Outlaw Half Holkham Triathlon 2016
July 3rd 2016 1900 m swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run Having been reasonably impressed with the organisation and friendliness of Outlaw Triathlon in 2015, this year I decided I would take a punt on the inaugural Outlaw Half Holkham Hall as my "B" race. I was a little nervous about this as the last inaugural event I entered (Ironman Staffordshire 70.3) had been a logistical and organisational nightmare, but I thought that in any case, this race would give me the opportunity for a nice weekend away, and some scenic surroundings. Indeed I spent a lovely Saturday walking the marshes, discovering beaches and eating at a fantastic pub. I also attended a race briefing, registered and racked. The briefing as usual stretched beyond an hour. I've no idea why these need to be so long as 90% of what is said is in the race pack. The other 10% of fairly key information could be condensed and more succinctly delivered. Saying that, the presenters were charismatic and entertainin...