older to younger. Streets are blocked off and well manned by police. The SWAG is okay but the tech tees are the ugliest EVER. Post race could use some better grub- and last year spectators were helping themselves so some of the racers missed out. And their photographers choked last year- NO pictures on the bike and no apologies from either the race directors or the photo company! So, there it is. Overall a fun race that we would recommend!
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Submitted by cory
February 9, 2012
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Great race. Great course.
