Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy New Years!
Three of us are heading southwest of Canberra for a bit of a break and we'll see if we can check out the roads ahead of January's camp.
See you all in 2006!!
28 Dec 2005
27 Dec 2005
Port Mac Lottery
The Ironman Australia Lottery is open to all athletes who:
have completed at least one Half Ironman race or Ironman Western Australia that is part of the Ironman Australia Qualifying Series in the 2005-06 season AND wishes to compete in the 2006 Ironman Australia Triathlon being held on Sunday April 2.
All athletes wishing to enter the LOTTERY must register their interest online using the form below by 16 January 2006.
Please click on the “Lottery” button on the home page at www.ironmanoz.com
Please register your interest in the Lottery for each Half Ironman / Ironman race in the Series that you have completed eg if you have done 3 Half Ironman events, please register in the Lottery 3 times.
Everyone registered in the Lottery will be notified by email in January. Please ensure the email address you register with is correct.
The Ironman Australia Lottery will be drawn on 20 January 2006 and all applicants will be informed by 22 January 2006. At this time, successful applicants will be given a PIN number. This PIN number is required to complete the online entry form and payment for Ironman Australia.
If all Lottery slots are not accepted in the first round, a second Lottery draw will take place.
have completed at least one Half Ironman race or Ironman Western Australia that is part of the Ironman Australia Qualifying Series in the 2005-06 season AND wishes to compete in the 2006 Ironman Australia Triathlon being held on Sunday April 2.
All athletes wishing to enter the LOTTERY must register their interest online using the form below by 16 January 2006.
Please click on the “Lottery” button on the home page at www.ironmanoz.com
Please register your interest in the Lottery for each Half Ironman / Ironman race in the Series that you have completed eg if you have done 3 Half Ironman events, please register in the Lottery 3 times.
Everyone registered in the Lottery will be notified by email in January. Please ensure the email address you register with is correct.
The Ironman Australia Lottery will be drawn on 20 January 2006 and all applicants will be informed by 22 January 2006. At this time, successful applicants will be given a PIN number. This PIN number is required to complete the online entry form and payment for Ironman Australia.
If all Lottery slots are not accepted in the first round, a second Lottery draw will take place.
Ironman WA on TV
The 2005 Ironman Western Australia Triathlon television program will be aired on Channel 9 at 1:30pm on Saturday 28 January 2006.
Boxing Day
Chris, John and Lisa and me had an enjoyable start to the day running along the water.
It would be great to be able to take advantage of this again this summer.
It would be great to be able to take advantage of this again this summer.
24 Dec 2005
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas to everyone .. safe journey for those on the roads, in the air or sailing to Hobart!
A scorcher of a Saturday
Well it's probably the hottest Christmas Eve I've ever experienced, and I'm hoping it's the same for most of everyone else.
As of 1:30pm (after a long bike and a short run), the current temperature is 38 degrees -- or the forecast maximum for today. Whew.
As of 1:30pm (after a long bike and a short run), the current temperature is 38 degrees -- or the forecast maximum for today. Whew.
22 Dec 2005
Training Dec 27 - Jan 3
Tue 27 - bike 5:45 am york rd gates ..hard session as per prog
Wed 28 - swim 6 am north bondi (bondifit) or 6:30 pm clovelly (bondifit)
run 7:40 am cent park mkay oval for track session
Thurs 29 - easy bike 5:45 am york rd gates
Fri 30 - swim 6am clovelly or 6:30 pm north bondi (bondifit )
no planned run, email me if want to join up for easy am run
Sat 31 - 6 am york rd gates - 120k or 170k - nato park and explained on the day
swim - nothing planned, advise if anyone is up for it?
New Year's Day - 6:30 am york rd gates optional bike 100k easy to kurnell
Mon 2 - 9am north bondi swim
Tue 3rd - as normal
Note:not going north over xmas due to lack of numbers but will in the new year when everyones back from hols
EMAIL ME IF ANY Q,S
REGARDS
JH
Wed 28 - swim 6 am north bondi (bondifit) or 6:30 pm clovelly (bondifit)
run 7:40 am cent park mkay oval for track session
Thurs 29 - easy bike 5:45 am york rd gates
Fri 30 - swim 6am clovelly or 6:30 pm north bondi (bondifit )
no planned run, email me if want to join up for easy am run
Sat 31 - 6 am york rd gates - 120k or 170k - nato park and explained on the day
swim - nothing planned, advise if anyone is up for it?
New Year's Day - 6:30 am york rd gates optional bike 100k easy to kurnell
Mon 2 - 9am north bondi swim
Tue 3rd - as normal
Note:not going north over xmas due to lack of numbers but will in the new year when everyones back from hols
EMAIL ME IF ANY Q,S
REGARDS
JH
Training Dec22-26
Note:some swim training with stg or bondifit due to lack of numbers in previous years at xmas time ... more fun with more people and something different(with bondifit its' 10$ casual)
Thurs 22nd - bike as usual
Fri 23rd - run as usual, no planned session, email me if u want to join up for easy run ... swim 6:30 pm north bondi (bondifit)
Sat 24th - bike 6:00 am york rd gates - 120k or 160k nato park and explained on the day, Sat swim xmas eve, nothing planned, advise if anyone is up for it?
Christmas Day - bike 6:30 am york rd gates, optional 100k easy to kurnell
Boxing Day - run/swim
Starting at north bondi surf club at 6:00 am sharp
Aprox distances below,swim stops on way out only.
Bondi-bronte 4km .. stopping for swims at noth bondi,mkenzies,bronte
Brontee-coogee 6km .. stopping at clovelly,gordons bay,coogee
That’s aprox 10km out easy .. with return 20k total
Return is e2 pace,
those needing more km's keep going after north bondi up military rd (reverse city to surf) to add the extra km's .. ie .. if doing 30k its 5k up 5k back .. finish with dip in the sea or relaxing swim.
Please take enough fuel with u and vaso in between toes or something to dry feet .. swims will be adjusted so everyone catches up and starts each run leg together
This is on rain hail snow or thunder !
Or
Brat boxing day fun run 10 am 4k handicap …near kiosk
Thurs 22nd - bike as usual
Fri 23rd - run as usual, no planned session, email me if u want to join up for easy run ... swim 6:30 pm north bondi (bondifit)
Sat 24th - bike 6:00 am york rd gates - 120k or 160k nato park and explained on the day, Sat swim xmas eve, nothing planned, advise if anyone is up for it?
Christmas Day - bike 6:30 am york rd gates, optional 100k easy to kurnell
Boxing Day - run/swim
Starting at north bondi surf club at 6:00 am sharp
Aprox distances below,swim stops on way out only.
Bondi-bronte 4km .. stopping for swims at noth bondi,mkenzies,bronte
Brontee-coogee 6km .. stopping at clovelly,gordons bay,coogee
That’s aprox 10km out easy .. with return 20k total
Return is e2 pace,
those needing more km's keep going after north bondi up military rd (reverse city to surf) to add the extra km's .. ie .. if doing 30k its 5k up 5k back .. finish with dip in the sea or relaxing swim.
Please take enough fuel with u and vaso in between toes or something to dry feet .. swims will be adjusted so everyone catches up and starts each run leg together
This is on rain hail snow or thunder !
Or
Brat boxing day fun run 10 am 4k handicap …near kiosk
Ultrarunners unite
Is Ironman too easy? Well, check out this article in outside magazine
http://outside.away.com/outside/bodywork/200510/ultrarunners-1.html
(thanks anthony)
http://outside.away.com/outside/bodywork/200510/ultrarunners-1.html
(thanks anthony)
Who needs a wetsuit?
From Agence France Press:
Wearing only Speedos, UK endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh has completed two record-breaking swims in the icy waters of Antarctica, a statement from his expedition says.
Pugh, who broke the record for long-distance swimming in the Arctic in August, took 18 minutes and 10 seconds to complete a one-kilometre swim off Petermann Island on December 14.
It was the southernmost swim ever undertaken at 65 degrees 10 south. That record was held by American swimmer Lynn Cox, who swam at 64 degrees south in 2003.
Pugh took the plunge two days later near Deception Island to swim 1.65 kilometres in 30 minutes and 30 seconds, according to the statement.
It marked the first time that a swimmer had been in such cold water (2-3 degrees Celsius) for so long.
"As soon as I dived in, I had a screaming pain all over my body," Pugh said in a statement released from his MV Polar Star ice breaker from Drake Passage.
"After three minutes, I'd lost all feeling in my hands and feet. And after six minutes I lost all feeling throughout my arms and legs," he said.
"I am not sure how I kept on going for so long. I had to concentrate all the time and swim as fast as I could to keep the cold out."
University of Cape Town Professor Tim Noakes, who headed a team of sports scientists accompanying Pugh, said the swimmer was able to survive the icy waters due to a combination of factors.
"When he enters the water, his core body temperature is extremely high (38.4 degrees Celsius) and he is able to maintain this temperature for up to 15 minutes in ice cold water.
"But most importantly, he has an iron will.
Wearing only Speedos, UK endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh has completed two record-breaking swims in the icy waters of Antarctica, a statement from his expedition says.
Pugh, who broke the record for long-distance swimming in the Arctic in August, took 18 minutes and 10 seconds to complete a one-kilometre swim off Petermann Island on December 14.
It was the southernmost swim ever undertaken at 65 degrees 10 south. That record was held by American swimmer Lynn Cox, who swam at 64 degrees south in 2003.
Pugh took the plunge two days later near Deception Island to swim 1.65 kilometres in 30 minutes and 30 seconds, according to the statement.
It marked the first time that a swimmer had been in such cold water (2-3 degrees Celsius) for so long.
"As soon as I dived in, I had a screaming pain all over my body," Pugh said in a statement released from his MV Polar Star ice breaker from Drake Passage.
"After three minutes, I'd lost all feeling in my hands and feet. And after six minutes I lost all feeling throughout my arms and legs," he said.
"I am not sure how I kept on going for so long. I had to concentrate all the time and swim as fast as I could to keep the cold out."
University of Cape Town Professor Tim Noakes, who headed a team of sports scientists accompanying Pugh, said the swimmer was able to survive the icy waters due to a combination of factors.
"When he enters the water, his core body temperature is extremely high (38.4 degrees Celsius) and he is able to maintain this temperature for up to 15 minutes in ice cold water.
"But most importantly, he has an iron will.
21 Dec 2005
Seeking Indoor Trainer
Does anyone have an indoor trainer - can be basic - that they would like to loan, rent or sell to me? I'd like to have it for the next two months to be able to do a bit extra cycling work without having to go to the park each time.
triathlete_tim@yahoo.com
thanks
triathlete_tim@yahoo.com
thanks
20 Dec 2005
One more Roth reminder
DATE: 10-DEC-2005
The Quelle Challenge Roth, the world’s largest long-course triathlon, is expected to reach its capacity by January 1, weeks earlier than anticipated.
At the moment, the popular relay division is already filled and more than 1,800 athletes have registered for the individual iron-distance test over the historic course. Only 700 places remain and there will be no waiting list for 2006. Each day another 50 to 70 entries arrive in the race offices.
The Quelle Challenge Roth, the world’s largest long-course triathlon, is expected to reach its capacity by January 1, weeks earlier than anticipated.
At the moment, the popular relay division is already filled and more than 1,800 athletes have registered for the individual iron-distance test over the historic course. Only 700 places remain and there will be no waiting list for 2006. Each day another 50 to 70 entries arrive in the race offices.
Results on multisport
There are some Canberra half splits and Kurnell results on
http://www.multisportaustralia.com.au/default.aspx
(thanks jenny)
http://www.multisportaustralia.com.au/default.aspx
(thanks jenny)
16 Dec 2005
It's on again
Ok. I'm hesitant to say much at all but as per Dingo's message, it's on again. But don't tell anyone in my age group, or Dingo's. Shhhhh.
Weekend Training
Sat bike:6 am york rd gates
Will split 2/3 groups after tunnel if enough people
No laparuse Out easy to airport tunnel
Pacey to sutho garage for first short stop Easy to auderly 30k to waterfall but with left turn to beach named on the day (lol)(shorter distance people no left turn) up waterfall hill end hit at sutho garage for short stop easy until after brighton…10k pacey back those racing and want to be fresher sit on back group
sat brat tri 1:30 pm hefron park
sun bike 6:15 am york rd gates :easy la puruse waterfall…note I,m down for kurnell so if its on I wont be at the ride
sun night HILLBILLIES XMAS PARTY 7PM ICEBERGS…TAKE BRAT MEMBERSHIP OR GET SIGNED IN
please advise anyone who will be there-short notice sorry !!
Monday swim with colin from stg…great session 6:30 pm north bondi surf club 10$ casual
NOTE:THOSE WHO ARE RIDING OVER XMAS IF YOUR KEEN TO GO NORTH LET ME KNOW AND I,LL SEE RESPONSE
Don’t forget to get your camp money in if havn,t already done so……also feedback form
Regards
jh
Will split 2/3 groups after tunnel if enough people
No laparuse Out easy to airport tunnel
Pacey to sutho garage for first short stop Easy to auderly 30k to waterfall but with left turn to beach named on the day (lol)(shorter distance people no left turn) up waterfall hill end hit at sutho garage for short stop easy until after brighton…10k pacey back those racing and want to be fresher sit on back group
sat brat tri 1:30 pm hefron park
sun bike 6:15 am york rd gates :easy la puruse waterfall…note I,m down for kurnell so if its on I wont be at the ride
sun night HILLBILLIES XMAS PARTY 7PM ICEBERGS…TAKE BRAT MEMBERSHIP OR GET SIGNED IN
please advise anyone who will be there-short notice sorry !!
Monday swim with colin from stg…great session 6:30 pm north bondi surf club 10$ casual
NOTE:THOSE WHO ARE RIDING OVER XMAS IF YOUR KEEN TO GO NORTH LET ME KNOW AND I,LL SEE RESPONSE
Don’t forget to get your camp money in if havn,t already done so……also feedback form
Regards
jh
15 Dec 2005
Thredbo Camp Link
See this link for details on the camp
http://hillbilliescamp.blogspot.com/
It's also on the right hand side with the other links.
http://hillbilliescamp.blogspot.com/
It's also on the right hand side with the other links.
More Kona Spots - Maybe
From IMG:
"We are hoping to increase our Hawaii qualifying slots at Ironman Western Australia and Ironman Australia next season (2006-07) and are currently in negotiations with World Triathlon Corporation."
"We are hoping to increase our Hawaii qualifying slots at Ironman Western Australia and Ironman Australia next season (2006-07) and are currently in negotiations with World Triathlon Corporation."
2006-07 Half Ironman Dates
6-May-06 Busselton
Busselton , WA
www.busseltonhalf.com
13-Aug-06 Seaspray-Rydges Capricorn
Yeppoon, North Queensland
www.capricornhalf.com
3-Sep-06 Lake Tinaroo (aka Cairns)
Lake Tinaroo, North Queensland
www.ironmantri.com.au
1-Oct-06 Cannibal Gold Coast
Gold Coast, Queensland
www.usmevents.com.au
22-Oct-06 Meningie Half
South Australia
http://valestriathlonclub.org.au/index2htm
5-Nov-06 Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie, NSW
www.portmacquariehalfironman.com
3-Dec-06 Ironman Western Australia
Busselton, WA
www.ironmanwa.com
3-Dec-06 Laguna Phuket
Phuket, Thailand
www.lagunaphukettriathlon.com
10-Dec-06 Shepparton Half
Shepparton, Victoria
www.shepparton-triathlon.org.au
14-Jan-07 Tasmania Half
Devonport, Tasmania
www.triathlontasmania.org
Busselton , WA
www.busseltonhalf.com
13-Aug-06 Seaspray-Rydges Capricorn
Yeppoon, North Queensland
www.capricornhalf.com
3-Sep-06 Lake Tinaroo (aka Cairns)
Lake Tinaroo, North Queensland
www.ironmantri.com.au
1-Oct-06 Cannibal Gold Coast
Gold Coast, Queensland
www.usmevents.com.au
22-Oct-06 Meningie Half
South Australia
http://valestriathlonclub.org.au/index2htm
5-Nov-06 Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie, NSW
www.portmacquariehalfironman.com
3-Dec-06 Ironman Western Australia
Busselton, WA
www.ironmanwa.com
3-Dec-06 Laguna Phuket
Phuket, Thailand
www.lagunaphukettriathlon.com
10-Dec-06 Shepparton Half
Shepparton, Victoria
www.shepparton-triathlon.org.au
14-Jan-07 Tasmania Half
Devonport, Tasmania
www.triathlontasmania.org
14 Dec 2005
Forster Ultra Cancelled
13 December 2005
The Great Lakes International Triathlon Association (GLITA) has this morning announced the cancellation of the 2006 Forster Ultra Triathlon. It will not proceed due to the reduced number of athlete entries and subsequent withdrawal of major sponsorship support. A concentrated number of competing events on the competition calendar has also impacted on the event.
GLITA will ensure that no party bears the financial burden of this unfortunate situation. All athlete entry fees and out of pocket expenses as well as sponsorship contributions will be refunded in full.
The Great Lakes International Triathlon Association (GLITA) has this morning announced the cancellation of the 2006 Forster Ultra Triathlon. It will not proceed due to the reduced number of athlete entries and subsequent withdrawal of major sponsorship support. A concentrated number of competing events on the competition calendar has also impacted on the event.
GLITA will ensure that no party bears the financial burden of this unfortunate situation. All athlete entry fees and out of pocket expenses as well as sponsorship contributions will be refunded in full.
13 Dec 2005
IM Malaysia Delayed
OFFICIAL NOTICE TO ALL IRONMAN MALAYSIA PARTICIPANTS
We wish to inform all participants that we regretfully have to postpone the February 2006 Langkawi IRONMAN triathlon event.
We expect that all outstanding issues with the WTC will be resolved by May, 2006 and we will make an official announcement then. We expect the race to be rescheduled to May/June 2006.
We wish to inform all participants that we regretfully have to postpone the February 2006 Langkawi IRONMAN triathlon event.
We expect that all outstanding issues with the WTC will be resolved by May, 2006 and we will make an official announcement then. We expect the race to be rescheduled to May/June 2006.
Kurnell TV Kurnell TV
ENTER NOW FOR KURNELL ONE - ENTRIES CLOSE 5:00pm WEDNESDAY!
Kurnell and Triathlon to be on TV
That's right, entries close 5:00pm, Wednesday, December 14th for the first round
Channel 9 will be running promotions for the sports of the forthcoming Commonwealth Games and will film the Kurnell race this Sunday to promote Triathlon.
Kurnell and Triathlon to be on TV
That's right, entries close 5:00pm, Wednesday, December 14th for the first round
Channel 9 will be running promotions for the sports of the forthcoming Commonwealth Games and will film the Kurnell race this Sunday to promote Triathlon.
12 Dec 2005
Roth Entry
The Quelle Challenge Roth, the world’s largest long-course triathlon, is expected to reach its capacity by January 1, weeks earlier than anticipated.
At the moment, the popular relay division is already filled and more than 1,800 athletes have registered for the individual iron-distance test over the historic course. Only 700 places remain and there will be no waiting list for 2006. Each day another 50 to 70 entries arrive in the race offices.
2200 will be on the start line
For more information about the Quelle Challenge Roth,
visit www.challenge-roth.com.
At the moment, the popular relay division is already filled and more than 1,800 athletes have registered for the individual iron-distance test over the historic course. Only 700 places remain and there will be no waiting list for 2006. Each day another 50 to 70 entries arrive in the race offices.
2200 will be on the start line
For more information about the Quelle Challenge Roth,
visit www.challenge-roth.com.
Provisional Results - Canb 1/2
There are some provisional -- final time -- results on the Canberra Half site.
I think the following competed as individuals: Mark, Jezz, Thomas, Jenny, Me, Alice, Christophe, Andrea, Tony G and Anthony
On teams, Eva, Ian D, Margreet, Ollie, Kristy
I did see a few other faces but couldn't immediately see results .. Kim
Mark came home in 4:44:14 clearly showing that he likes cycling in the hills. Jezz followed at 5:07 and Thomas at 5:13.
I think the following competed as individuals: Mark, Jezz, Thomas, Jenny, Me, Alice, Christophe, Andrea, Tony G and Anthony
On teams, Eva, Ian D, Margreet, Ollie, Kristy
I did see a few other faces but couldn't immediately see results .. Kim
Mark came home in 4:44:14 clearly showing that he likes cycling in the hills. Jezz followed at 5:07 and Thomas at 5:13.
11 Dec 2005
Athlete of the Weekend
Anthony Donnelly made his return to triathlon at the Canberra Half, and he did it in style.
About 15 months ago, Anthony was hit by a car while returning home after a morning training session in Watson’s Bay. The impact broke his ankle. His bike was a write off.
With a lot of hard work – and a determination to return to Ironman, he has regained most of the movement in his ankle. And he’s running faster now than ever. A few weeks ago, he bought a new bike.
This weekend the objective for him was to complete the race - his first since Ironman 2004. As he’s a five-time finisher of Ironman Australia, he didn’t need to qualify this year. The ONE requirement was that he complete one of the qualifying races.
As many of us found out, the bike course involved several laps, but of varying dimensions. And the signs weren’t clear enough.
Anthony found himself at T2 with just 75km on his odometer and he knew something wasn’t right. After checking with some officials, he rode back out on the course, retracing the final 20km, until he reached the spot where he should have turned left instead of going straight.
At that point, the race officials there suggested he finish the lap and the course as it was designed. And so he did. For a short period of time, he was the last cyclist on the course.
He made it back into T2 with 122.6km done and then went out and ran. His finish time of about 7 hours reflects his persistence to do it the right way.
[After the race, he joked that at least the extra mileage allowed him to drop the guy who was hugging his wheel.]
As he’s a fit looking guy, there were a lot of double takes from spectators as he cruised through the run – leading the finish-line announcer to question what he was doing crossing the line so late in the day.
The race referee was beside himself that Anthony did what he did, assuring him that he had earned his spot to go to Port Mac. And so while the results don’t show it, his performance is what I consider to be remarkable.
Top of the Morning to you Mr Donnelly!!
About 15 months ago, Anthony was hit by a car while returning home after a morning training session in Watson’s Bay. The impact broke his ankle. His bike was a write off.
With a lot of hard work – and a determination to return to Ironman, he has regained most of the movement in his ankle. And he’s running faster now than ever. A few weeks ago, he bought a new bike.
This weekend the objective for him was to complete the race - his first since Ironman 2004. As he’s a five-time finisher of Ironman Australia, he didn’t need to qualify this year. The ONE requirement was that he complete one of the qualifying races.
As many of us found out, the bike course involved several laps, but of varying dimensions. And the signs weren’t clear enough.
Anthony found himself at T2 with just 75km on his odometer and he knew something wasn’t right. After checking with some officials, he rode back out on the course, retracing the final 20km, until he reached the spot where he should have turned left instead of going straight.
At that point, the race officials there suggested he finish the lap and the course as it was designed. And so he did. For a short period of time, he was the last cyclist on the course.
He made it back into T2 with 122.6km done and then went out and ran. His finish time of about 7 hours reflects his persistence to do it the right way.
[After the race, he joked that at least the extra mileage allowed him to drop the guy who was hugging his wheel.]
As he’s a fit looking guy, there were a lot of double takes from spectators as he cruised through the run – leading the finish-line announcer to question what he was doing crossing the line so late in the day.
The race referee was beside himself that Anthony did what he did, assuring him that he had earned his spot to go to Port Mac. And so while the results don’t show it, his performance is what I consider to be remarkable.
Top of the Morning to you Mr Donnelly!!
Canb 1/2 Notes
Superb conditions for racing .. lake as calm as, some wind on the bike and warm but not over the top on the run
Due to weather conditions earlier in the week, trees blown over etc, the swim exit to bike compound included about 1/2km detour run .. so T1 times were a bit lengthy
Bike course involved Lap1/Lap2 and Lap3 to home out on the course and confused a few people -- some returned to T2 with about 75km on their odometres .. others had to turnaround and retrace part of the ride
New plastic water sachets -- coolest aid station development in decades!!!
Due to weather conditions earlier in the week, trees blown over etc, the swim exit to bike compound included about 1/2km detour run .. so T1 times were a bit lengthy
Bike course involved Lap1/Lap2 and Lap3 to home out on the course and confused a few people -- some returned to T2 with about 75km on their odometres .. others had to turnaround and retrace part of the ride
New plastic water sachets -- coolest aid station development in decades!!!
Canb 1/2 Official
official news release
"ACT youngster Aaron Farlow led out the Ironman Wetsuits 1.9km swim with Leon Griffen and Chris Dimitrief in hot pursuit as they made their way to the swim-to-bike transition.
Once the leaders got to the first large climb of the race, Griffen attacked on the bike and was able to gain two minutes on his rivals by the time he reached the 30km mark of the race. From here the Victorian was never headed on the 90.1km course. Coming into the bike-to-run transition with a six-minute lead, Griffen was then able to cruise to victory on the 21.1km run crossing the line in 4:09.02
In second place was Dimitrief who finished 10 minutes behind Griffen in a time of 4:19:42. The third professional athlete home was ACT’s Stuart Bardsley who finished in 4:26:28 ahead of Victorian Tim Berkel, with early swim leader Farlow finishing fifth.
On adjusted time age-group athletes filled three of the top five finishing times. Klayten Smith, Campbell Maffet and Darren Benson all produced excellent races that saw them finish third, fourth and fifth respectively.
In the women’s race Susan Peter claimed her second win in the Snap Australian Half Ironman Series by taking out the Canberra City Half Ironman Triathlon.
Her victory again came from her superior cycle leg which saw Peter enter the bike-to-run transition with a solid lead over Allison Kean. Once onto the run Peter maintained her position at the front of the race and claimed victory in a time of 4:50:55. Kean held onto second place in a time of 4:53:53, holding off Belinda Halloran who was the third professional athlete across the line in 4:54:55.
As in the men’s race, two age-group athletes also filled the third and fifth positions on adjusted time. Kirra Rankin placed third in 4:54:41 while Jennifer Gibson placed fifth in 5:00:03."
"ACT youngster Aaron Farlow led out the Ironman Wetsuits 1.9km swim with Leon Griffen and Chris Dimitrief in hot pursuit as they made their way to the swim-to-bike transition.
Once the leaders got to the first large climb of the race, Griffen attacked on the bike and was able to gain two minutes on his rivals by the time he reached the 30km mark of the race. From here the Victorian was never headed on the 90.1km course. Coming into the bike-to-run transition with a six-minute lead, Griffen was then able to cruise to victory on the 21.1km run crossing the line in 4:09.02
In second place was Dimitrief who finished 10 minutes behind Griffen in a time of 4:19:42. The third professional athlete home was ACT’s Stuart Bardsley who finished in 4:26:28 ahead of Victorian Tim Berkel, with early swim leader Farlow finishing fifth.
On adjusted time age-group athletes filled three of the top five finishing times. Klayten Smith, Campbell Maffet and Darren Benson all produced excellent races that saw them finish third, fourth and fifth respectively.
In the women’s race Susan Peter claimed her second win in the Snap Australian Half Ironman Series by taking out the Canberra City Half Ironman Triathlon.
Her victory again came from her superior cycle leg which saw Peter enter the bike-to-run transition with a solid lead over Allison Kean. Once onto the run Peter maintained her position at the front of the race and claimed victory in a time of 4:50:55. Kean held onto second place in a time of 4:53:53, holding off Belinda Halloran who was the third professional athlete across the line in 4:54:55.
As in the men’s race, two age-group athletes also filled the third and fifth positions on adjusted time. Kirra Rankin placed third in 4:54:41 while Jennifer Gibson placed fifth in 5:00:03."
9 Dec 2005
Shark near Icebergs
In case you haven't heard, apparently there is one, perhaps more, sharks cruising near the icebergs -- apparently in the water too! And it's a great time to catch some salmon for a BBQ!
"Swimmers were ordered out of the water at Sydney's Tamarama beach today after the second reported shark sighting in the area this week.
Lifesavers spotted the shark following a school of salmon about 200 metres offshore from the beach, south of Bondi beach.
Lifesaver Andrew O'Sullivan said crews used jetskis to scare the shark away.
"We try to break up a school of fish by making a lot of noise with the jetski, turning and revving it hard, and hopefully that will get rid of the shark's interest and will move onto something else," Mr O'Sullivan told Network Ten.
Polair was also called in to patrol the area.
It is the second reported shark sighting in the area this week. Lifeguards said they spotted a four-metre-long bronze whaler or tiger shark at Mackenzies Bay, just north of Tamarama Beach, on Tuesday evening.
AAP"
"Swimmers were ordered out of the water at Sydney's Tamarama beach today after the second reported shark sighting in the area this week.
Lifesavers spotted the shark following a school of salmon about 200 metres offshore from the beach, south of Bondi beach.
Lifesaver Andrew O'Sullivan said crews used jetskis to scare the shark away.
"We try to break up a school of fish by making a lot of noise with the jetski, turning and revving it hard, and hopefully that will get rid of the shark's interest and will move onto something else," Mr O'Sullivan told Network Ten.
Polair was also called in to patrol the area.
It is the second reported shark sighting in the area this week. Lifeguards said they spotted a four-metre-long bronze whaler or tiger shark at Mackenzies Bay, just north of Tamarama Beach, on Tuesday evening.
AAP"
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Give it a go!
If you think you are beaten, you are.
If you think you dare not, you don’t.
If you’d like to win but think you can’t,
it’s almost a cinch you won’t.
If you think you’ll lose, you’ve lost,
for out in the world we find…
Success begins with a fellows will,
it’s all in a state of mind.
Life’s battles don’t go to the stronger or faster man,
but soon or late, the man who wins
is the one who thinks he can.
If you think you dare not, you don’t.
If you’d like to win but think you can’t,
it’s almost a cinch you won’t.
If you think you’ll lose, you’ve lost,
for out in the world we find…
Success begins with a fellows will,
it’s all in a state of mind.
Life’s battles don’t go to the stronger or faster man,
but soon or late, the man who wins
is the one who thinks he can.
Charlotte's Sponsors
I’d like to thank all my supporters and sponsors.
Daryl Phillips from Performance Health, he fixes all my niggles.
Australian Hyperbaric Therapy Centre, Bondi Junction, for aiding my recovery between sessions so that I could train optimally each time out.
Ainsley and Robyn from Inner City Cycles for my entire bike needs.
Paulette at Jaggad, for a super comfy race suit.
Kristian, for believing in me 110%.
Mark Newton my coach, for getting me to the next level, and never putting limits on my capability.
The HERT athletes who give me encouragement and are great company.
Helen and Pete Berckelman for being flexible and understanding.
Mike Shaw and Steve Firth you know why.
Daryl Phillips from Performance Health, he fixes all my niggles.
Australian Hyperbaric Therapy Centre, Bondi Junction, for aiding my recovery between sessions so that I could train optimally each time out.
Ainsley and Robyn from Inner City Cycles for my entire bike needs.
Paulette at Jaggad, for a super comfy race suit.
Kristian, for believing in me 110%.
Mark Newton my coach, for getting me to the next level, and never putting limits on my capability.
The HERT athletes who give me encouragement and are great company.
Helen and Pete Berckelman for being flexible and understanding.
Mike Shaw and Steve Firth you know why.
Dingo's Sponsors
THANKS
1) JH for getting me to the line fit and fast
2) Ollie and Mick from Cheeky Monkey, for lending me their bike wheels, after a problem with mine, and the excellent service I continually get there
3) Gina for being a wonderful girlfriend and her support through the training. Stick in there babe, it will happen
4) The group in particular, Animal, Damo, Mark G, Lisa, Dean, Tim, and Annabel for the smash up sessions we go through
5) Pete and Christian for the course tips. Wendo (especially getting the Goose to cheer), Margreet, Fee, Mona and Christian for the support on the course.
6) Mona for getting me the High 5 bars after I left my nutrition in the fridge on race morning.
7) Everyone else I have forgotten that has helped me, bascially everyone in the group.
8) The schoolies that continued to give me entertainment on the course making me laugh every time I ran past them. Kept it real for me.
Dingo
1) JH for getting me to the line fit and fast
2) Ollie and Mick from Cheeky Monkey, for lending me their bike wheels, after a problem with mine, and the excellent service I continually get there
3) Gina for being a wonderful girlfriend and her support through the training. Stick in there babe, it will happen
4) The group in particular, Animal, Damo, Mark G, Lisa, Dean, Tim, and Annabel for the smash up sessions we go through
5) Pete and Christian for the course tips. Wendo (especially getting the Goose to cheer), Margreet, Fee, Mona and Christian for the support on the course.
6) Mona for getting me the High 5 bars after I left my nutrition in the fridge on race morning.
7) Everyone else I have forgotten that has helped me, bascially everyone in the group.
8) The schoolies that continued to give me entertainment on the course making me laugh every time I ran past them. Kept it real for me.
Dingo
Charlotte's Day in WA
Whose idea was it to do 20 hours of flying 2 days after an Ironman? Ludicrous. It just goes to show how quickly we forget pain! Well I am now recuperating in sunny Somerset, and have been looking back on my race.
My 7th Ironman is done and dusted and I am over the moon, as it’s my best race and my best result to date. I have been trying to run a sub 3.10 marathon for the last four Ironman races, and finally I have nailed it.
I had a great week leading up to the race. I was relaxed, well prepared, super organised and happy! I think I had an advantage over the other girls in that I had not raced Ironman since April, so was raring to go. Mentally I was fresh, and I think that is very important. I don’t remember ever feeling so excited to race. Physically I felt I was in the best shape I have ever been in. My training was lighter than it has been in the past, so I didn’t feel overcooked. And my recovery had been prioritised with regular trips to the hyperbaric chamber. This gave me the feeling of quiet confidence. I wanted to compete like the underdog, pressure free, and raise my level of play.
We woke on race morning to the sounds of thunder and lightning. Recalling the swim director’s comments at race briefing I had to laugh, he said “ don’t worry about the sharks out there, more Australians are killed every year by lightning!” I wondered if this was to be a repeat of the Korea 2004 Ironman duathlon? But it is what it is, and race morning preparation continued regardless.
Swim start was postponed by 30 minutes, at which point the rain had stopped, and we could see gaps in the clouds starting to appear.
The swim was different this year, one lap all the way round the jetty, which was great for navigation. There was plenty of chop, but it was just head down and get through it. It was my slowest swim since 2003, but I didn’t feel wasted and I was in contention, so job done.
Out onto the bike, my expectations were to ride a similar time to last year. The concentration techniques I had been practicing through the week worked a treat. I was able to keep my mind on the race, thinking about technique and cadence, and the time flew. Better still, I enjoyed the ride, I was full of confidence and I was smiling! I did a lot of technique work over the winter with my coach Mark Newton, and rode with a higher cadence than last year (96rpm). I didn’t get off the bike any quicker this year, but I felt much fresher.
My plan for the run was to start the first km easy and build into 4min30/km pace. Well, the first km felt easy, but I went through the first 4kms in under 17 mins. Whoops! But it felt so slow that I actually wondered if the schoolies had been messing with the signs. My heart rate was ok, I felt comfortable, and I wasn’t pushing, so I decided to go with it. I settled at 4.30 pace at around the 10km mark, and just kept going. I was catching girls easily and it was a great feeling.
I was getting heaps of encouragement from the crowds and fellow competitors. Before I knew it I was in third, and eyeing up the distance to second. Kristian was going nuts! Talk about ruining my surprise. I had Marilyn Macdonald within sights, and I was thinking about sneaking up and then blasting past so there would be no chance of a pick up in her pace. But Kristian, the foghorn, put an end to that idea. I think the whole of Busselton knew that I was about to overtake! I got a bit emotional at this point, realising I had second place, but had to put it out of my mind. It got me choked up and I couldn’t breathe! I had to just focus on the present.
The last 100 metres was a fantastic feeling. I wanted to lap it up, but still wanted to get over the line as quickly as possible! You couldn’t wipe the smile off my face!
I just feel so happy that I have achieved the result that I felt was possible. I feel totally revitalised with enthusiasm for Ironman and can’t wait for 2006. Next time I want to win!
My 7th Ironman is done and dusted and I am over the moon, as it’s my best race and my best result to date. I have been trying to run a sub 3.10 marathon for the last four Ironman races, and finally I have nailed it.
I had a great week leading up to the race. I was relaxed, well prepared, super organised and happy! I think I had an advantage over the other girls in that I had not raced Ironman since April, so was raring to go. Mentally I was fresh, and I think that is very important. I don’t remember ever feeling so excited to race. Physically I felt I was in the best shape I have ever been in. My training was lighter than it has been in the past, so I didn’t feel overcooked. And my recovery had been prioritised with regular trips to the hyperbaric chamber. This gave me the feeling of quiet confidence. I wanted to compete like the underdog, pressure free, and raise my level of play.
We woke on race morning to the sounds of thunder and lightning. Recalling the swim director’s comments at race briefing I had to laugh, he said “ don’t worry about the sharks out there, more Australians are killed every year by lightning!” I wondered if this was to be a repeat of the Korea 2004 Ironman duathlon? But it is what it is, and race morning preparation continued regardless.
Swim start was postponed by 30 minutes, at which point the rain had stopped, and we could see gaps in the clouds starting to appear.
The swim was different this year, one lap all the way round the jetty, which was great for navigation. There was plenty of chop, but it was just head down and get through it. It was my slowest swim since 2003, but I didn’t feel wasted and I was in contention, so job done.
Out onto the bike, my expectations were to ride a similar time to last year. The concentration techniques I had been practicing through the week worked a treat. I was able to keep my mind on the race, thinking about technique and cadence, and the time flew. Better still, I enjoyed the ride, I was full of confidence and I was smiling! I did a lot of technique work over the winter with my coach Mark Newton, and rode with a higher cadence than last year (96rpm). I didn’t get off the bike any quicker this year, but I felt much fresher.
My plan for the run was to start the first km easy and build into 4min30/km pace. Well, the first km felt easy, but I went through the first 4kms in under 17 mins. Whoops! But it felt so slow that I actually wondered if the schoolies had been messing with the signs. My heart rate was ok, I felt comfortable, and I wasn’t pushing, so I decided to go with it. I settled at 4.30 pace at around the 10km mark, and just kept going. I was catching girls easily and it was a great feeling.
I was getting heaps of encouragement from the crowds and fellow competitors. Before I knew it I was in third, and eyeing up the distance to second. Kristian was going nuts! Talk about ruining my surprise. I had Marilyn Macdonald within sights, and I was thinking about sneaking up and then blasting past so there would be no chance of a pick up in her pace. But Kristian, the foghorn, put an end to that idea. I think the whole of Busselton knew that I was about to overtake! I got a bit emotional at this point, realising I had second place, but had to put it out of my mind. It got me choked up and I couldn’t breathe! I had to just focus on the present.
The last 100 metres was a fantastic feeling. I wanted to lap it up, but still wanted to get over the line as quickly as possible! You couldn’t wipe the smile off my face!
I just feel so happy that I have achieved the result that I felt was possible. I feel totally revitalised with enthusiasm for Ironman and can’t wait for 2006. Next time I want to win!
8 Dec 2005
Weekend Training - Feedback
Easy week
Sat bike 6 am york rd...going to waterfall return...(I,m doing this but
not sun)
Sat swim run ...brats race 4 pm Malabar beach
Sun bike optional (mainly for casuals as its option on prog)
6:15 am york rd gates waterfall or kurnell optional
Those doing Canberra good luck !!!
Progs coming very soon
I,m still going through all your feedbacks and still don't have them
all,but as part of this constructive feedback I,m introducing the "attached"
for races, which I want those doing an upcoming race to fill out before and
add to it for feedback to me after...this is first step of feedback and if
any further action reqd we can talk about it.
20 places taken for thredbo camp so far....please get deposits in asap
to secure your place,it's a great w end with a difference....if u have a
preference who u want to room with (2 or 3) please advise
regards
j
Sat bike 6 am york rd...going to waterfall return...(I,m doing this but
not sun)
Sat swim run ...brats race 4 pm Malabar beach
Sun bike optional (mainly for casuals as its option on prog)
6:15 am york rd gates waterfall or kurnell optional
Those doing Canberra good luck !!!
Progs coming very soon
I,m still going through all your feedbacks and still don't have them
all,but as part of this constructive feedback I,m introducing the "attached"
for races, which I want those doing an upcoming race to fill out before and
add to it for feedback to me after...this is first step of feedback and if
any further action reqd we can talk about it.
20 places taken for thredbo camp so far....please get deposits in asap
to secure your place,it's a great w end with a difference....if u have a
preference who u want to room with (2 or 3) please advise
regards
j
Dingo - Lessons Learned
1) Always do a lot of open water swimming, especially in tough, rough conditions. I found doing the BRAT races at Malabar in horrible sea conditions helped keep me comfortable and confident in horrible conditions. Getting thrown around by the sea isn't a good thing if your not used to it. A lot of pool swimmers had serious problems in the swim at Busselton.
2) I honestly rode about 170km by myself in very windy conditions. It wasn't easy, it was hard. Spending a lot of time riding solo in windy conditions through the National Park helped. In your hits, John always says no drafting, don't sit in. There is a reason, and I was so glad that I didn't sit in on those tough days. It is mentally destroying riding that far by yourself, at least give yourself a chance by preparing for it.
3) Nutrition, I have got it right after three years. Be patient, when you get it right, it is magnificant. Make sure you carry excess for the conditions. Ie, in IMOZ this year I ran out of salt tablets which caused cramping during the final 6km in the run where I had to stop for a few minutes. This time I carried double the salt with half in the special needs in the run. It saved me, I didn't think I needed it, but I did.
4) Stick to your race plan but be flexible and adjust to the conditions. Don't worry about what has occured, ie lose 5 minutes in swim, it's gone, if you try and make it up in the first part of the ride you will lose time in the back of the ride and run.
5) Patience and control in the run. This was the first marathon where I didn't walk and ran strong on the back half. It is very very enjoyable running past people that have blown.
6) Over time, you improve, stick to your training. I am finally starting to see some fantastic results. Improvement in this type of racing doesn't happen over night, but it happens if you stick to it. Since starting with John I have taken 1 hour off my time in 3 Ironman's. I KNOW I can go faster and have set the goals to do it. Thanks John.
7) Do IMWA it is an amzing race
2) I honestly rode about 170km by myself in very windy conditions. It wasn't easy, it was hard. Spending a lot of time riding solo in windy conditions through the National Park helped. In your hits, John always says no drafting, don't sit in. There is a reason, and I was so glad that I didn't sit in on those tough days. It is mentally destroying riding that far by yourself, at least give yourself a chance by preparing for it.
3) Nutrition, I have got it right after three years. Be patient, when you get it right, it is magnificant. Make sure you carry excess for the conditions. Ie, in IMOZ this year I ran out of salt tablets which caused cramping during the final 6km in the run where I had to stop for a few minutes. This time I carried double the salt with half in the special needs in the run. It saved me, I didn't think I needed it, but I did.
4) Stick to your race plan but be flexible and adjust to the conditions. Don't worry about what has occured, ie lose 5 minutes in swim, it's gone, if you try and make it up in the first part of the ride you will lose time in the back of the ride and run.
5) Patience and control in the run. This was the first marathon where I didn't walk and ran strong on the back half. It is very very enjoyable running past people that have blown.
6) Over time, you improve, stick to your training. I am finally starting to see some fantastic results. Improvement in this type of racing doesn't happen over night, but it happens if you stick to it. Since starting with John I have taken 1 hour off my time in 3 Ironman's. I KNOW I can go faster and have set the goals to do it. Thanks John.
7) Do IMWA it is an amzing race
Dingo - Running Home
After a much faster transition, I was out of there. If I wanted to break 10 hours I would have to run atleast 3:35, in very hot windy conditions. I had never run faster that 3:45 in the IM marathon. I headed out with this in mind at a controlled pace, low HR and not worrying about anything.
Patience was going to be my weapon. I wanted to run fast, and sub 3:30, however, I felt that good I thought maybe even sub 3:20 was a chance. Once again near the turn I looked for the B's. They were looking good, dam, hopefully the heat will kill them in the second lap. Unlike Forster, where a lot of people ran past me like it was a 5 km race, everyone was controlled and patient. It was a different experience. The first 7km was a tail wind, followed by 11km in the head wind, and 3km tail wind to finish the first lap. I got to the turn and was running 4:30 per km. This was good.
All of us had spoken about the wind and the need to build 30s gap for every km with the wind. I had achieved this first goal. After the turn my concern had turned where were Charlotte and John. I found them and was surprised I had about 3km on John and 3.5km on Charlotte. Not bad, I knew John wasn't going to catch me at 10km like he did at Forster, although I was running scared of both of them. Everytime I saw Christian he kept yelling, 'she is coming for you, she is coming for you, she is coming for you'.
I got through the first of two run laps feeling great, running about 1hr 38m. Fee had told me that I was 5th, and I knew it was time to act. I stayed focus on the job and kept reminding myself that they will blow, they will blow, just keep this pace up. On the way out I saw the B's, and realising that 1st and 2nd were the two I let go, and both were still looking good was not something I expected to see. Third was dying but still a good 10 minutes in front. I cramped just before the turn and got onto the Cramp Stop, mate that stuff is gold. Quickly running again I saw 4th in trouble running with the second place woman, 400m in front, sweet!. I made the turn and focused on 4th. I then saw Charlotte, 500m behind, my god she is smoking. I gave her encouragement by saying if you want to beat me, she will have to catch 2nd. I then saw John and realised I had put some time into him. Maybe, maybe I can hold him off.
A short time after this I moved to 4th as he was walking. I then passed second women, and a few minutes later, I heard some fool screaming down the street behind me. It was Christian, he was overjoyed that Charlotte was now second. He told me I was next.
This gave me the encouragement I needed. I picked up the pace with about 9km to go and headed for home. I was running fast and there was carnage everywhere. Patience was working, I was moving through the field, the only problem was everyone was a C, D or E, no dam B's.
After Christian's words of advice I was menatlly prepared to be passed by Charlotte. No one had passed me during the run, and if Charlotte was to be the only that passed, I can live with that. I was to use her for the run home to get me in to third.
At 36km it happened, she came past with a little smile, and thankfully no Christian. I not exactly sure what happened then but she must if tripped on my power cord, as when she went passed, I went to pieces. I went from a fast strong run, to the Ironman shuffle. I was losing over 1.5 minutes per km in time, and slowly saw third slip away from my grasp, and my run time slowly drifting out.
I got to the next turn 3km from home and cramped again, more cramp stop and I was away. At this point 5th and 6th in my age were not to far away, a few minutes. I had to hold strong for any chance of Hawaii.
The last 3 km was tough, trying to run fast but not being able to. I used to have nightmares about this and they were coming true. I managed to get to the finish chute and checked my watch. As I said I had not started my watch until after the swim, I checked my watch and saw that it wasn't going to be a PB (9hr 50m 49s) but sub 10hrs on a very tough day, I mentally couldn't add 59 minutes to the time I saw on my watch.
I decided that there was plenty of time to enjoy the finishing line, and I did. High fiving the kids, making areoplane moves etc. About 10m short of the line I heard Fee, Margreet, Wendo and Belinda Granger call out. I turned to say hi and cramped big time. I couldn't move and had flash backs of IMNZ, where I stood for 10 minutes 200m from the line with severe cramps and watched a PB disappear.
After about 15 seconds of hobbling, I crossed the line. It was at this point I realised and couldn't believe that I had done 9hr 50m 49s (seriously). Equalled the PB, why did I waste time with those kids?. I had run 3hr 25m for the marathon, a 20 minute PB. Fourth in my age, 43rd across the line.
Unfortunately, I missed out on Hawaii, but I did have a great day, and learnt alot about patience and racing controlled.
Patience was going to be my weapon. I wanted to run fast, and sub 3:30, however, I felt that good I thought maybe even sub 3:20 was a chance. Once again near the turn I looked for the B's. They were looking good, dam, hopefully the heat will kill them in the second lap. Unlike Forster, where a lot of people ran past me like it was a 5 km race, everyone was controlled and patient. It was a different experience. The first 7km was a tail wind, followed by 11km in the head wind, and 3km tail wind to finish the first lap. I got to the turn and was running 4:30 per km. This was good.
All of us had spoken about the wind and the need to build 30s gap for every km with the wind. I had achieved this first goal. After the turn my concern had turned where were Charlotte and John. I found them and was surprised I had about 3km on John and 3.5km on Charlotte. Not bad, I knew John wasn't going to catch me at 10km like he did at Forster, although I was running scared of both of them. Everytime I saw Christian he kept yelling, 'she is coming for you, she is coming for you, she is coming for you'.
I got through the first of two run laps feeling great, running about 1hr 38m. Fee had told me that I was 5th, and I knew it was time to act. I stayed focus on the job and kept reminding myself that they will blow, they will blow, just keep this pace up. On the way out I saw the B's, and realising that 1st and 2nd were the two I let go, and both were still looking good was not something I expected to see. Third was dying but still a good 10 minutes in front. I cramped just before the turn and got onto the Cramp Stop, mate that stuff is gold. Quickly running again I saw 4th in trouble running with the second place woman, 400m in front, sweet!. I made the turn and focused on 4th. I then saw Charlotte, 500m behind, my god she is smoking. I gave her encouragement by saying if you want to beat me, she will have to catch 2nd. I then saw John and realised I had put some time into him. Maybe, maybe I can hold him off.
A short time after this I moved to 4th as he was walking. I then passed second women, and a few minutes later, I heard some fool screaming down the street behind me. It was Christian, he was overjoyed that Charlotte was now second. He told me I was next.
This gave me the encouragement I needed. I picked up the pace with about 9km to go and headed for home. I was running fast and there was carnage everywhere. Patience was working, I was moving through the field, the only problem was everyone was a C, D or E, no dam B's.
After Christian's words of advice I was menatlly prepared to be passed by Charlotte. No one had passed me during the run, and if Charlotte was to be the only that passed, I can live with that. I was to use her for the run home to get me in to third.
At 36km it happened, she came past with a little smile, and thankfully no Christian. I not exactly sure what happened then but she must if tripped on my power cord, as when she went passed, I went to pieces. I went from a fast strong run, to the Ironman shuffle. I was losing over 1.5 minutes per km in time, and slowly saw third slip away from my grasp, and my run time slowly drifting out.
I got to the next turn 3km from home and cramped again, more cramp stop and I was away. At this point 5th and 6th in my age were not to far away, a few minutes. I had to hold strong for any chance of Hawaii.
The last 3 km was tough, trying to run fast but not being able to. I used to have nightmares about this and they were coming true. I managed to get to the finish chute and checked my watch. As I said I had not started my watch until after the swim, I checked my watch and saw that it wasn't going to be a PB (9hr 50m 49s) but sub 10hrs on a very tough day, I mentally couldn't add 59 minutes to the time I saw on my watch.
I decided that there was plenty of time to enjoy the finishing line, and I did. High fiving the kids, making areoplane moves etc. About 10m short of the line I heard Fee, Margreet, Wendo and Belinda Granger call out. I turned to say hi and cramped big time. I couldn't move and had flash backs of IMNZ, where I stood for 10 minutes 200m from the line with severe cramps and watched a PB disappear.
After about 15 seconds of hobbling, I crossed the line. It was at this point I realised and couldn't believe that I had done 9hr 50m 49s (seriously). Equalled the PB, why did I waste time with those kids?. I had run 3hr 25m for the marathon, a 20 minute PB. Fourth in my age, 43rd across the line.
Unfortunately, I missed out on Hawaii, but I did have a great day, and learnt alot about patience and racing controlled.
Dingo - Bike
After a slow transition (shoes weren’t allowed on bikes, unless pro) I got on to the bike, and headed out for the first of 3 x 60km loops.
Turning the first corner and feeling the wind I knew it was going to be tough. Once I neared the first turn (25k) after spinning in to the wind forever, I started looking for ‘B’ on the back of the legs of those returning from the turn. What? I am third, I can’t be third, this is ridiculous. I got a bit of adrenalin and rode hard with the wind and moved in to second spot, which I held on to for the rest of the lap. I saw Lisa was in front and possibly leading the race.
I got to the end of the lap where Wendo, Fee, Margreet and Christian were going absolutely mad. I made the turn and started the second lap, and couldn't believe that the wind had become stronger, bugger.
About half way to the turn I was caught by a couple of B's. I managed to ride with them for 10k just sitting on the back, and evaluated the situation. I watched my heart rate start to climb high, and the speed increasing to what I thought was too fast for the wind. I remember the words of Yoda (John) saying that patience is important and don't blow yourself for the run. I looked at the size of the quads on these guys and realising they were twice the size of mine, I let them go, and thought I will see you on the run.
About 90k in to the ride I really started to struggle and found myself losing focus.
I struggle through to the end of the lap, getting passed by another B and moving down to 5th. The gang were still at the turn, as I turned yelled some profanity, followed by "can you believe the wind has got stronger'. At awards night, we were informed that winds reached 60km/h during the ride.
I made it to the next aid station, and decided to get on the coke. I started sipping on the coke and after a few minutes I was 100% better. I managed to put in a strong last lap pulling back some lost time, and headed for home, thinking that it was a well controlled ride, and felt very confident heading about the run. I also knew I had about 10 minutes on John at the last turn. Just before the transition I finally caught Lisa who was third. We had a small chat and headed into transition a few seconds apart (I got line honours this time). Ride time 5hrs 24mins, 20-25 minutes slower than planned.
Turning the first corner and feeling the wind I knew it was going to be tough. Once I neared the first turn (25k) after spinning in to the wind forever, I started looking for ‘B’ on the back of the legs of those returning from the turn. What? I am third, I can’t be third, this is ridiculous. I got a bit of adrenalin and rode hard with the wind and moved in to second spot, which I held on to for the rest of the lap. I saw Lisa was in front and possibly leading the race.
I got to the end of the lap where Wendo, Fee, Margreet and Christian were going absolutely mad. I made the turn and started the second lap, and couldn't believe that the wind had become stronger, bugger.
About half way to the turn I was caught by a couple of B's. I managed to ride with them for 10k just sitting on the back, and evaluated the situation. I watched my heart rate start to climb high, and the speed increasing to what I thought was too fast for the wind. I remember the words of Yoda (John) saying that patience is important and don't blow yourself for the run. I looked at the size of the quads on these guys and realising they were twice the size of mine, I let them go, and thought I will see you on the run.
About 90k in to the ride I really started to struggle and found myself losing focus.
I struggle through to the end of the lap, getting passed by another B and moving down to 5th. The gang were still at the turn, as I turned yelled some profanity, followed by "can you believe the wind has got stronger'. At awards night, we were informed that winds reached 60km/h during the ride.
I made it to the next aid station, and decided to get on the coke. I started sipping on the coke and after a few minutes I was 100% better. I managed to put in a strong last lap pulling back some lost time, and headed for home, thinking that it was a well controlled ride, and felt very confident heading about the run. I also knew I had about 10 minutes on John at the last turn. Just before the transition I finally caught Lisa who was third. We had a small chat and headed into transition a few seconds apart (I got line honours this time). Ride time 5hrs 24mins, 20-25 minutes slower than planned.
Dingo - Race Day - Swim
The day had come. Awaking about 3am to get LOADING, the first thing I saw was a white flash, and then a large bang. Oh CRAP it’s a thunder storm. I then realised that it wasn’t someone showering, it was POURING. I walked out to greet the world to see Lisa a little white, she was outside and observing the storm, verdict – IT WASN’T GOOD.
We departed the house about 4am, and the flooding on the road showed that this storm had been here for a while. There weren’t many people at the start when we checked in, but the numbering tent quickly filled as athletes refused to go out into the pouring rain (oh by the way it was 10 degrees). Gina and John had managed to corner Ken, who hadn’t decided whether the swim was to be cancelled. So we waited.
A brief pause in the rain gave athletes enough time to run out and prepare there bikes. It was funny to watch people trying to dry their seats and top tubes, as it was obviously going to rain again. And it did. The wind was cyclonic and wasn’t blowing the storm away. It was only blowing rain in at a horizontal position. After a few minutes of preparing, the rain started again and everybody ran back to the tent.
About 5:30am, it was advised that the swim was a go and race was delayed till 6:30am. SWEET. I was really looking forward to a swim.
Transition shut at 6am and everybody walked to the pier and realised that the crystal clear water of the past week had turned in to a grey ugly washing machine. All week the athletes were informed about this spectacular race opening that was to occur. When the lady started signing the national anthem and the arrival of the helicopter I thought, ‘WOW, that was amazing’ (sarcastic tone). Why is it that singers can’t sing the anthem properly, and want to put their own signature to it? But then it happened, the fly by, made by the RAAF in the acrobatic jets. Being a major fan of the RAAF, and having a childhood dream of being a RAAF Pilot, this was a great start to the day.
After the jets had passed the cannon started us off, and the wide swim start made first few hundred metres a real easy job. No nightmares of Forster or other tight starts. I quickly found myself in clear water after starting on the front line (orange caps) behind the pro waves about 30m off the jetty. I managed to hold myself clear of the congestion next to the pier and found myself swimming very easy. The chop for the first part was small , 1-2 feet and didn’t affect me at all. After about 10 minutes of swimming I started to notice that oranges caps were changing to pink and green. I remember thinking to myself that these pros need to do swim work.
The swim turn was about 40m past the end of the pier, and it was the first time that you got to experience the real size of the chop, sorry waves!. Turning the can I joined a group of green and pink caps, and a few orange. At this point the swell had picked up to about 4 feet as the pier no longer protected us. The swell was coming across the course which occasionally picked you up and moved you about 3m closer to the pier. I made a wide arc to steer clear of the pier and headed for home. One little pro wom a n was inside me, using me as protection from the swell, but unfortunately every 50m or so a wave would pick me up and dump me onto her. After a few minutes of this she got the picture and jumped on my feet. I had done more ocean swimming than pool swimming for this race and this played as a major advantage for me, and the swell didn’t bother me at all, while other members of the group continually stopped to get air and compose themselves.
Getting back on to land, I thought I had a slow swim, but with conditions and the length of the course, I would be happy with low 60 minutes. When I stood I saw 58m, so I was happy. Just after crossing the line I saw Lisa just in front of me (1 second), wow I had a pretty good swim. If only I knew earlier I would’ve gone for line honours. I checked my watch for eaxct time and relaised I hadn't started it. I started about 59 minutes late. Swim time 58:45, 5 minutes slower than race plan.
We departed the house about 4am, and the flooding on the road showed that this storm had been here for a while. There weren’t many people at the start when we checked in, but the numbering tent quickly filled as athletes refused to go out into the pouring rain (oh by the way it was 10 degrees). Gina and John had managed to corner Ken, who hadn’t decided whether the swim was to be cancelled. So we waited.
A brief pause in the rain gave athletes enough time to run out and prepare there bikes. It was funny to watch people trying to dry their seats and top tubes, as it was obviously going to rain again. And it did. The wind was cyclonic and wasn’t blowing the storm away. It was only blowing rain in at a horizontal position. After a few minutes of preparing, the rain started again and everybody ran back to the tent.
About 5:30am, it was advised that the swim was a go and race was delayed till 6:30am. SWEET. I was really looking forward to a swim.
Transition shut at 6am and everybody walked to the pier and realised that the crystal clear water of the past week had turned in to a grey ugly washing machine. All week the athletes were informed about this spectacular race opening that was to occur. When the lady started signing the national anthem and the arrival of the helicopter I thought, ‘WOW, that was amazing’ (sarcastic tone). Why is it that singers can’t sing the anthem properly, and want to put their own signature to it? But then it happened, the fly by, made by the RAAF in the acrobatic jets. Being a major fan of the RAAF, and having a childhood dream of being a RAAF Pilot, this was a great start to the day.
After the jets had passed the cannon started us off, and the wide swim start made first few hundred metres a real easy job. No nightmares of Forster or other tight starts. I quickly found myself in clear water after starting on the front line (orange caps) behind the pro waves about 30m off the jetty. I managed to hold myself clear of the congestion next to the pier and found myself swimming very easy. The chop for the first part was small , 1-2 feet and didn’t affect me at all. After about 10 minutes of swimming I started to notice that oranges caps were changing to pink and green. I remember thinking to myself that these pros need to do swim work.
The swim turn was about 40m past the end of the pier, and it was the first time that you got to experience the real size of the chop, sorry waves!. Turning the can I joined a group of green and pink caps, and a few orange. At this point the swell had picked up to about 4 feet as the pier no longer protected us. The swell was coming across the course which occasionally picked you up and moved you about 3m closer to the pier. I made a wide arc to steer clear of the pier and headed for home. One little pro wom a n was inside me, using me as protection from the swell, but unfortunately every 50m or so a wave would pick me up and dump me onto her. After a few minutes of this she got the picture and jumped on my feet. I had done more ocean swimming than pool swimming for this race and this played as a major advantage for me, and the swell didn’t bother me at all, while other members of the group continually stopped to get air and compose themselves.
Getting back on to land, I thought I had a slow swim, but with conditions and the length of the course, I would be happy with low 60 minutes. When I stood I saw 58m, so I was happy. Just after crossing the line I saw Lisa just in front of me (1 second), wow I had a pretty good swim. If only I knew earlier I would’ve gone for line honours. I checked my watch for eaxct time and relaised I hadn't started it. I started about 59 minutes late. Swim time 58:45, 5 minutes slower than race plan.
Dingo's Day in WA - The Build
Everyone else was doing one so why not me?
THE BUILD UP
Leading in to the race I didn’t know whether I was more excited about racing or the holiday to come, as I didn’t take my usual Winter overseas junket this year, and was in much need of time off. Training through the Sydney winter sucked, it was cold and wet, especially those last few weekends where it poured and poured and poured and only those doing WA were out there training (and Damo and Mark – thanks guys). I truly feel sorry for Fiona and Grace training in London and Melbourne winters.
Anyway Gina, Lisa and I departed for WA on Wednesday before, leaving a cold Sydney arriving in a warm Perth. After collecting our Ironman Family Car (white Tarago – every triathlete had this car, it was truly a sight) and squeezing the three bikes in, we made the 2 ½ hour journey south to Busselton. Just before arrival it was decided to drive part of the bike course, and we joined it at turn 1 (about 25km into the lap). I am afraid to mention this but all three of us got out of the car and felt the road, to see how smooth it was. We were all happy. Driving the course we couldn’t believe how truly flat it is, and we discussed how fast it would be if conditions were right.
Upon arrival in Busselton we headed straight to the jetty, and let me say, the photo on the website does not actually show how beautiful this place is. Looking at the road and the swim course, you could tell we were excited.
Off to the accommodation and Gina did a FANTASTIC job. We stayed in Abbey, about a 10 minute drive to Race HQ, but who cared. We were across the road from the beach, and a truly magical place. This water is soooooooo clean and blue.
On Thursday morning we all arose (John, Lisa, Gina and I) to head to the official swim session. They close the pier between 7am -9am to boats and had buoys and life guards there to keep the peace.
We got there a little early arriving at 6:30, and got ready. Picture this, suns up at 4am, not a cloud in the sky, absolutely no wind, Indian Ocean like glass, it was the PERFECT race day (only 4 days early).
Anyway, we couldn’t wait to get wet, but everybody was hesitant about going in first, it is Great White territory. A few short words to the life guards, promising sharks had never come in the bay (the bay is 20km long!), and Gina was off on one of her PASSION swims, leaving Lisa, John and I wondering what happened. It didn’t us take long to get in, and I have spoken to a few of you about this, but from about 20 metres off shore there was a school of fish that stretch for about 300 metres up the side of the pier. There were literally hundreds and thousands of fish. The water was so clean and fresh that you could see forever. We swum about 1km off shore and then just floated and snorkelled as best we could. The marine life is spectacular, and friendly too. A massive cod was interested in my toes on this day, and over the next few days Lisa and I were bitten by crabs.
From here on in we just chilled and watched movies, swum at beach and prepared (carbo-loaded). On the Thursday night everyone came around for BBQ including Charlotte, Christain, Fiona, Wendo and Phil (sorry Rod we couldn’t find you).
As I said the Thursday morning was perfect race conditions and this was the last we saw of that. Over the next few days, the wind that Pete told me about came. It grew harder and harder each day. Temps got colder and colder each day, and the sun slowly disappeared.
THE BUILD UP
Leading in to the race I didn’t know whether I was more excited about racing or the holiday to come, as I didn’t take my usual Winter overseas junket this year, and was in much need of time off. Training through the Sydney winter sucked, it was cold and wet, especially those last few weekends where it poured and poured and poured and only those doing WA were out there training (and Damo and Mark – thanks guys). I truly feel sorry for Fiona and Grace training in London and Melbourne winters.
Anyway Gina, Lisa and I departed for WA on Wednesday before, leaving a cold Sydney arriving in a warm Perth. After collecting our Ironman Family Car (white Tarago – every triathlete had this car, it was truly a sight) and squeezing the three bikes in, we made the 2 ½ hour journey south to Busselton. Just before arrival it was decided to drive part of the bike course, and we joined it at turn 1 (about 25km into the lap). I am afraid to mention this but all three of us got out of the car and felt the road, to see how smooth it was. We were all happy. Driving the course we couldn’t believe how truly flat it is, and we discussed how fast it would be if conditions were right.
Upon arrival in Busselton we headed straight to the jetty, and let me say, the photo on the website does not actually show how beautiful this place is. Looking at the road and the swim course, you could tell we were excited.
Off to the accommodation and Gina did a FANTASTIC job. We stayed in Abbey, about a 10 minute drive to Race HQ, but who cared. We were across the road from the beach, and a truly magical place. This water is soooooooo clean and blue.
On Thursday morning we all arose (John, Lisa, Gina and I) to head to the official swim session. They close the pier between 7am -9am to boats and had buoys and life guards there to keep the peace.
We got there a little early arriving at 6:30, and got ready. Picture this, suns up at 4am, not a cloud in the sky, absolutely no wind, Indian Ocean like glass, it was the PERFECT race day (only 4 days early).
Anyway, we couldn’t wait to get wet, but everybody was hesitant about going in first, it is Great White territory. A few short words to the life guards, promising sharks had never come in the bay (the bay is 20km long!), and Gina was off on one of her PASSION swims, leaving Lisa, John and I wondering what happened. It didn’t us take long to get in, and I have spoken to a few of you about this, but from about 20 metres off shore there was a school of fish that stretch for about 300 metres up the side of the pier. There were literally hundreds and thousands of fish. The water was so clean and fresh that you could see forever. We swum about 1km off shore and then just floated and snorkelled as best we could. The marine life is spectacular, and friendly too. A massive cod was interested in my toes on this day, and over the next few days Lisa and I were bitten by crabs.
From here on in we just chilled and watched movies, swum at beach and prepared (carbo-loaded). On the Thursday night everyone came around for BBQ including Charlotte, Christain, Fiona, Wendo and Phil (sorry Rod we couldn’t find you).
As I said the Thursday morning was perfect race conditions and this was the last we saw of that. Over the next few days, the wind that Pete told me about came. It grew harder and harder each day. Temps got colder and colder each day, and the sun slowly disappeared.
Phuket 1/2 Ironman by Grace
Grace was second in her age group .. here's a report from her:
"Just finished!
Far out - tougher than Ironman that's for sure. What is it about me and Asian
countires and hills? Bloody horrendous hills, horrendous swim but overall good
race.
13th woman overall including pros, 2nd in my age group - she beat me by less than two minutes! Oh well.
[Ed note: Among the pros - Sam McGlone, Laura Bennett, Belinda Granger, Carol Montgomery - a top level field]
Best bit - I beat the other model - the Ralph Lauren one who's been doing tris
for a couple of years and only got her by a couple of minutes. Ran her down
in the run YAYAYY! She was a swimmer through college and a sprinter, runner etc...
I ran passed her and said c'mon run with me let's pick it up but she started walking.
My swim was about 35min I think - My God I wanted to pull out after 200m! It was
horrible - trying not to panic etc. Gotta do somethihg about this.
Bike - bloody hilly , LOST MY CHAIN TWICE - Bloody hell gotta get that right
I think about 1hr52 which is pretty good on that course. heart rate was about 165.
Didn't draft at all - did it all on my own - excellent for my confidence on
the bike as I had a secret little fear that I had only done well in other
races because of drafting - now I know I am strong.
Run - legs were a bit smashed - definitely more so than after Shep but that is to be
expected and I think I probably did an okay run. I kept my heart rate at 175 was pretty stuffed. I think I probably ran about a 55 min - considering how i pushed it
on bike im happy with that.
[Swim 35:58 T1 1:47 Bike 1:48:50 T2 1:10 Run 56:09 Total 3:23:52]
Love u all!
BRING ON ARIZONA!!
Grace"
"Just finished!
Far out - tougher than Ironman that's for sure. What is it about me and Asian
countires and hills? Bloody horrendous hills, horrendous swim but overall good
race.
13th woman overall including pros, 2nd in my age group - she beat me by less than two minutes! Oh well.
[Ed note: Among the pros - Sam McGlone, Laura Bennett, Belinda Granger, Carol Montgomery - a top level field]
Best bit - I beat the other model - the Ralph Lauren one who's been doing tris
for a couple of years and only got her by a couple of minutes. Ran her down
in the run YAYAYY! She was a swimmer through college and a sprinter, runner etc...
I ran passed her and said c'mon run with me let's pick it up but she started walking.
My swim was about 35min I think - My God I wanted to pull out after 200m! It was
horrible - trying not to panic etc. Gotta do somethihg about this.
Bike - bloody hilly , LOST MY CHAIN TWICE - Bloody hell gotta get that right
I think about 1hr52 which is pretty good on that course. heart rate was about 165.
Didn't draft at all - did it all on my own - excellent for my confidence on
the bike as I had a secret little fear that I had only done well in other
races because of drafting - now I know I am strong.
Run - legs were a bit smashed - definitely more so than after Shep but that is to be
expected and I think I probably did an okay run. I kept my heart rate at 175 was pretty stuffed. I think I probably ran about a 55 min - considering how i pushed it
on bike im happy with that.
[Swim 35:58 T1 1:47 Bike 1:48:50 T2 1:10 Run 56:09 Total 3:23:52]
Love u all!
BRING ON ARIZONA!!
Grace"
7 Dec 2005
Roth 2006 Tour
Come and experience racing in front of 100000 spectators!
Trip includes:
- Accommodation and breakfast 1k from swimstart
- Race entry fee
- General transport from and to airport, training, trips etc etc
- Daily lite training on the course
- Daily and evening trips optional eg. Visit nuernberg, beergardens etc
- Local knowledge and language taken care by simone rank and john hill
- Nonathletes catered for
All this for only $1450 per person+ airfare! Rothmates $1150 (excludes race fee)
Be quick, limited places!!!
For more info contact us on
Email: fastgear@bigpond.com
Phone: 02 9365 0409
Mobile: 0408 249 106
Trip includes:
- Accommodation and breakfast 1k from swimstart
- Race entry fee
- General transport from and to airport, training, trips etc etc
- Daily lite training on the course
- Daily and evening trips optional eg. Visit nuernberg, beergardens etc
- Local knowledge and language taken care by simone rank and john hill
- Nonathletes catered for
All this for only $1450 per person+ airfare! Rothmates $1150 (excludes race fee)
Be quick, limited places!!!
For more info contact us on
Email: fastgear@bigpond.com
Phone: 02 9365 0409
Mobile: 0408 249 106
5 Dec 2005
ATS Series - Race Sked
Round 1 - ATS Race 1 Canberra Capital Triathlon
Sunday, 29 January 2006
Round 2 - ATS Race 2 City of Perth Triathlon
Sunday, 5 February 2006
Round 3 - ATS Race 3 Hobart International Triathlon
Sunday, 19 February 2006
Round 4 - ATS Race 4 Gold Coast Tri - Luke Harrop Memorial
Sunday, 5 March 2006
Round 4 - ATS Race 5 Port Stephens Triathlon
Sunday, 12 March 2006
Round 6 - ATS Race 6 Mooloolaba Triathlon
Sunday, 26 March 2006
Round 7 - ATS Race 7 Australian Championships Geelong
Sunday, 16 April 2006
Sunday, 29 January 2006
Round 2 - ATS Race 2 City of Perth Triathlon
Sunday, 5 February 2006
Round 3 - ATS Race 3 Hobart International Triathlon
Sunday, 19 February 2006
Round 4 - ATS Race 4 Gold Coast Tri - Luke Harrop Memorial
Sunday, 5 March 2006
Round 4 - ATS Race 5 Port Stephens Triathlon
Sunday, 12 March 2006
Round 6 - ATS Race 6 Mooloolaba Triathlon
Sunday, 26 March 2006
Round 7 - ATS Race 7 Australian Championships Geelong
Sunday, 16 April 2006
2006 World Champs - Lausanne
Triathlon Australia is proud to announce the introduction of the brand new Australian Triathlon Series! Triathlon Australia has been working closely with all Race Directors involved to ensure that this year's series provides the Australian Triathlon Community with some of the best quality racing opportunities on offer in Australia.
The ATS events will also serve as the official selection events for those athletes intending to qualify to represent Australia at the 2006 World Triathlon Championships, Lausanne, Switzerland. So for any athlete across the Elite or Age Group categories wishing to go to Switzerland competing in this series is a must!
The ATS events will also serve as the official selection events for those athletes intending to qualify to represent Australia at the 2006 World Triathlon Championships, Lausanne, Switzerland. So for any athlete across the Elite or Age Group categories wishing to go to Switzerland competing in this series is a must!
Kurnell Entry Deadline
From Tri NSW:
Entries for the stalwart of inner CBD racing are open now and you can enter on-line through the secure facilities at www.trinswrace.org, with the early entry deadline fast approaching on December 10th and late entries (at a higher price) open until December 13th at 5:00pm or until 500 competitors have signed in – we will maintain a short waiting list - however once 500 entries have been received there’s no guarantee later entries will be allowed to race, unless there are withdrawals...
Entries for the stalwart of inner CBD racing are open now and you can enter on-line through the secure facilities at www.trinswrace.org, with the early entry deadline fast approaching on December 10th and late entries (at a higher price) open until December 13th at 5:00pm or until 500 competitors have signed in – we will maintain a short waiting list - however once 500 entries have been received there’s no guarantee later entries will be allowed to race, unless there are withdrawals...
Thredbo Training Camp
Friday Jan 20 - Monday Jan 23
Thredbo Alpine Hotel - short walk to AIS/Thredbo Alpine Training Centre
The schedule will include: swim, bike and run training
(more details closer to the camp)
Rate: $130 pp, per day twin/triple share
$160 pp, per day single
two or three night package
Package includes: accommodation, meals, unlimited use of pool/gym
Kosciuszko Park Fee - $16 per car per 24 hours
for those interested please confirm by emailing me back to secure your place followed up with the 100$ deposit reqd or full payment to me in an envelope,advise card details or direct deposit
JH
Thredbo Alpine Hotel - short walk to AIS/Thredbo Alpine Training Centre
The schedule will include: swim, bike and run training
(more details closer to the camp)
Rate: $130 pp, per day twin/triple share
$160 pp, per day single
two or three night package
Package includes: accommodation, meals, unlimited use of pool/gym
Kosciuszko Park Fee - $16 per car per 24 hours
for those interested please confirm by emailing me back to secure your place followed up with the 100$ deposit reqd or full payment to me in an envelope,advise card details or direct deposit
JH
2 Dec 2005
The Marathon in WA!
We left Sydney airport Wednesday morning and arrived in Perth that same day to a lovely warm place and drove Busso, arriving in the arvo to the house we were staying in, which had a beach 500m from the front door.
With the flight we gained three hours and so soon after unpacking we prepared our bikes and went for a run and a little swim near the famous "jetty".
Busso is an absolutely beautiful place with a slow, casual and relaxed feel. The days leading up to the race were absolutely brilliant with little wind, no rain and a perfect temperature. Each day the wind got a bit stronger and by Saturday we hoped that the wind we got that day was going to blow itself out before the race.
The forecast called for a thunderstorm on race day but we actually got it the Saturday night so going to bed I had hoped to awake to a nice sunny morning. Oh no, I was wrong. The storm stayed all night and it was pouring with rain. Driving all the way to transition where we checked in, we were told that the race was delayed until 6.30.
I stood in the 10 degree temperature waiting for the lightning and rain to go away so I could put my nutrition on my bike and get the wetsuit on. The rain eventually did stop but it was still cold, overcast and very windy. We walked to the water where there were waves you could surf on.
We set ourselves in our positions and the cannon went off and we were swimming. After about 200m I was in a clear space and trying to focus on my technique, finding it difficult to do as the waves were so big that each breath I swallowed a litre of water. So I decided to breathe on the other side where I saw the kayak lady paddling with me in pink and I knew I was in front.
After swimming out past the jetty and turning around a big buoy, the water was even rougher. I nearly was thrown into the jetty by the waves. A few orange caps swam past me so I decided to follow them still having the lady on the kayak following me. Coming back along the jetty whilst swimming I heard people calling out my name (it was Margreet, Wendo and Fee). I was going to wave to them but I reckon I would have ended up elsewhere if I had a stopped so I kept going.
This side of the jetty felt very long and I couldn’t wait to get to the finish. I saw the rope to follow and a pink cap caught up to me and passed me but I knew I was nearly out of there so I kept it to my swim as it was going to be a long day.
Coming out of the swim in 58 I ran up to transition with Angela just behind me we entered the tent together and I beat her out of there by a couple of minutes knowing she was going to pass me at any moment. But it took about 12km for her to get me and the other girl was only a few minutes ahead so I rode that lap with Angela until she and another guy got a yellow card for drafting. I smiled a little, and then I noticed something wrong with my shoe. It felt like it was getting loose so I asked the draft buster to call a mechanic for me but I kept riding.
With the strong winds, I was riding some parts at just 22km an hour and really pushing. Luckily it was flat so when I got into town I saw the Shimano tent and stopped. I took my foot out and all three screws were loose. I was also lucky Angela had the drafting penalty but I lost the guys I was riding with as it took about 5 mins to fix my cleat. I got back on my bike and was off again feeling really angry about what happened but I felt really good and at each turnaround I saw that I was getting closer to the lead girl.
I knew Angela would be chasing me. I caught and passed the lead girl and I can’t tell you how great a feeling it was knowing that I was winning. I had the lead female motor vehicle in front, the video camera man and the photographer and I flew back into town with Don calling out "Here’s the first female, Lisa Marangon."
I had a grin from ear to ear and was so pumped. I was on the third lap about 5km into it when Angela passed me and she was riding really strong. I started to feel bad and wasn’t able to keep up her. I ended up in the head winds on my own, doing that whole lap by myself and having Marilyn Mcdonald fly past me as well.
I got to the end of that lap and Dingo caught me (we came out of the water near each other and came in off the bike together) getting onto the run behind one of the cyclists with a pink third flag (that was one of my goals for the race) keeping that for about 20min then another girl passed me,
I kept getting stomach pains and needed to go to the loo but I would get to one and nothing would happen. I did this about five times (wasting a lot of time). My pacing on the run was ok but I felt really dehydrated and my right hip flexor was giving me quad and knee issues but I tried to run through the pain.
I stopped to walk for a little bit, it got better, then I tried running again and it got worse. With all these things happening I kind of mentally gave up but kept saying to myself I will make the top 10 so I would run again and seeing the other pros catching me I ran and walked and ran and walked til I got to the last turn around and said to myself "just finish off home". Not far to go, I gritted my teeth and finished strong.
Coming in at 10.26 and knowing I was top 10, I was very proud of myself. I really enjoyed this ironman and again experienced some new things. Keeping the feeling I had when I was winning will boost my determination for my next one. Take care and see you all soon in training!
Lisa Marathon
ps the after party was great!! ( -:
With the flight we gained three hours and so soon after unpacking we prepared our bikes and went for a run and a little swim near the famous "jetty".
Busso is an absolutely beautiful place with a slow, casual and relaxed feel. The days leading up to the race were absolutely brilliant with little wind, no rain and a perfect temperature. Each day the wind got a bit stronger and by Saturday we hoped that the wind we got that day was going to blow itself out before the race.
The forecast called for a thunderstorm on race day but we actually got it the Saturday night so going to bed I had hoped to awake to a nice sunny morning. Oh no, I was wrong. The storm stayed all night and it was pouring with rain. Driving all the way to transition where we checked in, we were told that the race was delayed until 6.30.
I stood in the 10 degree temperature waiting for the lightning and rain to go away so I could put my nutrition on my bike and get the wetsuit on. The rain eventually did stop but it was still cold, overcast and very windy. We walked to the water where there were waves you could surf on.
We set ourselves in our positions and the cannon went off and we were swimming. After about 200m I was in a clear space and trying to focus on my technique, finding it difficult to do as the waves were so big that each breath I swallowed a litre of water. So I decided to breathe on the other side where I saw the kayak lady paddling with me in pink and I knew I was in front.
After swimming out past the jetty and turning around a big buoy, the water was even rougher. I nearly was thrown into the jetty by the waves. A few orange caps swam past me so I decided to follow them still having the lady on the kayak following me. Coming back along the jetty whilst swimming I heard people calling out my name (it was Margreet, Wendo and Fee). I was going to wave to them but I reckon I would have ended up elsewhere if I had a stopped so I kept going.
This side of the jetty felt very long and I couldn’t wait to get to the finish. I saw the rope to follow and a pink cap caught up to me and passed me but I knew I was nearly out of there so I kept it to my swim as it was going to be a long day.
Coming out of the swim in 58 I ran up to transition with Angela just behind me we entered the tent together and I beat her out of there by a couple of minutes knowing she was going to pass me at any moment. But it took about 12km for her to get me and the other girl was only a few minutes ahead so I rode that lap with Angela until she and another guy got a yellow card for drafting. I smiled a little, and then I noticed something wrong with my shoe. It felt like it was getting loose so I asked the draft buster to call a mechanic for me but I kept riding.
With the strong winds, I was riding some parts at just 22km an hour and really pushing. Luckily it was flat so when I got into town I saw the Shimano tent and stopped. I took my foot out and all three screws were loose. I was also lucky Angela had the drafting penalty but I lost the guys I was riding with as it took about 5 mins to fix my cleat. I got back on my bike and was off again feeling really angry about what happened but I felt really good and at each turnaround I saw that I was getting closer to the lead girl.
I knew Angela would be chasing me. I caught and passed the lead girl and I can’t tell you how great a feeling it was knowing that I was winning. I had the lead female motor vehicle in front, the video camera man and the photographer and I flew back into town with Don calling out "Here’s the first female, Lisa Marangon."
I had a grin from ear to ear and was so pumped. I was on the third lap about 5km into it when Angela passed me and she was riding really strong. I started to feel bad and wasn’t able to keep up her. I ended up in the head winds on my own, doing that whole lap by myself and having Marilyn Mcdonald fly past me as well.
I got to the end of that lap and Dingo caught me (we came out of the water near each other and came in off the bike together) getting onto the run behind one of the cyclists with a pink third flag (that was one of my goals for the race) keeping that for about 20min then another girl passed me,
I kept getting stomach pains and needed to go to the loo but I would get to one and nothing would happen. I did this about five times (wasting a lot of time). My pacing on the run was ok but I felt really dehydrated and my right hip flexor was giving me quad and knee issues but I tried to run through the pain.
I stopped to walk for a little bit, it got better, then I tried running again and it got worse. With all these things happening I kind of mentally gave up but kept saying to myself I will make the top 10 so I would run again and seeing the other pros catching me I ran and walked and ran and walked til I got to the last turn around and said to myself "just finish off home". Not far to go, I gritted my teeth and finished strong.
Coming in at 10.26 and knowing I was top 10, I was very proud of myself. I really enjoyed this ironman and again experienced some new things. Keeping the feeling I had when I was winning will boost my determination for my next one. Take care and see you all soon in training!
Lisa Marathon
ps the after party was great!! ( -:
1 Dec 2005
Weekend Training
This w end training...
Firstly theres no brat swim this w end as its next w end if on some
progs,if anyone wants to do manly swim on saterday aprox 6-7 am as a
hit
out before canberra please advise and I,ll put email out to confirm
Sat bike. 6 am york rd gates to waterfall return easy...
Or
if doing dam we,ll arrange easy to church point ride after 2-3 hrs
Sun bike 6:15 am york rd gates to kurnell with 40k hit
Or
Calga tt meet 7 am at start for 30 min warm up
Firstly theres no brat swim this w end as its next w end if on some
progs,if anyone wants to do manly swim on saterday aprox 6-7 am as a
hit
out before canberra please advise and I,ll put email out to confirm
Sat bike. 6 am york rd gates to waterfall return easy...
Or
if doing dam we,ll arrange easy to church point ride after 2-3 hrs
Sun bike 6:15 am york rd gates to kurnell with 40k hit
Or
Calga tt meet 7 am at start for 30 min warm up
JH on WA
Well I,m back from busso now and catching up on orders etc...i,ll write
my race report when I get a chance...i,ll outline the basics tho (don't
have times at hand)see below
Lisa...7th pro...was leading on the bike ...got some mechanical
probs,not drafting penalty as the ironmanlive said...great effort and
more experience under her belt,good dancer after too lol
Gina..dnf during run,stomach shut down,was 2nd girl in age onto the
run..great effort, needs to practice the nutrition more in race
conditions...was nearly there but few mods needed
Dingo...4th in age ,just missed Hawaii spot...best performance I,ve
seen
from him but plenty more up his sleeve coming I know it...practice
makes
perfect and he,s on the road to a sub 9:30 without a doubt
Yours truly...3rd in age and Hawaii spot...felt flat on the bike and
had
no legs(Hawaii and expo must of knocked me around more than I
hoped)..hung on for the always "its never over until its over"...dont
ask me how I got through 2nd half of bike..enjoyed the swim and run tho
Mone..best dancer and most pissed in bussleton,behind shane
smith...sporting a black eye after dallas threw her in the air during
there dance duo lol..lisa most in love dancer after dancing with
lother
leader haha
my race report when I get a chance...i,ll outline the basics tho (don't
have times at hand)see below
Lisa...7th pro...was leading on the bike ...got some mechanical
probs,not drafting penalty as the ironmanlive said...great effort and
more experience under her belt,good dancer after too lol
Gina..dnf during run,stomach shut down,was 2nd girl in age onto the
run..great effort, needs to practice the nutrition more in race
conditions...was nearly there but few mods needed
Dingo...4th in age ,just missed Hawaii spot...best performance I,ve
seen
from him but plenty more up his sleeve coming I know it...practice
makes
perfect and he,s on the road to a sub 9:30 without a doubt
Yours truly...3rd in age and Hawaii spot...felt flat on the bike and
had
no legs(Hawaii and expo must of knocked me around more than I
hoped)..hung on for the always "its never over until its over"...dont
ask me how I got through 2nd half of bike..enjoyed the swim and run tho
Mone..best dancer and most pissed in bussleton,behind shane
smith...sporting a black eye after dallas threw her in the air during
there dance duo lol..lisa most in love dancer after dancing with
lother
leader haha
Insport 20% Off Sale
Need some running shoes?
I happened to notice the other day that Insport (there's an outlet somewhere in Westfield Bondi Junction) that is selling everything in the store at 20% off.
So Kayano's are down to $200, DS Trainers to $168 etc etc .. There aren't a lot of sizes so be fast. The new Kayano's I saw are priced at $260!! Ouch .. how many gels is that???
I happened to notice the other day that Insport (there's an outlet somewhere in Westfield Bondi Junction) that is selling everything in the store at 20% off.
So Kayano's are down to $200, DS Trainers to $168 etc etc .. There aren't a lot of sizes so be fast. The new Kayano's I saw are priced at $260!! Ouch .. how many gels is that???
Dec 10 Swim + Run
BRAT RUN AND SWIM DECEMBER 10TH @MALABAR
LAST ONE FOR 2005 5km RUN 1&2K SWIM
Meet under LIFEGUARD TOWER - MALABAR BEACH. Malabar is the 1st beach after Maroubra, heading south. Turn LEFT off Anzac Parade at Cromwell Place, right into Franklin St and LEFT into Dacre St.
· 2.30pm start for run- entries close 2.15
· 3.30pm 1km swim start- entries close 3.15
· 4pm 2km swim start- entries close 3.45
· $15 entry for each race or $20 for both
LAST ONE FOR 2005 5km RUN 1&2K SWIM
Meet under LIFEGUARD TOWER - MALABAR BEACH. Malabar is the 1st beach after Maroubra, heading south. Turn LEFT off Anzac Parade at Cromwell Place, right into Franklin St and LEFT into Dacre St.
· 2.30pm start for run- entries close 2.15
· 3.30pm 1km swim start- entries close 3.15
· 4pm 2km swim start- entries close 3.45
· $15 entry for each race or $20 for both
Brat Christmas Drinks Friday
BRAT CHRISTMAS DRINKS
LAST DRINKS FOR THE YEAR
We are holding our Brat Club Christmas drinks at the ICEBERGS this Friday night, December 2nd. Come and celebrate another year with your mates at our clubhouse. If you get there early you can swim first. Look for members in Brat gear. Everyone is invited and friends too!
LAST DRINKS FOR THE YEAR
We are holding our Brat Club Christmas drinks at the ICEBERGS this Friday night, December 2nd. Come and celebrate another year with your mates at our clubhouse. If you get there early you can swim first. Look for members in Brat gear. Everyone is invited and friends too!
29 Nov 2005
Canberra 1/2 Entry Deadline
Early Entries will close at 5:00pm (Eastern Australian Summer time) on Wednesday, November 30th 2005
Thereafter late entries (with an additional fee) will remain open until 5:00pm on December 5th.
Thereafter late entries (with an additional fee) will remain open until 5:00pm on December 5th.
WA Clarification
I'd like to clarify what happened with Gina at WA as what I first put out was a mistake.
She was second off the bike in her age group, behind a former pro. She got to about the 12km mark of the run when her stomach stopped working. And while she fought to keep going, without being able to keep any nutrition inside and feeling increasingly miserable, she opted to stop. A very tough decision.
****
I've changed the initial story on the blog to reflect what happened.
She was second off the bike in her age group, behind a former pro. She got to about the 12km mark of the run when her stomach stopped working. And while she fought to keep going, without being able to keep any nutrition inside and feeling increasingly miserable, she opted to stop. A very tough decision.
****
I've changed the initial story on the blog to reflect what happened.
28 Nov 2005
Chris Has Some Company
Just in from the roving reporters in WA, Mr Hill and Rod Grace are going to Kona!!
Both secured spots at this mornings rolldown event.
Congrats to both .. now how can the rest of us get there?
Both secured spots at this mornings rolldown event.
Congrats to both .. now how can the rest of us get there?
Rainy Weather Outlook
For those of us here in Sydney, it's another wet day. I got soaked riding north on Saturday and I abandoned the idea of getting soaked again while riding on Sunday after checking the Sydney radar loop and seeing some threatening activity.
See weather link on the right hand side.
Here's the forecast for the week ahead:
Monday - showers, windy (accurate so far)
Tuesday - a few showers
Wednesday - mostly fine (improving)
Thursday - fine (that's more like it)
On the extended outlook:
Friday, Saturday and Sunday - showers, chance of thunderstorms!!!
See weather link on the right hand side.
Here's the forecast for the week ahead:
Monday - showers, windy (accurate so far)
Tuesday - a few showers
Wednesday - mostly fine (improving)
Thursday - fine (that's more like it)
On the extended outlook:
Friday, Saturday and Sunday - showers, chance of thunderstorms!!!
27 Nov 2005
A Day of Extremes
Stormy weather forced a half-hour delay in the start of the race, providing a fair bit of chop in the water after the firing of a police shotgun sent arms flailing.
The wind was ferocious on the bike and by the time the athletes were running there was no shade to comfort them from a relentless sun. And it got hotter and still hotter.
Our Hillbillies fought all the way - congrats to Dingo who swam, cycled and ran to a sub 10 finish, earning him fourth place in his age group and just a minute shy of a PB - a relatively decent training day!
"It was the hardest ride,'' with massive headwinds, and Coke consumption began about half way on the bike, Dingo said. "I had a good swim, a controlled ride and a fast run.'' He swam sub 59, rode 5:24 and ran 3:27.
(There were reports that he cramped up in the chute as he celebrated towards the line!!)
JH reached the podium with a third-place finish - not a bad effort for his second ironman in as many months. Mr Consistency! He wasn't actually entered until a few weeks before today. Swim 1:08, Bike 5:25, Run 3:32
Lisa battled with some mechanical issues on the bike (new cleat screw sponsor being sought) and finished her third ironman within eight months (Forster, Korea and WA). It's a journey and progress is being made, step by step.
And to the most courageous, Gina. Second off the bike in her age group (behind a former pro), she made a huge effort on the run. Her stomach threw her a curve just 12km into the run and though she battled it, going more than 30km, she decided to save herself for another day. Canada is already on the agenda - is there going to be another?
***
Special recognition to two former Hillbillies:
Charlotte ran a 3:10 marathon (the fastest women's run of the day) as she quietly and confidently took second place. A superb effort by one of the nicest triathletes you'll ever meet.
And Rod, fourth place in the toughest age group around (the one I'm in too). Awesome, awesome, awesome mate!
***
Extra special thanks to our Ironmate reporters Margreet and Fee who called in reports through the day (I was working so I wasn't able to get every detail on the blog as it happened - there are limits.)
Apparently, one of them or was it both who individually said: "I'd be interested in doing this next year. Count me in!''
Hmmmmmmmmmmmm
For detailed results you can find them through the athlete finder on Ironmanlive, check the M-dot link on the right hand side.
The wind was ferocious on the bike and by the time the athletes were running there was no shade to comfort them from a relentless sun. And it got hotter and still hotter.
Our Hillbillies fought all the way - congrats to Dingo who swam, cycled and ran to a sub 10 finish, earning him fourth place in his age group and just a minute shy of a PB - a relatively decent training day!
"It was the hardest ride,'' with massive headwinds, and Coke consumption began about half way on the bike, Dingo said. "I had a good swim, a controlled ride and a fast run.'' He swam sub 59, rode 5:24 and ran 3:27.
(There were reports that he cramped up in the chute as he celebrated towards the line!!)
JH reached the podium with a third-place finish - not a bad effort for his second ironman in as many months. Mr Consistency! He wasn't actually entered until a few weeks before today. Swim 1:08, Bike 5:25, Run 3:32
Lisa battled with some mechanical issues on the bike (new cleat screw sponsor being sought) and finished her third ironman within eight months (Forster, Korea and WA). It's a journey and progress is being made, step by step.
And to the most courageous, Gina. Second off the bike in her age group (behind a former pro), she made a huge effort on the run. Her stomach threw her a curve just 12km into the run and though she battled it, going more than 30km, she decided to save herself for another day. Canada is already on the agenda - is there going to be another?
***
Special recognition to two former Hillbillies:
Charlotte ran a 3:10 marathon (the fastest women's run of the day) as she quietly and confidently took second place. A superb effort by one of the nicest triathletes you'll ever meet.
And Rod, fourth place in the toughest age group around (the one I'm in too). Awesome, awesome, awesome mate!
***
Extra special thanks to our Ironmate reporters Margreet and Fee who called in reports through the day (I was working so I wasn't able to get every detail on the blog as it happened - there are limits.)
Apparently, one of them or was it both who individually said: "I'd be interested in doing this next year. Count me in!''
Hmmmmmmmmmmmm
For detailed results you can find them through the athlete finder on Ironmanlive, check the M-dot link on the right hand side.
Swim Update
Dingo had a solid swim with both John and Gina following. John was very relaxed, waving and smiling at the spectators and even practicing his backcrawl for a few strokes too.
Lisa emerged out of the water a bit ahead of Charlotte - with both appearing to have given it a solid effort.
Times to follow.
Lisa emerged out of the water a bit ahead of Charlotte - with both appearing to have given it a solid effort.
Times to follow.
Hillbillie WA Coverage
The Hillbillies have two roving reporters on the course in WA - Fee and Margreet.
The first report of the day, 10 minutes into the swim, confirmed that the competitors were being given a taste of some wild weather.
Thunder, lightning and showers rained down on Busselton overnight and resulted in a choppy sea and a half an hour delay in the start.
Ky Hurst flew into the swim and gapped the rest of the 700 or so athletes within the first 500 metres.
The first report of the day, 10 minutes into the swim, confirmed that the competitors were being given a taste of some wild weather.
Thunder, lightning and showers rained down on Busselton overnight and resulted in a choppy sea and a half an hour delay in the start.
Ky Hurst flew into the swim and gapped the rest of the 700 or so athletes within the first 500 metres.
25 Nov 2005
WA - Facts
The 2005 Ironman Western Australia Triathlon is being held on Sunday.
Below are quick facts about the event.
Where: Busselton, Western Australia
Who: 695 competitors from 37 countries and every state of Australia
When: On Sunday beginning at 6am at the Busselton Jetty
Qualifying Spots: 30 slots for 2006 Ironman World Championship (Hawaii)
150 slots for 2006 Ironman Australia Triathlon (Port Macquarie)
Website: http://www.ironmanwa.com
http://www.ironmanlive.com
Below are quick facts about the event.
Where: Busselton, Western Australia
Who: 695 competitors from 37 countries and every state of Australia
When: On Sunday beginning at 6am at the Busselton Jetty
Qualifying Spots: 30 slots for 2006 Ironman World Championship (Hawaii)
150 slots for 2006 Ironman Australia Triathlon (Port Macquarie)
Website: http://www.ironmanwa.com
http://www.ironmanlive.com
WA Women Elite
Perth’s Angela Milne, the leader of the 2005/06 Snap Australian Half Ironman series is hoping her early season form will continue for this Sunday’s Ironman Western Australia Triathlon in Busselton. The former Hawaii Ironman age-group world champion has recently returned to top form after the birth of her daughter 12 months ago, with victories in Yeppoon, Cairns and Port Macquarie.
Milne enters the race as favourite due to these wins over the half Ironman distance but will face tough opposition from Canada’s Marilyn MacDonald who is a two-time winner of Ironman Malaysia. Amanda Lovato of the USA recently won the Soma Triathlon, an international long distance event in Tempe, Arizona and is another woman who could challenge for the Ironman Western Australia title.
Another Australian athlete who is in good form is Ironman UK winner Rebecca Preston. Preston finished 11 th at the recent Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Hawaii.
40 Angela MILNE WA
41 Marilyn MACDONALD Canada
42 Amanda LOVATO USA
43 Sonja HEUBACH Malaysia
44 Imke SCHIERSCH Germany
45 Charlotte PAUL NSW
46 Silke HINRICHS Germany
47 Lisa MARANGON NSW
48 Karly ALLEN NSW
49 Barbara SCATCHARD Canada
50 Cordula MOLLER Namibia
51 Ruth VESLER USA
52 Rebecca PRESTON QLD
Milne enters the race as favourite due to these wins over the half Ironman distance but will face tough opposition from Canada’s Marilyn MacDonald who is a two-time winner of Ironman Malaysia. Amanda Lovato of the USA recently won the Soma Triathlon, an international long distance event in Tempe, Arizona and is another woman who could challenge for the Ironman Western Australia title.
Another Australian athlete who is in good form is Ironman UK winner Rebecca Preston. Preston finished 11 th at the recent Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Hawaii.
40 Angela MILNE WA
41 Marilyn MACDONALD Canada
42 Amanda LOVATO USA
43 Sonja HEUBACH Malaysia
44 Imke SCHIERSCH Germany
45 Charlotte PAUL NSW
46 Silke HINRICHS Germany
47 Lisa MARANGON NSW
48 Karly ALLEN NSW
49 Barbara SCATCHARD Canada
50 Cordula MOLLER Namibia
51 Ruth VESLER USA
52 Rebecca PRESTON QLD
WA Men Elite
From IMG
Germany ’s Lothar Leder, the first person to break the magical eight-hour mark of Ironman will headline the star-studded elite men’s race at Sunday’s 2005 Ironman Western Australia Triathlon held in Busselton.
Considered by many as potentially one of the fastest Ironman courses in the world with its long, flat stretches of road on the bike and an equally flat run course, the chance of an athlete of the caliber of Leder breaking eight hours has become a reality.
Leder’s confirmation now leads to a showdown with the two-time Ironman Malaysia champion, Bryan Rhodes of New Zealand who predicts he can go 7:58 on this course. Leder has recently based himself in Noosa for a three-week training stint to prepare for Ironman Western Australia .
Australian Mitch Anderson of Melbourne looms as a potential threat to take out his first Ironman victory after consistent performances at the Ford Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Hawaii . Placing 14 th in Kona just over a month ago, Anderson hopes his time is now to record his first Ironman victory.
“I am feeling strong after Hawaii and I am ready to race. I am looking forward to going to Busselton after hearing what a great race it was last year,” said Anderson. “Winning an Ironman anywhere around the world would be incredible but to do it in your own country would double the satisfaction.”
Also, look out for Great Britain ’s Paul Amey who won the Port Macquarie Half Ironman in early November and finished third at the recent Noosa Triathlon. Petr Vabrousek, Markus Strini, Mathias Hect, Margus Timm and former Telecom team cycle rider Kai Hundertmarck are all part of a strong European contingent who are looking to upset the race favourites.
Germany ’s Lothar Leder, the first person to break the magical eight-hour mark of Ironman will headline the star-studded elite men’s race at Sunday’s 2005 Ironman Western Australia Triathlon held in Busselton.
Considered by many as potentially one of the fastest Ironman courses in the world with its long, flat stretches of road on the bike and an equally flat run course, the chance of an athlete of the caliber of Leder breaking eight hours has become a reality.
Leder’s confirmation now leads to a showdown with the two-time Ironman Malaysia champion, Bryan Rhodes of New Zealand who predicts he can go 7:58 on this course. Leder has recently based himself in Noosa for a three-week training stint to prepare for Ironman Western Australia .
Australian Mitch Anderson of Melbourne looms as a potential threat to take out his first Ironman victory after consistent performances at the Ford Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Hawaii . Placing 14 th in Kona just over a month ago, Anderson hopes his time is now to record his first Ironman victory.
“I am feeling strong after Hawaii and I am ready to race. I am looking forward to going to Busselton after hearing what a great race it was last year,” said Anderson. “Winning an Ironman anywhere around the world would be incredible but to do it in your own country would double the satisfaction.”
Also, look out for Great Britain ’s Paul Amey who won the Port Macquarie Half Ironman in early November and finished third at the recent Noosa Triathlon. Petr Vabrousek, Markus Strini, Mathias Hect, Margus Timm and former Telecom team cycle rider Kai Hundertmarck are all part of a strong European contingent who are looking to upset the race favourites.
24 Nov 2005
IM WA Coverage
Reminder that there will be ironmanlive coverage of the race this weekend.
See the links on the right hand side here for IM WA and M-Dot (ironmanlive).
See the links on the right hand side here for IM WA and M-Dot (ironmanlive).
22 Nov 2005
Weekend Training with Damo
Sat 6 am york rd gates…..easy 90k ride to kurnell via la puruse,,,save yourself for sunday
Sun 6:15 am york rd gates…back to the hills…to waterfall….
Stop at sutho garage…then start hit after going over main road before auderley….go down auderly and through nat park…no waterfall right turn off keep going for 5k ..u turn then left up waterfall hill back to sutho garage to re group and refresh…that’s 60k e2 hit
Run after in park,last chance to sort out yr pace before Canberra on 6k loops
Me dingo gina and lisa will be in busso ,I should be on email…..damo is boss for sat sun and tue..thankyou damo
Also I wont be back for next tue bike….prog is pretty self explanatory but to summarise
Split into 2-3 groups of your level
1 flat lap e2 starting at bottom of kiosk hill
½ lap e3 to randwick gates
¼ lap e4 to showground
¼ e2 to recover to kiosk
to top of long hill e3
easy down
x4
Train safe
jh
Sun 6:15 am york rd gates…back to the hills…to waterfall….
Stop at sutho garage…then start hit after going over main road before auderley….go down auderly and through nat park…no waterfall right turn off keep going for 5k ..u turn then left up waterfall hill back to sutho garage to re group and refresh…that’s 60k e2 hit
Run after in park,last chance to sort out yr pace before Canberra on 6k loops
Me dingo gina and lisa will be in busso ,I should be on email…..damo is boss for sat sun and tue..thankyou damo
Also I wont be back for next tue bike….prog is pretty self explanatory but to summarise
Split into 2-3 groups of your level
1 flat lap e2 starting at bottom of kiosk hill
½ lap e3 to randwick gates
¼ lap e4 to showground
¼ e2 to recover to kiosk
to top of long hill e3
easy down
x4
Train safe
jh
21 Nov 2005
Nepean Results
At nepean
2nd overall for dean king
3rd overall for lisa who took the run easy saving for bussleton ironman next week
1st cat for alice woo hoo that’s a first I think !!...smashed boyfriend Stephen again??????? haha
1st cat for kim wilson
gezer,ian depree and rod watch out alice will get you soon !! lol..”go the girls”
jh
2nd overall for dean king
3rd overall for lisa who took the run easy saving for bussleton ironman next week
1st cat for alice woo hoo that’s a first I think !!...smashed boyfriend Stephen again??????? haha
1st cat for kim wilson
gezer,ian depree and rod watch out alice will get you soon !! lol..”go the girls”
jh
All Women's Festival
TriNSW will again present the All Women’s Festival on January 28th at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in a new one day format, featuring valuable clinics, in a wonderfully relaxed Tea and Talk format, followed by two easy to compete in format events over varying distances designed to allow anyone to try a ‘tri’ easily.
We’re inviting women from around the state to come and try our sport in a comfortable atmosphere amidst a great safety crew and experts a plenty to assist your day.
We’re inviting women from around the state to come and try our sport in a comfortable atmosphere amidst a great safety crew and experts a plenty to assist your day.
New Club Team Event
t3 Events will present the first ever Australian Triathlon Club Teams Championships (ATCTC) at the Penrith Regatta Centre on May 20 and 21, 2006.
The ATCTC is an all new addition to the NSW and Australian Triathlon calendar, and is designed for triathlon clubs from around Australia to compete for the title of Australian Club Teams Champions.
The Premier Division is the elite category of the ATCTC and is open to both professional and age group athletes.
Each team will consist of four club members, who will race over the sprint distance (750m swim/20km ride/5km run) in a time trial fashion. The four members must keep together and to be eligible for the points, three members of each team must cross the finish line within 2 seconds of one another.
Division 2, 3 and Over 45's is open to all club members. Professional athletes are not eligible to compete in these divisions but points from all divisions count to the crowning of the Australian Club Champions.
The ATCTC is an all new addition to the NSW and Australian Triathlon calendar, and is designed for triathlon clubs from around Australia to compete for the title of Australian Club Teams Champions.
The Premier Division is the elite category of the ATCTC and is open to both professional and age group athletes.
Each team will consist of four club members, who will race over the sprint distance (750m swim/20km ride/5km run) in a time trial fashion. The four members must keep together and to be eligible for the points, three members of each team must cross the finish line within 2 seconds of one another.
Division 2, 3 and Over 45's is open to all club members. Professional athletes are not eligible to compete in these divisions but points from all divisions count to the crowning of the Australian Club Champions.
Kurnell Race Calendar
ENTRIES FOR KURNELL ARE OPEN AT www.trinswrace.org and got to the TriNSW Kurnell Sprint Series tab and then to Race Entry and Confirmation
Race #1 Sunday 18th December 2005
Race #2 Sunday 15th January 2006
Race #3 Sunday 26th February 2006
Race #4 Sunday 12th March 2006
Race #1 Sunday 18th December 2005
Race #2 Sunday 15th January 2006
Race #3 Sunday 26th February 2006
Race #4 Sunday 12th March 2006
NSW Race Calendar
"Coming up in NSW this season are races of every distance from ultra sprint to ultra distance, capped by Ironman Australia next April and the annual TriNSW Club Championships in May.
In between there’s sensational racing such as the Tri Coast Challenge, the Panthers Tri Club Summer Sprint Series, the national tour Olympic race at Port Stephens, the Trial Bay Triathlon, the Australian Long Distance Championship, the Forster Ultra Tri, Invarell Tri, Hillston Outback Tri, the Sparke Helmore Tri at Newcastle, the Byron Bay Tri and the brand new Australia Tri Clubs Teams Champs at Penrith…"
*From Tri NSW newsletter
In between there’s sensational racing such as the Tri Coast Challenge, the Panthers Tri Club Summer Sprint Series, the national tour Olympic race at Port Stephens, the Trial Bay Triathlon, the Australian Long Distance Championship, the Forster Ultra Tri, Invarell Tri, Hillston Outback Tri, the Sparke Helmore Tri at Newcastle, the Byron Bay Tri and the brand new Australia Tri Clubs Teams Champs at Penrith…"
*From Tri NSW newsletter
19 Nov 2005
Wedding Day Sunshine
This afternoon in Woollahra Declan and Steph will tie the knot.
While the day began a bit overcast, the sun is starting to break through. Let it shine each day hence.
While the day began a bit overcast, the sun is starting to break through. Let it shine each day hence.
Train Like Tess and Chris and JP
Ok now .. Tess has been to Hawaii twice .. and Chris is now preparing to go for his second time.
As for JP, well he's already been there - at least twice I think.
Is there a pattern emerging? Perhaps. Each of them trains with a CompuTrainer - so a source has told me.
Ask Wendo (a Hawaii Ironman herself) for a demonstration. Her husband Phil is the Oz distributor.
``If you’re not using one, then you’re drafting off of someone who does!” Apparently!
http://www.racermateinc.com/computrainer.asp
As for JP, well he's already been there - at least twice I think.
Is there a pattern emerging? Perhaps. Each of them trains with a CompuTrainer - so a source has told me.
Ask Wendo (a Hawaii Ironman herself) for a demonstration. Her husband Phil is the Oz distributor.
``If you’re not using one, then you’re drafting off of someone who does!” Apparently!
http://www.racermateinc.com/computrainer.asp
No Air in Me Tires
Ever have that feeling that someone deflated your tires?
Well, I had that on a ride south to Waterfall and back through the National Park this morning.
Alas, I'm home now! Ride completed. Whew!!
Well, I had that on a ride south to Waterfall and back through the National Park this morning.
Alas, I'm home now! Ride completed. Whew!!
18 Nov 2005
The Malaysian Option
Ok .. tears shed .. China a distant memory .. hmmm .. perhaps Malaysia . late Feb!!
Weekend Training
Few different things on this weekend as follows (as per yr prog options)
Sat swim :6 am start at manly dam…2k race included..a great hitout,great scenery and something different
Sat easy bike: after manly swim aprox 7 am from the dam to palm beach and return..a nice ride and again something different
Those staying at the park who cant make it 6 am york rd gates to waterfall and return easy.(note I,ll be doing manly option)
Sat brat race :1:30 pm at hefron park,be early to register
Sat wedding :more hillbillies tying the knot ! steff and Declan good luck !….so be carefull next could be you !!! J
Sun bike : as per last week 6:15 am york rd gates…via la puruse,2 laps of kurnell hit
Sun run :after bike in park
Also nepean tri is on Sunday.
Have fun !
jh
Sat swim :6 am start at manly dam…2k race included..a great hitout,great scenery and something different
Sat easy bike: after manly swim aprox 7 am from the dam to palm beach and return..a nice ride and again something different
Those staying at the park who cant make it 6 am york rd gates to waterfall and return easy.(note I,ll be doing manly option)
Sat brat race :1:30 pm at hefron park,be early to register
Sat wedding :more hillbillies tying the knot ! steff and Declan good luck !….so be carefull next could be you !!! J
Sun bike : as per last week 6:15 am york rd gates…via la puruse,2 laps of kurnell hit
Sun run :after bike in park
Also nepean tri is on Sunday.
Have fun !
jh
17 Nov 2005
No IM China in 2006
As many of you have probably learned, whether from our web site, the WTC press release just announced, or just through the grapevine, the Chinese government has just informed us that it will not sanction the Ironman race scheduled for April 23, 2006.
As a result, our long-awaited and much anticipated inaugural Ironman China cannot proceed as planned due to circumstances beyond our control.
Regrettably, we will have to cancel the 2006 race and focus instead on 2007 by which time we expect to have successfully overcome the current obstacles.
As a result, our long-awaited and much anticipated inaugural Ironman China cannot proceed as planned due to circumstances beyond our control.
Regrettably, we will have to cancel the 2006 race and focus instead on 2007 by which time we expect to have successfully overcome the current obstacles.
Future Ocean Swims
Nov 27 Coogee Express Glass Island Challenge 1k, 2.4k
Dec 4 Bondi to Bronte 2k
Jan 8 The Roughwater - Bondi 2k
8 Palm Beach 1.5k
Jan 14 Shelley Beach (Manly) l.5k
Jan 29 The Big Swim Palm Beach to Whale Beach 2.5k
Feb 5 The Cole Classic (Manly) 2k
Feb 12 North Bondi Classic 2k
**these are just a few of the ones on the calendar at:
http://www.oceanswims.com
Dec 4 Bondi to Bronte 2k
Jan 8 The Roughwater - Bondi 2k
8 Palm Beach 1.5k
Jan 14 Shelley Beach (Manly) l.5k
Jan 29 The Big Swim Palm Beach to Whale Beach 2.5k
Feb 5 The Cole Classic (Manly) 2k
Feb 12 North Bondi Classic 2k
**these are just a few of the ones on the calendar at:
http://www.oceanswims.com
Balmain Ocean Swim
Dawny's Cockatoo Challenge - 2.3k or 1.1k
$30 if you enter online by 4 pm today, $40 if you enter on race day
Race starts at 8.30 am on Sunday, registration closes at 8 am
Registration, start and finish at Dawn Fraser Pool, Balmain.
Shorter swim runs from Dawn Fraser Pool to Cockatoo Island, along southern shore of the island, then back to Dawn Fraser Pool.
Longer swim runs from Dawn Fraser Pool, clockwise around Cockatoo Island and back to pool.
*You can wear a wetsuit or fins - though you will be ineligible for any prizes.
www.oceanswims.com
$30 if you enter online by 4 pm today, $40 if you enter on race day
Race starts at 8.30 am on Sunday, registration closes at 8 am
Registration, start and finish at Dawn Fraser Pool, Balmain.
Shorter swim runs from Dawn Fraser Pool to Cockatoo Island, along southern shore of the island, then back to Dawn Fraser Pool.
Longer swim runs from Dawn Fraser Pool, clockwise around Cockatoo Island and back to pool.
*You can wear a wetsuit or fins - though you will be ineligible for any prizes.
www.oceanswims.com
Heading to Germany
Miracles do happen.
The Socceroos and their miracle man, coach Guus Hiddink (Hup Hup Holland!!!), might have left it late. It doesn't matter.
Australia have ended a 31-year drought and qualified for the World Cup finals again.
This is the sporting story of the year, and for some, the moment of a lifetime.
*from the sydney morning herald
The Socceroos and their miracle man, coach Guus Hiddink (Hup Hup Holland!!!), might have left it late. It doesn't matter.
Australia have ended a 31-year drought and qualified for the World Cup finals again.
This is the sporting story of the year, and for some, the moment of a lifetime.
*from the sydney morning herald
16 Nov 2005
Exercise is good for you
From Tuesday's Globe and Mail
People who incorporate regular physical activity into their daily routine can extend their life expectancy by about 3½ years, according to new research.
A second, unrelated study found that an exercise regime -- even when it is started after the age of 65 -- can sharply improve quality of life too.
What the raft of new research agrees on, however, is that it doesn't take much effort to really improve your health -- as little as 30 minutes daily of brisk walking or the equivalent. But those who exercise more tend to reap greater health rewards. (sic - Hillbillies for example)
Dr. Oscar Franco, an epidemiologist at Erasmus University Medical Centre in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, said there is significant research demonstrating the beneficial effects of physical activity in preventing a number of conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and some forms of cancer, but little data on whether being fit actually led to a longer life.
People who incorporate regular physical activity into their daily routine can extend their life expectancy by about 3½ years, according to new research.
A second, unrelated study found that an exercise regime -- even when it is started after the age of 65 -- can sharply improve quality of life too.
What the raft of new research agrees on, however, is that it doesn't take much effort to really improve your health -- as little as 30 minutes daily of brisk walking or the equivalent. But those who exercise more tend to reap greater health rewards. (sic - Hillbillies for example)
Dr. Oscar Franco, an epidemiologist at Erasmus University Medical Centre in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, said there is significant research demonstrating the beneficial effects of physical activity in preventing a number of conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and some forms of cancer, but little data on whether being fit actually led to a longer life.
15 Nov 2005
The Animal's IM Report
Pre Race-
Walked to race start - about 2-3k which helped me loosen up
Did a 10min run with 4 x 20second builds to fast with high knee lift
Short swim in the waves to suss out how shallow it was.
Swim
I started front line and ran out into the shallow water where we had to run/dive/run/dive for the first 30m. Settled into the lead pack with one or two guys way out off the front.
Pack broke at the 800m turn can. I got into a bit of a tangle with another swimmer and backed off to let him through - I jumped onto his feet and swam behind for 40m. I looked up to check if we were still on course and ... shit... we were heading the wrong way!, bloody hell you idiot I thought - didn't this guy know how to look where he was going? I hammered past him and straightened us back up but that cost us a bit of time and the lead of the pack was about 30metres ahead - too far for me to chase when we were already going hard. I led the other stragglers around the rest of the way. The 100m soft sand run killed me halfway through the swim - and having to wade through all the shallow water and surf afterwards had most of us walking in e4! Took me a while to recover from that but eventually got going again and swam solid the rest of the way.
T1
Ran into T1 and found some idiot had lost my gear bag! It took me and three volunteers about 2mins to find it - a quick transition followed and out onto the bike still around the top twenty.
Bike
Felt great early and just went steady. Found a few who were tailing me so decided to use them a little. I led the first 20k then backed off and let them pass. I stayed legal and just used them to set the pace. - The pace was very comfortable for me - too comfortable. I was riding very conservatively but wished the other guys could ride my pace. Should I go off the front so early into the race? I led the pack a few times at a quickish pace but as we turned into the light head wind at 40k mark the guys tucked right in on my wheel and I knew they were struggling to hang in. I pushed solid for around 10k then went a bike down or two and rested for 5k. I repeated this about 3 times - it was great because I would rev us up then recover. But when not on the front the pace was just too slow and I couldn't help thinking I was wasting time and not gaining anything.
Finally we got taken by a pack who were moving quicker and I sprang up and nestled in with them. In this were most of the age group winners. It was a slighlty illegal pack - ie - we rotated great on the front but we were all around 5-6metres apart instead of the 8m the draft busters wanted. They are strict on drafting over there , and a bike came up from behind and asked me to pull over - !! Done - ok I admit I wasn't the legal distance apart - but who was? This was at the 110k mark. Needless to say by the time I had pulled over and got my lecture and slash on my number everyone was gone.
I changed to tt mode and blasted out - I wasn't going to risk disqualification so I wasn't going to slow for anyone or use anything. I was spewin ' - all that time I wasted trying to get others to work.AArghh!
Within 10k I had ridden through the pack I had been in - they were all shot. I continued solo and began catching back marker pros. I was feeling strong and was doing it mid - high e2 and was gaining confidence passing a lot of bikes especially pros who started 15min earlier and that had aero helemets and disc wheels! I was at the 140k mark and by now the wind had picked up to strong and slowed me up but I still felt great and just pushed through. Continued strong til the 170k mark where I started getting cramps. I had trouble keeping my nutrition down - and the quads were starting to twitch on me. I eased up and just threw it into the small chain ring at 170k and spun easy home. Got passed by a couple of bikes in those last few k's but didn't bother chasing them. I stretched and stretched - did everything I could to revitalize.
T2
Cruised in off the bike and into the penalty box. Welchy zapped me in and we began joking and mucking around (I had met him the day before). What a top bloke! I took my helmet off - had some water and stayed on my feet. The 4min went quick and I had a chance to calm down and control my hrate and collect myself for the run. Ran out - got the bag - nice fast change and bang I was out on to the course where Chappo was telling me I was still right up there.
Run
After the first 1k I felt magic. I knew I had a shot at having a good run so I went into my pace early. I felt great and was doing it on my ear, the pace was comfortable but - up tempo. I reeled in a few guys but everyone was really spread out and there didn't seem to be many out there to run down. After 15k the quads were going downhill after the heavy smashing they were copping on the flat hard road. I toughed it out but each mile got worse and worse. Aerobically I felt fine, but it was apparent to me that the only thing that could let me down was going to be the quads stiffening up or cramping. It was getting really hot now too - I kept throwing down the salt and drinking water and coke and gatorade. I finished the first lap and there was Welchy screaming at me - " go chris!!" - what an inspiration! Here was the one and only greg welch - cheering for me!
The second lap I was hanging in - but my legs were copping an absolute hammering! At the turn at 31k I knew I just had to put my head down and march home. Physically I was really suffering and every step I thought I was about to cramp - but I didn't. Continually flying past people on their first lap helped me mentally too. At 36k I was really hurting but the fanatical awesome crowd was pushing me home. I got passed by a couple of blokes in my age group in those last miles but there was nothing I could do about it - I had slowed up but still running moderate pace. Soon enough I was heading home inside the last mile - my second lap a lot slower than the first but really happy to finally get to the line.
Over the line and the legs instantly seized up and I felt really sick from all the salt and my stomach was in knots. I shuffled around in pain but happy with the job I had done.
Awesome race - awesome huge crowd on the run!
Goal one was to get a Hawaii slot and I was rapped to do that.
I was a little disappointed with the penalty and the T1 lost gear and everything - but with more in the tank it was a great confidence boost for me. I think I am beginning to work out the ironman distance a little more now - so fingers crossed I can keep it all going strong.
*****PHOTOS SOON*******
Walked to race start - about 2-3k which helped me loosen up
Did a 10min run with 4 x 20second builds to fast with high knee lift
Short swim in the waves to suss out how shallow it was.
Swim
I started front line and ran out into the shallow water where we had to run/dive/run/dive for the first 30m. Settled into the lead pack with one or two guys way out off the front.
Pack broke at the 800m turn can. I got into a bit of a tangle with another swimmer and backed off to let him through - I jumped onto his feet and swam behind for 40m. I looked up to check if we were still on course and ... shit... we were heading the wrong way!, bloody hell you idiot I thought - didn't this guy know how to look where he was going? I hammered past him and straightened us back up but that cost us a bit of time and the lead of the pack was about 30metres ahead - too far for me to chase when we were already going hard. I led the other stragglers around the rest of the way. The 100m soft sand run killed me halfway through the swim - and having to wade through all the shallow water and surf afterwards had most of us walking in e4! Took me a while to recover from that but eventually got going again and swam solid the rest of the way.
T1
Ran into T1 and found some idiot had lost my gear bag! It took me and three volunteers about 2mins to find it - a quick transition followed and out onto the bike still around the top twenty.
Bike
Felt great early and just went steady. Found a few who were tailing me so decided to use them a little. I led the first 20k then backed off and let them pass. I stayed legal and just used them to set the pace. - The pace was very comfortable for me - too comfortable. I was riding very conservatively but wished the other guys could ride my pace. Should I go off the front so early into the race? I led the pack a few times at a quickish pace but as we turned into the light head wind at 40k mark the guys tucked right in on my wheel and I knew they were struggling to hang in. I pushed solid for around 10k then went a bike down or two and rested for 5k. I repeated this about 3 times - it was great because I would rev us up then recover. But when not on the front the pace was just too slow and I couldn't help thinking I was wasting time and not gaining anything.
Finally we got taken by a pack who were moving quicker and I sprang up and nestled in with them. In this were most of the age group winners. It was a slighlty illegal pack - ie - we rotated great on the front but we were all around 5-6metres apart instead of the 8m the draft busters wanted. They are strict on drafting over there , and a bike came up from behind and asked me to pull over - !! Done - ok I admit I wasn't the legal distance apart - but who was? This was at the 110k mark. Needless to say by the time I had pulled over and got my lecture and slash on my number everyone was gone.
I changed to tt mode and blasted out - I wasn't going to risk disqualification so I wasn't going to slow for anyone or use anything. I was spewin ' - all that time I wasted trying to get others to work.AArghh!
Within 10k I had ridden through the pack I had been in - they were all shot. I continued solo and began catching back marker pros. I was feeling strong and was doing it mid - high e2 and was gaining confidence passing a lot of bikes especially pros who started 15min earlier and that had aero helemets and disc wheels! I was at the 140k mark and by now the wind had picked up to strong and slowed me up but I still felt great and just pushed through. Continued strong til the 170k mark where I started getting cramps. I had trouble keeping my nutrition down - and the quads were starting to twitch on me. I eased up and just threw it into the small chain ring at 170k and spun easy home. Got passed by a couple of bikes in those last few k's but didn't bother chasing them. I stretched and stretched - did everything I could to revitalize.
T2
Cruised in off the bike and into the penalty box. Welchy zapped me in and we began joking and mucking around (I had met him the day before). What a top bloke! I took my helmet off - had some water and stayed on my feet. The 4min went quick and I had a chance to calm down and control my hrate and collect myself for the run. Ran out - got the bag - nice fast change and bang I was out on to the course where Chappo was telling me I was still right up there.
Run
After the first 1k I felt magic. I knew I had a shot at having a good run so I went into my pace early. I felt great and was doing it on my ear, the pace was comfortable but - up tempo. I reeled in a few guys but everyone was really spread out and there didn't seem to be many out there to run down. After 15k the quads were going downhill after the heavy smashing they were copping on the flat hard road. I toughed it out but each mile got worse and worse. Aerobically I felt fine, but it was apparent to me that the only thing that could let me down was going to be the quads stiffening up or cramping. It was getting really hot now too - I kept throwing down the salt and drinking water and coke and gatorade. I finished the first lap and there was Welchy screaming at me - " go chris!!" - what an inspiration! Here was the one and only greg welch - cheering for me!
The second lap I was hanging in - but my legs were copping an absolute hammering! At the turn at 31k I knew I just had to put my head down and march home. Physically I was really suffering and every step I thought I was about to cramp - but I didn't. Continually flying past people on their first lap helped me mentally too. At 36k I was really hurting but the fanatical awesome crowd was pushing me home. I got passed by a couple of blokes in my age group in those last miles but there was nothing I could do about it - I had slowed up but still running moderate pace. Soon enough I was heading home inside the last mile - my second lap a lot slower than the first but really happy to finally get to the line.
Over the line and the legs instantly seized up and I felt really sick from all the salt and my stomach was in knots. I shuffled around in pain but happy with the job I had done.
Awesome race - awesome huge crowd on the run!
Goal one was to get a Hawaii slot and I was rapped to do that.
I was a little disappointed with the penalty and the T1 lost gear and everything - but with more in the tank it was a great confidence boost for me. I think I am beginning to work out the ironman distance a little more now - so fingers crossed I can keep it all going strong.
*****PHOTOS SOON*******
Forster Ultra
Forster/Tuncurry Ironman 26th February 2005
The Forster ultra race now caters for teams, and has $20,000 in prize money, to be also spead amongst the age groups as well.
Please go to http://www.forsterultra.com.au/ to check all the details. Entries are closing on the 19th November 2005.
Thanks
Tony `G' (Golden that is!)
The Forster ultra race now caters for teams, and has $20,000 in prize money, to be also spead amongst the age groups as well.
Please go to http://www.forsterultra.com.au/ to check all the details. Entries are closing on the 19th November 2005.
Thanks
Tony `G' (Golden that is!)
14 Nov 2005
Shep 1/2 Results
FYI - Grace had an amazing race - I am allowed to brag!
swim = 35.23
bike = 2.52.45 (with a 5 minute drafting penalty!)
run = 1.38.12 (top 10 female run time overall)
total = 5.06.21
shep half results
http://www.multisportaustralia.com.au
Alice
swim = 35.23
bike = 2.52.45 (with a 5 minute drafting penalty!)
run = 1.38.12 (top 10 female run time overall)
total = 5.06.21
shep half results
http://www.multisportaustralia.com.au
Alice
Kraft-y
Germany's Nina Kraft will end her one year EPO doping ban this weekend. Kraft's web site carries an interview in which she discusses her return to triathlon.
Source:
More Info: http://www.nina-kraft.de
*from xtri.com
Source:
More Info: http://www.nina-kraft.de
*from xtri.com
Brat Help
HELPERS NEEDED!! THIS IS SERIOUS!!
EARN RACE SERIES POINTS BY HELPING
We still need 7 volunteers to hold our race on Saturday. All our races are staffed entirely by volunteer club members- mostly the same few every time. IF WE DO NOT GET THE PEOPLE WE NEED WE WILL HAVE TO CANCEL OUR RACES. If you race regularly please consider helping so that everyone can have a chance to race. If you aren’t racing on the day why not come out and support your club by volunteering your services for one of the following jobs
Marshal- main need for this race
time keeper and recorder
set-up and pack crew
results co-ordinator
If you are racing you can still help by setting up or packing up at the end. Family or friends could help too. Contact this month’s race director Mandy Meredith on 0407233804 OR e-mail mandymeredith@ozemail.com.au
EARN RACE SERIES POINTS BY HELPING
We still need 7 volunteers to hold our race on Saturday. All our races are staffed entirely by volunteer club members- mostly the same few every time. IF WE DO NOT GET THE PEOPLE WE NEED WE WILL HAVE TO CANCEL OUR RACES. If you race regularly please consider helping so that everyone can have a chance to race. If you aren’t racing on the day why not come out and support your club by volunteering your services for one of the following jobs
Marshal- main need for this race
time keeper and recorder
set-up and pack crew
results co-ordinator
If you are racing you can still help by setting up or packing up at the end. Family or friends could help too. Contact this month’s race director Mandy Meredith on 0407233804 OR e-mail mandymeredith@ozemail.com.au
12 Nov 2005
ESource X'treme
EnergySource X’treme is being launched alongside EnergySource 4:1.
The X’treme formulation contains 2,000mg of L-carnatine, 660mg of bitter orange, 1,000mg of taurine and 300mg of caffeine per 100g to provide one of the biggest legal stimulants on the market.
X’treme also comes with High5’s HEAC formulation and blend of natural anti-oxidants.
X’treme gives you the getup-and-go you need before a heavy training session, though it’s just as useful for perking you up when you start to fl ag during races thanks to
its HEAC content.
Recommended use is only 3-4 times during longer-distance races as X’treme kick is so
dramatic. Consult your doctor before use if you have any medical conditions.
The final factor to come into the equation: will your wallet take a bashing? Simply, no.
EnergySource 4:1 is available in Fresh Citrus and Summer Fruit fl avours and the RRP is £8.97 for 600g or £15.97 for 1.3kg. EnergySource X’treme comes in Citrus Blast and its RRP is £19.99 for 1.4kg
The X’treme formulation contains 2,000mg of L-carnatine, 660mg of bitter orange, 1,000mg of taurine and 300mg of caffeine per 100g to provide one of the biggest legal stimulants on the market.
X’treme also comes with High5’s HEAC formulation and blend of natural anti-oxidants.
X’treme gives you the getup-and-go you need before a heavy training session, though it’s just as useful for perking you up when you start to fl ag during races thanks to
its HEAC content.
Recommended use is only 3-4 times during longer-distance races as X’treme kick is so
dramatic. Consult your doctor before use if you have any medical conditions.
The final factor to come into the equation: will your wallet take a bashing? Simply, no.
EnergySource 4:1 is available in Fresh Citrus and Summer Fruit fl avours and the RRP is £8.97 for 600g or £15.97 for 1.3kg. EnergySource X’treme comes in Citrus Blast and its RRP is £19.99 for 1.4kg
New Gels
High5 EnergyGel has also been improved. It now has a thinner consistency, comes in 10 different flavours and is 48% bigger with no increase in price.
New technology preserves the delicate fl avour of the real fruit juice and the thinner consistency makes it easier to consume when your mouth is dry.
The new flavours are:
Banana Blast
Citrus Burst
Juicy Orange
Summer Fruits
Raspberry Rush
Carribbean Crush
Green Apple
Smooth Chocolate
Cola PLUS (with caffeine and choline)
Orange PLUS (with caffeine and choline)
You can get 12 gel sachets for the price of 10 in High5’s new size
retail pack. At RRP £7.92, that means each 38g sachet costs
only 0.66p. EnergyGel Plus is also available with HEAC
formulation (citrus fl avour only).
New technology preserves the delicate fl avour of the real fruit juice and the thinner consistency makes it easier to consume when your mouth is dry.
The new flavours are:
Banana Blast
Citrus Burst
Juicy Orange
Summer Fruits
Raspberry Rush
Carribbean Crush
Green Apple
Smooth Chocolate
Cola PLUS (with caffeine and choline)
Orange PLUS (with caffeine and choline)
You can get 12 gel sachets for the price of 10 in High5’s new size
retail pack. At RRP £7.92, that means each 38g sachet costs
only 0.66p. EnergyGel Plus is also available with HEAC
formulation (citrus fl avour only).
ESource 4:1
High5 has just launched Europe’s first carbohydrate/protein drink for use during
exercise.
EnergySource 4:1 contains fourparts carbs to one-part protein, providing you with the ideal mix of fuel your body needs to perform at its best.
The 4:1 mix is crucial to optimising performance. Research shows this ratio extends
time to fatigue by 29% compared to carb-only drinks and 57% compared to water.
EnergySource 4:1 also contains a highelectrolyte anti-cramp (HEAC) formulation to
maximise fl uid absorption when you’re exercising in the heat and minimise the potential for cramp during long-distance events.
An effective blend of natural anti-oxidants is also incorporated into EnergySource 4:1 to mop up damaging free radicals created through intense or prolonged exercise.
exercise.
EnergySource 4:1 contains fourparts carbs to one-part protein, providing you with the ideal mix of fuel your body needs to perform at its best.
The 4:1 mix is crucial to optimising performance. Research shows this ratio extends
time to fatigue by 29% compared to carb-only drinks and 57% compared to water.
EnergySource 4:1 also contains a highelectrolyte anti-cramp (HEAC) formulation to
maximise fl uid absorption when you’re exercising in the heat and minimise the potential for cramp during long-distance events.
An effective blend of natural anti-oxidants is also incorporated into EnergySource 4:1 to mop up damaging free radicals created through intense or prolonged exercise.
10 Nov 2005
Chris going to Kona
Yup Chris is going to Kona.
From the IM Florida list of qualifiers it indicates that there were four spots in his age group and all top four finishers took their spots!!
Now, who's going to help pace him next October?????
From the IM Florida list of qualifiers it indicates that there were four spots in his age group and all top four finishers took their spots!!
Now, who's going to help pace him next October?????
Weekend Training With JH
Sat bike (for those on your prog)..6 am york rd gates…easy ride waterfall…(wont be many on this ride due to easy week)
Sat swim..email damo for lisas stroke correction, or uni nsw pool 2 pm with gr sellers
Sun bike 6:15 am york rd gates…lapuruse kurnell…at kurnell doing 2 long loops hits with nat park section
Sun run..after bike
Progs coming very soon
Regards
jh
Sat swim..email damo for lisas stroke correction, or uni nsw pool 2 pm with gr sellers
Sun bike 6:15 am york rd gates…lapuruse kurnell…at kurnell doing 2 long loops hits with nat park section
Sun run..after bike
Progs coming very soon
Regards
jh
IM China - travel
Ironman China Tour April 16 to April 25, 2006 through TriTravel
Race fee USD $450 (about A$615)
Travel costs start from USD $2,529* (about A$3450) per person, twin share
Includes:
- Return economy China Southern flights from Melbourne/Sydney into Guang Zhou (it's the capital of the province of Guangdong -- on the mainland, once known as Canton - the airport is less than two years old).
- Return economy China Southern flights from Guang Zhou to Sanya.
China Southern http://www.cs-air.com/en/
- Airport/Hotel return coach & bike transfers.
- 9 nights accommodation at the Five Star “Universal Resort Hotel” in a Superior Garden Room including daily American Buffet Breakfast.
- Services of a local Chinese guide for all transfers and tours.
- Tri Travel’s Tour expert Shane Smith and his crew throughout the whole tour.
All applicable airfare taxes and charges.
Race fee USD $450 (about A$615)
Travel costs start from USD $2,529* (about A$3450) per person, twin share
Includes:
- Return economy China Southern flights from Melbourne/Sydney into Guang Zhou (it's the capital of the province of Guangdong -- on the mainland, once known as Canton - the airport is less than two years old).
- Return economy China Southern flights from Guang Zhou to Sanya.
China Southern http://www.cs-air.com/en/
- Airport/Hotel return coach & bike transfers.
- 9 nights accommodation at the Five Star “Universal Resort Hotel” in a Superior Garden Room including daily American Buffet Breakfast.
- Services of a local Chinese guide for all transfers and tours.
- Tri Travel’s Tour expert Shane Smith and his crew throughout the whole tour.
All applicable airfare taxes and charges.
Brat volunteers needed
WANTED - HELP FOR BRAT TRIATHLON
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19 HEFFRON PARK MAROUBRA
All our races are staffed entirely by volunteers who are club members. If you race regularly please consider helping so that everyone can have a chance to race. If you aren’t racing on the day why not come out and support your club by volunteering your services for one of the following jobs
marshal
time keeper and recorder
set-up and pack crew
results co-ordinator
If you are racing you can still help by setting up or packing up at the end. Family or friends could help too. We need about a dozen people to put this race on. IF WE DO NOT HAVE THE STAFF WE NEED WE WILL HAVE TO CANCEL OUR RACES! Contact this month’s race director Mandy Meredith on 0407233804 OR e-mail mandymeredith@ozemail.com.au
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19 HEFFRON PARK MAROUBRA
All our races are staffed entirely by volunteers who are club members. If you race regularly please consider helping so that everyone can have a chance to race. If you aren’t racing on the day why not come out and support your club by volunteering your services for one of the following jobs
marshal
time keeper and recorder
set-up and pack crew
results co-ordinator
If you are racing you can still help by setting up or packing up at the end. Family or friends could help too. We need about a dozen people to put this race on. IF WE DO NOT HAVE THE STAFF WE NEED WE WILL HAVE TO CANCEL OUR RACES! Contact this month’s race director Mandy Meredith on 0407233804 OR e-mail mandymeredith@ozemail.com.au
Looking pretty
Just noticed that Cheeky Monkey is advertising tri-outfits for the races ahead -- of course .. De Soto, Orca, Zoot and Ironman
9 Nov 2005
Peter Reid not racing WA
From his website:
"PETER OUT OF IRONMAN WESTERN AUSTRALIA
I decided to pull out of IM-WA today.
I gave it a shot with the training; but, my body (mentally and physically) was exhausted. All those months of never giving up when I was sick finally caught up to me. I need a break and spend some time at home with my friends. I am looking forward to spending time on the XC skis and supporting my friends who helped me during my rough summer.
There are going to be some big changes next year with my training which I believe will help me get back to top form which I never achieved this year. More on that in the coming months.
Thanks for reading.
Best
Peter"
"PETER OUT OF IRONMAN WESTERN AUSTRALIA
I decided to pull out of IM-WA today.
I gave it a shot with the training; but, my body (mentally and physically) was exhausted. All those months of never giving up when I was sick finally caught up to me. I need a break and spend some time at home with my friends. I am looking forward to spending time on the XC skis and supporting my friends who helped me during my rough summer.
There are going to be some big changes next year with my training which I believe will help me get back to top form which I never achieved this year. More on that in the coming months.
Thanks for reading.
Best
Peter"
Women and bikes
Just happened to see that slowtwitch.com did a review of the bikes of US women in Kona.There are some interesting comments on wheel sizes and materials.
"Finally, here's how it looked among the field of professional women. Seventy-two percent of them rode at 76° or steeper, as previously mentioned. Right about the same percentage chose 700c wheels over 650c, surprising when one considers how many women (American women in particular) chose 650c wheels. Who were riding the smaller-wheeled bikes in the race? Notables include Natascha Badmann, Kate Allen, Katja Schumacher, Lisa Bentley, Joanna Zeiger, Tina Walter, Heather Gollnick, Rebecca Preston and Kim Loeffler. The women's winner and 4 of the top 10 were on 650c bikes. Conversely, Michellie Jones, Kate Major, Joanna Lawn, Belinda Granger and Karen Thuerig all ride 700c bikes."
just stitch this link together:
http://www.slowtwitch.com/mainheadings/
kona2005/kona2005_women.html
"Finally, here's how it looked among the field of professional women. Seventy-two percent of them rode at 76° or steeper, as previously mentioned. Right about the same percentage chose 700c wheels over 650c, surprising when one considers how many women (American women in particular) chose 650c wheels. Who were riding the smaller-wheeled bikes in the race? Notables include Natascha Badmann, Kate Allen, Katja Schumacher, Lisa Bentley, Joanna Zeiger, Tina Walter, Heather Gollnick, Rebecca Preston and Kim Loeffler. The women's winner and 4 of the top 10 were on 650c bikes. Conversely, Michellie Jones, Kate Major, Joanna Lawn, Belinda Granger and Karen Thuerig all ride 700c bikes."
just stitch this link together:
http://www.slowtwitch.com/mainheadings/
kona2005/kona2005_women.html
Bjorn Andersson - bike workout
Mark - what one of your IM NZ competitors is doing:
"Bjorn Andersson is in the midst of some base training in his native Sweden. The humble Swede is planning on turning in a fantastic performance at IM New Zealand in 2006 and is working with his Viking Project (thevikingproject.com) trainers to design the ultimate plan. Bjorn will focus on new types of running workouts and combo bike to run workouts that will get him to the top of the podium. Our favorite Viking Triathlete shares some workouts that have led to his success. Bjorn say's that the key to his cycling performance is lots and lots of volume. Here are a few favorite workouts: Please check with your doctor before performing any of these workouts:
6-7h endurance bike best done a little later in the season when really fit. Consisting of 2.5-3.5h just ride easy then 2h @ IM pace, 1h @ 1/2 IM pace, 0.5h @ oly distance pace. One of my favorites when I'm getting fitter because it gives a good mixture of long endurance but also some faster pacing at the end. It also doesn't completely smoke if you pace right plus it teaches you to keep the intensity up at the end of a long bike which is important and what a lot of athletes have problems with in Ironman."
*from bodyzen.com .. a US coaching site
"Bjorn Andersson is in the midst of some base training in his native Sweden. The humble Swede is planning on turning in a fantastic performance at IM New Zealand in 2006 and is working with his Viking Project (thevikingproject.com) trainers to design the ultimate plan. Bjorn will focus on new types of running workouts and combo bike to run workouts that will get him to the top of the podium. Our favorite Viking Triathlete shares some workouts that have led to his success. Bjorn say's that the key to his cycling performance is lots and lots of volume. Here are a few favorite workouts: Please check with your doctor before performing any of these workouts:
6-7h endurance bike best done a little later in the season when really fit. Consisting of 2.5-3.5h just ride easy then 2h @ IM pace, 1h @ 1/2 IM pace, 0.5h @ oly distance pace. One of my favorites when I'm getting fitter because it gives a good mixture of long endurance but also some faster pacing at the end. It also doesn't completely smoke if you pace right plus it teaches you to keep the intensity up at the end of a long bike which is important and what a lot of athletes have problems with in Ironman."
*from bodyzen.com .. a US coaching site
8 Nov 2005
Noosa Results
Aha .. I found the results today
JH 1st in his age group 2:02:51 ..
Congrats to Eva and Fee Skinner
I think Emily was part of a team though I couldn't immediately determine which one
Apologies if I have forgot anyone else, there were a lot of competitors.
http://www.usmsport.com/series/NTMSF/results.cfm
JH 1st in his age group 2:02:51 ..
Congrats to Eva and Fee Skinner
I think Emily was part of a team though I couldn't immediately determine which one
Apologies if I have forgot anyone else, there were a lot of competitors.
http://www.usmsport.com/series/NTMSF/results.cfm
New Program Time
Progs week this week…please advise of any thing I should know…I,ll put in options for the following
Brat tri or nepean 19/11
Brat run swim 3/12
Canb half 11/12
Sheperton?
Wed brat runs?
Other?
If any of u know of or want to do other races please let me know..or if holidays ,on off prog or whatever advise asap
Well done to all who did noosa…great weekend as usual…we should all do it next year!!!!!!
Congrats to pete mcleans new little one “mia”
I got a crazy week this week sorting out bussleton,progs and catching up on orders plus deliveries so your co-op is appreciated
Also sadly the love of my world “gussy” has been diagnosed with a cancer tumor…and I,m sorting that out…fingers crossed for him
jh
Brat tri or nepean 19/11
Brat run swim 3/12
Canb half 11/12
Sheperton?
Wed brat runs?
Other?
If any of u know of or want to do other races please let me know..or if holidays ,on off prog or whatever advise asap
Well done to all who did noosa…great weekend as usual…we should all do it next year!!!!!!
Congrats to pete mcleans new little one “mia”
I got a crazy week this week sorting out bussleton,progs and catching up on orders plus deliveries so your co-op is appreciated
Also sadly the love of my world “gussy” has been diagnosed with a cancer tumor…and I,m sorting that out…fingers crossed for him
jh
Tasmanian Tour
Apparently Thomas, Eva and Ish plus a few other brave souls are heading to the wilderness of Tasmania in the week ahead.
Bring your skis, just in case! And enjoy!!
Bring your skis, just in case! And enjoy!!
It's in your head
Just saw this:
The Triathlete’s Guide to Mental Training is the first book to explore the all-important role that the mind plays in triathlon training and competition. Internationally recognized psychologist and Ironman triathlete Jim Taylor, Ph.D. and former professional triathlete Terri Schneider give multisport athletes in-depth, yet practical information and skills they can use to master the challenges of the mind while increasing their enjoyment of the sport.
***
This is a Canadian sports psychologist who I think has several interesting books. We have In Pursuit of Excellence
http://zoneofexcellence.com
The Triathlete’s Guide to Mental Training is the first book to explore the all-important role that the mind plays in triathlon training and competition. Internationally recognized psychologist and Ironman triathlete Jim Taylor, Ph.D. and former professional triathlete Terri Schneider give multisport athletes in-depth, yet practical information and skills they can use to master the challenges of the mind while increasing their enjoyment of the sport.
***
This is a Canadian sports psychologist who I think has several interesting books. We have In Pursuit of Excellence
http://zoneofexcellence.com
Nepean Tri Details
Details of the races, online entry and entry forms can be found at www.nepeantriathlon.com and other enquiries can be directed to Gordon Bell on 02 47276083.
The Nepean Triathlon weekend of racing is being held on November 19 and 20.
The Nepean Triathlon held on the Sunday morning consists of a 1km swim in the Centre, followed by a traffic free 30km cycle, and then a 10km run inside the Olympic complex.
The race, one of the highlights of the triathlon season, is the longest running triathlon in Australia and all finishers will receive an Olympic style finishers medallion and a unique 3 coloured print long sleeved finisher’s shirt.
The race will again feature the guys vs the gals with the women starting ahead of the male wave by the difference between the leading male and female averaged over the past five years. This concept proved most exciting in 2004 with Nicholas Hornman passing Angie Sharp with only 300 metres to the finish. The start times will again be adjusted to take account of the 2004 race with the winner taking $1000 with the leading member of the opposite sex taking out $500.
The Nepean weekend also features The Nepean Enticer races on the Saturday afternoon which are short course triathlons for juniors and those who want to complete a short course triathlon.
Race 1 is for 7 to 9 year olds, Race 2 for for the 10 to 13 year olds and race 3 for the over 14 and including adult categories. These races traditionally attract capacity fields and utilize the complete Nepean race set up, computer chip timing etc. and also provides excellent prizes and lucky draws. Race 3 usually fills up before race day so enter early to make sure you do not miss out.
The Nepean Triathlon weekend of racing is being held on November 19 and 20.
The Nepean Triathlon held on the Sunday morning consists of a 1km swim in the Centre, followed by a traffic free 30km cycle, and then a 10km run inside the Olympic complex.
The race, one of the highlights of the triathlon season, is the longest running triathlon in Australia and all finishers will receive an Olympic style finishers medallion and a unique 3 coloured print long sleeved finisher’s shirt.
The race will again feature the guys vs the gals with the women starting ahead of the male wave by the difference between the leading male and female averaged over the past five years. This concept proved most exciting in 2004 with Nicholas Hornman passing Angie Sharp with only 300 metres to the finish. The start times will again be adjusted to take account of the 2004 race with the winner taking $1000 with the leading member of the opposite sex taking out $500.
The Nepean weekend also features The Nepean Enticer races on the Saturday afternoon which are short course triathlons for juniors and those who want to complete a short course triathlon.
Race 1 is for 7 to 9 year olds, Race 2 for for the 10 to 13 year olds and race 3 for the over 14 and including adult categories. These races traditionally attract capacity fields and utilize the complete Nepean race set up, computer chip timing etc. and also provides excellent prizes and lucky draws. Race 3 usually fills up before race day so enter early to make sure you do not miss out.
7 Nov 2005
Macca Nutrition
from
http://foxsports.news.com.au/story/0,8659,17160618-23218,00.html
Fuelled by chocolate biscuits, an expresso, Coke and a Red Bull drink "to get me going", McCormack (1:46.45) yesterday beat Melbourne triathlete Leon Griffin and top Englishman Paul Amey for the win - his first over the 1.5km swim, 40km cycle and 10km run distance in four years.
"This has really given me a taste to try and finish my career at the Beijing Olympics," said McCormack, who veered into ironman racing after he failed to make the Sydney 2000 team.
http://foxsports.news.com.au/story/0,8659,17160618-23218,00.html
Fuelled by chocolate biscuits, an expresso, Coke and a Red Bull drink "to get me going", McCormack (1:46.45) yesterday beat Melbourne triathlete Leon Griffin and top Englishman Paul Amey for the win - his first over the 1.5km swim, 40km cycle and 10km run distance in four years.
"This has really given me a taste to try and finish my career at the Beijing Olympics," said McCormack, who veered into ironman racing after he failed to make the Sydney 2000 team.
Brat 5k/Swim Results
In the 5k run:
Dingo 4th 17:42
Margreet 20:33
Ian Depree 20:47
In the 1k swim (which includes very long beach run):
Lisa 14:13
Scott 14:54
Dingo 14:58
Darren Roberts 15:03
Mel 17:20
Tim 18:37
In the 2k swim (which included 10m swells - my estimate):
Lisa 29:39
Dingo 31:05
Tim 41:12
Dingo 4th 17:42
Margreet 20:33
Ian Depree 20:47
In the 1k swim (which includes very long beach run):
Lisa 14:13
Scott 14:54
Dingo 14:58
Darren Roberts 15:03
Mel 17:20
Tim 18:37
In the 2k swim (which included 10m swells - my estimate):
Lisa 29:39
Dingo 31:05
Tim 41:12
NYC Marathon
It was a busy weekend not just in Florida and Noosa -- the New York City Marathon also was held.
Congrats to Rebecca Wolfe - she's getting faster and faster 3:11 - securing her a Top 100 finish among the women
(Editor note: I did this event in 1999 and I highly recommend it. It's not an easy course by any means and then there are more than 30,000 other competitors to pace off or work through to find open space. You get to cross into all five boroughs of the city, crossing several bridges before finishing in Central Park.)
Congrats to Rebecca Wolfe - she's getting faster and faster 3:11 - securing her a Top 100 finish among the women
(Editor note: I did this event in 1999 and I highly recommend it. It's not an easy course by any means and then there are more than 30,000 other competitors to pace off or work through to find open space. You get to cross into all five boroughs of the city, crossing several bridges before finishing in Central Park.)
Another McLean!!!
Hi All,
I'm delighted to announce Mia Rose McLean was born this (Sunday) morning at
8:30am. Lisa and Mia are doing well.
Weight 3.82kgs / 8.5lbs
Length 53.5cm
Pete
I'm delighted to announce Mia Rose McLean was born this (Sunday) morning at
8:30am. Lisa and Mia are doing well.
Weight 3.82kgs / 8.5lbs
Length 53.5cm
Pete
6 Nov 2005
And he roared in Florida!
Awesome performance Chris - look forward to hearing from you.
Swim 53:56
Bike 5:00:41
Run 3:16:45
Total Time 9:20:03
Swim 53:56
Bike 5:00:41
Run 3:16:45
Total Time 9:20:03
4 Nov 2005
IM Florida Pre Race
Gday everyone.
Its Thursday now and two days before the race. The weather has fined
right up , the ocean has calmed and the wind died to 5-10mph, perfect
race conditions.
Saturday is expected to hit 84d which is about 28/29 C so will be a hot
run.
I am all set to go - finished off with a small swim and run this
morning and everything looks well for a solid race. There is stacks of
Germans around so they are always going to give me a run for my money for the
Hawaii slots , so its not going to be a walk in the park. So I reckon
its a case of " game on!"
Chris Dmitrieff is racing and will defintely be pushing the poduim. I
heard a late entrant of Chris Lieto but this being his third ironman in
a few months I think will be a tough ask to win here.
Its all very exciting and I can't wait for that gun on Sat morn. Good
luck to anyone doing Noosa and Nepean and whatever other races are
coming up.
Keep smiling
chris
Its Thursday now and two days before the race. The weather has fined
right up , the ocean has calmed and the wind died to 5-10mph, perfect
race conditions.
Saturday is expected to hit 84d which is about 28/29 C so will be a hot
run.
I am all set to go - finished off with a small swim and run this
morning and everything looks well for a solid race. There is stacks of
Germans around so they are always going to give me a run for my money for the
Hawaii slots , so its not going to be a walk in the park. So I reckon
its a case of " game on!"
Chris Dmitrieff is racing and will defintely be pushing the poduim. I
heard a late entrant of Chris Lieto but this being his third ironman in
a few months I think will be a tough ask to win here.
Its all very exciting and I can't wait for that gun on Sat morn. Good
luck to anyone doing Noosa and Nepean and whatever other races are
coming up.
Keep smiling
chris
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