#432 - What We Learned from The Pros at "Challenge-Daytona"

Challenge Daytona was awesome with an absolutely loaded field and we learned a lot from what was pretty much a flawless broadcast. We loved the format, the level of competition, and frankly seeing athletes out on the course. We talk about their swim, bike and run strategies. What paid off, what didn't. We look at penalties, bike splits, and the potential for Challenge to focus changing the landscape of 70.3 racing in the US. Topics: Don't forget about the C26 Club for 2021 The commentators for Challenge Daytona Ridiculous bike power numbers Bike for show, run for dough Gustav Iden Should they have covered the Age Group race as well?? Building a bridge between pros and age groupers Can we push the envelope on Age Group coverage? How do we make pro triathletes more popular? Paula Findlay and Anne Haug Flat tire? :) Positive experience for our athletes The timing of Daytona and what it could mean for the sport Re-creating a chance for age groupers to race against the best Is Indianapolis another opportunity? Can we create more "loop" races like this? Calculated decisions on the race course Increasing spectators and learning experiences ITU vs. What we saw in Daytona Racing in downtowns? The concept of spectator friendly Daytona was like picking your March Madness Bracket It's ALL about the run TWO big penalties and the subjectivity of handing them out Nobody knew what to expect out there, including the pros Dealing with self-doubt, even on the perfect day The difference between the flat course vs. having some elevation No brakes, no turns, no sitting up . . . how it took its toll Run your best race, or test the ego? The number one goal for our athletes at Daytona The pressure on one big race How hard is it to maintain 20 meters for the whole race? Was it easier to just set the pace? Training for races on the trainer only? Lionel Sanders effort Swim strategy and how strung out it got in the water How 70.3 is turning into a short course Patience and restraint to reach the top level Different courses for different horses Mashing the big ring Link to interview with former Pro and C26 Coach Jessica Jacobs --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga.  C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store  A great way to support the podcast!  Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com  Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com  Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]