Hi All,
Noticed lots of people out training over the weekend. I think everyone must check out the BOM website and schedule rides accordingly. Still some "dodge the showers" happening if your ride was anything like mine. It was nice to see the sun again, albeit way too briefly as it looks like we are about to cloud over again.
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 10 Jan 2009
Nightcliff Pool
6pm
Race 1 Aquathlon Series
300m swim, 3km run
Race Director: Daryl Stanley 8985 6883
Registration: Robyn Stanley / Owen Hales
Timekeepers: Belinda Birk / Bertram Birk
Fruit / Ice: Phil Brownscombe
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: Mag Indoor Cycle trainers (just what you need during the Wet). From $175 - $275 Special for DTC members. Available at K9 Cycles, Cnr Totem Road & DeLatour St, Coconut Grove. 8985 6665
2. FOR SALE: Cycle Zone Christmas Specials - (1) Brand new tubular racing wheels - Bontrager Aeolus 5.0. Check them out at the link below
http://www.bontrager.com/model/06329/en $2300 with singles........$1299 off the new price. (2) Zoot running shoes 20% off. In store stock only. (3) Cycling Tri shoes starting from $99. Carbon sole Shimano Tri shoes from $210. CycleZone 6/41 Cavenagh St, Darwin. 8981 4436
3. CLUB TOWELS: Last few, grab yours now for Christmas stocking fillers $25 Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
4. FOR SALE: Darwin Triathlon Club Ladies TriSuit XS $155 Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
5. VOUCHERS FOR SALE: Long time sponsor Fitness Works, 69 Progress Drive, Nightcliff have 20 visit membership cards available. Ideal Christmas Gifts. Contact 8948 1061
OTHER NEWS:
1. David Janmaat is being let loose in the medical world after graduating recently.
2. The legal profession won't know what's hit it now that Matt Hubber has been admitted to the Bar.
3. Greg Kahl is back in town. He recently competed in the Callala Beach triathlon only days after an accident on his bike.
4. On the mend after knee surgery - Al Stancombe.
5. Channel 9 will be screening a one hour highlights package from Ironman WA at 11am, Sunday 25 January 09.
6. Get well wishes to Ali Fitch. Ali has been admitted to Canberra Hospital with pneumonia.
7. Bicycle NT says this is a good time to remind people to report broken glass, and all other problems they find on their road/path. You can either call your local council directly or go to Report a fault on the network.
8. Some people have reported that the Challenge Series website is only showing the Adelaide event. When you go to www.challengeseries.org.au you currently need to hover on each of the people featured to bring up the other events pages. This may be rectified over Christmas. In the meantime the information for all the remaining Challenge Series events are there - so get cracking with your bookings over the break.
I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas where ever you are spending it (members are currently all around the world as well as spread across Australia). Thanks for your feedback on E News, hope you enjoyed the eclectic mix of news during the year.
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Sunday 28 December 2008
Robyn's E News 17 Dec 08
Hi All,
Those members still out there training are finding it increasingly more difficult to dodge the raindrops. With a cyclone expected to form in the vicinity by end of week, I'm thinking it's not going to get any easier. The water temperature at Nightcliff Pool is down to ... wait for it ... a refreshing 30 degrees!
UNIFORM UPDATE:
1. We haven't forgotten those bathers that were returned. Scody have advised that replacements have been dispatched and fingers crossed we may still have everyone sorted by Christmas. Thank you for your patience.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. CLUB TOWELS: Last few, grab yours now for Christmas stocking fillers $25 Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
2. FOR SALE: Darwin Triathlon Club Ladies TriSuit XS $155 Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
3. FOR SALE: (1) 2 lots of tri-bars, will sell cheap; (2) women's cycling jersey, size 4 women's ($25), would fit young girl and (3) Bum getting sore on the bike? We have 3 spare bike seats (2 Bontrager) at our place, come have a look. Contact: Erica 0402 240 730
4. ITEMS for this section by 8pm Sunday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Many of you will remember Tom Gilfedder. Tom is back in town for a short visit enroute to Alice Springs for Christmas. Good to catch up. Brett Sampson was also in town recently.
2. We have a number of people departing Darwin for far flung places. One farewell this week is Nic Hahn. Good luck Nic.
3. I got a couple of emails pointing out that the bike course at the Canberra Half Ironman was longer than the stated 90km. Take your pick ... anywhere between 93km & 96km. From all reports, those who competed in the event copped some pretty tough conditions.
4. Gu have a yummy flavour (choc & mint) ideal for silly season running.
5. Love the TA Challenge Series towel. Don't forget that the Challenge Series has it's own website www.challengeseries.org.au for info on all upcoming events.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A NEW TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... your sunglasses are big and round or change colour
... breaststroke is your fastest stroke
... you have yet to breakfast on a Gel
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Those members still out there training are finding it increasingly more difficult to dodge the raindrops. With a cyclone expected to form in the vicinity by end of week, I'm thinking it's not going to get any easier. The water temperature at Nightcliff Pool is down to ... wait for it ... a refreshing 30 degrees!
UNIFORM UPDATE:
1. We haven't forgotten those bathers that were returned. Scody have advised that replacements have been dispatched and fingers crossed we may still have everyone sorted by Christmas. Thank you for your patience.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. CLUB TOWELS: Last few, grab yours now for Christmas stocking fillers $25 Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
2. FOR SALE: Darwin Triathlon Club Ladies TriSuit XS $155 Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
3. FOR SALE: (1) 2 lots of tri-bars, will sell cheap; (2) women's cycling jersey, size 4 women's ($25), would fit young girl and (3) Bum getting sore on the bike? We have 3 spare bike seats (2 Bontrager) at our place, come have a look. Contact: Erica 0402 240 730
4. ITEMS for this section by 8pm Sunday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Many of you will remember Tom Gilfedder. Tom is back in town for a short visit enroute to Alice Springs for Christmas. Good to catch up. Brett Sampson was also in town recently.
2. We have a number of people departing Darwin for far flung places. One farewell this week is Nic Hahn. Good luck Nic.
3. I got a couple of emails pointing out that the bike course at the Canberra Half Ironman was longer than the stated 90km. Take your pick ... anywhere between 93km & 96km. From all reports, those who competed in the event copped some pretty tough conditions.
4. Gu have a yummy flavour (choc & mint) ideal for silly season running.
5. Love the TA Challenge Series towel. Don't forget that the Challenge Series has it's own website www.challengeseries.org.au for info on all upcoming events.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A NEW TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... your sunglasses are big and round or change colour
... breaststroke is your fastest stroke
... you have yet to breakfast on a Gel
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Monday 15 December 2008
Robyn's E News 15 Dec 08
Hi All,
It's catch up time! We have had people racing all around the country and overseas during the past few weeks. Results are also included for the Xmas Splash n Dash which I believe went off well. A big thank you to Race Director Rob Weatherald and all the volunteers who assisted with the event.
RESULTS:
1. Xmas Splash n Dash - 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run
1 Kyle Gear 18.02; 2 Grant Preddy 18.49; 3 Chad Anderson 19.14; 4 Marcus Lisle 19.41; 5 Ian Pollock 19.45; 6 Peter Brady 20.08; 7 Alistair Donohoe 20.11; 8 Tim Lewis 20.14; 9 Ron Griep 20.16; 10 Brian Gallagher 20.20; 11 Dean Preddy 21.17; 12 John Thyne 21.49; 13 David Croser 21.51; 14 Aaron Collins 22.06; 15 Hollie Goodall 22.07; 16 Roland Edwards 22.25; 17 Emma Winterflood 22.40; 18 Simon Cruickshank 23.22; 19 Vincent Gilly 23.31; 20 Lisa Quinell 23.53; 21 Phil Blumberg 23.56; 22 Steve Denton 24.02; 23 Alison Croser 24.06; 24 Jack Reedy 24.20; 25 Lesley Thorpe 24.25; 26 Jane Marie Kerslake 24.31; 27 Bill Piper 25.01; 28 Monica Stewart 25.25; 29 James Geddes 25.51; 30 Simon Jeggo 26.07; 31 Tom Kaye 26.15; 32 Barry Sullivan 26.31; 33 John Castledine 26.42; 34 Karen Lewis 27.05; 34 Aryllan Naidoo 27.16; 35 Christine Friebel 27.58; 36 Dave Friebel 28.07; 37 Brian Mundy 28.41; 38 Asha Mahasuria 28.48; 39 Rose Stephens 29.08; 40 Cathy Preddy 29.16; 41 Kylie Sheffield 29.34; 42 Lachlan Hatty 31.37; 43 Ernie Koch 35.06 Teams: 1 Team Adam Richards / Heath Porter 17.15; 2 Team Naomi Rea / Peter Stephens 25.05
2. Canberra Half Ironman - 1.8km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run
Male: Aaron Farlow 4.12.39 Female: Melissa Vanderwater 4.52.06
Stu Fitch 1st M55-59 5.23.12
Michelle Gailey 4th F25-29 5.33.58
Grant Preddy 11th M18-24 5.38.38
Alison Croser 3rd F40-44 6.06.16
David Croser 76th M35-39 6.28.49
Others:
Stuart Borwick 23rd M35-30 5.24.21
Natalie Wood 1st F30-34 5.24.50
Dave Trudgian 5th M50-54 5.27.09
3. Ironman Western Australia - 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run
Male: Tim Berkel 8.07.06 Female: Gina Ferguson 8.59.24
Richard Bradbury 26th M25-29 10.35.03
Scott Bevis 34th M25-29 11.03.29
4. Laguna Phuket Triathlon - 1.8km swim, 55km bike, 12km run
Male: Richie Cunningham 2.28.19 Female: Belinda Granger 2.47.11
Mick Outhred 7th M30-34 3.00.27
Mark Anzin 11th M35-39 3.02.31
David McLeod 13th M40-44 3.07.48
Shaye Hatty 4th F35-39 3.26.43
Rosie Sullivan 8th F30-34 3.29.14
Phill Hatty 33rd M40-44 3.29.52
Jodie McLeod 7th F40-44 3.34.56
5. TA Challenge Series - Adelaide - 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run
Male: Paul Attard 1.50.17 Female: Kirralee Seidel 2.04.44
Mick Outhred 10th M30-34 2.00.43
Craig Garland 17th M40-44 2.10.11
Anthony Beven 21st M40-44 2.11.15
Amanda Donohoe 5th F45-49 2.31.17
Monica Stewart 4th F55-59 2.43.28
Others:
Lauren Stephenson 17th F20-24 2.34.31
6. Bribie Island Triathlon - Qld - 1km swim, 28km bike, 8km run
Male: Nicholas Hull 1.23.16 Female: Carrie Lester 1.33.27
Angelika Hannon 7th F45-49 1.57.48
Brian Hannon 22nd M45-49 2.08.04
7. Callala Beach Triathlon - NSW - 1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run
Male: Andrew Shipton 1.29.25 Female: Trudi Barnes 1.43.53
Greg Kahl 19th M20-29 1.58.59
Ceinwyn Whittaker DNS
8. Evolution Stair Run:
In Top 10 Male: 2 Kyle Gear 3.08; 3 Chad Anderson 3.19; 6 Tony Cox 3.28; 8 David Croser 3.34; 9 Aaron Collins 3.40
In Top 10 Female: 5 Shaye Hatty 4.28; 8 Alison Croser 4.32; 9 Megan Gallager 4.36
9. Missed Results:
Have I missed any? Please let me know. Many of our members will be racing away over the next few months. Don't be shy, send a quick email through so that we don't miss your results.
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 10 Jan 2009
Nightcliff Pool
6pm
Race 1 Aquathlon Series
300m swim, 3km run
Race Director: Daryl Stanley 8985 6883
Registration: Robyn Stanley / Owen Hales
Timekeepers: Belinda Birk / Bertram Birk
Fruit / Ice: Phil Brownscombe
Note: Names in bold are a change to original roster list.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: Darwin Triathlon Club Ladies TriSuit XS $155 Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
2. FOR SALE: (1) 2 lots of tri-bars, will sell cheap; (2) women's cycling jersey, size 4 women's ($25), would fit young girl and (3) Bum getting sore on the bike? We have 3 spare bike seats (2 Bontrager) at our place, come have a look. Contact: Erica 0402 240 730
3. ITEMS for this section by 8pm tomorrow please. Please resend any items that need to be readvertised.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Great news for the club - The junior committee has been successful in obtaining sponsorship for the purchase of safety equipment (2 way radios). What a great Christmas present ! Our thanks to the Telstra Shop Darwin City and Winnellie who annually support this program.
2. Coach Lee Wilson will be away for most of December so please note the following information about Friday's track sessions during that time: Friday 12 & 19 track will be on; Friday 26 – no track; Friday 2 January – back to normal
3. The following may be of interest to those looking to join a group ride: Bryan Swansburg, Secretary Darwin Cycle Club advises that after some discussion they are now planning to add a less intense “Saturday Morning Ride” . The original 6:00am ride starting at Nightcliff Pool tends to be a 95 km loop around Palmerston in 3 hours, about 32 km/h average. No changes here.
The additional ride will be a 45 km loop around the airport average about 25 km/h. Start at 06:15 at the Bayview traffic lights (Tiger Brennan at Stoddart, south corner) , 06:30 at Cullen Bay Roundabout (old hospital site); 07:00 at Nightcliff Pool, then Rapid Creek Bridge, CDU to Dripstone Road To Vanderlin then Kalymnos, Amy Johnson to intercept the long ride on Tiger Brennan to meet at Roma Café around 08:45.
They will see if these times work for everyone – the goal here is to get people out who are not up to a 3 hour fast pack ride – if you are uncomfortable in a peloton this will be the place to gain some skills, meet other cyclists your speed and still meet up with others from the ride at the Roma Café. They will try to have DCC committee members at least at Nightcliff until this becomes self-sustaining.
4. Darrell Nash is the Junior Coordinator for the Port Macquarie Triathlon Club. He has been given an entry into the Australian Ironman in Port Macquarie to be raffled off in order to raise money for the family of a local 5 year old girl, Alani Cockshutt who is currently undergoing treatment for Leukaemia. Alani's Mum Mel competed in the 2008 Australian Ironman and came 3rd female overall (as an age grouper) beating all but 2 of the pros and then competed in Hawaii. When they returned to Australia it was then that Alani was diagnosed. Alani and her family have been and continue staying at Ronald MacDonald House in Sydney, 400km away from their home.
Please visit the club forum at www.portmactriclub.com.au - go to General Chat and then to the Fundraiser section for ALL details on Alani and everything they have done so far. Your assistance would be appreciated.
5. Everything you need to know about cycling — Cycling Central online now at sbs.com.au/cyclingcentral.
6. Swim squad at Nightcliff Pool (6-7am Tues & Thurs) with Coach Daryl Stanley continues except on public holidays.
7. Looking for last minute gift ideas? Don't forget we have a few Darwin Triathlon Club towels still available. At $25 they are ideal. Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
...a stint in the garden causes more pain than an Ironman
...your wish list contains more than one tri related item
...the BOM website is heading up your favourites
Train safe in the wet,
Cheers,
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
It's catch up time! We have had people racing all around the country and overseas during the past few weeks. Results are also included for the Xmas Splash n Dash which I believe went off well. A big thank you to Race Director Rob Weatherald and all the volunteers who assisted with the event.
RESULTS:
1. Xmas Splash n Dash - 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run
1 Kyle Gear 18.02; 2 Grant Preddy 18.49; 3 Chad Anderson 19.14; 4 Marcus Lisle 19.41; 5 Ian Pollock 19.45; 6 Peter Brady 20.08; 7 Alistair Donohoe 20.11; 8 Tim Lewis 20.14; 9 Ron Griep 20.16; 10 Brian Gallagher 20.20; 11 Dean Preddy 21.17; 12 John Thyne 21.49; 13 David Croser 21.51; 14 Aaron Collins 22.06; 15 Hollie Goodall 22.07; 16 Roland Edwards 22.25; 17 Emma Winterflood 22.40; 18 Simon Cruickshank 23.22; 19 Vincent Gilly 23.31; 20 Lisa Quinell 23.53; 21 Phil Blumberg 23.56; 22 Steve Denton 24.02; 23 Alison Croser 24.06; 24 Jack Reedy 24.20; 25 Lesley Thorpe 24.25; 26 Jane Marie Kerslake 24.31; 27 Bill Piper 25.01; 28 Monica Stewart 25.25; 29 James Geddes 25.51; 30 Simon Jeggo 26.07; 31 Tom Kaye 26.15; 32 Barry Sullivan 26.31; 33 John Castledine 26.42; 34 Karen Lewis 27.05; 34 Aryllan Naidoo 27.16; 35 Christine Friebel 27.58; 36 Dave Friebel 28.07; 37 Brian Mundy 28.41; 38 Asha Mahasuria 28.48; 39 Rose Stephens 29.08; 40 Cathy Preddy 29.16; 41 Kylie Sheffield 29.34; 42 Lachlan Hatty 31.37; 43 Ernie Koch 35.06 Teams: 1 Team Adam Richards / Heath Porter 17.15; 2 Team Naomi Rea / Peter Stephens 25.05
2. Canberra Half Ironman - 1.8km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run
Male: Aaron Farlow 4.12.39 Female: Melissa Vanderwater 4.52.06
Stu Fitch 1st M55-59 5.23.12
Michelle Gailey 4th F25-29 5.33.58
Grant Preddy 11th M18-24 5.38.38
Alison Croser 3rd F40-44 6.06.16
David Croser 76th M35-39 6.28.49
Others:
Stuart Borwick 23rd M35-30 5.24.21
Natalie Wood 1st F30-34 5.24.50
Dave Trudgian 5th M50-54 5.27.09
3. Ironman Western Australia - 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run
Male: Tim Berkel 8.07.06 Female: Gina Ferguson 8.59.24
Richard Bradbury 26th M25-29 10.35.03
Scott Bevis 34th M25-29 11.03.29
4. Laguna Phuket Triathlon - 1.8km swim, 55km bike, 12km run
Male: Richie Cunningham 2.28.19 Female: Belinda Granger 2.47.11
Mick Outhred 7th M30-34 3.00.27
Mark Anzin 11th M35-39 3.02.31
David McLeod 13th M40-44 3.07.48
Shaye Hatty 4th F35-39 3.26.43
Rosie Sullivan 8th F30-34 3.29.14
Phill Hatty 33rd M40-44 3.29.52
Jodie McLeod 7th F40-44 3.34.56
5. TA Challenge Series - Adelaide - 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run
Male: Paul Attard 1.50.17 Female: Kirralee Seidel 2.04.44
Mick Outhred 10th M30-34 2.00.43
Craig Garland 17th M40-44 2.10.11
Anthony Beven 21st M40-44 2.11.15
Amanda Donohoe 5th F45-49 2.31.17
Monica Stewart 4th F55-59 2.43.28
Others:
Lauren Stephenson 17th F20-24 2.34.31
6. Bribie Island Triathlon - Qld - 1km swim, 28km bike, 8km run
Male: Nicholas Hull 1.23.16 Female: Carrie Lester 1.33.27
Angelika Hannon 7th F45-49 1.57.48
Brian Hannon 22nd M45-49 2.08.04
7. Callala Beach Triathlon - NSW - 1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run
Male: Andrew Shipton 1.29.25 Female: Trudi Barnes 1.43.53
Greg Kahl 19th M20-29 1.58.59
Ceinwyn Whittaker DNS
8. Evolution Stair Run:
In Top 10 Male: 2 Kyle Gear 3.08; 3 Chad Anderson 3.19; 6 Tony Cox 3.28; 8 David Croser 3.34; 9 Aaron Collins 3.40
In Top 10 Female: 5 Shaye Hatty 4.28; 8 Alison Croser 4.32; 9 Megan Gallager 4.36
9. Missed Results:
Have I missed any? Please let me know. Many of our members will be racing away over the next few months. Don't be shy, send a quick email through so that we don't miss your results.
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 10 Jan 2009
Nightcliff Pool
6pm
Race 1 Aquathlon Series
300m swim, 3km run
Race Director: Daryl Stanley 8985 6883
Registration: Robyn Stanley / Owen Hales
Timekeepers: Belinda Birk / Bertram Birk
Fruit / Ice: Phil Brownscombe
Note: Names in bold are a change to original roster list.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: Darwin Triathlon Club Ladies TriSuit XS $155 Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
2. FOR SALE: (1) 2 lots of tri-bars, will sell cheap; (2) women's cycling jersey, size 4 women's ($25), would fit young girl and (3) Bum getting sore on the bike? We have 3 spare bike seats (2 Bontrager) at our place, come have a look. Contact: Erica 0402 240 730
3. ITEMS for this section by 8pm tomorrow please. Please resend any items that need to be readvertised.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Great news for the club - The junior committee has been successful in obtaining sponsorship for the purchase of safety equipment (2 way radios). What a great Christmas present ! Our thanks to the Telstra Shop Darwin City and Winnellie who annually support this program.
2. Coach Lee Wilson will be away for most of December so please note the following information about Friday's track sessions during that time: Friday 12 & 19 track will be on; Friday 26 – no track; Friday 2 January – back to normal
3. The following may be of interest to those looking to join a group ride: Bryan Swansburg, Secretary Darwin Cycle Club advises that after some discussion they are now planning to add a less intense “Saturday Morning Ride” . The original 6:00am ride starting at Nightcliff Pool tends to be a 95 km loop around Palmerston in 3 hours, about 32 km/h average. No changes here.
The additional ride will be a 45 km loop around the airport average about 25 km/h. Start at 06:15 at the Bayview traffic lights (Tiger Brennan at Stoddart, south corner) , 06:30 at Cullen Bay Roundabout (old hospital site); 07:00 at Nightcliff Pool, then Rapid Creek Bridge, CDU to Dripstone Road To Vanderlin then Kalymnos, Amy Johnson to intercept the long ride on Tiger Brennan to meet at Roma Café around 08:45.
They will see if these times work for everyone – the goal here is to get people out who are not up to a 3 hour fast pack ride – if you are uncomfortable in a peloton this will be the place to gain some skills, meet other cyclists your speed and still meet up with others from the ride at the Roma Café. They will try to have DCC committee members at least at Nightcliff until this becomes self-sustaining.
4. Darrell Nash is the Junior Coordinator for the Port Macquarie Triathlon Club. He has been given an entry into the Australian Ironman in Port Macquarie to be raffled off in order to raise money for the family of a local 5 year old girl, Alani Cockshutt who is currently undergoing treatment for Leukaemia. Alani's Mum Mel competed in the 2008 Australian Ironman and came 3rd female overall (as an age grouper) beating all but 2 of the pros and then competed in Hawaii. When they returned to Australia it was then that Alani was diagnosed. Alani and her family have been and continue staying at Ronald MacDonald House in Sydney, 400km away from their home.
Please visit the club forum at www.portmactriclub.com.au - go to General Chat and then to the Fundraiser section for ALL details on Alani and everything they have done so far. Your assistance would be appreciated.
5. Everything you need to know about cycling — Cycling Central online now at sbs.com.au/cyclingcentral.
6. Swim squad at Nightcliff Pool (6-7am Tues & Thurs) with Coach Daryl Stanley continues except on public holidays.
7. Looking for last minute gift ideas? Don't forget we have a few Darwin Triathlon Club towels still available. At $25 they are ideal. Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
...a stint in the garden causes more pain than an Ironman
...your wish list contains more than one tri related item
...the BOM website is heading up your favourites
Train safe in the wet,
Cheers,
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Sunday 14 December 2008
Robyn's E News 28 Nov 08
Hi All,
I have to travel interstate unexpectedly & therefore cannot guarantee E News will be distributed next week. This edition is to give you For Sales etc received to date and to remind you of our eagerly awaited Splash N Dash coming up on 6 Dec 08. This is a joint event with the juniors and will likely include the traditional relay (one senior / one junior) - so start training !
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 6 Dec 08
XMAS Splash n Dash
Nightcliff Pool
6pm
Registration closes 5.45pm sharp
1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run
Roster:
Race Director: Rob Weatherald 8922 2198
Registration: Ken Lewis / Debbie Lewis
Timekeepers: Peta Jeggo / Nikki Roddie
Fruit/Ice: Louise Ogden
Next Junior Event same time & location.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE - Small, Avanti Kona Triathlon bike for sale. It is in excelent condition and has very few KM's on it. The frame is alloy with a carbon fork and carbon seat post. Oval Aero bars. 105 derailers on Shimano 10 speed, Comes with Specialized Comp Air Tool and Medium Specialized Aurora Helmet. $1200 ONO, Must Sell. Call Luke 0432 686 502
2. FOR SALE: Giant Road Bike, OCR 3, 58 cm frame, Alec Rims, Shimano Sora Gearing, Blue in colour, 2 Yrs Old, $500.00 ono Contact Jason 0418 741 466
3. FOR SALE: Road Bike - Ultimate X-mas present for yourself is a 2008 Cervelo P2C Tri / Time Trial bike. Same as 2009 model but different colour and LOTS cheaper ! This package includes Ultegra pedals, carbon bottle cage, computer, standard wheels and Zipp 606 carbon tubular wheel sets ! The Zipps have GP4000 tyres and an Ultegra cluster. The whole package has only done 222km. Replacement cost is over $8000, asking $6000. Contact Pete on 0402 346 194
4. FOR SALE: Kayaks - Get in early for the '09 Katherine Ultra Challenge - 2x kayaks and paddles for sale.
a) 2006 Spirit racing surf ski and carbon paddle. Ski has a trailing rudder for river use - doesn't catch on rocks. It is a stable and fast 'sit-on' plastic ski. See http://www.spiritpaddle.com.au/content.asp?cId=3&pId=6 for specs. Paddle is a Spirit Elite carbon wing paddle - see same web site for details. Replacement cost is over $1600, asking $1000.
b) Down River Racer and carbon paddle. Similar to a TK1 kayak -fast and stable but requires a little TLC. Both pieces are experienced 'Ultra' performers 'As purchased' pricing - $300 for both. Contact Pete on 0402 346 194 for more details.
5. Please continue to forward your items for this section I will include on my return.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Date Claimers: Fannie Bay Swim Classic 20 June 09 (this will be a mid afternoon event approx starting time will be 2.00pm) & Beachfront Beach to Bridge 8 August 09 approx 4.30 start
2. Good luck to Scott Bevis and Richard Bradbury who are heading west for Ironman Western Australia.
3. We have a few Darwin Triathlon Club towels left in stock. They are $25 each and would make ideal Christmas gifts. If you would like to reserve any please let me know.
4. I can't help thinking that Emma Snowsill and Craig Alexander nominations for the Age Sports Performance of the Year may have cancelled each other out. This category was won by Matthew Mitchem.
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club (please join)
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon (please indicate intention to attend)
I have to travel interstate unexpectedly & therefore cannot guarantee E News will be distributed next week. This edition is to give you For Sales etc received to date and to remind you of our eagerly awaited Splash N Dash coming up on 6 Dec 08. This is a joint event with the juniors and will likely include the traditional relay (one senior / one junior) - so start training !
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 6 Dec 08
XMAS Splash n Dash
Nightcliff Pool
6pm
Registration closes 5.45pm sharp
1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run
Roster:
Race Director: Rob Weatherald 8922 2198
Registration: Ken Lewis / Debbie Lewis
Timekeepers: Peta Jeggo / Nikki Roddie
Fruit/Ice: Louise Ogden
Next Junior Event same time & location.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE - Small, Avanti Kona Triathlon bike for sale. It is in excelent condition and has very few KM's on it. The frame is alloy with a carbon fork and carbon seat post. Oval Aero bars. 105 derailers on Shimano 10 speed, Comes with Specialized Comp Air Tool and Medium Specialized Aurora Helmet. $1200 ONO, Must Sell. Call Luke 0432 686 502
2. FOR SALE: Giant Road Bike, OCR 3, 58 cm frame, Alec Rims, Shimano Sora Gearing, Blue in colour, 2 Yrs Old, $500.00 ono Contact Jason 0418 741 466
3. FOR SALE: Road Bike - Ultimate X-mas present for yourself is a 2008 Cervelo P2C Tri / Time Trial bike. Same as 2009 model but different colour and LOTS cheaper ! This package includes Ultegra pedals, carbon bottle cage, computer, standard wheels and Zipp 606 carbon tubular wheel sets ! The Zipps have GP4000 tyres and an Ultegra cluster. The whole package has only done 222km. Replacement cost is over $8000, asking $6000. Contact Pete on 0402 346 194
4. FOR SALE: Kayaks - Get in early for the '09 Katherine Ultra Challenge - 2x kayaks and paddles for sale.
a) 2006 Spirit racing surf ski and carbon paddle. Ski has a trailing rudder for river use - doesn't catch on rocks. It is a stable and fast 'sit-on' plastic ski. See http://www.spiritpaddle.com.au/content.asp?cId=3&pId=6 for specs. Paddle is a Spirit Elite carbon wing paddle - see same web site for details. Replacement cost is over $1600, asking $1000.
b) Down River Racer and carbon paddle. Similar to a TK1 kayak -fast and stable but requires a little TLC. Both pieces are experienced 'Ultra' performers 'As purchased' pricing - $300 for both. Contact Pete on 0402 346 194 for more details.
5. Please continue to forward your items for this section I will include on my return.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Date Claimers: Fannie Bay Swim Classic 20 June 09 (this will be a mid afternoon event approx starting time will be 2.00pm) & Beachfront Beach to Bridge 8 August 09 approx 4.30 start
2. Good luck to Scott Bevis and Richard Bradbury who are heading west for Ironman Western Australia.
3. We have a few Darwin Triathlon Club towels left in stock. They are $25 each and would make ideal Christmas gifts. If you would like to reserve any please let me know.
4. I can't help thinking that Emma Snowsill and Craig Alexander nominations for the Age Sports Performance of the Year may have cancelled each other out. This category was won by Matthew Mitchem.
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club (please join)
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon (please indicate intention to attend)
Wednesday 26 November 2008
Robyn's E News 26 Nov 08
Hi All,
Bring on the rain ... you really do know you are a triathlete when you train & race in Darwin at this time of the year.
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 6 Dec 08
XMAS Splash n Dash
Nightcliff Pool
6pm
1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run
Roster:
Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Ken Lewis / Debbie Lewis
Timekeepers: Peta Jeggo / Nikki Roddie
Fruit/Ice: Louise Ogden
Next Junior Event same time & location.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: Road Bike - Ultimate X-mas present for yourself is a 2008 Cervelo P2C Tri / Time Trial bike. Same as 2009 model but different colour and LOTS cheaper ! This package includes Ultegra pedals, carbon bottle cage, computer, standard wheels and Zipp 606 carbon tubular wheel sets ! The Zipps have GP4000 tyres and an Ultegra cluster. The whole package has only done 222km. Replacement cost is over $8000, asking $6000. Contact Pete on 0402 346 194
2. FOR SALE: Kayaks - Get in early for the '09 Katherine Ultra Challenge - 2x kayaks and paddles for sale.
a) 2006 Spirit racing surf ski and carbon paddle. Ski has a trailing rudder for river use - doesn't catch on rocks. It is a stable and fast 'sit-on' plastic ski. See http://www.spiritpaddle.com.au/content.asp?cId=3&pId=6 for specs. Paddle is a Spirit Elite carbon wing paddle - see same web site for details. Replacement cost is over $1600, asking $1000.
b) Down River Racer and carbon paddle. Similar to a TK1 kayak -fast and stable but requires a little TLC. Both pieces are experienced 'Ultra' performers 'As purchased' pricing - $300 for both. Contact Pete on 0402 346 194 for more details.
3. New items or rerun requests for this section by 5pm Sunday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Some great bargains in the For Sale / Wanted section today. Pete has a house that requires renovations... say no more.
2. Pete tells us that the Spirit kayak is as used in the Katherine Ultra Challenge by reigning two time champ Ian Norton. And the downriver racer was previously used by legends Daryl Stanley and Emma Winterflood for KUC. They won't last so if you are interested get in fast.
3. Organisers are currently firming dates for both KUC and City2Surf.
4. Last Sunday, Texan Michael Hennessey broke the Guinness World Record for most Ironman triathlons in a calendar year. Ford Ironman Arizona, where he clocked a respectable 12.42, was Michael’s 15th Ironman finish since March 2008. With the goal of raising awareness for the chromosomal disorders trisomy 13 and 18, Michael averaged two Ironman races per month, racing on two consecutive weekends in both April and August, and THREE consecutive weekends in July. His slowest time was 14:28 (Oklahoma City), and he managed a PB of 10.48 in Austria. In addition to raising awareness, Michael’s charity ‘Ironman for Kids’ is now purchasing specially designed trikes and bikes for trisomy kids. Regardless of whether you share his spiritual motivation, it’s hard to deny this is a massive (albeit crazy) accomplishment. To check out Michael’s times go to: http://ironmanforkids.com/sponsorship.
5. Amanda Donohoe, Craig Garland, Anthony Beven, Monica Stewart & Mick Outhred will be among members competing in the first of the new Triathlon Australia Challenge Series events when they head down to Adelaide this weekend. Good luck to all!
6. Entries close Friday for the Canberra Half Ironman (14 Dec). The event website www.canberrahalf.com has lots of info on travel and accommodation if you are interested.
7. Wow, I just checked the Flickr hits. Now rapidly approaching 13,800 !
8. Bicycling NT is looking out for us. Annie (Chair Bicycling NT) recently requested a meeting with the Dept of Planning and Infrastructure (DPI) to see how they were accommodating cyclists' needs as part of the major works taking place at Wishart Rd and (other) intersection near Kormilda College. For more info see www.bicyclent.org.au
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Bring on the rain ... you really do know you are a triathlete when you train & race in Darwin at this time of the year.
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 6 Dec 08
XMAS Splash n Dash
Nightcliff Pool
6pm
1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run
Roster:
Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Ken Lewis / Debbie Lewis
Timekeepers: Peta Jeggo / Nikki Roddie
Fruit/Ice: Louise Ogden
Next Junior Event same time & location.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: Road Bike - Ultimate X-mas present for yourself is a 2008 Cervelo P2C Tri / Time Trial bike. Same as 2009 model but different colour and LOTS cheaper ! This package includes Ultegra pedals, carbon bottle cage, computer, standard wheels and Zipp 606 carbon tubular wheel sets ! The Zipps have GP4000 tyres and an Ultegra cluster. The whole package has only done 222km. Replacement cost is over $8000, asking $6000. Contact Pete on 0402 346 194
2. FOR SALE: Kayaks - Get in early for the '09 Katherine Ultra Challenge - 2x kayaks and paddles for sale.
a) 2006 Spirit racing surf ski and carbon paddle. Ski has a trailing rudder for river use - doesn't catch on rocks. It is a stable and fast 'sit-on' plastic ski. See http://www.spiritpaddle.com.au/content.asp?cId=3&pId=6 for specs. Paddle is a Spirit Elite carbon wing paddle - see same web site for details. Replacement cost is over $1600, asking $1000.
b) Down River Racer and carbon paddle. Similar to a TK1 kayak -fast and stable but requires a little TLC. Both pieces are experienced 'Ultra' performers 'As purchased' pricing - $300 for both. Contact Pete on 0402 346 194 for more details.
3. New items or rerun requests for this section by 5pm Sunday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Some great bargains in the For Sale / Wanted section today. Pete has a house that requires renovations... say no more.
2. Pete tells us that the Spirit kayak is as used in the Katherine Ultra Challenge by reigning two time champ Ian Norton. And the downriver racer was previously used by legends Daryl Stanley and Emma Winterflood for KUC. They won't last so if you are interested get in fast.
3. Organisers are currently firming dates for both KUC and City2Surf.
4. Last Sunday, Texan Michael Hennessey broke the Guinness World Record for most Ironman triathlons in a calendar year. Ford Ironman Arizona, where he clocked a respectable 12.42, was Michael’s 15th Ironman finish since March 2008. With the goal of raising awareness for the chromosomal disorders trisomy 13 and 18, Michael averaged two Ironman races per month, racing on two consecutive weekends in both April and August, and THREE consecutive weekends in July. His slowest time was 14:28 (Oklahoma City), and he managed a PB of 10.48 in Austria. In addition to raising awareness, Michael’s charity ‘Ironman for Kids’ is now purchasing specially designed trikes and bikes for trisomy kids. Regardless of whether you share his spiritual motivation, it’s hard to deny this is a massive (albeit crazy) accomplishment. To check out Michael’s times go to: http://ironmanforkids.com/sponsorship.
5. Amanda Donohoe, Craig Garland, Anthony Beven, Monica Stewart & Mick Outhred will be among members competing in the first of the new Triathlon Australia Challenge Series events when they head down to Adelaide this weekend. Good luck to all!
6. Entries close Friday for the Canberra Half Ironman (14 Dec). The event website www.canberrahalf.com has lots of info on travel and accommodation if you are interested.
7. Wow, I just checked the Flickr hits. Now rapidly approaching 13,800 !
8. Bicycling NT is looking out for us. Annie (Chair Bicycling NT) recently requested a meeting with the Dept of Planning and Infrastructure (DPI) to see how they were accommodating cyclists' needs as part of the major works taking place at Wishart Rd and (other) intersection near Kormilda College. For more info see www.bicyclent.org.au
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Robyn's E News 24 Nov 08
Hi All,
It was all action at Howard Springs Nature Park yesterday morning with very, very exciting racing. The guys especially were having a red hot crack!
A big thank you to Craig Garland who stepped in at the last minute when rostered RD was unavailable (Kim is recovering, & very skinny we hear). Thanks also to all the other volunteers who assisted with the event, your efforts were greatly appreciated by all competitors.
RESULTS:
1. Race 2 Duathlon (Inc NT Duathlon Championships) - Howard Springs - 5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
1 Tim Ellison 1 hr 01 min 41 secs; 2 Chad Anderson 1.02.00; 3 Lee Wilson 1.02.51; 4 Mark Anzin 1.03.11; 5 Marcus Lisle 1.03.37; 6 Rob Weatherald 1.05.44; 7 David Crane 1.07.14; 8 Pete Brady 1.08.05; 9 Blue Watt 1.08.38; 10 Adam Richards 1.09.59 11 Phil Brownscombe 1.10.26; 12 Brian Gallagher 1.10.45; 13 Ron Griep 1.12.41; 14 Shaye Hatty 1.13.03; 15 Allan Stancombe 1.13.30; 16 Gilly Vincent 1.15.04; 17 Tim Lewis 1.15.44; 18 Daryl Stanley 1.15.51; 19 Hans Bormann 1.16.46; 20 Nic French 1.17.26; 21 Kathy McKay 1.17.54; 22 Phil Hatty 1.18.21; 23 Alan Culbertson 1.21.41; 24 James Geddes 1.20.58; 25 Barry Sullivan 1.21.05; 26 Monica Stewart 1.21.22; 27 Lesley Thorpe 1.24.23; 28 Rose Stephens 1.27.05; 29 Asha Mahasuri 1.28.28; 30 Barry Smart 1.34.50; 31 Col Smith 1.36.34; 32 Ernie Koch 1.39.50; 33 Kyle Gear dnf; 34 Dingo Hall dnf
Teams: 1 Team Phil Hatty/Lachlan Hatty 1.36.09
NT Duathlon Champions : Male Tim Ellison Female Shaye Hatty
Age Group Champions:
16-19 Tim Lewis
20-29 Chad Anderson
30-39 Mark Anzin / Shaye Hatty
40-49 Tim Ellison / Rose Stephens
50-59 Rob Wetherald / Monica Stewart
60-69 Daryl Stanley
70-79 Ernie Koch
Darwin Triathlon Club Duathlon Series Winners: Tim Ellison / Shaye Hatty
2. Shepparton Half Ironman - 1.9/90/21.1
Male: 1 Leon Griffin 3.53.13 Female: Kat Baker 4.26.05
Others:
Malcolm Baguley M30-34 34th 4.47.59
Carole McGregor F30-34 11th 5.25.44
Jenny Kirkby F30-34 26th 6.42.01
3. Ironman Arizona - 3.8/180/42.2
Male: Andreas Raelert 8.14.16 Female: Heleen Bij De Vaat 9.21.06
Ali Fitch dnf
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 6 Dec 08
XMAS Splash n Dash
Nightcliff Pool
6pm
1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run
Roster:
Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Ken Lewis / Debbie Lewis
Timekeepers: Peta Jeggo / Nikki Roddie
Fruit/Ice: Louise Ogden
Next Junior Event same time & location.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. WANTED TO BUY: Set of aerobars for road bike - Contact Alexandria 0414 875 382
2. FOR SALE: Giant Road Bike, OCR 3, 58 cm frame, Alec Rims, Shimano Sora Gearing, Blue in colour, 2 Yrs Old, $500.00 ono
Contact Jason 0418 741 466
3. CHRISTMAS IS COMING: Stocking fillers available at K9 Cycles, Totem Road, Coconut Grove & CycleZone, Cavanagh St, Darwin.
4. Items for this section by 8pm tomorrow please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Close to 50 kids participated in the junior triathlon at the Ski Club. A special thanks to the many volunteers who helped out, especially those who don’t have kids participating. All the kids had great fun and all went smoothly. Luckily they were swimming in the Ski Club pool as a shark was spotted swimming just out the front of the Ski Club. The juniors are now looking forward to the Christmas Aquathlon with the Seniors on 6th Dec at Nightcliff pool at 6pm. Always a highlight on our calendar.
2. Ali Fitch was forced to withdraw on the run in IM Arizona this morning. Ali had come through the field into 3rd on the run before an injury sustained late on the bike took its toll.
3. The women's leaderboard at IM Arizona was a constantly changing affair. Gotta love those live race updates for excitment.
4. Keiran Doe did most of the run at IM AZ in his socks.
5. The pace was up at the duathlon yesterday and a few of the guys were redlining. One even forgot to dismount at the line. A couple of others came out of the roundabout like they had another lap to go & almost locked up at the dismount line. One lost some time with a wrong turn on the final run. But boys being boys they sure looked like they were having fun while they smashed themselves. Good to watch unfold.
6. The Evolution Stair Run filled up fast and closed quickly. Competitors will make the climb this weekend & they include a number of our members.
7. Christmas drinks were enjoyed on Friday. The diehards were last seen heading for Throb. Any news after that ???
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... a new race location announcement raises your interest level
... you are happy the duathlon series is done and won
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
It was all action at Howard Springs Nature Park yesterday morning with very, very exciting racing. The guys especially were having a red hot crack!
A big thank you to Craig Garland who stepped in at the last minute when rostered RD was unavailable (Kim is recovering, & very skinny we hear). Thanks also to all the other volunteers who assisted with the event, your efforts were greatly appreciated by all competitors.
RESULTS:
1. Race 2 Duathlon (Inc NT Duathlon Championships) - Howard Springs - 5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
1 Tim Ellison 1 hr 01 min 41 secs; 2 Chad Anderson 1.02.00; 3 Lee Wilson 1.02.51; 4 Mark Anzin 1.03.11; 5 Marcus Lisle 1.03.37; 6 Rob Weatherald 1.05.44; 7 David Crane 1.07.14; 8 Pete Brady 1.08.05; 9 Blue Watt 1.08.38; 10 Adam Richards 1.09.59 11 Phil Brownscombe 1.10.26; 12 Brian Gallagher 1.10.45; 13 Ron Griep 1.12.41; 14 Shaye Hatty 1.13.03; 15 Allan Stancombe 1.13.30; 16 Gilly Vincent 1.15.04; 17 Tim Lewis 1.15.44; 18 Daryl Stanley 1.15.51; 19 Hans Bormann 1.16.46; 20 Nic French 1.17.26; 21 Kathy McKay 1.17.54; 22 Phil Hatty 1.18.21; 23 Alan Culbertson 1.21.41; 24 James Geddes 1.20.58; 25 Barry Sullivan 1.21.05; 26 Monica Stewart 1.21.22; 27 Lesley Thorpe 1.24.23; 28 Rose Stephens 1.27.05; 29 Asha Mahasuri 1.28.28; 30 Barry Smart 1.34.50; 31 Col Smith 1.36.34; 32 Ernie Koch 1.39.50; 33 Kyle Gear dnf; 34 Dingo Hall dnf
Teams: 1 Team Phil Hatty/Lachlan Hatty 1.36.09
NT Duathlon Champions : Male Tim Ellison Female Shaye Hatty
Age Group Champions:
16-19 Tim Lewis
20-29 Chad Anderson
30-39 Mark Anzin / Shaye Hatty
40-49 Tim Ellison / Rose Stephens
50-59 Rob Wetherald / Monica Stewart
60-69 Daryl Stanley
70-79 Ernie Koch
Darwin Triathlon Club Duathlon Series Winners: Tim Ellison / Shaye Hatty
2. Shepparton Half Ironman - 1.9/90/21.1
Male: 1 Leon Griffin 3.53.13 Female: Kat Baker 4.26.05
Others:
Malcolm Baguley M30-34 34th 4.47.59
Carole McGregor F30-34 11th 5.25.44
Jenny Kirkby F30-34 26th 6.42.01
3. Ironman Arizona - 3.8/180/42.2
Male: Andreas Raelert 8.14.16 Female: Heleen Bij De Vaat 9.21.06
Ali Fitch dnf
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 6 Dec 08
XMAS Splash n Dash
Nightcliff Pool
6pm
1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run
Roster:
Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Ken Lewis / Debbie Lewis
Timekeepers: Peta Jeggo / Nikki Roddie
Fruit/Ice: Louise Ogden
Next Junior Event same time & location.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. WANTED TO BUY: Set of aerobars for road bike - Contact Alexandria 0414 875 382
2. FOR SALE: Giant Road Bike, OCR 3, 58 cm frame, Alec Rims, Shimano Sora Gearing, Blue in colour, 2 Yrs Old, $500.00 ono
Contact Jason 0418 741 466
3. CHRISTMAS IS COMING: Stocking fillers available at K9 Cycles, Totem Road, Coconut Grove & CycleZone, Cavanagh St, Darwin.
4. Items for this section by 8pm tomorrow please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Close to 50 kids participated in the junior triathlon at the Ski Club. A special thanks to the many volunteers who helped out, especially those who don’t have kids participating. All the kids had great fun and all went smoothly. Luckily they were swimming in the Ski Club pool as a shark was spotted swimming just out the front of the Ski Club. The juniors are now looking forward to the Christmas Aquathlon with the Seniors on 6th Dec at Nightcliff pool at 6pm. Always a highlight on our calendar.
2. Ali Fitch was forced to withdraw on the run in IM Arizona this morning. Ali had come through the field into 3rd on the run before an injury sustained late on the bike took its toll.
3. The women's leaderboard at IM Arizona was a constantly changing affair. Gotta love those live race updates for excitment.
4. Keiran Doe did most of the run at IM AZ in his socks.
5. The pace was up at the duathlon yesterday and a few of the guys were redlining. One even forgot to dismount at the line. A couple of others came out of the roundabout like they had another lap to go & almost locked up at the dismount line. One lost some time with a wrong turn on the final run. But boys being boys they sure looked like they were having fun while they smashed themselves. Good to watch unfold.
6. The Evolution Stair Run filled up fast and closed quickly. Competitors will make the climb this weekend & they include a number of our members.
7. Christmas drinks were enjoyed on Friday. The diehards were last seen heading for Throb. Any news after that ???
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... a new race location announcement raises your interest level
... you are happy the duathlon series is done and won
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Robyn's E News Late Edition 21 Nov 08
Hi All,
Busy, busy but here's a quick update:
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 23 Nov 08
Duathlon Race 2 (Inc. NT Duathlon Championships)
Howard Springs
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
7am (registration closes 6.45am)
Roster:
Race Director: Craig Garland 0427 771 814
Registration: Sophie Hawken / volunteer required (Andrew interstate)
Timekeepers: Michelle Gailey / volunteer required (Andrew interstate)
Fruit /Ice: Kyle Gear
XMAS DRINKS:
1. Don't forget its Christmas Drinks at the Tap Bar this evening 6.30pm
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. WANTED TO BUY: Set of aeorbars for road bike - Contact Alexandria 0414 875 382
2. FOR SALE: Giant Road Bike, OCR 3, 58 cm frame, Alec Rims, Shimano Sora Gearing, Blue in colour, 2 Yrs Old, $500.00 ono
Contact Jason 0418 741 466
OTHER NEWS:
1. Stu Taylor ties the knot soon.
2. Ali Fitch in action in IM Arizona this weekend.
3. I've been interstate and lost a day courtesy Qantas so this is very much in haste to get reminder out there about Christmas drinks this evening. Enjoy!
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Busy, busy but here's a quick update:
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 23 Nov 08
Duathlon Race 2 (Inc. NT Duathlon Championships)
Howard Springs
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
7am (registration closes 6.45am)
Roster:
Race Director: Craig Garland 0427 771 814
Registration: Sophie Hawken / volunteer required (Andrew interstate)
Timekeepers: Michelle Gailey / volunteer required (Andrew interstate)
Fruit /Ice: Kyle Gear
XMAS DRINKS:
1. Don't forget its Christmas Drinks at the Tap Bar this evening 6.30pm
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. WANTED TO BUY: Set of aeorbars for road bike - Contact Alexandria 0414 875 382
2. FOR SALE: Giant Road Bike, OCR 3, 58 cm frame, Alec Rims, Shimano Sora Gearing, Blue in colour, 2 Yrs Old, $500.00 ono
Contact Jason 0418 741 466
OTHER NEWS:
1. Stu Taylor ties the knot soon.
2. Ali Fitch in action in IM Arizona this weekend.
3. I've been interstate and lost a day courtesy Qantas so this is very much in haste to get reminder out there about Christmas drinks this evening. Enjoy!
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Robyn's E News 12 Nov 08
Hi All,
Ok, it's official - the venue has been confirmed for our next event. Please also note changes to event distance.
RESULTS:
1. Power Station Extra Sprint - WA
Greg Kahl 8th M20-29 1.50.25
2. Lombok International Triathlon - 1.8/55/12
Male: 1 James Easson (UK) 3.24.30; 2 Mick Outhred 3.27.52 Female: 1 Agnes Safford 4.36.20
3. Port Macquarie Half Ironman - 1.9/90/21.1
Male: 1 Cameron Watt 4.01.53 Female: 1 Charlotte Paul 4.36.28
4. Ironman 70.3 World Championships, Clearwater - 1.9/90/21.1 (correction)
Male: 1 Terenzo Bozzone 3.40.10 Female: 1 Joanna Zeiger 4.02.48
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 23 Nov 08
Duathlon Race 2 (Inc. NT Duathlon Championships)
Howard Springs
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
Roster:
Race Director: Craig Garland 0427 771 814
Registration: Sophie Hawken / Andrew M Hall
Timekeepers: Michelle Gailey / Andrew M Hall
Fruit /Ice: Kyle Gear
Note:
1. In a change from the published calendar the 10km run, 40km bike, 5km run distance was dropped by Triathlon NT.
2. The venue has now been confirmed as Howard Springs Nature Park.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: Cycle Zone's "bling" of the week: Check out the latest in swim technology.........The Blueseventy pointzero3 swim skins are in stock now. Kyle was born with one!!! http://www.blueseventy.com/products/detail/pointzero31
Also in stock now the latest range of Oakley performance sunglasses.........check them out at http://oakley.com.au/sport_performance
2. FOR SALE: New DTC Ladies Tri Suit XS $155 - Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
3. WANTED TO BUY: Wind Trainer. Contact Ben 0438 936 282
OTHER NEWS:
1. Some Clearwater residents are up in arms after 70.3 Worlds last weekend. They are asking if the disruption to traffic is worth it & questioning the value of the event especially to those business that lose access during the race. Poor Race Directors have a lot to cope with to bring us our favourite events.
2. Lee Wilson recently travelled to Bendigo to complete a Level 2 athletics coaching course. Lee is now a qualified Level 2 Athletics (Middle and long distance running specific) coach and is able to offer DTC and runners club members specific running/technique coaching.
3. Canberra Half Ironman (14 Dec) early entries close 28 Nov 08. Already three NTers entered.
4. Pro triathlete Ali Fitch heads back to USA this week to kick off her next Ironman campaign. Good luck Ali!
5. It's great to see so many people out there training at the moment. A number are recovering from recent bouts of the flu. Ouch, I can relate to that.
6. Mick Outhred had to wait for a funeral to pass in the middle of his ride in the Lombok International Triathlon. It's billed as the toughest triathlon in Asia and appears it lives up to its name. Many of the dns' on the results list took one look at the bike course and opted out.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you avoid puddles because you don't want to get your bike dirty.
... you are very happy to sit around in training gear
... you are disappointed that airfares to your favourite event destinations always seem to go up just as you decide to book.
Triathlon 3 x the fun (except in duathlon season)
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Ok, it's official - the venue has been confirmed for our next event. Please also note changes to event distance.
RESULTS:
1. Power Station Extra Sprint - WA
Greg Kahl 8th M20-29 1.50.25
2. Lombok International Triathlon - 1.8/55/12
Male: 1 James Easson (UK) 3.24.30; 2 Mick Outhred 3.27.52 Female: 1 Agnes Safford 4.36.20
3. Port Macquarie Half Ironman - 1.9/90/21.1
Male: 1 Cameron Watt 4.01.53 Female: 1 Charlotte Paul 4.36.28
4. Ironman 70.3 World Championships, Clearwater - 1.9/90/21.1 (correction)
Male: 1 Terenzo Bozzone 3.40.10 Female: 1 Joanna Zeiger 4.02.48
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 23 Nov 08
Duathlon Race 2 (Inc. NT Duathlon Championships)
Howard Springs
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
Roster:
Race Director: Craig Garland 0427 771 814
Registration: Sophie Hawken / Andrew M Hall
Timekeepers: Michelle Gailey / Andrew M Hall
Fruit /Ice: Kyle Gear
Note:
1. In a change from the published calendar the 10km run, 40km bike, 5km run distance was dropped by Triathlon NT.
2. The venue has now been confirmed as Howard Springs Nature Park.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: Cycle Zone's "bling" of the week: Check out the latest in swim technology.........The Blueseventy pointzero3 swim skins are in stock now. Kyle was born with one!!! http://www.blueseventy.com/products/detail/pointzero31
Also in stock now the latest range of Oakley performance sunglasses.........check them out at http://oakley.com.au/sport_performance
2. FOR SALE: New DTC Ladies Tri Suit XS $155 - Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
3. WANTED TO BUY: Wind Trainer. Contact Ben 0438 936 282
OTHER NEWS:
1. Some Clearwater residents are up in arms after 70.3 Worlds last weekend. They are asking if the disruption to traffic is worth it & questioning the value of the event especially to those business that lose access during the race. Poor Race Directors have a lot to cope with to bring us our favourite events.
2. Lee Wilson recently travelled to Bendigo to complete a Level 2 athletics coaching course. Lee is now a qualified Level 2 Athletics (Middle and long distance running specific) coach and is able to offer DTC and runners club members specific running/technique coaching.
3. Canberra Half Ironman (14 Dec) early entries close 28 Nov 08. Already three NTers entered.
4. Pro triathlete Ali Fitch heads back to USA this week to kick off her next Ironman campaign. Good luck Ali!
5. It's great to see so many people out there training at the moment. A number are recovering from recent bouts of the flu. Ouch, I can relate to that.
6. Mick Outhred had to wait for a funeral to pass in the middle of his ride in the Lombok International Triathlon. It's billed as the toughest triathlon in Asia and appears it lives up to its name. Many of the dns' on the results list took one look at the bike course and opted out.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you avoid puddles because you don't want to get your bike dirty.
... you are very happy to sit around in training gear
... you are disappointed that airfares to your favourite event destinations always seem to go up just as you decide to book.
Triathlon 3 x the fun (except in duathlon season)
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Tuesday 11 November 2008
Robyn's E News 10 Nov 08
Hi All,
Hidden Valley saw action of a different kind yesterday. Instead of V8s there were duathletes tearing up the straight! We had a good turnout for the first of the duathlons and as usual, those with a running bent came out of the woodwork. Great to see them back. Thanks to Tim Ellison for taking over at late notice as RD. There was positive feedback on the course. Tim was assisted by some great volunteers and we extend our thanks to all.
RESULTS:
1. Darwin Triathlon Club - Duathlon Race 1 - 5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
1 Tim Ellison 1 hr 04 mins 4 secs; 2 Marcus Lisle 1.05.12; 3 Mark Anzin 1.05.55; 4 Chad Anderson 1.05.56; 5 Lee Wilson 1.06.17; 6 Dingo Hall 1.09.10; 7 Craig Garland 1.10.15; 8 Pete Brady 1.11.34; 9 Blue Watt 1.12.43; 10 David Croser 1.12.51; 11 Phil Brownscombe 1.13.10; 12 James Geddes 1.13.25; 13 Ron Griep 1.34.34; 14 Brian Gallagher 1.13.46; 15 Roger Decurtins 1.14.16; 16 Allan Stancombe 1.14.51; 17 Allan Wallace 1.15.33; 18 Mark Edmonds 1.16.10; 19 Shaye Hatty 1.16.16; 20 Tim Lewis 1.26.25; 21 Adam Richards 1.16.32; 22 Tymeka Mibus 1.18.28; 23 Aaron Collins 1.18.46; 23 Korgan Hucent 1.18.50; 24 Nicole Hahn 1.19.36; 25 Simon Cruickshank 1.20.03; 26 Simon Jeggo 1.20.11; 27 Daryl Stanley 1.21.11; 28 Kathy McKay 1.21.36; 29 Hollie Goodall 1.21.49; 30 Peta Jeggo 1.23.09; 31 Monica Stewart 1.23.29; 32 Allan Culbertson 1.24.14; 33 Jane Marie Kerslake 1.24.30; 34 Jodie McLeod 1.25.30; 35 Ethan Neaves 1.25.38; 36 Phil Blumberg 1.25.51; 37 Alexandria Bailey 1.27.49; 38 James Geddes 1.27.50; 39 Ben McCasker 1.28.25; 40 Lisa Quinell 1.28.26; 41 Leslie Thorpe 1.28.37; 42 Barry Sullivan 1.29.29; 43 Belinda Townend 1.31.11; 44 Col Smith 1.31.48; 45 Karen Lewis 1.32.32; 46 Dave Friebel 1.32.38; 47 Asha Mahasuri 1.33.48; 48 Barry Smart 1.35.20; 49 Ernie Koch 1.39.45; 50 Warren Ferrari 1.41.19; 51 Lisa Skerlarai 1.41.25; 52 Christine Friebel 1.43.19; 53 Michelle Swift 1.49.39; 54 Rob Weatherald dnf; Teams: 1 Team Alistair Donohoe/Jerome Bosmans 1.03.57; 2 Team David Crane/ Paul Sheffield 1.05.31; 3 Team Phil Hatty/Lachlan Hatty 1.33.45
1. Ironman 70.3 World Championships, Clearwater - 1.9/90/21.1
Male: Terenzo Bozzone 3.40.10 Female: 3.45.11
2. Port Macquarie Half Ironman - 1.9/90/21.1
Results not yet available.
3. Lombok International Triathlon - 1.8/55/12
2nd Overall: Mick Outhred
Official results not yet available.
JUNIORS:
Next event on the junior calendar is a triathlon 16 Nov 08 at the Ski Club.
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 23 Nov 09
Duathlon
Location to be confirmed
10km run, 40km bike, 5km run
(Short option 5/20/2.5)
Roster:
Race Director: To be confirmed (Kim in hospital)
Registration: Sophie Hawken / Andrew Hall
Timekeepers: Michelle Gailey / Andrew Hall
Fruit /Ice: Kyle Gear
UNIFORM UPDATE:
1. STITCHING: If anyone has a problem with stitching on their garments please to contact Jane Marie Jane-Marie@bigpond.com
by Wednesday 15 Nov 08.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: New DTC Mens Tri Suit - Large $155 & DTC Ladies Tri Suit XS $155 - Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
2. WANTED TO BUY: Wind Trainer. Contact Ben 0438 936 282
3. Items for this section by 8pm Tuesday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Please cast your vote at www.performerawards.com.au in The Age Sports Awards. There are various categories including the Performer of the Year, there are five other award categories – for team, coach, international, disabled and young performer of the year. It's a very easy process, the hardest part will be deciding whether you will vote for Ironman winner Craig Alexander or for Emma Snowsill for her Olympic performance. Both are finalists. Voting closes soon so please do it today.
2. We wish Kim Stevens a speedy recovery from illness. Kim is in hospital battling complications from a severe viral infection.
3. Lee Wilson recently travelled to Bendigo to complete a Level 2 athletics coaching course.
4. Paul Bell is now a TA recognised practising Level 1 Triathlon Coach.
5. The partner of a colleague of a member was found unconscious when out for a run with the dog. The only way he could be identified and his partner contacted was the phone number on the dog's tag!!! The gentleman in question spent some time in hospital and is OK now. This story is a good reminder of the need for all of us to carry ID when out training.
6. A Perth based cycling group is conducting a fundraising effort with some big prizes. Interested? See www.rideforyouth.com.au
7. Penny Nolton volunteered on the Triathlon Pink event (breast cancer charity event) down south and was completely exhausted by the end of the day – 4 races, all women. She says many very emotional! She felt like she knew what she was doing (must be that good start she got to fantastically well run races here in Darwin).
8. Michael Hennessy equalled the world record of 14 Ironman races in a calendar year with his finish in Florida. He has one more to go to break it and is doing two more after that. He dnf’d in Malaysia, boycotted China & isn’t counting Arizona from late last year, so think he’s going to end up with 17 instead of 18 as planned. Not a bad effort though and he’s no slouch either. Think his PB so far is 10:48! Michael is raising funds for charity and his entry for Port Mac this year was sponsored by club members Kylie & Paul Sheffield.
Safe training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Hidden Valley saw action of a different kind yesterday. Instead of V8s there were duathletes tearing up the straight! We had a good turnout for the first of the duathlons and as usual, those with a running bent came out of the woodwork. Great to see them back. Thanks to Tim Ellison for taking over at late notice as RD. There was positive feedback on the course. Tim was assisted by some great volunteers and we extend our thanks to all.
RESULTS:
1. Darwin Triathlon Club - Duathlon Race 1 - 5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
1 Tim Ellison 1 hr 04 mins 4 secs; 2 Marcus Lisle 1.05.12; 3 Mark Anzin 1.05.55; 4 Chad Anderson 1.05.56; 5 Lee Wilson 1.06.17; 6 Dingo Hall 1.09.10; 7 Craig Garland 1.10.15; 8 Pete Brady 1.11.34; 9 Blue Watt 1.12.43; 10 David Croser 1.12.51; 11 Phil Brownscombe 1.13.10; 12 James Geddes 1.13.25; 13 Ron Griep 1.34.34; 14 Brian Gallagher 1.13.46; 15 Roger Decurtins 1.14.16; 16 Allan Stancombe 1.14.51; 17 Allan Wallace 1.15.33; 18 Mark Edmonds 1.16.10; 19 Shaye Hatty 1.16.16; 20 Tim Lewis 1.26.25; 21 Adam Richards 1.16.32; 22 Tymeka Mibus 1.18.28; 23 Aaron Collins 1.18.46; 23 Korgan Hucent 1.18.50; 24 Nicole Hahn 1.19.36; 25 Simon Cruickshank 1.20.03; 26 Simon Jeggo 1.20.11; 27 Daryl Stanley 1.21.11; 28 Kathy McKay 1.21.36; 29 Hollie Goodall 1.21.49; 30 Peta Jeggo 1.23.09; 31 Monica Stewart 1.23.29; 32 Allan Culbertson 1.24.14; 33 Jane Marie Kerslake 1.24.30; 34 Jodie McLeod 1.25.30; 35 Ethan Neaves 1.25.38; 36 Phil Blumberg 1.25.51; 37 Alexandria Bailey 1.27.49; 38 James Geddes 1.27.50; 39 Ben McCasker 1.28.25; 40 Lisa Quinell 1.28.26; 41 Leslie Thorpe 1.28.37; 42 Barry Sullivan 1.29.29; 43 Belinda Townend 1.31.11; 44 Col Smith 1.31.48; 45 Karen Lewis 1.32.32; 46 Dave Friebel 1.32.38; 47 Asha Mahasuri 1.33.48; 48 Barry Smart 1.35.20; 49 Ernie Koch 1.39.45; 50 Warren Ferrari 1.41.19; 51 Lisa Skerlarai 1.41.25; 52 Christine Friebel 1.43.19; 53 Michelle Swift 1.49.39; 54 Rob Weatherald dnf; Teams: 1 Team Alistair Donohoe/Jerome Bosmans 1.03.57; 2 Team David Crane/ Paul Sheffield 1.05.31; 3 Team Phil Hatty/Lachlan Hatty 1.33.45
1. Ironman 70.3 World Championships, Clearwater - 1.9/90/21.1
Male: Terenzo Bozzone 3.40.10 Female: 3.45.11
2. Port Macquarie Half Ironman - 1.9/90/21.1
Results not yet available.
3. Lombok International Triathlon - 1.8/55/12
2nd Overall: Mick Outhred
Official results not yet available.
JUNIORS:
Next event on the junior calendar is a triathlon 16 Nov 08 at the Ski Club.
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 23 Nov 09
Duathlon
Location to be confirmed
10km run, 40km bike, 5km run
(Short option 5/20/2.5)
Roster:
Race Director: To be confirmed (Kim in hospital)
Registration: Sophie Hawken / Andrew Hall
Timekeepers: Michelle Gailey / Andrew Hall
Fruit /Ice: Kyle Gear
UNIFORM UPDATE:
1. STITCHING: If anyone has a problem with stitching on their garments please to contact Jane Marie Jane-Marie@bigpond.com
by Wednesday 15 Nov 08.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: New DTC Mens Tri Suit - Large $155 & DTC Ladies Tri Suit XS $155 - Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com
2. WANTED TO BUY: Wind Trainer. Contact Ben 0438 936 282
3. Items for this section by 8pm Tuesday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Please cast your vote at www.performerawards.com.au in The Age Sports Awards. There are various categories including the Performer of the Year, there are five other award categories – for team, coach, international, disabled and young performer of the year. It's a very easy process, the hardest part will be deciding whether you will vote for Ironman winner Craig Alexander or for Emma Snowsill for her Olympic performance. Both are finalists. Voting closes soon so please do it today.
2. We wish Kim Stevens a speedy recovery from illness. Kim is in hospital battling complications from a severe viral infection.
3. Lee Wilson recently travelled to Bendigo to complete a Level 2 athletics coaching course.
4. Paul Bell is now a TA recognised practising Level 1 Triathlon Coach.
5. The partner of a colleague of a member was found unconscious when out for a run with the dog. The only way he could be identified and his partner contacted was the phone number on the dog's tag!!! The gentleman in question spent some time in hospital and is OK now. This story is a good reminder of the need for all of us to carry ID when out training.
6. A Perth based cycling group is conducting a fundraising effort with some big prizes. Interested? See www.rideforyouth.com.au
7. Penny Nolton volunteered on the Triathlon Pink event (breast cancer charity event) down south and was completely exhausted by the end of the day – 4 races, all women. She says many very emotional! She felt like she knew what she was doing (must be that good start she got to fantastically well run races here in Darwin).
8. Michael Hennessy equalled the world record of 14 Ironman races in a calendar year with his finish in Florida. He has one more to go to break it and is doing two more after that. He dnf’d in Malaysia, boycotted China & isn’t counting Arizona from late last year, so think he’s going to end up with 17 instead of 18 as planned. Not a bad effort though and he’s no slouch either. Think his PB so far is 10:48! Michael is raising funds for charity and his entry for Port Mac this year was sponsored by club members Kylie & Paul Sheffield.
Safe training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Wednesday 5 November 2008
Robyn's E News - 5 Nov 08
Hi All,
The rain has freshened things up. Darwin looks so much nicer when it's green.
RESULTS:
1. Noosa Triathlon - 1.5/40/10
Jack Pennington M30-34 28th 2.16.38
Angelika Hannon F45-49 25th 2.55.53
Brian Hannon M45-49 169th 3.09.50
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 9 November 08
Duathlon
Hidden Valley
7am (registration closes 6.45am)
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
Roster:
Race Director: Tim Ellison 8928 0039
Registration: Jodie McLeod / David McLeod
Timekeeping: Grant Preddy / Sandra Yee
Fruit / Ice: Peta Jeggo
Notes:
1. Suggest packing insect repellent - the biteys can be ferocious at times.
CLUB UNIFORM (LAST DAY FOR RETURNS)
1. Due to problems with the sizing of some of the women's one & two piece bathers (different lycra used) you may have arranged to return these items to be replaced by the manufacturer. Please note that the last date for returns is Wednesday 5 Nov 08. Please ensure you have returned items to myself, Jodie McLeod or Jane Marie Kerslake TODAY. No returns will be accepted after today.
2. This applies only to those items mentioned.
3. The new uniforms look great. The colours stand out and will be easy to spot at races. Nice budgie colours.
4. Let us know if you spot a DTC uniform (new or old) at an away race. If you can get a photo even better.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. Items for this section by 8pm Sunday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. You may wonder why we get a bit anal sometimes about rules of triathlon & reminding you all to stop at red lights & obey traffic rules. This from Legal Radar blog dated 2 Nov 08: " In the beginning of this year, a Montgomery County Jury awarded $350,000 to a woman involved in a crash that killed a bicyclist during a Blacksburg triathlon in the year 2000. Sharon Knight, a resident of the town had filed a lawsuit against the town and the director of the third annual Greater Blacksburg Triathlon, alleging that they had failed to warn passing vehicles that they were entering a race area. Gary Wayne Taylor, a participant of the race, crashed into Knight after passing through a red light. Knight tried to swerve away but couldn’t avoid a collision. She had initially asked for $750,000 in damages for emotional trauma and damage to her car. A jury awarded $500,000 in damages to Taylor's family in a 2002 verdict after finding that the town and Biancur were negligent in organizing the race.
The town, which sponsored the event, stated that they had asked all participants to follow traffic rules and signs before the competition began.
Beverly Biancur, the director of the race is no longer an employee of the town."
2. Hawaii Ironman champion Craig Alexander was at the Noosa triathlon last weekend. He joined retired triathletes Craig Walton and Miles Stewart in a relay team that won a celebrity race.
3. From IM Florida reports of a new low for triathlon cheats, apparently there was a guy heading into the swim acting strangely, as in keeping his hand in the water as he walked. When a wave rolled by it revealed he was trying to conceal the fins he was carrying. There is a photo around I believe. The good part is a swim marshall also noticed. The guy was allowed to start the race without them but lets hope there is some follow up. Imagine getting whacked in the face by a set of fins!
4. If you wish to do the Steps of Evolution race the Darwin Surf Club is conducting (entry form was attached to Monday's E News) I suggest you get your form & entry fee to Julie Gallagher asap. Numbers are limited and interest is high - 33 stories high.
5. The first of the duathlons happens at Hidden Valley raceway on Sunday morning. We expect to see some fast and furious racing especially from those runners who aren't normally that keen on getting wet in the swim/bike/run format.
6. Good to see the pot hole at the entrance to the Lee Point carpark has been filled in while I was away. Now if we could only get Lake Bennett to do the same to the one on their roundabout....
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
...you are researching the merits of racing in compression socks
...you have lost yet another toe nail
...your shoes have more kilometres on them than your car does
See you all at Hidden Valley raceway
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
The rain has freshened things up. Darwin looks so much nicer when it's green.
RESULTS:
1. Noosa Triathlon - 1.5/40/10
Jack Pennington M30-34 28th 2.16.38
Angelika Hannon F45-49 25th 2.55.53
Brian Hannon M45-49 169th 3.09.50
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 9 November 08
Duathlon
Hidden Valley
7am (registration closes 6.45am)
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
Roster:
Race Director: Tim Ellison 8928 0039
Registration: Jodie McLeod / David McLeod
Timekeeping: Grant Preddy / Sandra Yee
Fruit / Ice: Peta Jeggo
Notes:
1. Suggest packing insect repellent - the biteys can be ferocious at times.
CLUB UNIFORM (LAST DAY FOR RETURNS)
1. Due to problems with the sizing of some of the women's one & two piece bathers (different lycra used) you may have arranged to return these items to be replaced by the manufacturer. Please note that the last date for returns is Wednesday 5 Nov 08. Please ensure you have returned items to myself, Jodie McLeod or Jane Marie Kerslake TODAY. No returns will be accepted after today.
2. This applies only to those items mentioned.
3. The new uniforms look great. The colours stand out and will be easy to spot at races. Nice budgie colours.
4. Let us know if you spot a DTC uniform (new or old) at an away race. If you can get a photo even better.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. Items for this section by 8pm Sunday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. You may wonder why we get a bit anal sometimes about rules of triathlon & reminding you all to stop at red lights & obey traffic rules. This from Legal Radar blog dated 2 Nov 08: " In the beginning of this year, a Montgomery County Jury awarded $350,000 to a woman involved in a crash that killed a bicyclist during a Blacksburg triathlon in the year 2000. Sharon Knight, a resident of the town had filed a lawsuit against the town and the director of the third annual Greater Blacksburg Triathlon, alleging that they had failed to warn passing vehicles that they were entering a race area. Gary Wayne Taylor, a participant of the race, crashed into Knight after passing through a red light. Knight tried to swerve away but couldn’t avoid a collision. She had initially asked for $750,000 in damages for emotional trauma and damage to her car. A jury awarded $500,000 in damages to Taylor's family in a 2002 verdict after finding that the town and Biancur were negligent in organizing the race.
The town, which sponsored the event, stated that they had asked all participants to follow traffic rules and signs before the competition began.
Beverly Biancur, the director of the race is no longer an employee of the town."
2. Hawaii Ironman champion Craig Alexander was at the Noosa triathlon last weekend. He joined retired triathletes Craig Walton and Miles Stewart in a relay team that won a celebrity race.
3. From IM Florida reports of a new low for triathlon cheats, apparently there was a guy heading into the swim acting strangely, as in keeping his hand in the water as he walked. When a wave rolled by it revealed he was trying to conceal the fins he was carrying. There is a photo around I believe. The good part is a swim marshall also noticed. The guy was allowed to start the race without them but lets hope there is some follow up. Imagine getting whacked in the face by a set of fins!
4. If you wish to do the Steps of Evolution race the Darwin Surf Club is conducting (entry form was attached to Monday's E News) I suggest you get your form & entry fee to Julie Gallagher asap. Numbers are limited and interest is high - 33 stories high.
5. The first of the duathlons happens at Hidden Valley raceway on Sunday morning. We expect to see some fast and furious racing especially from those runners who aren't normally that keen on getting wet in the swim/bike/run format.
6. Good to see the pot hole at the entrance to the Lee Point carpark has been filled in while I was away. Now if we could only get Lake Bennett to do the same to the one on their roundabout....
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
...you are researching the merits of racing in compression socks
...you have lost yet another toe nail
...your shoes have more kilometres on them than your car does
See you all at Hidden Valley raceway
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Monday 3 November 2008
Robyn's E News - 3 Nov 08
Hi All,
Those of you who were at Nightcliff Pool yesterday morning will have been inspired by the enthusiasm of the many youngsters competing. The kids (and bikes) came in all sizes. Some of the juniors were very new, others are now very experienced and have their transitions down pat. The junior committee is to be congratulated on their efforts to secure sponsorship for this season. Jerome's donation also went a long way to providing extras to encourage the kids. Thanks to all concerned, the juniors are off to a flying start this season.
RESULTS:
1. Ironman Florida - 3.8/180/42.2
Male: Tom Evans 8.07.59 Female: Bella Comerford 9.07.48
2. Noosa Triathlon - 1.5/40/10
Male: Courtney Atkinson 1.46.38 Female: Emma Snowsill 1.59.39
Noosa results aren't user friendly at the moment, I'll update for our members next E News.
3. Beach2Battleship - 3.8/180/42.2
Male: Bjarne Moller 8.47.25 Female: Sara Tussay 10.12.56
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 9 November 08
Duathlon
Hidden Valley
7am
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
Roster:
Race Director: Tim Ellison 8928 0039
Registration: Jodie McLeod / David McLeod
Timekeeping: Grant Preddy / Sandra Yee
Fruit / Ice: Peta Jeggo
CLUB UNIFORM
1. Due to problems with the sizing of some of the women's one & two piece bathers (different lycra used) you may have arranged to swap these items. Please note that the last date for returns is Wednesday 6 Nov 08. Please ensure you have returned items to myself, Jodie McLeod or Jane Marie Kerslake by Wednesday. No returns will be accepted after that date.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE RACE WHEELS: Zipp 606 clincher wheel set(tyres and tubes). Complete with tyres,tubes and Shimano 10 speed cassette. The wheels have been used as demo wheels only. New $3500 Sell $1500. Contact Aaron at CycleZone 8981 4436
2. FOR SALE: Bontrager Aeolus 5.0 clincher wheel set. Brand new with tyres and tubes. They have come off a new bike. Check them out http://bontrager.com/model/06328/en New price $3299 Sell $2200 Either wheelset will knock 30 to 60 seconds off your run time!!! Confused ask Aaron how!! Contact Aaron at Cycle Zone 8981 4436
3. WANTED: MTB - reasonable condition & price. Contact Michelle 0414 513 375
4. FOR SALE - Avanti tri bike suitable for small person $500 call Rob on 8942 0378 or 0447 641 926
OTHER NEWS:
1. Darwin Surf Lifesaving Club is having a fundraiser with a difference - The Steps Of Evolution - run up the 33 stories of the Evolution building & have drinks at the penthouse! Numbers are limited so you need to get your entry form & fee in quick. Entry form attached.
2. The date for the DORC mountain bike skills and drills day has finally been set! This will be a fun opportunity for members and non-members to meet and learn a few skills in handling a mountain bike, followed by a practise ride together. Don't forget to register for this event, here are the
details: Sunday - 9 Nov 08 Basic MTB Skills Course at Lee Point. 4:00PM (Start) - 6:30PM Basic Skills This is a basic practical Mountain Bike (MTB) skills course. The course will focus on some of the core techniques all riders should aim to master to improve their MTBing. If you're planning to attend the course you need to register on www.dorc.com.au by the 6 November. Course will be free for DORC members and $10 (participation license ($5) + small fee) for non members. Turn up with your bike and all your gear ready to ride at the Lee Point Picnic Area.
3. And those of you who have a bent for MTBing may be interested in the Anaconda MTB Enduro in Alice Springs - 25-29 May 09. Further info: www.rapidascent.com
4. Next dry season is going to be chock a block with events, choices will have to be made! The Arafura Games Triathlon the most important event of course, so pencil that in for 10 May 09 and work anything else around that.
5. The practice session for members at Hidden Valley on Saturday morning was well utilised.
6. If you saw the NT News headline - Croc in City Lake - and didn't actually read the article, you may have thought Lake Alex is out of bounds. The croc was actually sighted at Marlows Lagoon.
7. Photos from yesterday's junior triathlon have been posted to Flickr (link below or through club website).
9. At the recent Triathlon Australia AGM, Anthony Beven was re elected to the Board for another term. Congratulations AB.
10. An interesting enticement to enter Mooloolaba from USM website: Enter the 2009 Mooloolaba Triathlon before 1st February and receive one week early entry into the 2009 Noosa Tri.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you get kicked in the face & your goggles come off & you are treading water trying to get them back on while people hit you - you remember you paid good money to do this.
... you walk around race expos looking for free stuff
... you can cope with standing in lines (for registration, for carbo dinner line, for bike check in, for body marking, for bag drop off, for chip check, for porta loo, etc etc)
Safe Training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Those of you who were at Nightcliff Pool yesterday morning will have been inspired by the enthusiasm of the many youngsters competing. The kids (and bikes) came in all sizes. Some of the juniors were very new, others are now very experienced and have their transitions down pat. The junior committee is to be congratulated on their efforts to secure sponsorship for this season. Jerome's donation also went a long way to providing extras to encourage the kids. Thanks to all concerned, the juniors are off to a flying start this season.
RESULTS:
1. Ironman Florida - 3.8/180/42.2
Male: Tom Evans 8.07.59 Female: Bella Comerford 9.07.48
2. Noosa Triathlon - 1.5/40/10
Male: Courtney Atkinson 1.46.38 Female: Emma Snowsill 1.59.39
Noosa results aren't user friendly at the moment, I'll update for our members next E News.
3. Beach2Battleship - 3.8/180/42.2
Male: Bjarne Moller 8.47.25 Female: Sara Tussay 10.12.56
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 9 November 08
Duathlon
Hidden Valley
7am
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
Roster:
Race Director: Tim Ellison 8928 0039
Registration: Jodie McLeod / David McLeod
Timekeeping: Grant Preddy / Sandra Yee
Fruit / Ice: Peta Jeggo
CLUB UNIFORM
1. Due to problems with the sizing of some of the women's one & two piece bathers (different lycra used) you may have arranged to swap these items. Please note that the last date for returns is Wednesday 6 Nov 08. Please ensure you have returned items to myself, Jodie McLeod or Jane Marie Kerslake by Wednesday. No returns will be accepted after that date.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE RACE WHEELS: Zipp 606 clincher wheel set(tyres and tubes). Complete with tyres,tubes and Shimano 10 speed cassette. The wheels have been used as demo wheels only. New $3500 Sell $1500. Contact Aaron at CycleZone 8981 4436
2. FOR SALE: Bontrager Aeolus 5.0 clincher wheel set. Brand new with tyres and tubes. They have come off a new bike. Check them out http://bontrager.com/model/06328/en New price $3299 Sell $2200 Either wheelset will knock 30 to 60 seconds off your run time!!! Confused ask Aaron how!! Contact Aaron at Cycle Zone 8981 4436
3. WANTED: MTB - reasonable condition & price. Contact Michelle 0414 513 375
4. FOR SALE - Avanti tri bike suitable for small person $500 call Rob on 8942 0378 or 0447 641 926
OTHER NEWS:
1. Darwin Surf Lifesaving Club is having a fundraiser with a difference - The Steps Of Evolution - run up the 33 stories of the Evolution building & have drinks at the penthouse! Numbers are limited so you need to get your entry form & fee in quick. Entry form attached.
2. The date for the DORC mountain bike skills and drills day has finally been set! This will be a fun opportunity for members and non-members to meet and learn a few skills in handling a mountain bike, followed by a practise ride together. Don't forget to register for this event, here are the
details: Sunday - 9 Nov 08 Basic MTB Skills Course at Lee Point. 4:00PM (Start) - 6:30PM Basic Skills This is a basic practical Mountain Bike (MTB) skills course. The course will focus on some of the core techniques all riders should aim to master to improve their MTBing. If you're planning to attend the course you need to register on www.dorc.com.au by the 6 November. Course will be free for DORC members and $10 (participation license ($5) + small fee) for non members. Turn up with your bike and all your gear ready to ride at the Lee Point Picnic Area.
3. And those of you who have a bent for MTBing may be interested in the Anaconda MTB Enduro in Alice Springs - 25-29 May 09. Further info: www.rapidascent.com
4. Next dry season is going to be chock a block with events, choices will have to be made! The Arafura Games Triathlon the most important event of course, so pencil that in for 10 May 09 and work anything else around that.
5. The practice session for members at Hidden Valley on Saturday morning was well utilised.
6. If you saw the NT News headline - Croc in City Lake - and didn't actually read the article, you may have thought Lake Alex is out of bounds. The croc was actually sighted at Marlows Lagoon.
7. Photos from yesterday's junior triathlon have been posted to Flickr (link below or through club website).
9. At the recent Triathlon Australia AGM, Anthony Beven was re elected to the Board for another term. Congratulations AB.
10. An interesting enticement to enter Mooloolaba from USM website: Enter the 2009 Mooloolaba Triathlon before 1st February and receive one week early entry into the 2009 Noosa Tri.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you get kicked in the face & your goggles come off & you are treading water trying to get them back on while people hit you - you remember you paid good money to do this.
... you walk around race expos looking for free stuff
... you can cope with standing in lines (for registration, for carbo dinner line, for bike check in, for body marking, for bag drop off, for chip check, for porta loo, etc etc)
Safe Training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Thursday 30 October 2008
Robyn's E News 29 Oct 08
Hi All,
The "silly season" round of social engagements has started for many of us already. Please pencil in 21 Nov 08 for Christmas Drinks with your fellow club members (venue & time to be announced shortly).
Our appeal for names of members with current Austswim or bronze medallion quals met with a resounding silence. This is now urgent. Can you help. Please see Committee News section.
RESULTS:
1. Huatulco World Cup - 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run
Male: Kris Gemmell (NZL) 2.03.23 Female: Sam Warriner (NZL) 2.14.02
2. 2008 World Cup Champions
Male: Javier Gomez (ESP) Female: Sam Warriner (NZL)
3. 2008 XTERRA World Championships, Maui, Hawaii - 1.5km swim, 30km mtb, 10kkm run
Male: Ruben Ruzafa (ESP) 2.37.36 Female: Julie Diebens (GBR) 3.03.57
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 9 November 08
Duathlon
Hidden Valley
7am
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
Roster:
Race Director: Tim Ellison 8928 0039
Registration: Jodie McLeod / David McLeod
Timekeeping: Grant Preddy / Sandra Yee
Fruit / Ice: Peta Jeggo
JUNIORS:
Sunday 2 Nov 08
Registration opens 7am
Nightcliff Pool
Triathlon
COMMITTEE NEWS:
1. NEEDED URGENTLY: As part of pool hire process for upcoming events (senior and junior races on the 2 Nov, 6 Dec, 10 Jan and 1 Feb) we require the names of two people to put on the application for hiring the pool.
Persons listed must have a bronze medallion or be an Austswim teacher. If you have current quals please help here and forward your name and a copy of your qualification to darwintriclub@bigpond.com .
2. HIDDEN VALLEY TRAINING: The Hidden Valley track has been booked & paid for by the Club for a practice/training session on Saturday 1 Nov from 6.30am – 8.30am and Monday 3 Nov from 5.30pm until 7.30pm. This is a great opportunity to familiarise yourself with the track in preparation for the Duathlon on 9 Nov 08.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE - Avanti tri bike suitable for small person $500 call Rob on 8942 0378 or 0447 641 926
2. Items for this section by Sunday 8pm please
OTHER NEWS:
1. Participants gain entry into the Ford Ironman World Championship one of three ways: by qualifying for a slot at one of more than twenty events held worldwide, by winning a slot through Ironman’s charitable eBay Auction or by being selected in the Ironman Lottery. Recognized as one of the most in-demand athletic events in the world, nearly 60,000 athletes vie for one of 1,800 coveted slots to the Ford Ironman World Championship, taking place in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, each year.
2. The 2009 Ironman Lottery Program officially opened on Wednesday, October 1 at 12:00 p.m. EST. Athletes interested in earning a slot through the Ironman Lottery must apply by Saturday, February 28, 2009 with all winning entries being announced on Wednesday, April 15, 2009. A vision of Ironman founder, John Collins, the Ironman Lottery began in 1983 as a way to provide athletes of all abilities the opportunity to qualify for the world’s most challenging endurance event. The Ironman Lottery awards 150 domestic (USA), 50 international and 5 physically challenged slots that are chosen randomly from more than 7,000 lottery entries. More info: www.ironman.com/faq/lotteryfaq
3. Club Champion Jerome Bosmans will be on hand at the junior event on Sunday to assist with distribution of packs to the kids. Jerome made a donation from his NT Sports Award prize to assist with the purchasing of some great gear for the juniors. A grant from Woolworths has also helped. Congratulations to the junior committee on the flying start to the season. The program continues to improve and registration day attracted around 60 youngsters, many of whom were returning for another season. We encourage you all to call in on Sunday and assist with the junior event. If you are out training, also swing past .. the kids love to see all the "flash" grown up tri toys.
4. The XTERRA course at Maui, Hawaii is a classic point-to-point race covering 27-miles of unyielding terrain. Conditions change radically from year-to-year, diminishing the advantage to repeat competitors and perpetuating the course's stature as the most intimidating in the series. Participants are not permitted to pre-ride the course so for newcomers, it's read and react. The bike course is full of rockstrewn paths, gnarly golf ball sized gravel, short steep and long go-forever climbs, hard packed lava and deep, dusty silt. There's more than 2,500 total feet of climbing and one can never predict how hot it might be on race day. The reputation is brutal and very well deserved. Hawaii's natural obstacles are unlike anywhere else on earth and out on the run more than a dozen different surfaces and Maui's most stunning oceanfront scenery awaits competitors. More info: www.xterraplanet.com
5. Score: Chain rings 2 Athletes 0. Mark Anzin was the latest to be attacked by those pesky little chain rings & has had to get some treatment. Good excuse for a little bit of R & R.
6. Some people are using the up and coming duathlons as an excuse to ease off the swim training. No names.
7. There are still some uniforms to be collected. Please contact Jane-Marie 0429 998 722 to arrange pickup.
8. Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championship splits are now posted to club website & some photos on the Flickr page.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN....
... you have already been to CycleZone or K9 Cycles & picked out the go faster toys you want your partner to buy you for Christmas
... you are always wet
... you hate it when your coach says "no way"
Safe training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
The "silly season" round of social engagements has started for many of us already. Please pencil in 21 Nov 08 for Christmas Drinks with your fellow club members (venue & time to be announced shortly).
Our appeal for names of members with current Austswim or bronze medallion quals met with a resounding silence. This is now urgent. Can you help. Please see Committee News section.
RESULTS:
1. Huatulco World Cup - 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run
Male: Kris Gemmell (NZL) 2.03.23 Female: Sam Warriner (NZL) 2.14.02
2. 2008 World Cup Champions
Male: Javier Gomez (ESP) Female: Sam Warriner (NZL)
3. 2008 XTERRA World Championships, Maui, Hawaii - 1.5km swim, 30km mtb, 10kkm run
Male: Ruben Ruzafa (ESP) 2.37.36 Female: Julie Diebens (GBR) 3.03.57
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 9 November 08
Duathlon
Hidden Valley
7am
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
Roster:
Race Director: Tim Ellison 8928 0039
Registration: Jodie McLeod / David McLeod
Timekeeping: Grant Preddy / Sandra Yee
Fruit / Ice: Peta Jeggo
JUNIORS:
Sunday 2 Nov 08
Registration opens 7am
Nightcliff Pool
Triathlon
COMMITTEE NEWS:
1. NEEDED URGENTLY: As part of pool hire process for upcoming events (senior and junior races on the 2 Nov, 6 Dec, 10 Jan and 1 Feb) we require the names of two people to put on the application for hiring the pool.
Persons listed must have a bronze medallion or be an Austswim teacher. If you have current quals please help here and forward your name and a copy of your qualification to darwintriclub@bigpond.com .
2. HIDDEN VALLEY TRAINING: The Hidden Valley track has been booked & paid for by the Club for a practice/training session on Saturday 1 Nov from 6.30am – 8.30am and Monday 3 Nov from 5.30pm until 7.30pm. This is a great opportunity to familiarise yourself with the track in preparation for the Duathlon on 9 Nov 08.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE - Avanti tri bike suitable for small person $500 call Rob on 8942 0378 or 0447 641 926
2. Items for this section by Sunday 8pm please
OTHER NEWS:
1. Participants gain entry into the Ford Ironman World Championship one of three ways: by qualifying for a slot at one of more than twenty events held worldwide, by winning a slot through Ironman’s charitable eBay Auction or by being selected in the Ironman Lottery. Recognized as one of the most in-demand athletic events in the world, nearly 60,000 athletes vie for one of 1,800 coveted slots to the Ford Ironman World Championship, taking place in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, each year.
2. The 2009 Ironman Lottery Program officially opened on Wednesday, October 1 at 12:00 p.m. EST. Athletes interested in earning a slot through the Ironman Lottery must apply by Saturday, February 28, 2009 with all winning entries being announced on Wednesday, April 15, 2009. A vision of Ironman founder, John Collins, the Ironman Lottery began in 1983 as a way to provide athletes of all abilities the opportunity to qualify for the world’s most challenging endurance event. The Ironman Lottery awards 150 domestic (USA), 50 international and 5 physically challenged slots that are chosen randomly from more than 7,000 lottery entries. More info: www.ironman.com/faq/lotteryfaq
3. Club Champion Jerome Bosmans will be on hand at the junior event on Sunday to assist with distribution of packs to the kids. Jerome made a donation from his NT Sports Award prize to assist with the purchasing of some great gear for the juniors. A grant from Woolworths has also helped. Congratulations to the junior committee on the flying start to the season. The program continues to improve and registration day attracted around 60 youngsters, many of whom were returning for another season. We encourage you all to call in on Sunday and assist with the junior event. If you are out training, also swing past .. the kids love to see all the "flash" grown up tri toys.
4. The XTERRA course at Maui, Hawaii is a classic point-to-point race covering 27-miles of unyielding terrain. Conditions change radically from year-to-year, diminishing the advantage to repeat competitors and perpetuating the course's stature as the most intimidating in the series. Participants are not permitted to pre-ride the course so for newcomers, it's read and react. The bike course is full of rockstrewn paths, gnarly golf ball sized gravel, short steep and long go-forever climbs, hard packed lava and deep, dusty silt. There's more than 2,500 total feet of climbing and one can never predict how hot it might be on race day. The reputation is brutal and very well deserved. Hawaii's natural obstacles are unlike anywhere else on earth and out on the run more than a dozen different surfaces and Maui's most stunning oceanfront scenery awaits competitors. More info: www.xterraplanet.com
5. Score: Chain rings 2 Athletes 0. Mark Anzin was the latest to be attacked by those pesky little chain rings & has had to get some treatment. Good excuse for a little bit of R & R.
6. Some people are using the up and coming duathlons as an excuse to ease off the swim training. No names.
7. There are still some uniforms to be collected. Please contact Jane-Marie 0429 998 722 to arrange pickup.
8. Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championship splits are now posted to club website & some photos on the Flickr page.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN....
... you have already been to CycleZone or K9 Cycles & picked out the go faster toys you want your partner to buy you for Christmas
... you are always wet
... you hate it when your coach says "no way"
Safe training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Robyn's E News 27 Oct 08
Hi All,
The Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships got underway in hot conditions at Lake Bennett. Luckily a pleasant breeze arrived in time to cool things down for back markers on the run. Race Director Ian Norton set a new bench mark ... Ian arranged for sponges soaked in ice water to be available & these were given a resounding thumbs up by competitors. Ian was supported by a crew of volunteers who worked many hours to have the best possible course marked out for the Club Champs. Thanks to Ian and helpers, your efforts were appreciated by all.
RESULTS:
1. Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships - 1/30/8
Champions: Jerome Bosmans & Nikki Roddie
1 Jerome Bosmans 1 hr 33 mins 52 secs; 2 Tim Ellison 1.38.31; 3 Mick Outhred 1.40.27; 4 Team Crane/Thyne 1.43.44; 5 Scott Bevis 1.45.21; 6 Blue Watt 1.51.54; 7 Rob Brooks 1.52.00; 8 Nikki Roddie 1.53.49; 9 Damien Brown 1.54.00; 10 Pete Brady 1.55.21; 11 Phil Brownscombe 1.57.22; 12 John Thyne 1.59.22; 13 Jodie McLeod 2.02.52; 14 Belinda Birk 2.03.08; 15 David Croser 2.04.05; 16 Jane-Marie Kerslake 2.04.48; 17 Monica Stewart 2.05.11; 18 Phil Hatty 2.05.26; 19 Alison Croser 2.06.06; 20 Shaye Hatty 2.06.06; 21 Simon Jeggo 2.06.18; 22 Rosie Sullivan 2.06.58; 23 Peta Jeggo 2.11.02; 24 Michael Nyhuis 2.15.24; 25 Mark Anzin dnf; 26 David McLeod dnf; 27 Jack Pennington dnf; 28 Amanda Donohoe dnf.
Short Option - 500/15/4
1 Rob Wetherald 49 mins 40 secs; 2 Craig Garland 53.07; 3 Allan Stancombe 56.03; 4 Alistair Donohoe 56.41; 5 Brian Gallagher 57.22; 6 Paul Sheffield 58.04; 7 Tim Lewis 58.18; 8 Daryl Stanley 59.49; 9 Nicole Hahn 59.55; 10 Alexandria Bailey 1.04.17; 11 Emma Winterflood 1.05.27; 12 Stuart Taylor 1.06.28; 13 Elena Caboni 1.07.26; 14 Barry Sullivan 1.08.19; 15 Leon Skiba 1.08.20; 16 Asha Mahasuri 1.11.51; 17 Team Rose/Peter Stephens 1.11.59; 18 Col Smith 1.15.16
NEXT EVENT:
1. JUNIORS - 2 November 08, Triathlon, Nightcliff Pool
2. SENIORS
Sunday 9 November 08
Duathlon
Hidden Valley
7am
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
Roster:
Race Director: To be confirmed
Registration: Jodie McLeod / David McLeod
Timekeeping: Grant Preddy / Sandra Yee
Fruit / Ice: Peta Jeggo
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE - Avanti tri bike suitable for small person $500 call ph 8942 0378 or 0447 641 926
2. Items for this section by tomorrow 8pm please
OTHER NEWS:
1. NT Govt is conducting free workshops for coaches, managers & board members. They will cover areas of sports mentoring, assessment, analysis, volunteer management, sponsorship & communication techniques. The Sports Development Workshop is Sunday 2 Nov 08 9-3pm at CDU and the Advanced Mentoring Workshop on Monday 3 Nov 08 9-3pm. Booking essential, places limited. Further info & bookings Sam Gibson 8982 2328
2. Most of the club uniforms have been distributed. If you are still to receive your order, please contact Jane-Marie 0429 998 722 to arrange pickup.
3. We have a few members heading for Noosa including Jack Pennington, Brian Hannon & Angelika Hannon. Good luck all. Anyone else??
4. Short edition today, time challenged.
Safe training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
The Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships got underway in hot conditions at Lake Bennett. Luckily a pleasant breeze arrived in time to cool things down for back markers on the run. Race Director Ian Norton set a new bench mark ... Ian arranged for sponges soaked in ice water to be available & these were given a resounding thumbs up by competitors. Ian was supported by a crew of volunteers who worked many hours to have the best possible course marked out for the Club Champs. Thanks to Ian and helpers, your efforts were appreciated by all.
RESULTS:
1. Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships - 1/30/8
Champions: Jerome Bosmans & Nikki Roddie
1 Jerome Bosmans 1 hr 33 mins 52 secs; 2 Tim Ellison 1.38.31; 3 Mick Outhred 1.40.27; 4 Team Crane/Thyne 1.43.44; 5 Scott Bevis 1.45.21; 6 Blue Watt 1.51.54; 7 Rob Brooks 1.52.00; 8 Nikki Roddie 1.53.49; 9 Damien Brown 1.54.00; 10 Pete Brady 1.55.21; 11 Phil Brownscombe 1.57.22; 12 John Thyne 1.59.22; 13 Jodie McLeod 2.02.52; 14 Belinda Birk 2.03.08; 15 David Croser 2.04.05; 16 Jane-Marie Kerslake 2.04.48; 17 Monica Stewart 2.05.11; 18 Phil Hatty 2.05.26; 19 Alison Croser 2.06.06; 20 Shaye Hatty 2.06.06; 21 Simon Jeggo 2.06.18; 22 Rosie Sullivan 2.06.58; 23 Peta Jeggo 2.11.02; 24 Michael Nyhuis 2.15.24; 25 Mark Anzin dnf; 26 David McLeod dnf; 27 Jack Pennington dnf; 28 Amanda Donohoe dnf.
Short Option - 500/15/4
1 Rob Wetherald 49 mins 40 secs; 2 Craig Garland 53.07; 3 Allan Stancombe 56.03; 4 Alistair Donohoe 56.41; 5 Brian Gallagher 57.22; 6 Paul Sheffield 58.04; 7 Tim Lewis 58.18; 8 Daryl Stanley 59.49; 9 Nicole Hahn 59.55; 10 Alexandria Bailey 1.04.17; 11 Emma Winterflood 1.05.27; 12 Stuart Taylor 1.06.28; 13 Elena Caboni 1.07.26; 14 Barry Sullivan 1.08.19; 15 Leon Skiba 1.08.20; 16 Asha Mahasuri 1.11.51; 17 Team Rose/Peter Stephens 1.11.59; 18 Col Smith 1.15.16
NEXT EVENT:
1. JUNIORS - 2 November 08, Triathlon, Nightcliff Pool
2. SENIORS
Sunday 9 November 08
Duathlon
Hidden Valley
7am
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run
Roster:
Race Director: To be confirmed
Registration: Jodie McLeod / David McLeod
Timekeeping: Grant Preddy / Sandra Yee
Fruit / Ice: Peta Jeggo
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE - Avanti tri bike suitable for small person $500 call ph 8942 0378 or 0447 641 926
2. Items for this section by tomorrow 8pm please
OTHER NEWS:
1. NT Govt is conducting free workshops for coaches, managers & board members. They will cover areas of sports mentoring, assessment, analysis, volunteer management, sponsorship & communication techniques. The Sports Development Workshop is Sunday 2 Nov 08 9-3pm at CDU and the Advanced Mentoring Workshop on Monday 3 Nov 08 9-3pm. Booking essential, places limited. Further info & bookings Sam Gibson 8982 2328
2. Most of the club uniforms have been distributed. If you are still to receive your order, please contact Jane-Marie 0429 998 722 to arrange pickup.
3. We have a few members heading for Noosa including Jack Pennington, Brian Hannon & Angelika Hannon. Good luck all. Anyone else??
4. Short edition today, time challenged.
Safe training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Sunday 26 October 2008
Robyn's E News 22 Oct 08
Hi All,
Many of you will be travelling down to Lake Bennett at the weekend. Make sure you allow plenty of travel time to arrive and set up prior to registration closing and so you can listen to the race brief as there are a number of changes this year. If you can arrive early and assist with road sweeping and set up it would be appreciated.
RESULTS:
1. Gold Coast Half Ironman - 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run
Male: David Dellow 3.58.36 Female: Lisa Marangon 4.29.33
Stu Fitch M55-59 1st 4.53.48
Ali Fitch F Pro dnf
NEXT EVENT:
Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships
Saturday 25 October 08
4.30pm start (registration closes 4.15pm sharp)
1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run (short option 500m swim, 15km bike, 4km run
Roster:
Race Director: Ian Norton 0409 283 448
Registration: John Thyne / Robyn Orchard
Timekeeping: BA Kerslake / Robyn Stanley
Fruit / Ice: Kylie Sheffield
Event Info: Please see E News 20 Oct 08 (posted to website if you have already deleted)
COMMITTEE NEWS:
1. NEEDED URGENTLY: As part of pool hire process for upcoming events (senior and junior races on the 2 Nov, 6 Dec, 10 Jan and 1 Feb) we require the names of two people to put on the application for hiring the pool.
Persons listed must have a bronze medallion or be an Austswim teacher. If you are able to assist, please forward your name and a copy of your qualification to john.thyne@ntairports.com.au .
2. HIDDEN VALLEY TRAINING: Date claimer .... The Hidden Valley track has been booked for a practice/training session on Saturday 1 Nov from 6.30am – 8.30am and Monday 3 Nov from 5.30pm until 7.30pm. This is a great opportunity to familiarise yourself with the track in preparation for the Duathlon on 9 Nov 08.
3. CLUB UNIFORMS: Most of the uniforms have been distributed. Jane-Marie will have the remaining uniforms at Lake Bennett to hand out or contact her on 0429 998 722 to arrange pickup.
FOR SALE/ WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE RACE WHEELS: Zipp 606 clincher wheel set(tyres and tubes). Complete with tyres,tubes and Shimano 10 speed cassette. The wheels have been used as demo wheels only. New $3500 Sell $1500. Contact Aaron at CycleZone 8981 4436
2. FOR SALE: Bontrager Aeolus 5.0 clincher wheel set. Brand new with tyres and tubes. They have come off a new bike. Check them out http://bontrager.com/model/06328/en New price $3299 Sell $2200 Either wheelset will knock 30 to 60 seconds off your run time!!! Confused ask Aaron how!! Contact Aaron at Cycle Zone 8981 4436
OTHER NEWS:
1. Matt King is back in Darwin to recover from injuries received in a crash during the Tour of Tasmania. Matt ended up with 25 stitches in his calf.
2. NT Police have recovered 13 stolen bicycles. Good news, except they haven't been reported stolen. I'm pretty sure most of our members would notice if their bike disappeared.
3. Triathletes head for Huatulco, Mexico this weekend for the last of the 2008 BG World Cup events.
4. Thinking about heading to Adelaide for the first of the Age Group selection events for Gold Coast? The airfares are way, way over the top at present.
5. There are a few photos posted from the junior tri last weekend. If you took any at the NT Sprint Champs or other events I'd like to get those up as well. Maybe whack on a disc and I'll collect at Lake Bennett this weekend.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you are overcommitted and don't even try to fit everything in
... you don't sweat something that is out of your control
... you can finally bring yourself to cut off that wristband
Safe training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Many of you will be travelling down to Lake Bennett at the weekend. Make sure you allow plenty of travel time to arrive and set up prior to registration closing and so you can listen to the race brief as there are a number of changes this year. If you can arrive early and assist with road sweeping and set up it would be appreciated.
RESULTS:
1. Gold Coast Half Ironman - 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run
Male: David Dellow 3.58.36 Female: Lisa Marangon 4.29.33
Stu Fitch M55-59 1st 4.53.48
Ali Fitch F Pro dnf
NEXT EVENT:
Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships
Saturday 25 October 08
4.30pm start (registration closes 4.15pm sharp)
1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run (short option 500m swim, 15km bike, 4km run
Roster:
Race Director: Ian Norton 0409 283 448
Registration: John Thyne / Robyn Orchard
Timekeeping: BA Kerslake / Robyn Stanley
Fruit / Ice: Kylie Sheffield
Event Info: Please see E News 20 Oct 08 (posted to website if you have already deleted)
COMMITTEE NEWS:
1. NEEDED URGENTLY: As part of pool hire process for upcoming events (senior and junior races on the 2 Nov, 6 Dec, 10 Jan and 1 Feb) we require the names of two people to put on the application for hiring the pool.
Persons listed must have a bronze medallion or be an Austswim teacher. If you are able to assist, please forward your name and a copy of your qualification to john.thyne@ntairports.com.au .
2. HIDDEN VALLEY TRAINING: Date claimer .... The Hidden Valley track has been booked for a practice/training session on Saturday 1 Nov from 6.30am – 8.30am and Monday 3 Nov from 5.30pm until 7.30pm. This is a great opportunity to familiarise yourself with the track in preparation for the Duathlon on 9 Nov 08.
3. CLUB UNIFORMS: Most of the uniforms have been distributed. Jane-Marie will have the remaining uniforms at Lake Bennett to hand out or contact her on 0429 998 722 to arrange pickup.
FOR SALE/ WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE RACE WHEELS: Zipp 606 clincher wheel set(tyres and tubes). Complete with tyres,tubes and Shimano 10 speed cassette. The wheels have been used as demo wheels only. New $3500 Sell $1500. Contact Aaron at CycleZone 8981 4436
2. FOR SALE: Bontrager Aeolus 5.0 clincher wheel set. Brand new with tyres and tubes. They have come off a new bike. Check them out http://bontrager.com/model/06328/en New price $3299 Sell $2200 Either wheelset will knock 30 to 60 seconds off your run time!!! Confused ask Aaron how!! Contact Aaron at Cycle Zone 8981 4436
OTHER NEWS:
1. Matt King is back in Darwin to recover from injuries received in a crash during the Tour of Tasmania. Matt ended up with 25 stitches in his calf.
2. NT Police have recovered 13 stolen bicycles. Good news, except they haven't been reported stolen. I'm pretty sure most of our members would notice if their bike disappeared.
3. Triathletes head for Huatulco, Mexico this weekend for the last of the 2008 BG World Cup events.
4. Thinking about heading to Adelaide for the first of the Age Group selection events for Gold Coast? The airfares are way, way over the top at present.
5. There are a few photos posted from the junior tri last weekend. If you took any at the NT Sprint Champs or other events I'd like to get those up as well. Maybe whack on a disc and I'll collect at Lake Bennett this weekend.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you are overcommitted and don't even try to fit everything in
... you don't sweat something that is out of your control
... you can finally bring yourself to cut off that wristband
Safe training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Tuesday 21 October 2008
Robyn's E News 20 Oct 08
Hi All,
The juniors kicked off yesterday & from all reports it was a great morning - all the kids seemed to really enjoy themselves! ( & amazingly no stacks!!) It was organised very well by all the "big kids" involved in the event and it ran very smoothly! Thanks to all the enthusiastic volunteers who encouraged & supported the next generation of triathletes through their first event of their new season.
The Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championship takes place this weekend. The move to the earlier timeslot is courtesy of the revamped calendar. This is one of the highlight events of the year and usually makes for bragging rights for months to come. The short option is also popular so we are expecting a good turn out on Saturday afternoon.
Please read the event info so you are up to speed on what is taking place. There are also a couple of calls for assistance & also a request for old carpet to cover some rough patches in transition and mount areas.
RESULTS:
1. Alice Springs Masters Games Triathlon
Short Course:
Aileen Kollasch F70-74 1st 1.25.02
Long Course:
Rob Weatherald Overall Winner & M50-54 1st 1.03.33
Ron Griep M40-44 2nd 1.06.02
Helen Bretten F40-44 1st 1.17.10
Wayne Fielder M50-54 6th 1.25.37
2. Alice Springs Masters Mile
Male: 8th Rob Weatherald 5.33; 13th Ron Griep 5.53
Female: 4th Rose Stephens 6.22
3. Alice Springs Masters Games 10km Run
Rose Stephens F45-49 3rd 48.26
4. Melbourne Marathon
Shaye Hatty 14th F35-39 3.29.26
Louise Ogden 104th F40-44 4.43.20
5. Melbourne Half Marathon
Caine Warburton 6th M2024 1.17.23
David Croser 35th M35-39 1.28.12
Alison Croser 12th F40-44 1.39.35
NEXT EVENT:
Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships
Saturday 25 October 08
4.30pm start (registration closes 4.15pm sharp)
1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run (short option 500m swim, 15km bike, 4km run
Roster:
Race Director: Ian Norton 0409 283 448
Registration: John Thyne / Robyn Orchard
Timekeeping: BA Kerslake / Robyn Stanley
Fruit / Ice: Volunteer Required
Event Info:
I hope you are all ready for one of our most challenging, but fun races of the year.
Lake Bennett Resort is approx 90km from Darwin so please allow extra travelling time. Registration closes 4.15pm, not registered, no race. It is also too far to dash home for forgotten items, so check your gear before leaving (swim cap, goggles, helmet, cycle shoes, running shoes, etc).
The Resort has blocked out some accommodation for us. Contact number 8976 0960 (mention you want triathlon rate). Should you wish to eat at the restaurant on Saturday evening, table bookings are requested by Thursday morning on 8976 0960.
In the past people have commented on the taste of the water at Lake Bennett. If you think you may have a problem, consider bringing water with you to use.
It will be hot so don't forget the sunscreen. Flies are also sticky so add aeroguard to the list. And being that time of year, consider the possibility of rain as well.
Transition looks like being in the same place as last year. RD would like to cover some rough spots, so if anyone has any old carpet they can spare or loan, (especially runners or mats), please contact RD Ian Norton 0409 283 448. Competitors would be appreciative as there is a lot of rock and gravel, with fairly poor grass cover.
Some sections of the entrance area will need to be swept. If you can bring a heavy duty broom and help out with this task please let Ian know or "just do it".
Race start at 4.30pm, both short and long course will head off together this year, but swim will be one lap instead of two. (This is to allow for a safer bike course due to a changed turn around site). The lake is in good condition, still fairly cool, water level not bad.
Bike will be nearer to 30km than last year! With the turn around 1 km past transition. The road is better condition than normal, but still bumpy in places. Use zipps etc. at your own risk!
The run will be hot and hilly. Please make sure you are well hydrated throughout the day, and that you have prepared properly for a race this tough in build up conditions.
If you are able, we encourage you to stay on afterward. There will be the usual refreshments after the race, plus some beer courtesy of the triathlon club in appreciation of your making the trip down.
Afterward, you are all invited to BBQ afterward. Location directions from Mick Outhred or any of the committee after the race. Bring your food, drinks & chair along, BBQ available to use.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: We are down to the last few Darwin Triathlon Club towels. $25 each.
2. Items for this section by 8pm tomorrow please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Congratulations to our oldest female club member Aileen Kollasch who achieved her aim of competing in the Alice Springs Masters Games Triathlon (also her first triathlon). Great effort Aileen.
2. Rob Weatherald was overall winner of the Masters Games Triathlon. The duathlon results are somewhat difficult to follow but appears Rob also went well in that event. Well done Robbie.
3. Not long now until the Noosa Triathlon. Noosa entry sold out in record time this year.
4. Those members who competed in the NT Long Course Triathlon and the NT Sprint Distance Championships have earned points towards selection for the Australian age group team for 2009 ITU World Sprint Distance Championships (Gold Coast) and/or 2009 ITU World Long Distance Championships (Perth). Should you be interested in applying for a position on the team, please familiarise yourself with the relevant Selection Criteria (available online at www.triathlon.org.au or I'm happy to chat to you about the process).
5. Entry for Ironman Western Australia closes this week.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you swim, bike & run regardless of the weather
... you are ecstatic when you tick over your first 100km ride
... you have already hinted in the right places about a piece of go faster equipment you would like for Christmas
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
The juniors kicked off yesterday & from all reports it was a great morning - all the kids seemed to really enjoy themselves! ( & amazingly no stacks!!) It was organised very well by all the "big kids" involved in the event and it ran very smoothly! Thanks to all the enthusiastic volunteers who encouraged & supported the next generation of triathletes through their first event of their new season.
The Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championship takes place this weekend. The move to the earlier timeslot is courtesy of the revamped calendar. This is one of the highlight events of the year and usually makes for bragging rights for months to come. The short option is also popular so we are expecting a good turn out on Saturday afternoon.
Please read the event info so you are up to speed on what is taking place. There are also a couple of calls for assistance & also a request for old carpet to cover some rough patches in transition and mount areas.
RESULTS:
1. Alice Springs Masters Games Triathlon
Short Course:
Aileen Kollasch F70-74 1st 1.25.02
Long Course:
Rob Weatherald Overall Winner & M50-54 1st 1.03.33
Ron Griep M40-44 2nd 1.06.02
Helen Bretten F40-44 1st 1.17.10
Wayne Fielder M50-54 6th 1.25.37
2. Alice Springs Masters Mile
Male: 8th Rob Weatherald 5.33; 13th Ron Griep 5.53
Female: 4th Rose Stephens 6.22
3. Alice Springs Masters Games 10km Run
Rose Stephens F45-49 3rd 48.26
4. Melbourne Marathon
Shaye Hatty 14th F35-39 3.29.26
Louise Ogden 104th F40-44 4.43.20
5. Melbourne Half Marathon
Caine Warburton 6th M2024 1.17.23
David Croser 35th M35-39 1.28.12
Alison Croser 12th F40-44 1.39.35
NEXT EVENT:
Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships
Saturday 25 October 08
4.30pm start (registration closes 4.15pm sharp)
1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run (short option 500m swim, 15km bike, 4km run
Roster:
Race Director: Ian Norton 0409 283 448
Registration: John Thyne / Robyn Orchard
Timekeeping: BA Kerslake / Robyn Stanley
Fruit / Ice: Volunteer Required
Event Info:
I hope you are all ready for one of our most challenging, but fun races of the year.
Lake Bennett Resort is approx 90km from Darwin so please allow extra travelling time. Registration closes 4.15pm, not registered, no race. It is also too far to dash home for forgotten items, so check your gear before leaving (swim cap, goggles, helmet, cycle shoes, running shoes, etc).
The Resort has blocked out some accommodation for us. Contact number 8976 0960 (mention you want triathlon rate). Should you wish to eat at the restaurant on Saturday evening, table bookings are requested by Thursday morning on 8976 0960.
In the past people have commented on the taste of the water at Lake Bennett. If you think you may have a problem, consider bringing water with you to use.
It will be hot so don't forget the sunscreen. Flies are also sticky so add aeroguard to the list. And being that time of year, consider the possibility of rain as well.
Transition looks like being in the same place as last year. RD would like to cover some rough spots, so if anyone has any old carpet they can spare or loan, (especially runners or mats), please contact RD Ian Norton 0409 283 448. Competitors would be appreciative as there is a lot of rock and gravel, with fairly poor grass cover.
Some sections of the entrance area will need to be swept. If you can bring a heavy duty broom and help out with this task please let Ian know or "just do it".
Race start at 4.30pm, both short and long course will head off together this year, but swim will be one lap instead of two. (This is to allow for a safer bike course due to a changed turn around site). The lake is in good condition, still fairly cool, water level not bad.
Bike will be nearer to 30km than last year! With the turn around 1 km past transition. The road is better condition than normal, but still bumpy in places. Use zipps etc. at your own risk!
The run will be hot and hilly. Please make sure you are well hydrated throughout the day, and that you have prepared properly for a race this tough in build up conditions.
If you are able, we encourage you to stay on afterward. There will be the usual refreshments after the race, plus some beer courtesy of the triathlon club in appreciation of your making the trip down.
Afterward, you are all invited to BBQ afterward. Location directions from Mick Outhred or any of the committee after the race. Bring your food, drinks & chair along, BBQ available to use.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: We are down to the last few Darwin Triathlon Club towels. $25 each.
2. Items for this section by 8pm tomorrow please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Congratulations to our oldest female club member Aileen Kollasch who achieved her aim of competing in the Alice Springs Masters Games Triathlon (also her first triathlon). Great effort Aileen.
2. Rob Weatherald was overall winner of the Masters Games Triathlon. The duathlon results are somewhat difficult to follow but appears Rob also went well in that event. Well done Robbie.
3. Not long now until the Noosa Triathlon. Noosa entry sold out in record time this year.
4. Those members who competed in the NT Long Course Triathlon and the NT Sprint Distance Championships have earned points towards selection for the Australian age group team for 2009 ITU World Sprint Distance Championships (Gold Coast) and/or 2009 ITU World Long Distance Championships (Perth). Should you be interested in applying for a position on the team, please familiarise yourself with the relevant Selection Criteria (available online at www.triathlon.org.au or I'm happy to chat to you about the process).
5. Entry for Ironman Western Australia closes this week.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you swim, bike & run regardless of the weather
... you are ecstatic when you tick over your first 100km ride
... you have already hinted in the right places about a piece of go faster equipment you would like for Christmas
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon
Robyn's E News 17 Oct 08
Hi All,
A quick E News to get some info out there to you today. Will be back to normal as soon as possible. Judging by the rain that greeted us early this morning the wet has arrived.
RESULTS:
1. NT Sprint Distance Championships (Race 3 K9 Cycles Sprint Series) 750m swim, 22km bike, 5km run
Male: Jerome Bosmans Female: Amanda Donohoe
Full results are posted on club website.
2. Ironman World Championships – Hawaii 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run
Male: Craig Alexander 8.17.45 Female: Chrissie Wellington 9.06.23
Robyn Stanley F55-59 7th 13.20.33
3. Will catch up results (inc Melb Marathon & Masters Games) over the next few editions of E News.
JUNIOR SERIES 2008/2009 INFORMATION:
Juniors kick off this weekend ....
Are you a junior interested in giving Triathlon a go or know a junior who could be? Our Junior series (7-15 years old) starts on the 19 October 08. Come along, wear your swimmers, rashie top, bring your swimming goggles, bike, helmet, running gear, sun screen, water bottle and a parent.
Date: Sunday 19 Oct 08
Where: Lake Alexander Boat Ramp (sign on / skills day)
Time: 7-00am registration opens 8am start (registration closes at 7.45am sharp)
Cost: Club Membership – $35 (you receive goodies worth over $30) plus Race Entry fee $3
Contact: Shaye Hatty 0409 956 055 or John Thyne 0423 797 401
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 25 October 2008
Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships
Lake Bennett
4.30pm (Registration closes 4.15pm)
1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run (short option 500/15/4)
TRIATHLON NT NEWS:
1. Triathlon NT is looking to employ a Development Officer to promote the sport across the regional areas of the Territory. It requires a dynamic, well organized person able to work flexible hours. For a position description and further information, please contact Amanda Donohoe on 0417 085 443.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. MASSAGE - Do you need to relax or loosen up those muscles from all the hard training sessions? For a Swedish massage or a Sports massage in the comfort of your home contact Alexandria 0414 875 382 (sponsor message).
2. Items for this section by 5pm Sunday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Congratulations to Korgan & Tiziana Hucent who recently announced they are expecting a second visit from the stork early next year.
2. Be on the lookout for the appearance of compression socks at club races, they were everywhere in Kona. Thinking the wearers must end up with some funny tan lines.
3. Keep a look out for PowerBar gel blasts, yummy & convenient.
4. The funniest thing I saw in Hawaii was Fernanda Keller going down to the swim start in full makeup.
5. The most amazing thing I saw in Hawaii was how totally focussed Craig Alexander looked in the lead up days and on race morning.
6. I had the pleasure of running alongside Chrissie Wellington at one stage. Only thing was, she turned right towards the finish chute and I turned left and still had 40km to go!
7. For the girls out there, Norman Stadler is real.
8. For the guys out there, Cervelo was everywhere.
9. I've probably missed a few results and/or news items recently so if you would like to forward it would be appreciated.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN…
… you spend the equivalent of house deposit on Finishers gear at Ironman (not me but I saw it happen)
… you are feeling hungry and your first thought is maybe you need a gel
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
A quick E News to get some info out there to you today. Will be back to normal as soon as possible. Judging by the rain that greeted us early this morning the wet has arrived.
RESULTS:
1. NT Sprint Distance Championships (Race 3 K9 Cycles Sprint Series) 750m swim, 22km bike, 5km run
Male: Jerome Bosmans Female: Amanda Donohoe
Full results are posted on club website.
2. Ironman World Championships – Hawaii 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run
Male: Craig Alexander 8.17.45 Female: Chrissie Wellington 9.06.23
Robyn Stanley F55-59 7th 13.20.33
3. Will catch up results (inc Melb Marathon & Masters Games) over the next few editions of E News.
JUNIOR SERIES 2008/2009 INFORMATION:
Juniors kick off this weekend ....
Are you a junior interested in giving Triathlon a go or know a junior who could be? Our Junior series (7-15 years old) starts on the 19 October 08. Come along, wear your swimmers, rashie top, bring your swimming goggles, bike, helmet, running gear, sun screen, water bottle and a parent.
Date: Sunday 19 Oct 08
Where: Lake Alexander Boat Ramp (sign on / skills day)
Time: 7-00am registration opens 8am start (registration closes at 7.45am sharp)
Cost: Club Membership – $35 (you receive goodies worth over $30) plus Race Entry fee $3
Contact: Shaye Hatty 0409 956 055 or John Thyne 0423 797 401
NEXT EVENT:
Saturday 25 October 2008
Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships
Lake Bennett
4.30pm (Registration closes 4.15pm)
1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run (short option 500/15/4)
TRIATHLON NT NEWS:
1. Triathlon NT is looking to employ a Development Officer to promote the sport across the regional areas of the Territory. It requires a dynamic, well organized person able to work flexible hours. For a position description and further information, please contact Amanda Donohoe on 0417 085 443.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. MASSAGE - Do you need to relax or loosen up those muscles from all the hard training sessions? For a Swedish massage or a Sports massage in the comfort of your home contact Alexandria 0414 875 382 (sponsor message).
2. Items for this section by 5pm Sunday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. Congratulations to Korgan & Tiziana Hucent who recently announced they are expecting a second visit from the stork early next year.
2. Be on the lookout for the appearance of compression socks at club races, they were everywhere in Kona. Thinking the wearers must end up with some funny tan lines.
3. Keep a look out for PowerBar gel blasts, yummy & convenient.
4. The funniest thing I saw in Hawaii was Fernanda Keller going down to the swim start in full makeup.
5. The most amazing thing I saw in Hawaii was how totally focussed Craig Alexander looked in the lead up days and on race morning.
6. I had the pleasure of running alongside Chrissie Wellington at one stage. Only thing was, she turned right towards the finish chute and I turned left and still had 40km to go!
7. For the girls out there, Norman Stadler is real.
8. For the guys out there, Cervelo was everywhere.
9. I've probably missed a few results and/or news items recently so if you would like to forward it would be appreciated.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN…
… you spend the equivalent of house deposit on Finishers gear at Ironman (not me but I saw it happen)
… you are feeling hungry and your first thought is maybe you need a gel
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Thursday 9 October 2008
Robyn's E News 9 Oct 08
Hi All,
Good luck to all those competing in the Sprint event at the weekend.
NWXT EVENT:
Race 3 K9 Sprint Series (Incorp. NT Sprint Distance Championships)
Sunday 12 October 08
Lake Alexander, 7am start
Registration closes: 6.45am
750m swim/ 20km cycle / 5km run
Information Update:
Here is some more information on Sunday’s race from President John Thyne. Please pass this message onto as many people as possible.
Triathlon NT will be holding their AGM just before the race on Sunday. So registration will close at 6.45am and the AGM is planned to take about 10 minutes after that.
The race brief will then be held and the race will start as close to 7am as possible.
There is a slight change to the normal ride course which you should be aware of. The ride is the normal two laps out around the Sunset Cove round about at Nightcliff. The turn for the second lap will not be at the Lake - it has been moved back to outside the Cool Spot on Dick Ward Drive. This is so the ride course will be as close to 20km as is safely possible.
There will be a drafting official on a motor bike for this event.
Other information about the course will be given during the race brief.
Remember to get there nice and early to get registered on time.
The registration process will be slightly different to the normal club race registration. You will also need to supply your age at the 31 Dec 08. (Your TA card has your age group as at 31 Dec 08).
After the race winners trophies and age group medals will be given out. There will also be spot prizes given out which have been donated by K9 Cycles. You have to be there to win so please stay after the race for your chance to win.
If any one is not planning to race then please come down and give Mark Anzin a hand to be an official, help at the drink station or any other job that needs doing.
Train safe,
Cheers,
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Good luck to all those competing in the Sprint event at the weekend.
NWXT EVENT:
Race 3 K9 Sprint Series (Incorp. NT Sprint Distance Championships)
Sunday 12 October 08
Lake Alexander, 7am start
Registration closes: 6.45am
750m swim/ 20km cycle / 5km run
Information Update:
Here is some more information on Sunday’s race from President John Thyne. Please pass this message onto as many people as possible.
Triathlon NT will be holding their AGM just before the race on Sunday. So registration will close at 6.45am and the AGM is planned to take about 10 minutes after that.
The race brief will then be held and the race will start as close to 7am as possible.
There is a slight change to the normal ride course which you should be aware of. The ride is the normal two laps out around the Sunset Cove round about at Nightcliff. The turn for the second lap will not be at the Lake - it has been moved back to outside the Cool Spot on Dick Ward Drive. This is so the ride course will be as close to 20km as is safely possible.
There will be a drafting official on a motor bike for this event.
Other information about the course will be given during the race brief.
Remember to get there nice and early to get registered on time.
The registration process will be slightly different to the normal club race registration. You will also need to supply your age at the 31 Dec 08. (Your TA card has your age group as at 31 Dec 08).
After the race winners trophies and age group medals will be given out. There will also be spot prizes given out which have been donated by K9 Cycles. You have to be there to win so please stay after the race for your chance to win.
If any one is not planning to race then please come down and give Mark Anzin a hand to be an official, help at the drink station or any other job that needs doing.
Train safe,
Cheers,
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Thursday 2 October 2008
Robyn's E News 2 Oct 08
Hi All,
Triathlon Austratia has launched a dedicated website for the inaugural Challenge Series which is now up and running, with the Adelaide site now live. Use the link provided below, then click on the Adelaide portal to view everything from race information and maps, to event schedules, accommodation and transport. Information on the remaining locations in the Challenge Series will be posted in chronological order over coming weeks as details are finalised.
www.challengeseries.org.au
TA's next newsletter (featuring the Australian Age Group Sprint Championships, boasting double selection points, at Forster on October 18-19) will be sent to you next week.
Cheers,
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Triathlon Austratia has launched a dedicated website for the inaugural Challenge Series which is now up and running, with the Adelaide site now live. Use the link provided below, then click on the Adelaide portal to view everything from race information and maps, to event schedules, accommodation and transport. Information on the remaining locations in the Challenge Series will be posted in chronological order over coming weeks as details are finalised.
www.challengeseries.org.au
TA's next newsletter (featuring the Australian Age Group Sprint Championships, boasting double selection points, at Forster on October 18-19) will be sent to you next week.
Cheers,
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Monday 29 September 2008
Robyn's E News 29 Sept 08
Hi All,
Thre was a good turnout at Palmerston Pool for Race 2 of the K9 Sprint Series. Race Director Barry Sullivan was out and about very early ensuring the course was set up and volunteers were in all key positions. Thanks to Barry and all those who assisted with this event. Our volunteers are greatly appreciated by those who race.
Welcome to all those new members who signed up yesterday or participated for the first time. A number were doing their first ever triathlon - well done, hope it will be the first of many.
RESULTS:
1. Darwin Triathlon Club - Race 2 K9 Cycles Sprint Series: 750/20/5
Male: Jerome Bosmans 1.00.18 Female: Sophie Hawken 1.08.05
Short Option: 300/10/3
Male: Dingo Hall 37.01 Female: Alexandria Bailey 44.13
Prov.Results posted to website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
2. ITU World Duathlon Championships - Rimini, Italy - 10km run, 40km bike, 5km run
Male: Paul Amey 1.48.00 Female: Vanessa Fernandes 2.00.51
3. ITU World Cup - Lorient, France - 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run
Male: Cedric Fleureton (FRA) 1.49.53 Female: Lisa Norden (SWE) 2.02.05
NEXT EVENTS:
Sunday 12 October 2008
Race 3 K9 Women's & Sprint Series
Incorporating NT Sprint Distance Triathlon Championships
Lake Alexander
750m swim, 25km bike, 5km run (no short option)
7am start
Race Director: Mark Anzin 0418 585 069
Registration: Lee Wilson / Lesley Thorpe
Timekeepers: Volunteers required
Fruit / Ice: Aaron Collins
Saturday 25 October 2008
Kerran Mudgway Memorial Championships
Lake Bennett
1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run (short option 500/15/4)
4.30pm
Race Director: Ian Norton
Registration: John Thyne / Robyn Orchard
Timekeeping: BA Kerslake / Patrick Donohoe
Fruit / Ice: Paul Bell
JUNIORS:
Sunday 19 October 2008
Sign On Day
Triathlon
Lake Alexander, Boat Ramp
Registration will open at 7am
COMMITTEE NEWS:
1. Darwin Triathlon Club AGM took place a Palmerston yesterday. Our 2008/2009 Committee was elected and is a mixture of new and familiar faces:
President: John Thyne
Vice President: Vacant
Secretary: Kylie Sheffield
Treasurer: Jane Marie Kerslake
General Committee:
Dan McIntyre, Robyn Stanley, Mick Outhred, Monica Stewart, Matt White
Equipment Officer: Simon Jeggo
Permits Officer: Col Smith
TRIATHLON NT NEWS:
1. Triathlon NT Annual General Meeting will take place on Sunday 12 October 2008 at Lake Alexander prior to event. All committee positions will be declared vacant. Please contact acting president Amanda Donohoe 0417 085 443 for further information on positions.
2. Triathlon NT funding policy (allocated $3,000) provides assistance to Triathlon NT members attending selected national and world championship events between 1 July 2008 and 30 June 2009 ie:
Australian Duathlon Championships, Newcastle – 24 August 2008
Ford Ironman World Championships, Kona, Hawaii – 11 October 2008
Australian Age Group Sprint Distance Championships - Forster - 18 October 2008
Australian Long Course Championships – Huskisson, 22 February 2009
Australian Olympic Distance Triathlon Championships, Perth - 15 March 2009
Ironman Australia Triathlon – Port Macquarie – 5 April 2009
Note: No ITU World Age Group Olympic Distance Triathlon Championships fall during this funding period.
The maximum amount that any individual member can receive per event is $250, irrespective of how many members apply for funding assistance. Members competing in multiple events may apply for a maximum of two sets of funding.
In order to be eligible for Triathlon NT funding assistance, an applicant must be a financial member of Triathlon NT; have competed in a minimum of three Darwin Triathlon Club, Alice Springs Triathlon Club or Triathlon NT races between 1 July 2008 and 5 April 2009 (please list in application); commence the specified event; supply a copy race results for event you are applying for; and lodge a written application for funding assistance with Triathlon NT within one month of completing the specified event. Note: Condition “d” will be waived for members who competed in events which took place prior to the release of this document; any member who fails to complete the specified event should supply a reason for DNF.
Payment will be made after the completion of the final eligible event ie Ironman Australia Port Macquarie, 5 April 2009, once all claims have been processed.
Written applications including the name and date of the specified event and race results should be forwarded to: Administration Assistant eo@triathlonnt.com.au or Triathlon NT, GPO Box 3938, Darwin NT 0801
OTHER NEWS:
1. Controversy at the ITU World Duathlon Champs in Rimini where first across the line was disqualified along with another competitor for "unsportsmanlike and dangerous behaviour on the first lap of the bike segment which risked the safety of the competitors around them". This gave 2nd across the line, Paul Amey his third title.
2. Lance Armstrong's intentions to compete in the Tour Down Under in January may not come to anything. The international ruling body, ICU, have said Armstrong would have to show that he has complied UCI's “biological passport” rule demanding that athletes must be registered with an anti-doping program for at least six months six months prior to competing.
3. Our members are competing far and wide over the next few weeks. Al Stancombe is off to do the Around the Bay in a Day ride on 19 October, Ali Fitch and Stu Fitch will line up at the Gold Coast Half Ironman next weekend and Louise Ogden, Shaye Hatty, Alison Croser, David Croser and Lee Wilson will be involved in the Melbourne Marathon and Half Marathon on 12 October.
4. Who was that leading athlete who turned early yesterday? He is up there with the best of them. I saw Courtney Atkinson do this once when he had a record 3rd or 4th title seemingly in the bag.
4. E News will now take a break. Any urgent updates will be posted direct to E News on the club website. E News archive can also be viewed there.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...
... Ibuprofen is your recreational drug of choice
... your heart rate is below 50 and you are not dying
... you feel lost without your water bottle
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Page: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon (please invite your friends, especially those from Asian region)
Thre was a good turnout at Palmerston Pool for Race 2 of the K9 Sprint Series. Race Director Barry Sullivan was out and about very early ensuring the course was set up and volunteers were in all key positions. Thanks to Barry and all those who assisted with this event. Our volunteers are greatly appreciated by those who race.
Welcome to all those new members who signed up yesterday or participated for the first time. A number were doing their first ever triathlon - well done, hope it will be the first of many.
RESULTS:
1. Darwin Triathlon Club - Race 2 K9 Cycles Sprint Series: 750/20/5
Male: Jerome Bosmans 1.00.18 Female: Sophie Hawken 1.08.05
Short Option: 300/10/3
Male: Dingo Hall 37.01 Female: Alexandria Bailey 44.13
Prov.Results posted to website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
2. ITU World Duathlon Championships - Rimini, Italy - 10km run, 40km bike, 5km run
Male: Paul Amey 1.48.00 Female: Vanessa Fernandes 2.00.51
3. ITU World Cup - Lorient, France - 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run
Male: Cedric Fleureton (FRA) 1.49.53 Female: Lisa Norden (SWE) 2.02.05
NEXT EVENTS:
Sunday 12 October 2008
Race 3 K9 Women's & Sprint Series
Incorporating NT Sprint Distance Triathlon Championships
Lake Alexander
750m swim, 25km bike, 5km run (no short option)
7am start
Race Director: Mark Anzin 0418 585 069
Registration: Lee Wilson / Lesley Thorpe
Timekeepers: Volunteers required
Fruit / Ice: Aaron Collins
Saturday 25 October 2008
Kerran Mudgway Memorial Championships
Lake Bennett
1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run (short option 500/15/4)
4.30pm
Race Director: Ian Norton
Registration: John Thyne / Robyn Orchard
Timekeeping: BA Kerslake / Patrick Donohoe
Fruit / Ice: Paul Bell
JUNIORS:
Sunday 19 October 2008
Sign On Day
Triathlon
Lake Alexander, Boat Ramp
Registration will open at 7am
COMMITTEE NEWS:
1. Darwin Triathlon Club AGM took place a Palmerston yesterday. Our 2008/2009 Committee was elected and is a mixture of new and familiar faces:
President: John Thyne
Vice President: Vacant
Secretary: Kylie Sheffield
Treasurer: Jane Marie Kerslake
General Committee:
Dan McIntyre, Robyn Stanley, Mick Outhred, Monica Stewart, Matt White
Equipment Officer: Simon Jeggo
Permits Officer: Col Smith
TRIATHLON NT NEWS:
1. Triathlon NT Annual General Meeting will take place on Sunday 12 October 2008 at Lake Alexander prior to event. All committee positions will be declared vacant. Please contact acting president Amanda Donohoe 0417 085 443 for further information on positions.
2. Triathlon NT funding policy (allocated $3,000) provides assistance to Triathlon NT members attending selected national and world championship events between 1 July 2008 and 30 June 2009 ie:
Australian Duathlon Championships, Newcastle – 24 August 2008
Ford Ironman World Championships, Kona, Hawaii – 11 October 2008
Australian Age Group Sprint Distance Championships - Forster - 18 October 2008
Australian Long Course Championships – Huskisson, 22 February 2009
Australian Olympic Distance Triathlon Championships, Perth - 15 March 2009
Ironman Australia Triathlon – Port Macquarie – 5 April 2009
Note: No ITU World Age Group Olympic Distance Triathlon Championships fall during this funding period.
The maximum amount that any individual member can receive per event is $250, irrespective of how many members apply for funding assistance. Members competing in multiple events may apply for a maximum of two sets of funding.
In order to be eligible for Triathlon NT funding assistance, an applicant must be a financial member of Triathlon NT; have competed in a minimum of three Darwin Triathlon Club, Alice Springs Triathlon Club or Triathlon NT races between 1 July 2008 and 5 April 2009 (please list in application); commence the specified event; supply a copy race results for event you are applying for; and lodge a written application for funding assistance with Triathlon NT within one month of completing the specified event. Note: Condition “d” will be waived for members who competed in events which took place prior to the release of this document; any member who fails to complete the specified event should supply a reason for DNF.
Payment will be made after the completion of the final eligible event ie Ironman Australia Port Macquarie, 5 April 2009, once all claims have been processed.
Written applications including the name and date of the specified event and race results should be forwarded to: Administration Assistant eo@triathlonnt.com.au or Triathlon NT, GPO Box 3938, Darwin NT 0801
OTHER NEWS:
1. Controversy at the ITU World Duathlon Champs in Rimini where first across the line was disqualified along with another competitor for "unsportsmanlike and dangerous behaviour on the first lap of the bike segment which risked the safety of the competitors around them". This gave 2nd across the line, Paul Amey his third title.
2. Lance Armstrong's intentions to compete in the Tour Down Under in January may not come to anything. The international ruling body, ICU, have said Armstrong would have to show that he has complied UCI's “biological passport” rule demanding that athletes must be registered with an anti-doping program for at least six months six months prior to competing.
3. Our members are competing far and wide over the next few weeks. Al Stancombe is off to do the Around the Bay in a Day ride on 19 October, Ali Fitch and Stu Fitch will line up at the Gold Coast Half Ironman next weekend and Louise Ogden, Shaye Hatty, Alison Croser, David Croser and Lee Wilson will be involved in the Melbourne Marathon and Half Marathon on 12 October.
4. Who was that leading athlete who turned early yesterday? He is up there with the best of them. I saw Courtney Atkinson do this once when he had a record 3rd or 4th title seemingly in the bag.
4. E News will now take a break. Any urgent updates will be posted direct to E News on the club website. E News archive can also be viewed there.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...
... Ibuprofen is your recreational drug of choice
... your heart rate is below 50 and you are not dying
... you feel lost without your water bottle
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Page: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon (please invite your friends, especially those from Asian region)
Wednesday 24 September 2008
Robyn's E News 24 Sept 08
Hi All,
Woke to the sound of rain on the roof overnight. It has settled the dust - for a couple of hours anyway.
We are expecting a good turnout at Palmerston this weekend for Race 2 of the K9 Cycles Sprint Series. Hope to see you there too.
RESULTS:
1. Geoff Simpson Memorial Trophies for 2008:
Male: Matt Hubber Female: Michelle Gailey
(Awarded athletes obtaining best of three results from the Kerran Mudgway Memorial Championships, NT Olympic Distance Championships and NT Long Course Triathlon Championships. No award in 2007 as NT Long Course was not conducted)
2. Ironman 70.3 Cancun - correction
I inadvertently gave you results from 2007 again in last E News (more than just me fooled on this one). Correct results are now posted.
Male: Chris Legh 4.01.47 Female: Kim Loeffler 4.33.33
3. Open Water Swim - Lake Bennett
5km 1. Rachel McLean 1.02.08
1.2km 1. Mitchell Ward 15.35 Also Sam West 15.30; Savannah Rossingh 16.16; Monica Stewart 21.39
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 28 Sept 08
7am
Race 2 K9 Cycles Women's & Sprint Series
Palmerston Pool
750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run (Short option 300/10/3)
Race Director: Barry Sullivan 8932 6569
Registration: Nikki Roddie / Ian Norton
Timekeeping: Rose Stephens / Matt Brearley
Fruit / Ice: Dean Preddy
Note:
1. A few extra volunteers are needed for the next race. If you can assist, please ring 8932 6569 and leave a message for Race Director Barry Sullivan
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. WANTED: A set of second hand aerobars...not el cheapo ones...so if you have a pair lying around that you would like to sell, please contact Darren darrenandalison@internode.on.net or 0438 536 805 and if they fit his road bike you might both be happy!
2. FOR SALE: Cervelo P3, 51cm,10 speed ultegra, 26”,Vision TT bars with bar end shifters, Selle Italia lady trans am saddle. Excellent condition, lady owner, regrettable sale. $2200 O.N.O Contact Kate 0402 133 364 or katehanckel@hotmail.com
3. FOR SALE: ZIPP 909 Disk wheel $950. Contact Geoff 0402 905 123
OTHER NEWS:
1. One of our new members, Aileen Kollasch has set her sights on competing in the Alice Springs Masters Games. Aileen reports her training is coming along well. She won't be fast she says, but will have fun. Oh, and by the way Aileen is 74 years young and this will be her first triathlon.
2. More tri baby news. Stacey & Kris Bitz have baby number two on the way. Congratulations. There are also a couple of arrival's due any time .. Helen Clayton and Kate Bradbury are both due any day now.
3. Did you know the Flickr page (link below) now has close to 1200 photos up. The page has also just ticked over 10,400 views.
4. The weather in WA last weekend must have been bad: The organisers of an adventure race in Albany say cold temperatures and strong winds forced most teams to cut short the course. About 250 competitors took part in the inaugural Great Southern Adventure Race, which was staged over the weekend. Olympic rower Sally Newmarch and her team, including Western Australian Triathlete of the Year, Sean O'Neill, won the 200 kilometre race. Event spokesperson Naantali Marshall says all 50 teams finished the race, but only one team completed the course.
"Unfortunately when they got up very early on Sunday morning at 3:00am for the 4:00am race briefing, they were greeted by gale force winds, cold temperatures and some quite heavy rain. So that certainly didn't make conditions easy and the race as fun as it should have been."
5. And spare a thought for those in Alice Springs still cleaning up after the wild weather.
6. The junior committee is busy preparing for the opening event on the junior calendar. The juniors kick off on 19 October 08 at Lake Alexander. The juniors are supported this year by a grant from Woolworths and a generous donation from Jerome. So its time to get the kids bikes roadworthy and make sure the helmet fits.
7. Michellie Jones has withdrawn from the Oct. 11 Ford Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, after suffering a slight tear to her right calf in Cancun last Sunday. She was a dnf after recording the fastest bike split.
8. A new race in the States next year will introduce real time GPS athlete tracking which will be up on screens for spectators to view. Exciting development in the sport.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you give serious consideration to the colour of your elastic laces
... you are off to buy a new Qantas bike box because yours just won't make one more flight
... you can't believe Noosa is almost here again
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Woke to the sound of rain on the roof overnight. It has settled the dust - for a couple of hours anyway.
We are expecting a good turnout at Palmerston this weekend for Race 2 of the K9 Cycles Sprint Series. Hope to see you there too.
RESULTS:
1. Geoff Simpson Memorial Trophies for 2008:
Male: Matt Hubber Female: Michelle Gailey
(Awarded athletes obtaining best of three results from the Kerran Mudgway Memorial Championships, NT Olympic Distance Championships and NT Long Course Triathlon Championships. No award in 2007 as NT Long Course was not conducted)
2. Ironman 70.3 Cancun - correction
I inadvertently gave you results from 2007 again in last E News (more than just me fooled on this one). Correct results are now posted.
Male: Chris Legh 4.01.47 Female: Kim Loeffler 4.33.33
3. Open Water Swim - Lake Bennett
5km 1. Rachel McLean 1.02.08
1.2km 1. Mitchell Ward 15.35 Also Sam West 15.30; Savannah Rossingh 16.16; Monica Stewart 21.39
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 28 Sept 08
7am
Race 2 K9 Cycles Women's & Sprint Series
Palmerston Pool
750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run (Short option 300/10/3)
Race Director: Barry Sullivan 8932 6569
Registration: Nikki Roddie / Ian Norton
Timekeeping: Rose Stephens / Matt Brearley
Fruit / Ice: Dean Preddy
Note:
1. A few extra volunteers are needed for the next race. If you can assist, please ring 8932 6569 and leave a message for Race Director Barry Sullivan
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. WANTED: A set of second hand aerobars...not el cheapo ones...so if you have a pair lying around that you would like to sell, please contact Darren darrenandalison@internode.on.net or 0438 536 805 and if they fit his road bike you might both be happy!
2. FOR SALE: Cervelo P3, 51cm,10 speed ultegra, 26”,Vision TT bars with bar end shifters, Selle Italia lady trans am saddle. Excellent condition, lady owner, regrettable sale. $2200 O.N.O Contact Kate 0402 133 364 or katehanckel@hotmail.com
3. FOR SALE: ZIPP 909 Disk wheel $950. Contact Geoff 0402 905 123
OTHER NEWS:
1. One of our new members, Aileen Kollasch has set her sights on competing in the Alice Springs Masters Games. Aileen reports her training is coming along well. She won't be fast she says, but will have fun. Oh, and by the way Aileen is 74 years young and this will be her first triathlon.
2. More tri baby news. Stacey & Kris Bitz have baby number two on the way. Congratulations. There are also a couple of arrival's due any time .. Helen Clayton and Kate Bradbury are both due any day now.
3. Did you know the Flickr page (link below) now has close to 1200 photos up. The page has also just ticked over 10,400 views.
4. The weather in WA last weekend must have been bad: The organisers of an adventure race in Albany say cold temperatures and strong winds forced most teams to cut short the course. About 250 competitors took part in the inaugural Great Southern Adventure Race, which was staged over the weekend. Olympic rower Sally Newmarch and her team, including Western Australian Triathlete of the Year, Sean O'Neill, won the 200 kilometre race. Event spokesperson Naantali Marshall says all 50 teams finished the race, but only one team completed the course.
"Unfortunately when they got up very early on Sunday morning at 3:00am for the 4:00am race briefing, they were greeted by gale force winds, cold temperatures and some quite heavy rain. So that certainly didn't make conditions easy and the race as fun as it should have been."
5. And spare a thought for those in Alice Springs still cleaning up after the wild weather.
6. The junior committee is busy preparing for the opening event on the junior calendar. The juniors kick off on 19 October 08 at Lake Alexander. The juniors are supported this year by a grant from Woolworths and a generous donation from Jerome. So its time to get the kids bikes roadworthy and make sure the helmet fits.
7. Michellie Jones has withdrawn from the Oct. 11 Ford Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, after suffering a slight tear to her right calf in Cancun last Sunday. She was a dnf after recording the fastest bike split.
8. A new race in the States next year will introduce real time GPS athlete tracking which will be up on screens for spectators to view. Exciting development in the sport.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you give serious consideration to the colour of your elastic laces
... you are off to buy a new Qantas bike box because yours just won't make one more flight
... you can't believe Noosa is almost here again
Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Monday 22 September 2008
Robyn's E News 22 Sept 08
Hi All,
What a weekend. Some got rain, some got blacked out, lots of people were out training, some had birthdays, some did the long distance swim at Lake Bennett and others did the 10km road champs to name just some happenings over the weekend.
RESULTS:
1. Ironman 70.3 Cancun - 1.9/90/21.1
Male: Oscar Galindez 3.49.10; Female: 1. Tyler Stewart 4.26.37
2. NT Athletics 10km road run Championships
Male: 1 Peter Eason 32.21; 2 Caine Warburton; 3 Grant Preddy
Female: 1 Eliza Mayger 38.43; 2 Alison Croser 43.27; 3 Shaye Hatty 43.28
Full results not yet available
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 28 Sept 08
7am
Race 2 K9 Cycles Women's & Sprint Series
Palmerston Pool
750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run (Short option 300/10/3)
Race Director: Barry Sullivan 8932 6569
Registration: Nikki Roddie / Ian Norton
Timekeeping: Rose Stephens / Matt Brearley
Fruit / Ice: Dean Preddy
Note:
1. A few extra volunteers needed for the next race (Palmerston on Sun Sept 28):A person to assist with safety at the longer course bike turn around; a person to assist with safety at the shorter course bike turn around and two people to look after the drink stop during the run leg.
If you can help, please ring 8932 6569 and leave a message for Race Director Barry Sullivan
2. Allow plenty of time to get to Palmerston. Registration will close at 6.40am sharp.
COMMITTEE NEWS:
1. WANTED: - Venue for the Duathlon race on the 23 Nov 08. President John Thyne asks if members can put their thinking caps on and give him some suggestions for a venue for this race.
As there is no swimming we can be a little bit creative and find a new or existing venue to conduct the race. Some requirements include: toilet facilities, safe riding course for a 40km ride, safe run course, a location people will travel to, some shade for the transition finishing area. So far the only suggestion I have received is Lee Point. Give call John on 0423 797 401 with your suggestions.
2. KERRAN MUDGWAY MEMORIAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS (25 Oct 08): Lake Bennett Wilderness Resort (8976 0960) has accommodation available as follows (please mention triathlon club special rate when booking):
a. Executive Lake View Spa Suites $185 per night, single/twin share - lake frontage suites with private outdoor spa on balcony, king size bed, air-conditioned, table & chairs, ensuite, TV, phone, tea/coffee making facilities.
b. Garden Wing Suites $135 per night, single/twin share - set in the garden, air-conditioned, ensuite, queen size bed and single bed, TV, bar fridge and tea/coffee making facilities
c. Holiday Village Rooms - $60 per night, twin or quad share - 2 single beds + bunks, , shared amenities, air-conditioned. BYO linen (inc pillows).
The Holiday village rooms are fine, we stayed in them over the weekend. There is a shared fridge & jug and gas bbq (suggest bringing a toaster or similar for breakfast). Also suggest you make bookings when arranging accommodation should you wish to eat dinner and/or breakfast at the restaurant.
3. UNIFORM: We have had some expressions of interest for a club running cap. Would you be interested? Visor or cap? What price would you pay? Colour? Please email darwintriclub@bigpond.com
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: Cervelo P3, 51cm,10 speed ultegra, 26”,Vision TT bars with bar end shifters, Selle Italia lady trans am saddle.
Excellent condition, lady owner, regrettable sale. $2850 O.N.O Contact Kate 0402 133 364 or katehanckel@hotmail.com
2. FOR SALE: ZIPP 909 Disk wheel $950. Contact Geoff 0402 905 123
3. WANTED: Road bike for female (5'6" tall), bike size approx. mid 50's, will pay up to $500 or more if set-up for triathlons with reasonable running gear. Alexandria 0414875382 mob or 89014988 work.
4. Re runs or items for this section by 8pm tomorrow please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. News of another tri baby on the way - congratulations to Tash & Daniel Clements.
2. A recent survey found most women won't ride their bike to work because they don't want arrive with helmet head hairstyles.
3. We wish Erica Reeve a speedy recovery from injuries sustained in an accident while out riding on Saturday. Erica is pretty beat up and battered but thanking her lucky stars it wasn't any worse, after coming down and her bike is knocked around as well.
4. Greg Kahl did his first ride in Perth over the weekend and thinks got the tailend of cyclone. He also somehow forgot the winter experience. Says the rain was cold, but with smashing winds the wind-chill was near unbearable. The tail wind was pushing him at 26km/hr, no pedaling, and his legs were a little weak after riding into it earlier.
5. A month after the Games, Beijing is apparently suffering a water shortage & they are coming into their dry season.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... after a hard morning of training, you use your shopping trolley as a walking frame in the afternoon while getting groceries
... soggy, sweaty gear doesn't faze you at all
... you consider your training partners as part of the family
Safe training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
What a weekend. Some got rain, some got blacked out, lots of people were out training, some had birthdays, some did the long distance swim at Lake Bennett and others did the 10km road champs to name just some happenings over the weekend.
RESULTS:
1. Ironman 70.3 Cancun - 1.9/90/21.1
Male: Oscar Galindez 3.49.10; Female: 1. Tyler Stewart 4.26.37
2. NT Athletics 10km road run Championships
Male: 1 Peter Eason 32.21; 2 Caine Warburton; 3 Grant Preddy
Female: 1 Eliza Mayger 38.43; 2 Alison Croser 43.27; 3 Shaye Hatty 43.28
Full results not yet available
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 28 Sept 08
7am
Race 2 K9 Cycles Women's & Sprint Series
Palmerston Pool
750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run (Short option 300/10/3)
Race Director: Barry Sullivan 8932 6569
Registration: Nikki Roddie / Ian Norton
Timekeeping: Rose Stephens / Matt Brearley
Fruit / Ice: Dean Preddy
Note:
1. A few extra volunteers needed for the next race (Palmerston on Sun Sept 28):A person to assist with safety at the longer course bike turn around; a person to assist with safety at the shorter course bike turn around and two people to look after the drink stop during the run leg.
If you can help, please ring 8932 6569 and leave a message for Race Director Barry Sullivan
2. Allow plenty of time to get to Palmerston. Registration will close at 6.40am sharp.
COMMITTEE NEWS:
1. WANTED: - Venue for the Duathlon race on the 23 Nov 08. President John Thyne asks if members can put their thinking caps on and give him some suggestions for a venue for this race.
As there is no swimming we can be a little bit creative and find a new or existing venue to conduct the race. Some requirements include: toilet facilities, safe riding course for a 40km ride, safe run course, a location people will travel to, some shade for the transition finishing area. So far the only suggestion I have received is Lee Point. Give call John on 0423 797 401 with your suggestions.
2. KERRAN MUDGWAY MEMORIAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS (25 Oct 08): Lake Bennett Wilderness Resort (8976 0960) has accommodation available as follows (please mention triathlon club special rate when booking):
a. Executive Lake View Spa Suites $185 per night, single/twin share - lake frontage suites with private outdoor spa on balcony, king size bed, air-conditioned, table & chairs, ensuite, TV, phone, tea/coffee making facilities.
b. Garden Wing Suites $135 per night, single/twin share - set in the garden, air-conditioned, ensuite, queen size bed and single bed, TV, bar fridge and tea/coffee making facilities
c. Holiday Village Rooms - $60 per night, twin or quad share - 2 single beds + bunks, , shared amenities, air-conditioned. BYO linen (inc pillows).
The Holiday village rooms are fine, we stayed in them over the weekend. There is a shared fridge & jug and gas bbq (suggest bringing a toaster or similar for breakfast). Also suggest you make bookings when arranging accommodation should you wish to eat dinner and/or breakfast at the restaurant.
3. UNIFORM: We have had some expressions of interest for a club running cap. Would you be interested? Visor or cap? What price would you pay? Colour? Please email darwintriclub@bigpond.com
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: Cervelo P3, 51cm,10 speed ultegra, 26”,Vision TT bars with bar end shifters, Selle Italia lady trans am saddle.
Excellent condition, lady owner, regrettable sale. $2850 O.N.O Contact Kate 0402 133 364 or katehanckel@hotmail.com
2. FOR SALE: ZIPP 909 Disk wheel $950. Contact Geoff 0402 905 123
3. WANTED: Road bike for female (5'6" tall), bike size approx. mid 50's, will pay up to $500 or more if set-up for triathlons with reasonable running gear. Alexandria 0414875382 mob or 89014988 work.
4. Re runs or items for this section by 8pm tomorrow please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. News of another tri baby on the way - congratulations to Tash & Daniel Clements.
2. A recent survey found most women won't ride their bike to work because they don't want arrive with helmet head hairstyles.
3. We wish Erica Reeve a speedy recovery from injuries sustained in an accident while out riding on Saturday. Erica is pretty beat up and battered but thanking her lucky stars it wasn't any worse, after coming down and her bike is knocked around as well.
4. Greg Kahl did his first ride in Perth over the weekend and thinks got the tailend of cyclone. He also somehow forgot the winter experience. Says the rain was cold, but with smashing winds the wind-chill was near unbearable. The tail wind was pushing him at 26km/hr, no pedaling, and his legs were a little weak after riding into it earlier.
5. A month after the Games, Beijing is apparently suffering a water shortage & they are coming into their dry season.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... after a hard morning of training, you use your shopping trolley as a walking frame in the afternoon while getting groceries
... soggy, sweaty gear doesn't faze you at all
... you consider your training partners as part of the family
Safe training,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Wednesday 17 September 2008
Robyn's E News 17 Sept 08
Hi All,
The weather is definitely changing. You may have also noticed it's getting quieter out around Lee Point in the mornings these days. Thinking the campers at East Point should soon be moving on as well..... and then it might rain! We need some serious dust settling rain. Bring back clean and green !
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 28 Sept 08
7am
Race 2 K9 Cycles Women's & Sprint Series
Palmerston Pool
750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run (Short option 300/10/3)
Race Director: Barry Sullivan barry@ra-nt.org.au
Registration: Nikki Roddie / Ian Norton
Timekeeping: Rose Stephens / Matt Brearley
Fruit / Ice: Dean Preddy
COMMITTEE NEWS:
1. Darwin Triathlon Club Annual General Meeting will take place on Sunday 28 September 08 at Palmerston Pool prior to event.
2. All committee positions will be declared vacant. Please contact club secretary Kylie Sheffield at trikylie@aapt.net.au for further information on nominating for a position.
3. With a view to the future we are still actively seeking a nomination for vice president. Sounds like you, please get in touch with Kylie or speak to one of the current committee members.
4. Good news is we have heard from a couple of people for the general committee. If timing systems are your area of interest we would also love to hear from you as well.
TRIATHLON NT NEWS:
1. Triathlon NT Annual General Meeting will take place on Sunday 12 October 2008 at Lake Alexander prior to event.
2. All committee positions will be declared vacant. Please contact acting president Amanada Donohoe 0417 085 443 for further information on positions.
3. Triathlon NT is a completely separate committee to that of Darwin Triathlon Club. It is fair to say this committee is more governance oriented, applies for funding in its capacity as the peak sporting body for triathlon, is concerned with the development of the sport of triathlon in the NT and ensures our NT championship events are conducted & our events take place in accordance with Triathlon Australia guidelines. Committee members can be drawn from members from all areas of the Northern Territory.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. WANTED: Road bike for female (5'6" tall), bike size approx. mid 50's, will pay up to $500 or more if set-up for triathlons with reasonable running gear. Contact Alexandria 0414 875 382 mob or 8901 4988 work.
2. Items for this section by 8pm Sunday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. A number of our members will be in action at the Athletics NT 10km Road NT Championships Race Sunday morning (21 September 2008), starting at 7:00am. The event will be held at East Point in Darwin, starting and finishing at the Lake Alexander carpark. Cost $15.00. Further info www.ntathletics.org.au Good luck to those competing.
2. Have you registered for National Ride to Work Day yet? It's taking place on Wednesday 15 October 08. Free coffee and Bakers Delights yummies will be served at the Roma Bar for registered participants from 7.00 to 8.30. To register go to www.ride2work.com.au .
3. Mountain bikers among us may be interested in the Gibb River MTB Challenge 18-22 May 09. Further info: www.thegibbchallenge.net
4. The organisers of the Kununurra Ord Valley Muster Triathlon (750/20/5) have set date for next year's event - Saturday 9 May 09. Note, that's a day before Arafura Games Triathlon.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you don't think it is unusual to display black toenails for comparison at dinner parties
... you say "never again" again
... you know how many grams of carbs there are in a banana.
Train safe,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
The weather is definitely changing. You may have also noticed it's getting quieter out around Lee Point in the mornings these days. Thinking the campers at East Point should soon be moving on as well..... and then it might rain! We need some serious dust settling rain. Bring back clean and green !
NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 28 Sept 08
7am
Race 2 K9 Cycles Women's & Sprint Series
Palmerston Pool
750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run (Short option 300/10/3)
Race Director: Barry Sullivan barry@ra-nt.org.au
Registration: Nikki Roddie / Ian Norton
Timekeeping: Rose Stephens / Matt Brearley
Fruit / Ice: Dean Preddy
COMMITTEE NEWS:
1. Darwin Triathlon Club Annual General Meeting will take place on Sunday 28 September 08 at Palmerston Pool prior to event.
2. All committee positions will be declared vacant. Please contact club secretary Kylie Sheffield at trikylie@aapt.net.au for further information on nominating for a position.
3. With a view to the future we are still actively seeking a nomination for vice president. Sounds like you, please get in touch with Kylie or speak to one of the current committee members.
4. Good news is we have heard from a couple of people for the general committee. If timing systems are your area of interest we would also love to hear from you as well.
TRIATHLON NT NEWS:
1. Triathlon NT Annual General Meeting will take place on Sunday 12 October 2008 at Lake Alexander prior to event.
2. All committee positions will be declared vacant. Please contact acting president Amanada Donohoe 0417 085 443 for further information on positions.
3. Triathlon NT is a completely separate committee to that of Darwin Triathlon Club. It is fair to say this committee is more governance oriented, applies for funding in its capacity as the peak sporting body for triathlon, is concerned with the development of the sport of triathlon in the NT and ensures our NT championship events are conducted & our events take place in accordance with Triathlon Australia guidelines. Committee members can be drawn from members from all areas of the Northern Territory.
FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. WANTED: Road bike for female (5'6" tall), bike size approx. mid 50's, will pay up to $500 or more if set-up for triathlons with reasonable running gear. Contact Alexandria 0414 875 382 mob or 8901 4988 work.
2. Items for this section by 8pm Sunday please.
OTHER NEWS:
1. A number of our members will be in action at the Athletics NT 10km Road NT Championships Race Sunday morning (21 September 2008), starting at 7:00am. The event will be held at East Point in Darwin, starting and finishing at the Lake Alexander carpark. Cost $15.00. Further info www.ntathletics.org.au Good luck to those competing.
2. Have you registered for National Ride to Work Day yet? It's taking place on Wednesday 15 October 08. Free coffee and Bakers Delights yummies will be served at the Roma Bar for registered participants from 7.00 to 8.30. To register go to www.ride2work.com.au .
3. Mountain bikers among us may be interested in the Gibb River MTB Challenge 18-22 May 09. Further info: www.thegibbchallenge.net
4. The organisers of the Kununurra Ord Valley Muster Triathlon (750/20/5) have set date for next year's event - Saturday 9 May 09. Note, that's a day before Arafura Games Triathlon.
YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...
... you don't think it is unusual to display black toenails for comparison at dinner parties
... you say "never again" again
... you know how many grams of carbs there are in a banana.
Train safe,
Cheers
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News
Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
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