I signed up for Ironman VR8 (Challenger Division). Like VR6, the race is structured as a simulation of their 5150 triathlons -- two runs (one at 3km and another at 10km) and one ride (40km). (The Challenger division means the activities have to be done outside -- since I lack the technology for an indoor run/bike, this suits me fine.)
Unlike VR6, I hope the long run won't be agony.
I'm going to run the short run on Friday afternoon (like VR7), and give myself a meaningful distance between eating and running.
In the long run, I'm going to use a 135 bpm cap for the first half, and move to a 150 bpm for the second. For the last 0.3 miles, uncapped.
If the weather cooperates, I'm going to bike on Saturday and run on Sunday.
Let's see if wiser translates into a better time. (I think it will....)