Robyn's E News 14 April 2010

Hi All,

Unless you have a spare 24 hrs you can send my way, this will be a pretty quick E News !

Lots happening on the tri front locally. Look for confirmation of Long Course venue soon - thanks to all who gave their feedback to Triathlon NT.

Our Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships are always high on everyone's agenda ... Lake Bennett course is a must do, it's a toughie and a real buzz ! Get in early to book your accommodation at the Resort (best rates in years are on offer).

For newer members, Lake Bennett is about 80km "down the track".

URGENT: We require a volunteer for timekeeping at Lake Bennett. Can you assist?

RESULTS:

1. OSIM Singapore International Triathlon, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Anthony McSweeney (AUS) 1.52.56 Female: Erin Densham (AUS) 2.10.04

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 24 April 2010
Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships
Lake Bennett
4.30pm
1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run
(Short option 500m swim, 15km bike, 4km run)

Race Director: Rob Brooks 0438 704 224
Registration: Simon Weise / Arullan Naidoo
Timekeeping: Deb Lewis / Volunteer Required
Fruit / Ice: Vincent Gilly

Note:

1. We have negotiated a special rate for those wishing to stay at the Resort following our Club Championships. It's a great opportunity for a weekend away. Please mention you are with DTC to access special rates per night as follows:

Standard $99; Resort suite $120; Family $145; Lake View suite (King) $159; Lake View suite (Queen) $159; Lake View Spa $189

2. Lake Bennett resort bookings contact lakebennettrec@optusnet.com.au or phone 8076 0960


FOR SALE / WANTED:

1. FOR SALE: Orca Apex 2 full sleeve women's wetsuit. Size M (chest 89-94cm; height 165-177cm; weight 60-67kg). Purchased in mid 2008 and worn for one race and a couple of training sessions - in as new condition with original storage bag and tags. For sale - $300. Welcome to have a look or try it on before you decide. More info at http://www.orca.com/category/apex-21. Contact: Beth 0419 889 549.

2. Items for next E News or requests for re advertising by Sunday 8pm.

OTHER NEWS:

1. World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), owners of the Ironman and Ironman 70.3 Series, have announced modifications to several rules and regulations relating to the swim at U.S. races. Effective September 1, 2010, which is the start of Ironman’s 2011 competition season, new rules for apparel and wetsuits will apply at all Ironman and 70.3 events in the U.S., including both World Championships. The amendments were made to further standardize rules in the Ironman/70.3 Series and ensure a fair playing field at events around the globe.
The changes will include the following:

Swimwear and swim apparel must be comprised of 100 percent textile material, such as nylon or lycra, and may not include rubberized material such as polyurethane or neoprene. Swimwear may not cover the neck or extend past the shoulders or knees. Swimwear may contain a zipper. A race kit or trisuit may be worn underneath swimwear.
Wetsuits cannot measure more than 5 millimetres thick.
Wetsuits may be worn in water temperatures up to and including 24.5 degrees Celsius/76.1 degrees Fahrenheit. Athletes who choose to wear a wetsuit in water temperatures exceeding 24.5 degrees C /76.1 degrees F will not be eligible for awards, including World Championship slots. Wetsuits will be prohibited in water temperatures greater than 28.8 degrees C/84 degrees F.
“Ironman recognizes the importance of showcasing the competitive element at all events. We believe these amendments place more emphasis on performance and function and less on technology, therefore staying true with the Ironman spirit,” says Ironman’s Head of Officials, Jimmy Riccitello.

Ironman’s rule changes are consistent with rule changes adopted by swimming and triathlon’s international governing bodies, FINA and ITU, respectively.

2. Media Hound: http://www.ntnews.com.au/article/2010/04/13/138911_ntsport.html

3. Congratulations to Heath Porter, Jason Jones and Chad Anderson. The guys were announced in Triathlon Australia's 2010 age group team for ITU World Triathlon Championships which take place in Budapest early in September. Watch for them to be training the house down over the coming months.

4. Heading for Singapore? You may be interested in one of the events in the Singapore Sprint Series. Further info: www.singaporesprintseries.com

5. Bali International Triathlon numbers are way up on last year. The introduction of the additional sprint distance event as well as the usual fun run make it an even better real destination event.

6. Anyone heading over to Kununurra for the tri there?

Busy, busy ....
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 12 April 2010

Photo: Swim start Ray White Darwin NT Sprint Distance Triathlon Championships

Hi All,

Absolutely brilliant conditions for the RAY WHITE DARWIN NT Sprint Distance Triathlon Championships (Race 3 Sprint Series) at Lake Alexander yesterday.

Our thanks to Race Director Craig Garland and the many volunteers who ensured the event ran very smoothly. Also great to see so many spectators come down & how good was it that they encouraged all competitors throughout the morning & many helped out as well.

Most pleasing to report that drafting was pretty much non existent yesterday. We did hammer the rules over the past fortnight and that, together with a draft zone demo during the race brief as well as a draft official out on the course obviously got the message across. Pat on the back for all competitors.

We would like to acknowledge and thank RAY WHITE DARWIN again for their generous sponsorship of this event.

RESULTS:

1. Ray White Darwin NT Sprint Distance Championships, Lake Alexander, 750m swim, 26km bike, 5km run

1 Chad Anderson 1 hr 06 mins 09 secs; 2 Tim Ellison 1.08.50; 3 Ian Norton 1.09.04; 4 Andrew Simpson 1.10.16; 5 David Crane 1.11.08; 6 Rob Weatherald 1.11.26; 7 Michelle Gailey 1.11.30; 8 Jason Jones 1.12.50; 9 Heath Porter 1.13.02; 10 James Geddes 1.14.22; 11 Roger Decurtins 1.14.25; 12 Blue Watt 1.15.07; 13 Phil Brownscombe 1.15.24; 14 Luke Collopy 1.15.25; 15 Rob Brooks 1.15.27; 16 Bec Thyne 1.15.28; 17 Peter Brady 1.15.47; 18 Emma Winterflood 1.16.18; 19 Mark Anzin 1.16.19; 20 Debbie Geerthuis 1.16.30; 21 John Thyne 1.17.16; 22 Scott Bevis 1.18.08; 23 Jack Forrest 1.18.41; 24 Nikki Roddie 1.18.45; 25 Sue Parora 1.18.49; 26 David Croser 1.18.54; 27 Russell Peacock 1.19.02; 28 Shaye Hatty 1.19.31; 29 Kent Taylor 1.19.51; 30 Jac Crofton 1.19.55; 31 Justin Tranter 1.20.02; 32 Nic French 1.20.03; 33 Andrew Packer 1.20.41; 34 Damien Brown 1.20.44; 35 Jamie Tomlinson 1.20.50; 36 Phil Lewis 1.21.05; 37 Phill Hatty 1.21.27; 38 Tim Lewis 1.21.34; 39 Belinda Birk 1.21.42; 40 Matt King 1.21.49; 41 Luke Hansen 1.22.07; 42 Lachlan McKenna 1.22.12; 43 Korgan Hucent 1.23.13; 44 Jane Marie Kerslake 1.23.33; 45 Daryl Stanley 1.23.55; 46 Bob Martin 1.24.00; 47 Monica Stewart 1.24.32; 48 Bertram Birk 1.24.54; 49 Dingo Hall 1.25.16; 50 Tom Keeler 1.25.19; 51 Tara Worby 1.25.22; 52 Brian Gallagher 1.25.30; 53 Ben Brady 1.25.47; 54 Ryoko Jones 1.27.17; 55 Matt Redmond 1.27.27; 56 Steve Denton 1.27.40; 57 Mat Frost 1.28.03; 58 Team Jeggo/Sullivan 1.28.13; 59 Angelika Hannon 1.28.26; 60 Stef Puszka 1.29.47; 61 Robyn Stanley 1.30.37; 62 Vicki Woodrow 1.30.38; 63 Jo Duncan 1.31.24; 64 Team Perkin/Stanley 1.31.28; 65 Barry Sullivan 1.32.14; 66 Peta Jeggo 1.32.27; 67 Karen Wilson 1.33.30; 68 Col Smith 1.34.29; 69 Karen Lewis 1.34.42; 70 Team Hatty/ J Mettam 1.36.19; 71 Brian Hannon 1.37.04; 72 Bill Piper 1.37.37; 73 Tass Liveris 1.30.31; 74 Amanda Brain 1.44.46; 75 Alan Day 1.45.23; 76 Erin Mettam 1.57.00; 77 Trudy Guiney dnf

NT Sprint Distance Champions:

Male: Chad Anderson
Female: Michelle Gailey

Age Group Winners:

Under 20 Tim Lewis /
20-24 Jamie Tomlinson / Bec Thyne
25-29 Chad Anderson / Michelle Gailey
30-34 Scott Bevis / Emma Winterflood
35-39 Ian Norton / Shaye Hatty
40-44 Jason Jones / Sue Parora
45-49 Tim Ellison / Belinda Birk
50-54 Rob Weatherald / Vicki Woodrow
55-59 Col Smith / Monica Stewart
60-64 Daryl Stanley /

2. ITU World Championships Series, Sydney, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: 1 Bevan Docherty (NZL) 1.51.27; 2 Alexander Brukhankov (RUS) 1.51.33; 3 David Hauss (FRA) 1.51.34
Female: 1 Barbara Riveros Diaz (CHI) 2.04.19; 2 Andrea Hewitt (NZL) 2.04.19; 3 Emma Moffatt (AUS) 2.04.20

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 24 April 2010
Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships
Lake Bennett
4.30pm
1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run
(Short option 500m swim, 15km bike, 4km run)

Race Director: Rob Brooks
Registration: Simon Weise / Arullan Naidoo
Timekeeping: Deb Lewis / Volunteer Required
Fruit / Ice: Vincent Gilly

Note:

1. We have negotiated a special rate for those wishing to stay at the Resort following our Club Championships. It's a great opportunity for a weekend away. Please mention you are with DTC to access special rates per night as follows:

Standard $99; Resort suite $120; Family $145; Lake View suite (King) $159; Lake View suite (Queen) $159; Lake View Spa $189

2. Lake Bennett resort bookings contact lakebennettrec@optusnet.com.au or phone 8076 0960

COMMITTEE NEWS:

1. Uniform design ticking away nicely. Hope to have order out to you all next week.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: 1. 2XU Women's Endurance Tri Short Black Size S Worn for a handful of times good condition ($20); 2. Nike Triathlon swim suit size XXS metallic blue, worn once ($20); 3. Speedo Swimwear Endurance 2-piece Lifeguard Navy with Red Size Small, Worn a handful of times ($15); 4. Speedo Swimwear “SHIFT”ENDURANCE Black & Pink Size Ladies 8/Girls12, Worn a couple of times ($15). Ordered the swimwear & tri short on internet and they were a little bigger than my size, except for Nike’s metallic blue swimsuit which was probably suitable for girls around 10 to 12 years old. Contact Ryoko 0421 421 051

2. FOR SALE: Men's Newton Cushion running shores, worn twice. Size US 14. New price $220 sell for $85. Contact Stu 0418 437 075

3. FOR SALE: Women's tri suit. It is a 2XU Endurance Suit, purple and lavender, size extra small, worn in one race only; sell for $50 Contact Nikki 0412 030 950

4. FOR SALE: For Sale: 1x Asics 2150 running shoes size men's 12. Never worn in box, this years model. Colour Red and White. $100 ($210 new). Contact: Caine 0422 166 796

5. FOR SALE: Unisex Darwin Tri Club tri top 1 x Large $88. Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com

6. Items for next E News & requests for repeat ads by tomorrow 9pm please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Media Hound: 1. Ali Croser has her name in lights in the latest TMSM for making Top 10 in the female field at IM China; 2 See NT News article pdf attached; 3 Some of our members are mentioned in the latest edition of Australian Triathlete.

2. Latest to have a run in with the infamous Waterfront Lagoon fish was Anthony Beven. He says it's about 60 cms long and about 25 cms high and more playful than aggressive.

3. More on the wheelbarrow pushing guy: he does it most days and also rides his bike on the same day. He swims laps and does boxing classes and he can also be seen most days in his driveway, skipping. He ran from Noonamah to town a few weeks ago - just for fun! Sounds like a triathlete waiting to happen. Someone give him our website address.

4. Sophie Hawken is back into training albeit only 1 hour a day. Like all new mum's, Soph is finding it very hard with a little man to look after full time.

5. While on new mum's, it was good to see Rosie Sullivan out running in a team yesterday. Also to see our Equipment Officer, Simon Jeggo, flying past on the bike. He was the swimmer/rider for the same team !

6. Some "old" faces in the competitor list yesterday. Andrew Simpson was back in Darwin and took the opportunity to have a hit out with his old club.... and still has what it takes ! Steve Denton was back in town from Indonesia and also came down to race.

7. If you are anywhere near Alice Springs on Monday 26 April 2010, don't forget that Alice Springs Triathlon Club are conducting the 2010 Alice Ultra which is dedicated to the late Tavis Johanssen. The Ultra competitors get underway at 5.30am. Two other distances are also on offer. Further info from Dean 0437 371 654. Organisers would love to see you there.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... you always head for the same rack spot at Lake Alex
... you still have number outlines on your arms
... you just checked to see if you still have numbers on your arms


Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News