Triathlon - Age numbers

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Sushi Boy
06-29-09, 01:55 PM
Did my first sprint tri this weekend & had a blast.

I couldn't figure out the purpose for the marking of ages on our legs though. I could see a reason for it before chip timing, but with chips, it seems like the organizers can keep track of the age groups with the computer much easier.

Can anyone shed some light on why they mark ages on legs for triathlons?

Cheers.

IRONHEAD1
06-29-09, 02:39 PM
so when you see that person thats 15 yrs older than you kicking your butt you pick up the pace a little.....?
torps
06-29-09, 03:28 PM
So you know your competition. Majority of racers, especially in ironman branded races where kona or clearwater spots are up for grabs, are competing against those in their age group.

Ti Guy
06-30-09, 06:22 AM
so when you see that person thats 15 yrs older than you kicking your butt you pick up the pace a little.....?

And 20 pounds heavier. This always happens to me on the run and I hate it.
IRONHEAD1
06-30-09, 07:22 AM
no kidding.... i think they should put your weight right next to your age lol. :)
Sushi Boy
06-30-09, 09:32 AM
That makes sense.

I gotta admit, it did give me a bit of a boost the few times that I passed someone younger than me!
flip18436572
07-01-09, 07:05 AM
no kidding.... i think they should put your weight right next to your age lol. :)

I hope not, there wouldn't be enough room, or it would have to just be CLYDESDALE!!!! :)