The Larks
RACE RESULTS 2007
Race	Bournemouth International Triathlon Olympic Distance
Venue	Bournemouth
Date	8th July 2007
Weather	Clear, warmish, slight breeze
Misc	Registration was the day before the event.  Having driven the cycle course and checked out Priory Lane (a steep hill right after T1) it was time to test the water.  The sea was choppy and the swim was going to be tough if conditions remained the same.Praying can work!  The day was clear and relatively still - a calm sea for the swim!  Transition at 6:30 left plenty of time for nerves to kick in before my wave start at 8:00.  Having nearly forgotten my timing chip, it was off to the briefing and swim start.  I managed to avoid most of the crowds in the swim but the out going tide made direction a little difficult at times.  The swim went well and I felt comfortable as I came out of the water.T1 and onto the bike.  Mounting the bike on an uphill slope and then climbing away from the beach up Priory Lane went well.  Within minutes the roads became good and the cycle was on.  The route is out and back along dual carriage way.  The course is undulating but no really big hills.  For a non-drafting event I was surprised when a couple of groups of 5-8 cyclists came past me.  Obviously thought they were in Kent!!  The cycle went well and I was pleased with my time.T2 on with the trainers.  Just out of transition and the back of my legs seized.  Did the first couple of Km in a reasonable time for me.  But after that it was a hard grind trying to run as much as possible.  This is where I need to improve.  It was also warm on the sea front and no water was provided at the 5km turn.  Crowds were very supportive and the finish was very busy.Overall an enjoyable race in good conditions. Guy Unger
Standard Distance
Name	Swim (1500m)	Bike (40K)	Run (10K)	Total Time	Position
Guy Unger	25:31	1:16:56	56:57	2:39:24	272