Notes
33rd Annual April Fools 4 Miler
Official Results
42 3/35 M4044 ROB KABERLE Sanford ME 44 M 470 27:06.4 6:47 27:11.3
Great race and fabulous volunteers... Laurie, Greg G, Jim, Dave, Bob, Michelle & Richard along with all the other Winner's Circle gang.
First race in over a year. Went out faster than expected but felt like I was under control so just went with it and settled in. Hit the half way point and still felt ok but felt like I was starting to red-line a bit so I backed off just a hair in an attempt to catch a second wind and gave a wave to Tall Dave. I figured if I had anything left in the tank I would try and get that time back in the last 1/2 Mile.
At the 2.5/3 mile stretch, I was with a small group of guys who seemed like they were barely holding on, so with about a half mile to go I passed all three of them. The gap to the next guy was too far to even think about but I held a faster pace to the last turn and then sprinted for the finish. The goal was sub 28, so I made that thanks in part to a fast course and perfect conditions.
After the race, was happy to see I got 3rd in my division, so stuck around to have a beer and get my medal. When I got home I was rewarded with a kiss and my orders to go paint the upstairs bedroom. Still need to do the trim, but another item off the list. Now to go ice my foot and go to bed.