08/31/2026
Congratulations to Brendan Jackson on an incredible performance at the Fall Creek Falls Half Ironman in Spencer, Tennessee.
Brendan broke six hours with a 5:56:04, finishing third overall and first in the male 25 to 29 age group. After coming up just second short of the podium at two recent sprint races, this finish means even more.
The Tennessee summer didn't make it easy. Heat and humidity ruled the day and Brendan lost most of his water bottles early on the bike leg. He adjusted his carb strategy on the fly, cutting it back to match his fluid supply and he still had an average pace of 18.4 mph through Amish country, including one close call with a startled horse carriage.
On the run he kept his cool literally, packing ice in his hat, and he adapted his fueling again with two gels instead of one to push through the heat.
Staying calm, adjusting the plan mid-race, and trusting the training when conditions get hard. Excellent!
Brendan called this one of his best races and it was indeed !
Way to go Brendan! 👏
