Spencer went for a little run today too....

Spencer competed in his first triathalon today!  It was the Southwest Sprint Triathalon, sponsored by TriFort Triathaletes.  Click on the link for more information about the event.  The race consisted of a 25 meter freestyle swim (at the pool where he trains now...nice to have homefield advantage!), a 1 mile bike ride and a 1/4 mile run. 

He was one of 27 kids in the 7-8 year old group.  He did very well in the swimming, getting out of the pool second in his group.  Then he got dried off and changed quickly for the bike portion.  He sprinted to his bike, got his helmet on and took off. 

Here's a video of him finishing up the bike portion and getting ready for the run.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIkpZ31VDUk

Once he hit the track for the 1/4 mile run, he started off strong.  Then he ran into the strong headwind, at which he had to start walking.  But then he picks it back up and finishes strong.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1PcgNpAtHE

There were lots of kids in the event, including some of his SWAC swimming buddies and kids from his school.  He was pretty excited to see his buddy Max and his brother Jake competing too.  Here's a picture of the three boys after the race. (Spencer in back, Max and his younger brother Jake in front)

And here's Spencer.  We're not sure exactly what place he finished in, but it was pretty high, if not first for his age group.  We're very proud of him and can't wait for next year's triathalon.  We're hoping Syd will join in too!