Powerman Malaysia
Lumut, Malaysia, Nov 11

Well my final race for the year turned out to be a disappointing DNF at Powerman Malaysia. The heat/humidity and hectic travel/race schedule of the past month taking it’s toll.

After flying back from Europe in late October, my training was a bit too eager in the first week or so and my socializing probably a bit excessive. Insufficient recovery meant that I dug myself a hole that I was unable to get out of before the race.

The race was a lesson in suffering…..I had very little energy from about 3km into the first run and my power output on the bike was non existant ……when you cook in Malaysia, you fry! The decision to retire from the race 2km into the final run was not taken lightly….I was especially disappointed given the support from Adele and Melody at Quick Release Adventures. They put on a great race and looked after the elite athletes very well.

I must congratulate the other two West Aussies who competed in Powerman Malaysia. Sally O’Dea, an emerging athlete I am coaching, finished 4th female elite, while Scott Mundell soldiered on in oppressive conditions to finish in good form.

Race info is available at www.powerman.com.my

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