This past Saturday was the 2012 Shorewood Scoot.
I was pretty excited about this race, as it was being held at Rock Run Preserve. That's my home running area. I know the trails there as well as anyone, so I figured I had a good shot to PR.
The race started in the Joliet Public Library parking lot and about a tenth of a mile in made a sharp right turn onto the paved trail. I knew it was going to be tight through there, so I made sure we (Jerry and I) started near the front.Once clear of the turn, I attached myself to a group of men and women that were hustling and I decided to make an effort to stick with them. 2 of the women scored a podium finish, so they were quick. First mile went by and I felt great with a 6:45 effort.
Second mile was still at 7 min, but the third mile I dropped back a bit. I still ended up staying at a 7:04 avg pace, which was by far my best effort.
Finished with a 21:55. My PR and 4th in my Age Group.
All in all, a great event. Fun course. I hate that they didn't use chip timing, (every race should) but it was still a great overall event.
Next up is the J Hawk Latebird Triathlon in Whitewater, WI on September 30.
