Lake Alexander Update 12 Mar 2010

Hi All,

Lake Alexander has been reopened for swimming from today.

Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 10 March 2010

Hi All,

The mid week hump here already, is it just me or is the year flying for everyone else as well?

It's fantastic to see so many people out and about training. Race 1 of the Sprint Series will give us our first look in ages at the form of those with fast twitch fibres. It's been a while (way back in September) since we did a "real" tri, so Sunday's event is expected to draw a big crowd.

Thanks to those who have volunteered to assist on Sunday. RD Barry still requires another volunteer to act as course marshal at one of the bike turnarounds. We won't be able to start the event if this position can't be filled, so if you or someone you know, can volunteer please contact Barry (see below).

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 14 March 2010
Race 1 Sprint Series (inc. Women's Series)
Palmerston Pool
7am
750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run (short option 300m swim, 10km bike, 3km run)

Race Director: Barry Sullivan 8932 6569

Registration: Ron Griep / Tony Cox
Timekeepers: Jo Duncan / Kathy McKay
Fruit / Ice: Kathy McKay

Note:

1. URGENT: RD Barry Sullivan is still looking for another volunteer to act as Course Marshal at one of the bike turn around points. Please contact Barry directly, either by phone 8932 6569 (H) or email: barrysullivan96@yahoo.com if you can assist.


2. To be eligible for series points and prizes, please make sure you have completed your Darwin Triathlon Club membership online by Saturday: https://www.securedvirtualnet.com/Sma/Triath/

3. The pool will be open from 6.15am to allow access to change rooms only. No pool access until we receive OK from pool attendant (approx 6.30am). Your cooperation would be appreciated.

4. Allow extra time to get to Palmerston Pool on Sunday morning and make sure you don't forget any equipment!

5. Not registered by 6.45am = No race


FOR SALE / WANTED:

1. FOR SALE: Road bike; Giant Orca Sport, Carbon Alloy frame, Shimano Tiagra gearing, Speedo, Pedals. Very good condition as new. Would suit a woman around 160 – 170 cm. Asking price $1,100 Contact: John 0423 797 401

2. FOR SALE: New Vitesse ladies bike saddle, taken off a new Giant anthem ELITE (replaced it with ‘old favourite’) $30 Contact Nic: 0402 838 152

3. FOR SALE: GIANT TCR AERO 1- Medium alloy frame. Ultegra 9sp. Includes- Aerobars, speedo, cage, pedals. Just serviced with new cables and handle bars fitted.The bike has done minimal work as it was my intro bike into tri's and was quickly upgraded :) $1000 Contact - Kyle 0437 814 892 or at Cyclezone 8981 4436

4. Items for E News or requests for re runs by 8pm Sunday please.


OTHER NEWS:

1. Midweek form: Jane Marie Kerslake is looking oh so comfy on her new bike; Rose Stephens looks to be in good running form & was spotted last night at Dripstone Cliffs; Vincent Gilly is regaining some form lost in an accident late last year; James Geddes took to his bed with flu symptoms and Craig Garland is putting in the k's to run a marathon in May.

3. Mark Anzin & Rosie Sullivan went to Melbourne and straight into the hail storm.

4. Those bound for IM China and IM 70.3 China have all now departed Darwin. Lee Wilson arrived in Haikou a couple of days ago and sent back the message that it was cool and rainy. It was unseasonably chilly at a low 11 degrees (Celsius) today, but the temperature is forecast to increase by almost 20 degrees by the weekend. Sounds like perfect conditions for our members racing there. Go, go, go !!

5. Roland Muench is LA bound in June for a yoga training course.

6. Don't forget to send in your Dag of the Year nominations and bike crash details. We need them as they happen. Email to darwintriclub@bigpond.com and all nominations remain confidential.

7. The new Abu Dhabi Triathlon kicks off this Saturday. It boasts a huge prize purse for both Pro and Age Groupers. Distances are a bit odd. They have a 3km swim, 200km bike, 20km run and a 1.5km swim, 100km bike, 10km run to choose from. mmmmmm maybe next year !

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A polite TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... you know not to be on your aerobars in a group ride
... you don't spit or snot when group running or riding
... you don't grab, push or pull others during the swim leg (it's not combat swimming!)

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 8 March 2010

Photo: Chad & Brooke at Australia Day Sport reception at Parliament House







Hi All,

Excuse me while I spill tears of frustration. The world's best E News went down the gurgler due to ........ mmmmm perhaps my multi tasking skills aren't up to scratch this morning.

The good news is that our juniors were in action down at Lake Alex yesterday morning. They went through a run, swim, run format due to the Lake closure. I hear there was some very good form on show. Thanks to all those who assisted with the event. The kids are now looking forward to the NT Junior Triathlon C'ships on 21 March.

Race 1 of our annual Sprint (& Women's) Series kicks off this weekend at Palmerston Pool. With much of our attention lately focussed on our long distance lovers, the word is there are a lot of short course specialists eager to show off their form prior to Newcastle (21 March) and Mooloolaba (28 March). Thinking there will be some slick times on Sunday.

RD Barry Sullivan needs a couple of volunteers for the bike turnarounds on Sunday (see next event details).


RESULTS:

1. Ironman New Zealand, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Cameron Brown 8.21.52 Female: Joanna Lawn 9.14.35

Lucie Hardiman 14th F35-39 11.39.21
Rachel De Zoete 31st F30-34 12.45.59
Andrew Jones 116th M40-44 12.46.00
Ali Fitch dns

Others:

Natalie Wood 7th F35-39 11.15.29

2. Victor Harbor Triathlon, SA, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Luke Bell 1.52.43 Female: Maria Kosztovits 2.09.00

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 14 March 2010
Race 1 Sprint Series (inc. Women's Series)
Palmerston Pool
7am
750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run (short option 300m swim, 10km bike, 3km run)

Race Director: Barry Sullivan 8932 6569

Registration: Ron Griep / Tony Cox
Timekeepers: Jo Duncan / Kathy McKay
Fruit / Ice: Kathy McKay

Note:

1. For the race at Palmerston this Sun, Race director Barry Sullivan is looking for two volunteers to act as Course Marshals at the bike turn around points – one person for the shorter bike course, and one for the longer course. Please contact Barry directly, either by phone 8932 6569 (H) or email: barrysullivan96@yahoo.com if you can assist.

2. This is Race 1 of our annual Sprint Series and also our Women's Series.

3. Last season's Sprint Series winner was Jerome Bosmans and Women's Series winner was Belinda Birk.

4. Please make sure you have completed your membership online prior to Sunday and Join Darwin Triathlon Club: https://www.securedvirtualnet.com/Sma/Triath/ to be eligible for Series Points and prizes.

5. The pool will be open from 6.15am to allow access to change rooms only. No pool access until we receive OK from pool attendant (approx 6.30am). Your cooperation would be appreciated.

6. Don't forget it takes a little longer to get to Palmerston and it's a good idea to set your clocks to allow for travel time.

7. Not registered by 6.45am = No race


FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: New Vitesse ladies bike saddle, taken off a new Giant anthem ELITE (replaced it with ‘old favourite’) $30 Contact Nic: 0402 838 152

2. WANTED: Cyclist for team on Sunday for Sprint distance. Member wants to swim and run but doesn't have bike. Contact: darwintriclub@bigpond.com

3. FOR SALE: Ladies XS cannondale bike pants $15 Contact: Nic 0402 838 152

4. WANTED: "Anybody looking for a roommate for Singapore half? I'm in Singapore from 18th - 22nd Mar. I was planning on staying at the Roxy Mecure but flexible with the hotel as long as its fairly central to the race." Contact: Nic 0402 838 152

5. FOR SALE: GIANT TCR AERO 1- Medium alloy frame. Ultegra 9sp. Includes- Aerobars, speedo, cage, pedals. Just serviced with new cables and handle bars fitted.The bike has done minimal work as it was my intro bike into tri's and was quickly upgraded :) $1000 Contact - Kyle 0437 814 892 or at Cyclezone 89814436

6. FOR SALE: Giant TCR C2, 05 Full Carbon, size M, 55.5 top tube: Ultegra 6600 with 172.5mm cranks, Wheels have done less than 500km and will put a new chain, cluster, rings and cables on at time of sale. Asking $1650 Contact: Harry 0408 893 309

7. FOR SALE: Isaac Impulse 55.5 980g frame; Size Medium; full Ultegra 6700; Easton EA90 Aero wheels R4 Hubs; 3T bar/stem combo; Vittoria Rubino Pro folding tyres $6,150.00 Contact: Harry 0408 893 309

8. FOR SALE: Running shoes Women's size 9 Newton stability trainer shoes. Worn twice. Bargain at $85. Contact Robyn 0448 206 121

9. Items for next E News or requests for re runs by 8pm tomorrow please.


OTHER NEWS:

1. If you get the opportunity before they fly out, wish the following athletes good luck in Ironman China this weekend: David McLeod, Ian Norton, Shaye Hatty, Ali Croser and Rob Brooks.

2. Ditto those doing Ironman 70.3 China: Phill Hatty, Nikki Roddie, Lee Wilson, David Croser

3. Congratulations to Lisa Quinell and Pete Svara who announced their engagement recently.... something about climbing, beautiful views, very romantic !

4. Jac Crofton shouldn't have anymore punctures after Shaye Hatty's spell casting efforts to rid her of flat tyre jinx.

5. Media Hound: See attached on Sports Awards & IM New Zealand

6. We hear that Lucie Hardiman had some major gearing problems during the later stages of the bike in IM NZ.

7. Australian triathlete, Pete Jacobs, a favourite for IM OZ has a broken arm.

8. Tony Abbott (of budgie smuggler fame) is lining up for IM OZ.

9. While on budgie smugglers, a couple of interstaters saw a group of triathletes training at Lake Alex recently and asked if they were part of the Tony Abbott social club !

10. AT a recent reception at Parliament House, Chad Anderson accepted certificate on behalf of DTC for our participation in the Australia Day sports carnival. Thanks Chad.

11. DCC have advised that Lake Alexander remains closed. Testing will take place again tomorrow afternoon.

12. And still on speedos, who was that guy that ran through Nightcliff yesterday evening in nothing but?

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... colour coordination for race day is a high priority
... you google all the competitors in your age group checking up on their form
... you can walk unashamedly through the front entrance of your workplace in full Lycra


Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News