Roni Garrett's Staging Area

IT was an amazing race and a beautiful way to see the city. It was had lots of false flats and a few punchy short climbs. Mostly flat so you can really have a great time and push the pace!

This is a small race. I was hoping you got to run more by the water as the map appeared, but you don’t. It’s a path run that goes through industrial sections and behind buildings. Small up and down sections but not a race I’d do again.

This race is not in Yosemite. This is also some trail but mostly road running. There are several uphill sections and the last 3 miles are rolling to the finish line. The packet pick-up was a disaster. We waited in line over 2.5hrs to get our packet. The finish line food boxes weren’t that delicious. I would have like an option for a food truck for purchase or something. It’s an early morning and early start which I liked. I probably wouldn’t do that race again as it’s not actually in Yosemite.

I thought this race was going to be beautiful because Seattle is such an amazing city. However I was greatly disappointed. You run on a freeway for a large portion of the race. then on a run path with no views of the city or water very industrial. One water stop had no water so I ran the last 7 miles without water. Disappointing to say the least. Unless they change the course I won’t do again.

This is one of the hardest trail runs I’ve ever done. Over 6k feet of climbing is very difficult especially if you don’t have a mountain to train on! The views are stunning but be prepared the descents are just a challenging.

Doing Ironman Texas you just never know what you’ll get. We’ve had an unusually cool spring and training has been great. BUT it warmed up quickly this year on the bike and run course. It’s my favorite run course with so much support, but doing an Ironman is always a long tough day!

Wow! This course was tough as hell! The water was in the 50s, the bike had over 3200 feet of climbing and the run had over 2000 feet of climbing. The views were fantastic but the bike course was very difficult. It was however, a great experience and a race I’ll always remember.

Running in Texas you never know what you’re going to get. This year it was raining and cold in April! The trails were muddy and slick but it’s always a great time running at Brazos Bend. Be prepare for anything when you race in Texas.

This is my second time going to Ironman Maryland. The first time I was there the race was cancelled, thus I wanted to go back and try this course. The town is lovely and the people are warm and welcoming. The swim had jelly fish, and yes I got stung during the race. The bike was super windy but the roads are nice a smooth. The run was not my favorite, since it was very quiet in the back. However, overall a fantastic day and the day was hot and humid but lovely!

I am not sure I would do this 5k again. The start line was not organized. I was in Corral A but it was not patrolled thus it caused traffic jams. Runners with dogs and strollers make for lots of moving around. Weather was great ! Hopefully will get more organized in years to come.

I’ve done this race in prior years but still find it to be a fun and challenging course. The swim is normally wetsuit legal but can be choppy at times. The bike is very windy but a nice flat out and back. The run is hot! It’s Texas! The great thing is this is an easy spectator friendly course. I would do this race again.

This sprint tri is one of my favorite races and I’ve done several years in a row. They have the best swag I’ve ever received from any race I’ve every done. The course is a great difficulty level and fun for new triathletes and seasoned vets. I’ll return again next year!

I’ve done this 70.3 several years in a row and always learn something new. Some years the swim is choppy. Some years its like glass. Some years the wind on the bike is crazy but there is always wind on the bike! The is hot and tough but since it’s close to home most of my team is either racing or there cheering! This makes this race fun and one I’ll do again. If its your first 70.3 I would highly recommend it. The course is flat!

This 70.3 was without a doubt one of the hardest races I’ve ever done. The bike course was not only hilly but the road were crap! Also at the bottom of a hill would some times be a cattle guard. Now imagine go over that at 30 + mph on a bike! The run was equally difficult. I don’t think the Toughman race company still has a race in New Mexico and I understand why. I wouldn’t go back to that race. It was also very unorganized. However loved New Mexico!