That Triathlon Life Podcast Paula get's 2nd at the T100 French Riviera Triathlon, Team TTL unveil, and more!
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Sep 4, 2025 Hear all about Paula's exhilarating second-place finish at the T100 French Riviera Triathlon! The hosts dive into a fun debate about who would triumph in a 70.3 challenge: Ledecky, Pogacar, or Kipchoge. They also introduce Team TTL, sharing plans for community events and the importance of camaraderie. Enjoy light-hearted discussions on using poles in ultra racing, the intricacies of race dynamics, and even tips for skin and hair care. Plus, they tackle the challenges of photo and video storage for athletes!
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Race-Day Winds Nearly Derailed Plans
- Paula arrived ten days early for T100 French Riviera and faced 50 km/h gusts race morning that made the bike and swim scary.
- The wind and choppy water changed her race approach and initial confidence going into the event.
Struggling Swim Despite Strong Training
- Paula had a poor swim first lap, lost the main pack, then swam much harder on lap two but remained behind stronger swimmers.
- She blames warmup and start preparation, noting she feels fine in training yet struggles early in races.
Data-Free Riding Helped On Technical Course
- Paula rode without power due to a meter failure and used the map screen, which forced data-free riding.
- Riding by feel removed metrics distraction and may have helped her execute on a technical, spiky course.