Wednesday 4 March 2009

Robyn's E News 4 March 09

Hi All,

I'm constantly amazed at how much can happen in the world of triathlon, here at home as well as interstate and overseas.

Here's a quick attempt to get you up to date with some results, events coming up, items for sale etc.

Also a quick reminder to come prepared for some fast and furious racing at our very popular Enduro event on Sunday. Rack space likely to be at a premium so get there nice and early for this one.

RESULTS:

1. Ironman Malaysia - Langkawi 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Luke McKenzie 8.26.48 Female: Belinda Granger 9.21.10

Ian Norton 18th M35-39 11.12.47
Damien Brown 25th M35-39 12.05.05
Nikki Roddie 1st F30-34 11.26.40
Robyn Stanley 1st F55-59 12.57.20

Others:

Darren Moore 6th M35-39 9.53.00

2. 2009 Gold Coast ITU Oceania Championships - 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Brad Kahlefeldt 1.50.13 Kiyomi Niwata (JPN) 2.00.45

3. Luke Harrap Memorial Triathlon, Gold Coast

Male: Paul Wiedersehn 58.24 Female: Risa Saito 1.03.53

NEXT EVENT:
Sunday 8 March 09
Enduro
Lake Alexander
7am (registration closes 6.45am sharp)
3 x (200m swim, 5km bike, 1km run)

Race Director: Col Smith 0408 830 411
Registration: Rose Stephens / Simon Wiese
Timekeeping: Volunteer required / Hans Bormann
Fruit / Ice: Jerome Bosmans

JUNIOR REPORT:

Nerida reports .... "The juniors met on Sunday at Lake Alex for another fun filled morning of racing. Good weather helped everyone enjoy a Triathlon around the "Spot On Marine" side of the lake.

Seniors completed a couple of laps in the lake, then 3 laps around the lake on their Mountain Bikes. Followed by a long run down to the boat ramp, out to the main road, and back to the lake. Juniors and Sub Juniors did a similar but shorter course.

The team event was a cycle relay and very much enjoyed by the amounts of laughter and applause after handicapped competitors took to the course.

The juniors are performing well with many significant improvements seen these past few weeks. Only one more race day to go till the NT Championships. Next fortnight at the Ski Club (15th) and the Championships on the 29th March at Lake Alex once again.

All are welcome to come and watch and assist if available for the final racing of the juniors for the season. Thanks once again to the many helpful parents who assisted with set up and marshalling on Sunday.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Canondale R2000 bike - HAND MADE medium frame, color red, approx 99 model, very good condition. Just recently serviced, new tyres, light etc $600 - $800 Contact Kerry 0417827472

2. FOR SALE: 2007 Zipp 606 clincher. 404 front, 808 rear. With zipp tangente tires and skewers. $1400. Contact Gerard on 0431 367 044 or wong.gerard@gmail.com

3. FOR SALE: WH-R550 Shimano Wheels, 120 km's only, $220 they came with the Cannondale bike using other wheels now. These are in perfect condition Contact Kieran 0412 819 057

4. Items for next E News by Sunday 8pm please

OTHER NEWS:

1. Triathlon Australia (TA) would like to inform you that the ITU has approved an application to have the number of Australian athletes selected for the 2009 World Triathlon Championships on the Gold Coast increased from 25 to 30 in each age group. This application was made by USM Events, supported by TA and ultimately approved by the ITU as a result of concerns that the world financial crisis would adversely affect the number of overseas athletes prepared to travel to this event.


In supporting this initiative, TA was mindful that the prestige of representing your country must be maintained and, as a result, the qualification process should remain a challenging one. However, due to the unprecedented interest shown in qualifying for the World Championships - not to mention the impressive times being posted - we felt the honour that comes with wearing the green and gold would not be unduly compromised by this decision. Harsh financial realities and a desire to ensure World Championships hosted by Australia are fully embraced and appreciated, were also considered. The ITU saw a need to support these championships by providing further incentive for the host nation and fostering participation. While we appreciate this decision will not be embraced by everyone, you can be assured it was not taken lightly and we hope you can appreciate why it was made.



So, to those looking to qualify for the Gold Coast World Championships, don't miss this unique opportunity. There are now an extra five spots available for each age group on the Australian team and, with only a few qualifying races left in each of the distance categories, the chance to be a part of something memorable has been extended for those on the cusp of selection. Regarding the Long Distance Triathlon World Championships in Perth, at this stage the number of spots per age group remains at 25. Application deadlines are as follows: Sprint - March 24; Olympic Distance - April 7; Long Distance - May 4. Best wishes to all those attempting to qualify and if you have any questions in regard to the amended policy, please do not hesitate to contact the TA office.



2. Interested in doing Mooloolaba? You would need to put your name on the waiting list.



3. The Flickr page will be updated soon with photos from the last event. Some photo sets disappeared there for a bit but all are back to normal now.



4. We have two members qualified so far for 2009 Ironman World Championships in Hawaii. Congratulations to Nikki Roddie on securing a coveted slot with her age group first at Ironman Malaysia. Dreams do come true!



5. Bali International Triathlon numbers are up. If you are wanting to compete in the 28 June 09 event it would be a good idea to register now. Try and make sure you can arrive there early enough to participate in the bike blessing ceremony.



6. The dates have been confirmed for the Challenge Wanaka Triathlon Festival: 10-16 January 2010 in New Zealand. The next festival will include something for the whole family: Puzzling World Junior Challenge Wanaka, a 5km Fun Run, Swim the Course, Tri NZ Contact Cup Series and the signature event Challenge Wanaka as well the inaugural Lake Wanaka Half.



7. Best of luck to Shaye Hatty and Alison Croser who are both competing in IM New Zealand this weekend.





Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn



Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
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