I was both horrified and happy to learn that Spartan won't be doing dunk walls this year, or have water on course unless there is a natural body of water to use. I mean, it's nice to finish a race and not be covered in mud with rocks in my shoes. On the other hand, the dunk wall is pretty iconic for this race series, and I'm not sure if it will be the same without it. I took advantage of the dry race to wear better racing shoes, and a shirt and hat in the cool morning air.
For the Saturday Super, I was chasing a second place medal for my wall, and thought I might have a chance if I just took it easy. Evidentally I took it too easy, because I had a wonderful, ralaxed, fun race. And I finished in 4th place in my age group. Oops, better luck tomorrow I guess.
On Sunday morning, I brought my game face, and went out with the fastest heat. I raced hard, only let one woman pass me, and finished strong. Got the spear both days!
Somehow I ended up 2nd in my age group and accomplish my goal for the weekend. It says a lot that 5 of the 6 top women were all in my age group....there is a core of speed that seems to be following me up the age ladder. Now that I have the age group finishes for the year, I'll give a shot at racing Elite in my next Spartan, which will be the 50k Ultra in San Jose. That's a new venue for me, and I hope it will be dry :)
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