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Find racing tips and tricks, read tales of the track and get in side the minds of other racers. Our racing section is full of interested information and stories about running in long distance races and competing in triathlons. We provide a wealth of stories and information from a gamut of triathlons and other races.

Racing Articles

  • Things to Forget for Your First Event

    You are finally ready for your first event. For months you have read everything you could get your hands on about your event and training for it. Undoubtedly you’ve read blogs and/or... read more

  • 5 Tips for Your First 5K

    If you are just getting into endurance sports and you want an event that will challenge you, but you know you can finish, then a 5k run may be just the thing... read more

  • A Wicked Little Run-Trail of Torment III

    The Trail of Torment III would be my third official trail race leaving me somewhat confident in terms of what to expect from an outdoor adventure. Having recently completed my first 50-miler,... read more

  • Portland Triathlon

    Hello, my name is Stephen and I am a Triathlon Widow, or TriWi, as we are sometimes called. We are the ones standing along the run or bike route cheering you on... read more

  • Experience The June Lake Triathlon

    As I stood at the edge of crystal-clear June Lake, looking around at the massive mountains that surrounded it, I could hear the soft chatter of athletes around me and off in... read more

  • Shifting Gears-Training to Race

    Introduction As a triathlete, it is important to learn to shift both physical and mental gears. Some of these gear shifts include off-season to in-season, swim to bike to run, gels to... read more

  • Downhill and Cross Country Racing at Sea Otter

    Sunday marked the final day of the Sea Otter Classic and the culmination of two major races. Those are the pro Downhill and the pro Cross Country races. These two races are... read more

  • Circuit Road Racing at Sea Otter Classic

    Cloudless skies and warm weather marked the third day of the Sea Otter Classic. Among the first races of the day were the men’s and women’s circuit road races. After the 35+... read more

  • Sandra Ross Wins In a Miniskirt!

    Day two marked another great day at the Sea Otter Classic. In fact it was even better weather than the day before with temps in the low 70′s and no winds. One... read more

  • Criterium Racing Rocks the Sea Otter Classic

    Yesterday marked the first day of the Sea Otter Classic at Laguna Seca race track in Monterey California. This is an event that combines all that cycling has to offer in one... read more

  • 2009 Superfrog and Superseal Triathlons

    The first signs of light were still an hour away as athletes started entering the transition area at Silver Strand State Beach this morning. The chilly air and a slight breeze kept... read more

  • Training in Training Races

    It’s that time of year when we all start to race or think about it. For many of us some of these first races are non- priority races or “training races”. ... read more