Boys got number 1 and 2 in the first ever Arusha print triathlon. Cole was the youngest competitor. 10 laps in the very cold pool. Followed by 4 bike laps and 1 running lap.
The Banks family had transition slow downs. Shoes and socks with wet feet never a good mix for kids. Here is Cole in the changing area. Check out Birch in the back ( red shirt) getting on the bike. Yes I forced helmets!!!
Birch quick to finish bike and start his run!!!
Birch finishes. All Cole’s age group finishes. Most of the next group finishes. Where is Cole? Hyennas around-so David sets off in reverse to find Cole. There he is finally - I mean like an hour later….His bike is too small for him so he was a little slow and all the big kids and even teenagers are passing him. But, good on Cole. He finishes without frustration and then starts the run. He runs the whole way- no stopping with a big smile the whole way!!!! The whole crowd cheering since everyone a little worried.
Victory sodas!!! Birch Cole Magnus and Lucas
Now David’s turn. A bit longer of a sprint.
David passes Matt in swimming only to be overtaken by Matt in the bike and run. Overall David 5th. Matt 1st.
Thanks to everyone who coordinated the event.
