Following his breakthrough sixth placing last October at the famed Hawaiian Ironman, McCormack started his early-season training a month later so he can be fresher mid-year.
But that means he has not done quite the amount of work he would normally accumulate ahead of the day-long Ironman Australia.
"If you do the heavy blocks of work this early in the season, come July-August you're toast, so I've been very, very cautious," he said.
"But I'm a little bit apprehensive this year, I don't like to start a race with any chinks in the armour and there is that element of doubt."
*From AAP news online
31 Mar 2006
30 Mar 2006
Port Mac
The 2006 Panthers Ironman Australia Triathlon takes place at Westport Park, Port Macquarie, this Sunday, and features a race field of 1654 athletes from around the world, all vying for one of the 70 qualifying spots for the Ford Ironman World Championship.
(Note .. I'm going to be in Port to yell encouragement at everyone I can recognize so there'll be a lack of online coverage through the blog. I'll try to get details added on Monday when I return to Sydney. Most details will come in the weeks ahead as race reports are filed!)
(Note .. I'm going to be in Port to yell encouragement at everyone I can recognize so there'll be a lack of online coverage through the blog. I'll try to get details added on Monday when I return to Sydney. Most details will come in the weeks ahead as race reports are filed!)
29 Mar 2006
Chocolate Milk
(I knew there was a link between all the chocolate and milk that I consume and recovering so fast!!!!)
A new study shows that plain old chocolate milk may be as good -- or better -- than sports drinks like Gatorade at helping athletes recover from strenuous exercise.
The study, published in the International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, was small in scale; it was partially funded by the dairy industry. But dietitians say the study should help to counter the notion that high-tech, expensive supplements are better than whole foods when it comes to athletic performance.
They also note that milk contains key nutrients, such as calcium and vitamin D, in quantities that sports drinks can’t match.
"[Milk] is a sports drink ‘plus,’" Keith Ayoob, EdD, a registered dietitian and associate professor of pediatrics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, tells WebMD. "It will supply you with things you need whether or not you’re working out."
The study builds on findings that intense endurance exercise reduces the muscles’ supply of stored glucose, or glycogen, a key source of fuel for exercise. To maximize glycogen replacement, the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Dietetic Association recommend taking in a serving of carbohydrates within 30 minutes after a long and vigorous workout.
Milk vs. Sports Drinks
Common sports drinks such as Gatorade supply those carbs, as well as fluids and electrolytes lost through sweat. However, more recent research suggests that adding protein to the mix may further hasten recovery. Hence the new wave of drinks such as Endurox R4 that include protein as well as higher doses of carbs.
In the study, nine male cyclists rode until their muscles were depleted of energy, then rested four hours and biked again until exhaustion. During the rest period, the cyclists drank low-fat chocolate milk, Gatorade, or Endurox R4. During a second round of exercise, the cyclists who drank the chocolate milk were able to bike about 50% longer than those who drank Endurox, and about as long as those who drank the Gatorade.
The findings suggest that chocolate milk has an optimal ratio of carbohydrates to protein to help refuel tired muscles, researcher Joel M. Stager, PhD, Indiana University kinesiology professor, tells WebMD.
But the most puzzling result of the study, experts say, was why Endurox -- which has the same carb-to-protein ratio as the chocolate milk -- fared so poorly. Researcher Jeanne D. Johnston, MA, tells WebMD it may have to do with the different composition of the sugars in the milk. Another theory is that the sugars in the milk may be better absorbed in the gut than those in the Endurox.
Edward F. Coyle, PhD, a researcher on exercise and hydration at the University of Texas, tells WebMD the trial would have been stronger if the researchers had also tested the effect of flavored water or another dummy (placebo) drink.
The study was partly funded by the Dairy and Nutrition Council, an industry group. Coyle says that the study’s reliance on industry funding is not unusual in the world of sports research, as federal funding for such research is hard to come by.
A Cheaper Alternative?
While rapid nutrient replacement may not be important for casual exercisers, it can make a big difference in performance for competitive athletes who work out vigorously once or twice a day, says Roberta Anding, a sports dietitian and spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association.
Anding has long recommended chocolate milk for young athletes who come to her practice at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. For children and teenagers from lower-income families, it doesn’t make sense to spend serious money on sports drinks when they can get milk as part of a subsidized lunch program, she tells WebMD. The only advantage of sports drinks, she notes, is that they never spoil.
Ayoob estimates that more than two-thirds of teenagers should be drinking more milk anyway because they don’t get enough calcium in their diets. He also recommends milk for its vitamin D and potassium content. “For me, this is a no-brainer,” he says.
By Richard Sine
Reviewed by Michael W. Smith, M.D.
© 2006, WebMD Inc. All rights reserved.
A new study shows that plain old chocolate milk may be as good -- or better -- than sports drinks like Gatorade at helping athletes recover from strenuous exercise.
The study, published in the International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, was small in scale; it was partially funded by the dairy industry. But dietitians say the study should help to counter the notion that high-tech, expensive supplements are better than whole foods when it comes to athletic performance.
They also note that milk contains key nutrients, such as calcium and vitamin D, in quantities that sports drinks can’t match.
"[Milk] is a sports drink ‘plus,’" Keith Ayoob, EdD, a registered dietitian and associate professor of pediatrics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, tells WebMD. "It will supply you with things you need whether or not you’re working out."
The study builds on findings that intense endurance exercise reduces the muscles’ supply of stored glucose, or glycogen, a key source of fuel for exercise. To maximize glycogen replacement, the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Dietetic Association recommend taking in a serving of carbohydrates within 30 minutes after a long and vigorous workout.
Milk vs. Sports Drinks
Common sports drinks such as Gatorade supply those carbs, as well as fluids and electrolytes lost through sweat. However, more recent research suggests that adding protein to the mix may further hasten recovery. Hence the new wave of drinks such as Endurox R4 that include protein as well as higher doses of carbs.
In the study, nine male cyclists rode until their muscles were depleted of energy, then rested four hours and biked again until exhaustion. During the rest period, the cyclists drank low-fat chocolate milk, Gatorade, or Endurox R4. During a second round of exercise, the cyclists who drank the chocolate milk were able to bike about 50% longer than those who drank Endurox, and about as long as those who drank the Gatorade.
The findings suggest that chocolate milk has an optimal ratio of carbohydrates to protein to help refuel tired muscles, researcher Joel M. Stager, PhD, Indiana University kinesiology professor, tells WebMD.
But the most puzzling result of the study, experts say, was why Endurox -- which has the same carb-to-protein ratio as the chocolate milk -- fared so poorly. Researcher Jeanne D. Johnston, MA, tells WebMD it may have to do with the different composition of the sugars in the milk. Another theory is that the sugars in the milk may be better absorbed in the gut than those in the Endurox.
Edward F. Coyle, PhD, a researcher on exercise and hydration at the University of Texas, tells WebMD the trial would have been stronger if the researchers had also tested the effect of flavored water or another dummy (placebo) drink.
The study was partly funded by the Dairy and Nutrition Council, an industry group. Coyle says that the study’s reliance on industry funding is not unusual in the world of sports research, as federal funding for such research is hard to come by.
A Cheaper Alternative?
While rapid nutrient replacement may not be important for casual exercisers, it can make a big difference in performance for competitive athletes who work out vigorously once or twice a day, says Roberta Anding, a sports dietitian and spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association.
Anding has long recommended chocolate milk for young athletes who come to her practice at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. For children and teenagers from lower-income families, it doesn’t make sense to spend serious money on sports drinks when they can get milk as part of a subsidized lunch program, she tells WebMD. The only advantage of sports drinks, she notes, is that they never spoil.
Ayoob estimates that more than two-thirds of teenagers should be drinking more milk anyway because they don’t get enough calcium in their diets. He also recommends milk for its vitamin D and potassium content. “For me, this is a no-brainer,” he says.
By Richard Sine
Reviewed by Michael W. Smith, M.D.
© 2006, WebMD Inc. All rights reserved.
28 Mar 2006
Mitch was to test Chris
Mitch Anderson withdraws from Panthers Ironman Australia Triathlon
By Triathlete mag Interactive
“I was involved in a bike crash several weeks ago, and I have carried this soreness in my hamstring for that period of time. I ran a hard 20km before the weekend and then tried to run an hour a few days later and the soreness in the hamstring became worse,” said Anderson yesterday morning after a final fitness test.
“I was really looking forward to racing on the new course. I have heard how challenging it is and felt my patience and strength on the bike would have suited the tough terrain.”
The withdrawal leaves the challenges to Macca to come from Jason Shortis, Chris Legh, RISING STAR CHRIS WATERHOUSE as well as Victoria’s Craig McKenzie.
(ok, ok .. so chris wasn't in the list but what the heck!)
By Triathlete mag Interactive
“I was involved in a bike crash several weeks ago, and I have carried this soreness in my hamstring for that period of time. I ran a hard 20km before the weekend and then tried to run an hour a few days later and the soreness in the hamstring became worse,” said Anderson yesterday morning after a final fitness test.
“I was really looking forward to racing on the new course. I have heard how challenging it is and felt my patience and strength on the bike would have suited the tough terrain.”
The withdrawal leaves the challenges to Macca to come from Jason Shortis, Chris Legh, RISING STAR CHRIS WATERHOUSE as well as Victoria’s Craig McKenzie.
(ok, ok .. so chris wasn't in the list but what the heck!)
27 Mar 2006
Port Mac Training
re training at port
thursday bike 7 am outside country comfort inn carpark (where chris w had his car parked on our weekend for run drinks)which is near start
friday swim 7 am same place....where we swam from before
friday run after swim
saturday - check in bike, stay off feet
sunday .. rock n roll
jh
thursday bike 7 am outside country comfort inn carpark (where chris w had his car parked on our weekend for run drinks)which is near start
friday swim 7 am same place....where we swam from before
friday run after swim
saturday - check in bike, stay off feet
sunday .. rock n roll
jh
Port Mac - 70.3 Event
IMG, one of the world’s leading sports marketing agencies, introduces Australia Ironman 70.3. The first Australia Ironman 70.3 event will be held on November 5, 2006 in Port Macquarie, also home to the Panthers Ironman Australia Triathlon.
The event will include 75 slots to the 2007 Ford Ironman World Championship 70.3 and 250 slots to the 2007 Panthers Ironman Australia Triathlon.
The 2007 Ford Ironman World Championship 70.3 will be held in Clearwater, Florida on November 10. The Ironman 70.3 Series now includes more than 17 events worldwide.
The event will include 75 slots to the 2007 Ford Ironman World Championship 70.3 and 250 slots to the 2007 Panthers Ironman Australia Triathlon.
The 2007 Ford Ironman World Championship 70.3 will be held in Clearwater, Florida on November 10. The Ironman 70.3 Series now includes more than 17 events worldwide.
ITU - Mooloolaba
Results, Round 2 ITU World Cup (1.5km swim, 40km bike 10km run):
Men: Bevan Docherty (NZL) 1:49.43, 1; Hunter Kemper (USA) 1:49.45, 2; Courtney Atkinson (AUS) 1:49.58. Other New Zealanders: Kris Gemmell 1:50.05, 4; Shane Reed 1:51.07, 7; Callum Millward 1:58.20, 28; Dylan McNeice 2:00.11, 29. Martin Van Barnveld dnf, Sam Mallard dnf.
Women: Annabel Luxford (Australia) 2:01.10, 1; Liz Blatchford (GBR) 2:01.45, 2; Andrea Hewitt (NZL) 2:02.00, 3. Other New Zealanders: Sam Warriner 2:03.53, 4; Debbie Tanner 2:03.02, 6; Nicky Samuels 2:07.43, 25.
Men: Bevan Docherty (NZL) 1:49.43, 1; Hunter Kemper (USA) 1:49.45, 2; Courtney Atkinson (AUS) 1:49.58. Other New Zealanders: Kris Gemmell 1:50.05, 4; Shane Reed 1:51.07, 7; Callum Millward 1:58.20, 28; Dylan McNeice 2:00.11, 29. Martin Van Barnveld dnf, Sam Mallard dnf.
Women: Annabel Luxford (Australia) 2:01.10, 1; Liz Blatchford (GBR) 2:01.45, 2; Andrea Hewitt (NZL) 2:02.00, 3. Other New Zealanders: Sam Warriner 2:03.53, 4; Debbie Tanner 2:03.02, 6; Nicky Samuels 2:07.43, 25.
Road Cycling
Women - 100km
Natalie Bates of Australia has won the Women's Road Race with a convincing ride (2:56:08) that saw her break away from the pack with two laps to go.
Men - 166.9km
Australian cyclist Mathew Hayman has taken gold in the Men's Road Race, finishing the gruelling 15-lap race in hot conditions, in a time of 4:05:09.
South African rider David George and Allan Davis of Australia took silver and bronze respectively.
Natalie Bates of Australia has won the Women's Road Race with a convincing ride (2:56:08) that saw her break away from the pack with two laps to go.
Men - 166.9km
Australian cyclist Mathew Hayman has taken gold in the Men's Road Race, finishing the gruelling 15-lap race in hot conditions, in a time of 4:05:09.
South African rider David George and Allan Davis of Australia took silver and bronze respectively.
26 Mar 2006
Mottram
His finishing position and time will indicate to historians that he had a very average run. Ninth - when he was expected to at least reach the podium, if not win.
Yet there was an accident. He fell, regained his composure and set off chasing a disappearing pack. There was no hope that he could medal. But he kept moving.
You prepare the best you can and you take what you have on the day, and perform to the best of your ability.
"I came out tonight to win but unfortunately I fell," Mottram said. "I'm disappointed but you’ve got to move on."
Keep in mind that crossing the finish line is a mere snapshot in time. It's the journey that got you to the start line that's more important. And how you acknowledge your effort on Monday.
Yet there was an accident. He fell, regained his composure and set off chasing a disappearing pack. There was no hope that he could medal. But he kept moving.
You prepare the best you can and you take what you have on the day, and perform to the best of your ability.
"I came out tonight to win but unfortunately I fell," Mottram said. "I'm disappointed but you’ve got to move on."
Keep in mind that crossing the finish line is a mere snapshot in time. It's the journey that got you to the start line that's more important. And how you acknowledge your effort on Monday.
Kiwi takes 1500m
New Zealand's Nicholas Willis has won the Men's 1500 Final in 3:38.49. Nathan Brannen from Canada claimed the silver medal and Australian Mark Fountain finished third.
"I can't believe they didn’t pass me," Willis exclaimed.
"I can't believe they didn’t pass me," Willis exclaimed.
25 Mar 2006
24 Mar 2006
Lausanne Contact
Team Manager for Lausanne!
Congratulation to Steve Kanowski who has been appointed as Team Manager for 2006 Australian Team for Lausanne. Team members will benefit from Steve's experience in performing as Assistant Team Manager for the Australian Team who competed at the Newcastle World Duathlon Championships in 2005. Steve is just starting in the position and the best way to contact him at this stage is via emailing the following address: Steve.Kanowski@eq.edu.au .
also:
If you are applying for a position on the Lausanne team, please note that there are some key dates you need to be aware of for your travel arrangements. If booking through Tri Travel, you will need to contact them as early as possible to receive a quote and secure your fare and accommodation for the World Championships. May 22 is the first deadline to secure fares without incurring penalties. Please refer to the Tri Travel website for further information on travel to Lausanne and also to Corner Brook.
http://www.tritravel.com.au/new2/worlds2006other.cfm
From TA newsletter
Congratulation to Steve Kanowski who has been appointed as Team Manager for 2006 Australian Team for Lausanne. Team members will benefit from Steve's experience in performing as Assistant Team Manager for the Australian Team who competed at the Newcastle World Duathlon Championships in 2005. Steve is just starting in the position and the best way to contact him at this stage is via emailing the following address: Steve.Kanowski@eq.edu.au .
also:
If you are applying for a position on the Lausanne team, please note that there are some key dates you need to be aware of for your travel arrangements. If booking through Tri Travel, you will need to contact them as early as possible to receive a quote and secure your fare and accommodation for the World Championships. May 22 is the first deadline to secure fares without incurring penalties. Please refer to the Tri Travel website for further information on travel to Lausanne and also to Corner Brook.
http://www.tritravel.com.au/new2/worlds2006other.cfm
From TA newsletter
World Duathlon Deadline - NOW
Corner Brook Applications close tonight!
For anyone interested in being part of the Australian Duathlon Team for Corner Brook Canada, please note that applications for the team will close as of this evening. Visit the Triathlon Australia website at http://www.triathlon.org.au/ and click on the National Online Membership system link to take you directly to the World Championships application link.
From TA newsletter
For anyone interested in being part of the Australian Duathlon Team for Corner Brook Canada, please note that applications for the team will close as of this evening. Visit the Triathlon Australia website at http://www.triathlon.org.au/ and click on the National Online Membership system link to take you directly to the World Championships application link.
From TA newsletter
23 Mar 2006
Pittman !!!!!!!
An ecstatic Jana Pittman takes the crown of Women's 400m Hurdles champion.
In front of a roaring crowd of 82,000 sports fans, Australia’s Jana Pittman claimed the title of Women’s 400m Hurdles gold medallist, setting a new Games record time of 53.82 seconds.
Favourite from the outset, Pittman had a strong lead running out of the final bend and finished metres ahead of second placed Natasha Danvers Smith of England.
Scotland’s Lee McConnell ran third, to take the bronze medal in 55.25.
"This has been the most amazing experience of my life," an exuberant Pittman stated after the race.
*From Comm Games site
In front of a roaring crowd of 82,000 sports fans, Australia’s Jana Pittman claimed the title of Women’s 400m Hurdles gold medallist, setting a new Games record time of 53.82 seconds.
Favourite from the outset, Pittman had a strong lead running out of the final bend and finished metres ahead of second placed Natasha Danvers Smith of England.
Scotland’s Lee McConnell ran third, to take the bronze medal in 55.25.
"This has been the most amazing experience of my life," an exuberant Pittman stated after the race.
*From Comm Games site
Visualise!
Warriors take chances.
Like everyone else, they fear failing, but they refuse to let fear control them.
Like everyone else, they fear failing, but they refuse to let fear control them.
Why are Kenyans fast?
Ibrahim Hussein, the former champion marathoner who is a team official for the Kenyans in Melbourne this week, says a combination of factors are at work.
"Most of us come from the same area, and we're lucky that we live at high altitude," he said yesterday. I really believe in it. I believe that the athletes develop well. I believe that genetics play a part too. But also, running is mental.
"If you train correctly, and you have the correct physique, and you are mentally tough, you can win. We train hard and we concentrate on what we are doing and when we race, we are ready."
*From the Sydney Morning Herald
"Most of us come from the same area, and we're lucky that we live at high altitude," he said yesterday. I really believe in it. I believe that the athletes develop well. I believe that genetics play a part too. But also, running is mental.
"If you train correctly, and you have the correct physique, and you are mentally tough, you can win. We train hard and we concentrate on what we are doing and when we race, we are ready."
*From the Sydney Morning Herald
Women's Mtn Bike
Canadian Marie-Helene Premont won the Women's Mountain Bike race at the State Mountain Bike Course (Lysterfield Park) in a time of 1 hour 55 minutes and 4 seconds.
New Zealand’s Rosara Joseph finished second in 1:56:37 and Canadian Kiara Bisaro took bronze with a time of 1:57:59.
On a glorious day, an estimated 15,000 spectators lined the course to see Premont and the rest of the 12-strong field compete over six laps of the 6.6km circuit.
New Zealand’s Rosara Joseph finished second in 1:56:37 and Canadian Kiara Bisaro took bronze with a time of 1:57:59.
On a glorious day, an estimated 15,000 spectators lined the course to see Premont and the rest of the 12-strong field compete over six laps of the 6.6km circuit.
Men's Mtn Bike
England’s Liam Killeen has won the Men’s Cross Country Mountain Bike event, improving on the bronze medal he won for the same event in Manchester in 2002.
Team mate Oli Beckingsale took silver, with Canadian Seamus McGrath finishing third.
“I haven't raced since October, so I was nervous going in,” said 23 year old Killeen. “There were half a dozen threats in the field, but I had a lot of self-belief.”
Killeen finished the gruelling 53 km course in a time of 2:13:11.
Team mate Oli Beckingsale took silver, with Canadian Seamus McGrath finishing third.
“I haven't raced since October, so I was nervous going in,” said 23 year old Killeen. “There were half a dozen threats in the field, but I had a lot of self-belief.”
Killeen finished the gruelling 53 km course in a time of 2:13:11.
Port Mac - Hawaii
HAWAII & IRONMAN AUSTRALIA SLOTS – NEW PROCEDURE –
PLEASE BE AWARE OF TIMES
MONDAY 3 APRIL 2006
9.00am
Hawaii and Ironman Australia Qualifiers Lists Posted outside Race Info Office
9.00am – 10.45am
Hawaii slots can be accepted and paid for at Race Info Office
Ironman Australia slots can be accepted at Race Info Office
11.00am
2006 Ford Ironman World Championship, Hawaii
Qualifiers Acceptance & Rolldown Ceremony
Function Marquee, Ironman Village
PLEASE BE AWARE OF TIMES
MONDAY 3 APRIL 2006
9.00am
Hawaii and Ironman Australia Qualifiers Lists Posted outside Race Info Office
9.00am – 10.45am
Hawaii slots can be accepted and paid for at Race Info Office
Ironman Australia slots can be accepted at Race Info Office
11.00am
2006 Ford Ironman World Championship, Hawaii
Qualifiers Acceptance & Rolldown Ceremony
Function Marquee, Ironman Village
Weekend Taper-ing
wow one week to ironman !!
great to see u all have your race plans in (yea rite)....again i repeat i cant look at them next week,the ones that are in i,ll try do all today and tommorow
lots of people out there missing sessions due to rain or watever,rembember ironman is a mental game more than anything,when u back off training sometimes u get tight and it can bring on niggles,dont let these things get to u....your head makes or breaks u !!
sat bike-mainly casuals-6 am york rd gates to waterfall....(note i wont be here)
sat swim at brat aquathon....BRAT Swims 3:30pm, 5k run 4:45pm and Auqathon 4:30pm ..at malabar
NOTE I WILL BRING TRIAL DRINK ON SATERDAY FOR SUNDAY FOR THIS..PLEASE NOTE DRINK IS BLOODY GOOD STUFF SO DONT THINK IT WILL MUCK U UP
ALSO THOSE THAT WANT THINGS OFF ME NOT AVAIL AT CHEEKY MONKEY EG TYRES...PLEASE ORDER NOW NOT NEXT WEEK
sun bike 6 :30 am york rd gates ...going to kurnell and back....YES 6:30 NOT 6:15
run after...PLEASE MAKE SURE ITS E2...NOT E3 LIKE LAST WEEK
regards
jh
great to see u all have your race plans in (yea rite)....again i repeat i cant look at them next week,the ones that are in i,ll try do all today and tommorow
lots of people out there missing sessions due to rain or watever,rembember ironman is a mental game more than anything,when u back off training sometimes u get tight and it can bring on niggles,dont let these things get to u....your head makes or breaks u !!
sat bike-mainly casuals-6 am york rd gates to waterfall....(note i wont be here)
sat swim at brat aquathon....BRAT Swims 3:30pm, 5k run 4:45pm and Auqathon 4:30pm ..at malabar
NOTE I WILL BRING TRIAL DRINK ON SATERDAY FOR SUNDAY FOR THIS..PLEASE NOTE DRINK IS BLOODY GOOD STUFF SO DONT THINK IT WILL MUCK U UP
ALSO THOSE THAT WANT THINGS OFF ME NOT AVAIL AT CHEEKY MONKEY EG TYRES...PLEASE ORDER NOW NOT NEXT WEEK
sun bike 6 :30 am york rd gates ...going to kurnell and back....YES 6:30 NOT 6:15
run after...PLEASE MAKE SURE ITS E2...NOT E3 LIKE LAST WEEK
regards
jh
21 Mar 2006
Women's 10,000 metres
Lucy Wangui Kabuu 31.29.66
In the Women’s 10,000m Final, Kenyans Lucy Wangui Kabuu and Evelyne Wambui Nganga took gold and silver in a race where they led from the front. Wangui Kabuu won closely followed by Wambui Nganga in 31:30.86.
Bronze was won by England’s Mara Yamauchi who raced to medal contention with two laps to go in 31.49.40.
In the Women’s 10,000m Final, Kenyans Lucy Wangui Kabuu and Evelyne Wambui Nganga took gold and silver in a race where they led from the front. Wangui Kabuu won closely followed by Wambui Nganga in 31:30.86.
Bronze was won by England’s Mara Yamauchi who raced to medal contention with two laps to go in 31.49.40.
Women's 1500 metres
In a race that kept the stadium cheering from the start, England’s Lisa Dobriskey came home to claim gold in the Women's 1500m in 4.06:21.
Sarah Jamieson managed Australia's first ever medal in the event. Jamieson was boxed in behind the leader but managed to break free in the last stretch to claim silver in 4:06.64 seconds. She came fifth at Manchester in the same event.
Hayley Tullett from Wales, who was the fastest qualifier and the silver medallist in Manchester, came third in 4:06.76.
Sarah Jamieson managed Australia's first ever medal in the event. Jamieson was boxed in behind the leader but managed to break free in the last stretch to claim silver in 4:06.64 seconds. She came fifth at Manchester in the same event.
Hayley Tullett from Wales, who was the fastest qualifier and the silver medallist in Manchester, came third in 4:06.76.
Women's Time Trial
Australia won all three medals in the women's 29km race. Oenone Wood claimed the gold in 37.40:87, with veteran Kathy Watt coming second in 37.56:07 and Sara Carrigan taking third in 38.00:32.
Men's Time Trial
Australia's Nathan O'Neill won gold in the Men’s Individual Time Trial completing the 40km course in 48.37:29. O'Neill had set the fastest time at the half-way mark and continued on to win.
Ben Day, also from Australia, won the silver, finishing the course along Port Phillip Bay with a time of 49.01:67. New Zealander Gordon McCauley taking the bronze in 49.50:70.
"That's the fastest I've ever ridden 40 kilometres," McCauley said. "I actually rode out above my target heart rate of 170 beats. I was up around the 180 to 182 beats per minute.''
From the Games site and The Sydney Morning Herald
Ben Day, also from Australia, won the silver, finishing the course along Port Phillip Bay with a time of 49.01:67. New Zealander Gordon McCauley taking the bronze in 49.50:70.
"That's the fastest I've ever ridden 40 kilometres," McCauley said. "I actually rode out above my target heart rate of 170 beats. I was up around the 180 to 182 beats per minute.''
From the Games site and The Sydney Morning Herald
Post Ironman
It’s hard not to fall into a funk after an ironman and the key really is to set a new target race. Here are a few ideas to tempt you into the winter season:
Strider 10km series - first Saturday of every month
May 6 Busselton ½
May 21 Sydney Half Marathon (entries open April 3 – this race fills fast)
http://halfmarathon.smh.com.au/
June 25 Woodford to Glenbrook 25km trail run
July 2 Gold Coast Marathon
Aug 13 City to Surf
Yeppon 1/2
Aug 26 Mt Wilson to Bilpin 35km trail run
Sept 3 Cairns 1/2
Sept 17 Sydney Marathon, ½ Marathon
Oct 1 Gold Coast 1/2
Oct 21 Kona
Strider 10km series - first Saturday of every month
May 6 Busselton ½
May 21 Sydney Half Marathon (entries open April 3 – this race fills fast)
http://halfmarathon.smh.com.au/
June 25 Woodford to Glenbrook 25km trail run
July 2 Gold Coast Marathon
Aug 13 City to Surf
Yeppon 1/2
Aug 26 Mt Wilson to Bilpin 35km trail run
Sept 3 Cairns 1/2
Sept 17 Sydney Marathon, ½ Marathon
Oct 1 Gold Coast 1/2
Oct 21 Kona
Club Champs
Club champs will soon be upon us - May 6th at Port Stephens – So please make sure this date is in the diary.
We won in 2002, 2003 and 2005 ….. And we need you, for BRATS to win again in 2006!
So book in now, and get your supporters to come too, to ensure that we defend our championship title in style!
Accommodation is going pretty quickly and so we have tried to make it as easy as possible for you to book.
Whilst Joelie Chisholm has volunteered to be our accommodation co-ordinator (0424584598 - joelie_f@yahoo.co.uk), the best way for you to be sure that you get what you want is to book direct.
The BRATS have put a hold on two lots of accommodation: And if you want to get the best available for your needs, contact the venues soon to claim your weekend spot.
We won in 2002, 2003 and 2005 ….. And we need you, for BRATS to win again in 2006!
So book in now, and get your supporters to come too, to ensure that we defend our championship title in style!
Accommodation is going pretty quickly and so we have tried to make it as easy as possible for you to book.
Whilst Joelie Chisholm has volunteered to be our accommodation co-ordinator (0424584598 - joelie_f@yahoo.co.uk), the best way for you to be sure that you get what you want is to book direct.
The BRATS have put a hold on two lots of accommodation: And if you want to get the best available for your needs, contact the venues soon to claim your weekend spot.
Run Sub13
Ok, so the other guy -- Augustine Choge -- was faster. He also did most of the work setting the pace in earning the win. It wasn't what Craig wanted but as he said afterwards he was singularly focused on the race and he wouldn't have prepared any differently.
Here are the splits from the lead runner.
1k 2.39:54
2k 5.14:6
3k 7.53:86
4k 10.29:8
5k 12.56:41
Choge said: "I thank the Australian crowd for cheering. I knew this man was a great one, and he was in good shape. We just wanted to run a good race, and run a fast race. Mottram is a great man and ran a great race."
MEN's 5000m
GOLD Augustine Choge (Ken)
SILVER Craig Mottram (Aus)
BRONZE Benjamin Limo (Ken)
Here are the splits from the lead runner.
1k 2.39:54
2k 5.14:6
3k 7.53:86
4k 10.29:8
5k 12.56:41
Choge said: "I thank the Australian crowd for cheering. I knew this man was a great one, and he was in good shape. We just wanted to run a good race, and run a fast race. Mottram is a great man and ran a great race."
MEN's 5000m
GOLD Augustine Choge (Ken)
SILVER Craig Mottram (Aus)
BRONZE Benjamin Limo (Ken)
20 Mar 2006
70km Swim?
AT THE end of the longest swim of his life - 70 kilometres in 15 hours, 42 minutes - Deke Zimmerman took a few minutes to regain his land legs.
Deke, a 25-year-old marathon swimmer, maintained a remarkably steady pace of 4.4 kilometres per hour on his swim from Manly Cove to Parramatta and back.
From the Sydney Morning Herald
Deke, a 25-year-old marathon swimmer, maintained a remarkably steady pace of 4.4 kilometres per hour on his swim from Manly Cove to Parramatta and back.
From the Sydney Morning Herald
M-dot South Africa
Men
1. Gerardus Schellens BEL 8:36:06
2. Raynard Tissink RSA 8:37:37
3. Petr Vabrousek CZE 8:38:52
4. Stefan Riesen SUI 8:40:32
5. Faris Al-Sultan GER 8:42:20
Women
1. Natascha Badmann SUI 9:46:43
2. Diana Macpherson RSA 10:10:08
3. Cordula Moller NAM 10:12:57
4. Lucie Zelenkova CZE 10:19:32
5. Estelle Patou FRA 10:51:15
1. Gerardus Schellens BEL 8:36:06
2. Raynard Tissink RSA 8:37:37
3. Petr Vabrousek CZE 8:38:52
4. Stefan Riesen SUI 8:40:32
5. Faris Al-Sultan GER 8:42:20
Women
1. Natascha Badmann SUI 9:46:43
2. Diana Macpherson RSA 10:10:08
3. Cordula Moller NAM 10:12:57
4. Lucie Zelenkova CZE 10:19:32
5. Estelle Patou FRA 10:51:15
Melbourne Musings
I was lucky enough to be in Melbourne on the weekend, and was part of the 100,000 crowd at ST Kilda rto watch Emma and Brad and Robbo’s battle with Docherty. Declan, Steph and I were sitting on the finish line and transition. Absolutely spectacular, Emily was some where as well.
How fast was Carter’s bike to run transition, he did a Welchy, using the platforms on the bike. Not sure if everybody knows but Welchy did the exact same thing to win the world duathlon champs, no bike shoes, just runners and platform pedals. Got the 20m lead and held it. Thankfully Brad and Robbo smashed him.
Biggest disappointment was that Norfok Island failed to show up at the triathlon. Our two Norfok representatives could’ve had the glory of battling with Jersy and Guernsy (who actually went sub 2 hrs!!!).
Greatest thrill was the triathlete from a small island starting with M. Not sure if it was caught on tv (IT WAS - WE HAVE THE TAPE), but his wetsuit ripped right next to his zipper and he couldn’t get it off. He was about to throw it in and the crowd spurt him on and after about a minute he finally got it off to a bigger cheer than Brad winning.
Yesterday Gina got us tickets to the MCG and witnessed that amazing finish. I have seen some pretty inspirational things and that was up there just behind the Socceroos winning a spot in the world cup. As Declan said it was like the Forster finish x 1000. Personally I thought the Kenyan woman was scared, if she won she would’ve have been killed by the crowd.
All up Declan, Steph, Gina and I went to 5 finals and saw 4 Aussie Gold including Womens Gymnastics.
GO AUSTRALIA!!!!
Back at training Tuesday if I decide to get up. See ya then
Dingo
How fast was Carter’s bike to run transition, he did a Welchy, using the platforms on the bike. Not sure if everybody knows but Welchy did the exact same thing to win the world duathlon champs, no bike shoes, just runners and platform pedals. Got the 20m lead and held it. Thankfully Brad and Robbo smashed him.
Biggest disappointment was that Norfok Island failed to show up at the triathlon. Our two Norfok representatives could’ve had the glory of battling with Jersy and Guernsy (who actually went sub 2 hrs!!!).
Greatest thrill was the triathlete from a small island starting with M. Not sure if it was caught on tv (IT WAS - WE HAVE THE TAPE), but his wetsuit ripped right next to his zipper and he couldn’t get it off. He was about to throw it in and the crowd spurt him on and after about a minute he finally got it off to a bigger cheer than Brad winning.
Yesterday Gina got us tickets to the MCG and witnessed that amazing finish. I have seen some pretty inspirational things and that was up there just behind the Socceroos winning a spot in the world cup. As Declan said it was like the Forster finish x 1000. Personally I thought the Kenyan woman was scared, if she won she would’ve have been killed by the crowd.
All up Declan, Steph, Gina and I went to 5 finals and saw 4 Aussie Gold including Womens Gymnastics.
GO AUSTRALIA!!!!
Back at training Tuesday if I decide to get up. See ya then
Dingo
19 Mar 2006
Race day checklist
I thought this list was useful .. you can customize and print a copy.
http://thelist.3athlete.com/
http://thelist.3athlete.com/
Bell and Jones win
From Ironmanlive
Luke Bell and Michellie Jones win a California Oceanside 1/2 ironman.
*Macca dropped out after the swim. (Water temp was just 13 degrees and that was about twice the air temp when the race began!
***Reminder: Pack arm warmers for Port Mac for your T1 bag. If you don't need them, don't use them. If you need and you don't have ...
Luke Bell and Michellie Jones win a California Oceanside 1/2 ironman.
*Macca dropped out after the swim. (Water temp was just 13 degrees and that was about twice the air temp when the race began!
***Reminder: Pack arm warmers for Port Mac for your T1 bag. If you don't need them, don't use them. If you need and you don't have ...
Two Seconds to Victory
How impressive was Kerryn McCann's marathon run?
5km 18.45
10km 36.21
21km 1.16.23
30km 1.47.51
End 2.30.54
She's 38 years old, 1.62m tall and weighs 47kg.
5km 18.45
10km 36.21
21km 1.16.23
30km 1.47.51
End 2.30.54
She's 38 years old, 1.62m tall and weighs 47kg.
Lessons from the Games
1. Focus.
Craig Walton says it's Snowsill's determination that has enabled her to succeed.
"She's very strong minded," he said. "She's very focused and knows what she wants. She never really lets up at training - she's at a 90 per cent level at pretty much 11 months of the year. She's a pretty hard girl out there. Strong minded and very determined."
2. Don’t panic.
Go the start line knowing that you are prepared for the day ahead. Visualize your race in as great as detail as you can – include a potential non-wetsuit swim, changing a flat, resting in the penalty box,.
What sets Snowsill apart, Davoren says, is her heart and character. "She was cold-blooded today," he said. "She was ruthless. She didn't panic once they turned into a wetsuit swim. She played the race out, rode a good position. She did everything she was asked to do, and then ran like the wind."
3. Keep working,
especially through the tough spots, prepare yourself as you’ll probably have at least one, everyone does. When you feel strong AGAIN, then regain your pace.
Snowsill made a break at the five-kilometre mark of the run after being part of a 13-strong leading pack in the bike leg. "I was pretty worried in the first five kilometres because my legs, I was really cold when I got off that bike," she said. "My toes, my quads, I really felt like I couldn't get my legs going. But as soon as I warmed up and kicked into gear I felt as if I got my rhythm."
4. It’s the journey most of the time that keeps us training.
For Kahlefeldt, 26, the win was his fourth at a big race inside two months. Before that he had none, despite a dozen years dedicated to swimming, cycling and running.
5. Learn from the best.
Snowsill's first coach, Jenny Alcorn, from the Surfers Paradise Triathlon Club, noticed Loretta Harrop's influence.
"When Emma started training with Loretta, her toughness went up a notch," Alcorn said. Harrop had learnt from the best in Jackie Gallagher and Jo King and was determined to give Snowsill the same education.
"That's how you learn," Harrop said. "I learnt my work ethic off them. I learnt how to be determined and make sacrifices and everything you must put in, the hard work to achieve your dream.”
*NOTE: I'm not suggesting we all move to the Gold Coast, unless of course someone won the lottery and would like to take care of us. What I'm suggesting is ask other people what they do, how they train, how they take care of injuries and recover.
Dingo and I had an opportunity to do so with Bevan Leach in Malaysia and he couldn't have been more willing to help. I'm sure JH has chatted with almost every pro and knows who knows what she/he is talking about and who doesn't. That's how we all learn more about what we know.
People who are successful are usually happy to chat about their success, though there are some exceptions. And most pros like to train with other pros because it's how they get better. That's why you read on forums of groups of pros training together in places like the Gold Coast or San Diego or Bend, Oregon.
**From a ream of stories on the Sydney Morning Herald website
Craig Walton says it's Snowsill's determination that has enabled her to succeed.
"She's very strong minded," he said. "She's very focused and knows what she wants. She never really lets up at training - she's at a 90 per cent level at pretty much 11 months of the year. She's a pretty hard girl out there. Strong minded and very determined."
2. Don’t panic.
Go the start line knowing that you are prepared for the day ahead. Visualize your race in as great as detail as you can – include a potential non-wetsuit swim, changing a flat, resting in the penalty box,.
What sets Snowsill apart, Davoren says, is her heart and character. "She was cold-blooded today," he said. "She was ruthless. She didn't panic once they turned into a wetsuit swim. She played the race out, rode a good position. She did everything she was asked to do, and then ran like the wind."
3. Keep working,
especially through the tough spots, prepare yourself as you’ll probably have at least one, everyone does. When you feel strong AGAIN, then regain your pace.
Snowsill made a break at the five-kilometre mark of the run after being part of a 13-strong leading pack in the bike leg. "I was pretty worried in the first five kilometres because my legs, I was really cold when I got off that bike," she said. "My toes, my quads, I really felt like I couldn't get my legs going. But as soon as I warmed up and kicked into gear I felt as if I got my rhythm."
4. It’s the journey most of the time that keeps us training.
For Kahlefeldt, 26, the win was his fourth at a big race inside two months. Before that he had none, despite a dozen years dedicated to swimming, cycling and running.
5. Learn from the best.
Snowsill's first coach, Jenny Alcorn, from the Surfers Paradise Triathlon Club, noticed Loretta Harrop's influence.
"When Emma started training with Loretta, her toughness went up a notch," Alcorn said. Harrop had learnt from the best in Jackie Gallagher and Jo King and was determined to give Snowsill the same education.
"That's how you learn," Harrop said. "I learnt my work ethic off them. I learnt how to be determined and make sacrifices and everything you must put in, the hard work to achieve your dream.”
*NOTE: I'm not suggesting we all move to the Gold Coast, unless of course someone won the lottery and would like to take care of us. What I'm suggesting is ask other people what they do, how they train, how they take care of injuries and recover.
Dingo and I had an opportunity to do so with Bevan Leach in Malaysia and he couldn't have been more willing to help. I'm sure JH has chatted with almost every pro and knows who knows what she/he is talking about and who doesn't. That's how we all learn more about what we know.
People who are successful are usually happy to chat about their success, though there are some exceptions. And most pros like to train with other pros because it's how they get better. That's why you read on forums of groups of pros training together in places like the Gold Coast or San Diego or Bend, Oregon.
**From a ream of stories on the Sydney Morning Herald website
18 Mar 2006
Triathlete physiques
It’s almost a different sport or is it? Grab some feet, find a group to ride with and then run as fast as you can – surging as necessary to increase the pressure on your rivals.
Height and weight for the top three women and men, as best I can determine using both Comm Games, Athens and ITU stats. Both height and weight seemed to fluctuate! However, it makes sense that Warriner is taller than both Snowsill and Hewitt and that those two appear to be about the same height.
As for the guys, unlike the Comm Games site, I was fairly confident in thinking that Docherty was taller than Robertson!
The numbers themselves don't mean a lot - there's no way to know how accurate they are and whether it is offseason or race day weight.
Any observer can tell by looking at these athletes that they are fit and lean -- even skinny. Keep in mind that these are the elite of the elite at the moment.
Keep eating healthy food in these weeks before your races. Don't do anything different with your nutrition at this stage, without at least checking with your coach, it's not worth putting all those hours of training at risk.
Snowsill – 1.61m, 48kg
Warriner – 1.69m, 60kg
Hewitt – 1.60, 53kg
Kahlefeldt – 1.83m, 67kg
Docherty – 1.87m, 71kg
Robertson – 1.72m, 60kg
Height and weight for the top three women and men, as best I can determine using both Comm Games, Athens and ITU stats. Both height and weight seemed to fluctuate! However, it makes sense that Warriner is taller than both Snowsill and Hewitt and that those two appear to be about the same height.
As for the guys, unlike the Comm Games site, I was fairly confident in thinking that Docherty was taller than Robertson!
The numbers themselves don't mean a lot - there's no way to know how accurate they are and whether it is offseason or race day weight.
Any observer can tell by looking at these athletes that they are fit and lean -- even skinny. Keep in mind that these are the elite of the elite at the moment.
Keep eating healthy food in these weeks before your races. Don't do anything different with your nutrition at this stage, without at least checking with your coach, it's not worth putting all those hours of training at risk.
Snowsill – 1.61m, 48kg
Warriner – 1.69m, 60kg
Hewitt – 1.60, 53kg
Kahlefeldt – 1.83m, 67kg
Docherty – 1.87m, 71kg
Robertson – 1.72m, 60kg
K takes gold too!
And finally, the Aussies have both tri gold medals.
With a 30:26 minute run, Bradley Kahlefeldt crossed the line in first, followed by Kiwi Bevan Doherty and then Peter Robertson.
An amazing tactical race with Simon Thompson setting the pace on the bike so his teammates could hammer on the run. And it's not as if he slowed all that much on the run -- posting a 32:25! Superb.
Now, who isn't interested in racing???
With a 30:26 minute run, Bradley Kahlefeldt crossed the line in first, followed by Kiwi Bevan Doherty and then Peter Robertson.
An amazing tactical race with Simon Thompson setting the pace on the bike so his teammates could hammer on the run. And it's not as if he slowed all that much on the run -- posting a 32:25! Superb.
Now, who isn't interested in racing???
Emma Runs to Gold
With a surge half way through the run, Emma Snowsill powered herself to a gold medal. She had the fastest run split at 33:50, including a bit of time to celebrate before crossing the line.
Three Kiwis were next, including a sprint to the line for the bronze medal.
Superb effort.
But what gives on the bike? Could it have been more boring?
Three Kiwis were next, including a sprint to the line for the bronze medal.
Superb effort.
But what gives on the bike? Could it have been more boring?
17 Mar 2006
IM South Africa - Sunday
Germany's Faris Al-Sultan, winner in Kona last October, and Switzerland's incredible six-time Hawaii winner, Natascha Badmann, (the defending champion in Ironman South Africa) are set to clash with the best from the African continent and the rest of the world.
Al-Sultan faces 36 pro males, including South African favorite, Raynard Tissink, a four time Ironman winner who has won titles in Austria, Canada, Korea and at home in South Africa.
Then there's super swimmer and South African multi-distance triathlon champion Glenn Gore, and his twice top-five place getter countryman Jan van Rooyen, the man who had his first ever victory in an Ironman in South Africa snatched in the final meters by Petr Vabrousek (who is back).
Other athletes to watch for include Charlie Liosel from France and Germany's Andreas Niedreg.
The women's field will see Badmann face fewer women, with just ten pro females entered. Germany's Wenke Kujala should be rated the best challenger with second places in Ironman Switzerland in 2004 and Ironman Canada in 2001. The defending Kona champion will also face a strong challenger in 2005's fourth placed Cordula Moeller from Namibia. Tenth last year, South Africa's Caroline Koll is back to better that position in 2006, with countrywomen Dominique Donner, Diane Kind and Diana Macpherson and internationals, Licie Zelenkova from the Czech Republic and Estelle Patou from France.
*From Ironmanlive
Al-Sultan faces 36 pro males, including South African favorite, Raynard Tissink, a four time Ironman winner who has won titles in Austria, Canada, Korea and at home in South Africa.
Then there's super swimmer and South African multi-distance triathlon champion Glenn Gore, and his twice top-five place getter countryman Jan van Rooyen, the man who had his first ever victory in an Ironman in South Africa snatched in the final meters by Petr Vabrousek (who is back).
Other athletes to watch for include Charlie Liosel from France and Germany's Andreas Niedreg.
The women's field will see Badmann face fewer women, with just ten pro females entered. Germany's Wenke Kujala should be rated the best challenger with second places in Ironman Switzerland in 2004 and Ironman Canada in 2001. The defending Kona champion will also face a strong challenger in 2005's fourth placed Cordula Moeller from Namibia. Tenth last year, South Africa's Caroline Koll is back to better that position in 2006, with countrywomen Dominique Donner, Diane Kind and Diana Macpherson and internationals, Licie Zelenkova from the Czech Republic and Estelle Patou from France.
*From Ironmanlive
16 Mar 2006
Believe
BElieve
Belief is about self-confidence.
It’s about knowing that the work has been done.
Belief is about faith.
It’s about knowing that it’s time to go.
Belief is about strength,
of mind
of character.
Belief is about pursuing one’s destiny,
with passion.
Be strong,
Be flexible,
Be efficient,
Be in the moment.
BELIEVE in yourself!!
Belief is about self-confidence.
It’s about knowing that the work has been done.
Belief is about faith.
It’s about knowing that it’s time to go.
Belief is about strength,
of mind
of character.
Belief is about pursuing one’s destiny,
with passion.
Be strong,
Be flexible,
Be efficient,
Be in the moment.
BELIEVE in yourself!!
Port Mac/IM AZ
note for ironman people:
weeks out now...very important to get yourself mentally prepared early for less stress nearer the time, get your race plan done and sent to me, get your bike serviced and new tyres ordered, nutrition ordered..
mentally dont let the demons creep in, dont doubt yourself if u been sick or missed some sessions, dont let personal problems put you out of focus, dont let any niggles creep in and bend your mind negative..
be positive and have your plan ready and use what u can to motivate yourself..
most of all enjoy the last 2 weeks of your "journey"..
u will feel a bit lost after,so try think ahead of your next goal as well..
regards
jh
weeks out now...very important to get yourself mentally prepared early for less stress nearer the time, get your race plan done and sent to me, get your bike serviced and new tyres ordered, nutrition ordered..
mentally dont let the demons creep in, dont doubt yourself if u been sick or missed some sessions, dont let personal problems put you out of focus, dont let any niggles creep in and bend your mind negative..
be positive and have your plan ready and use what u can to motivate yourself..
most of all enjoy the last 2 weeks of your "journey"..
u will feel a bit lost after,so try think ahead of your next goal as well..
regards
jh
Last Long Swim
sat swim 7:30 am manly dam..last chance to do 4k straight ...get conditioned before its too late !!
sat bike 6 am york rd gates (mainly casuals)...to waterfall return....note i wont be here
sat brat race 1:30 pm hefron park
sun bike 6:30 ..YES 6:30 NOT 6:15 ...YORK RD GATES
to kurnell via la paruse ...140k people doing 2 full loops of kurnell starting from nat park end
run after
jh
sat bike 6 am york rd gates (mainly casuals)...to waterfall return....note i wont be here
sat brat race 1:30 pm hefron park
sun bike 6:30 ..YES 6:30 NOT 6:15 ...YORK RD GATES
to kurnell via la paruse ...140k people doing 2 full loops of kurnell starting from nat park end
run after
jh
Cheeky Monkey Sale
We are having our first sale of 2006 as the tri season is nearing the end. There will be 10-30% off all clothing and other selected items. This will be on floor stock only. Come in a grab some bargains. Limited time only.
Rough-house tactics
COMMONWEALTH Games gold medal favourite Emma Snowsill has been preparing for the hits that could come her way in this Saturday's triathlon.
World No.1 Snowsill was left with a sore jaw and bruises after receiving close attention from her competitors during the swimming leg in a Commonwealth Games lead-up race in Hobart last month.
Since then, her boyfriend, coach and training partner Craig Walton, has included some rough-house tactics - swimming over the top of her in training sessions - to prepare her for the Games.
"He has done it a bit lately," Snowsill said. "It frustrated me at first but he said, 'You've got to get used to it, get over it and just deal with it. At least you are aware of it, and don't fret when you are out there in the water and copping it on the chin'."
From Sydney Morning Herald
World No.1 Snowsill was left with a sore jaw and bruises after receiving close attention from her competitors during the swimming leg in a Commonwealth Games lead-up race in Hobart last month.
Since then, her boyfriend, coach and training partner Craig Walton, has included some rough-house tactics - swimming over the top of her in training sessions - to prepare her for the Games.
"He has done it a bit lately," Snowsill said. "It frustrated me at first but he said, 'You've got to get used to it, get over it and just deal with it. At least you are aware of it, and don't fret when you are out there in the water and copping it on the chin'."
From Sydney Morning Herald
Brat Tri Saturday
BRAT TRIATHLON THIS SATURDAY 18th March 1.30 PM
BRAT MEMBERS ONLY
VENUE: Heffron Park Maroubra.
DISTANCE: 750m x 20k x 5k
TIME : 1.30 pm Start REGISTRATION CLOSES: 1.15 PM
JUNIORS: 250m/10k/2.5k
REGISTRATION TIMES:
Series Entrants & Club Members must register between 12.45 and 1.15pm
COST: Brat Club Members - Senior $10/$5 Junior and Beginners- Others: $30/$1
BRAT MEMBERS ONLY
VENUE: Heffron Park Maroubra.
DISTANCE: 750m x 20k x 5k
TIME : 1.30 pm Start REGISTRATION CLOSES: 1.15 PM
JUNIORS: 250m/10k/2.5k
REGISTRATION TIMES:
Series Entrants & Club Members must register between 12.45 and 1.15pm
COST: Brat Club Members - Senior $10/$5 Junior and Beginners- Others: $30/$1
14 Mar 2006
Port Stephens Results
The results are in:
1st in age group - Wendo (Look out IM AZ)
Lisa 3rd woman overall with a superb run time!!!!!
http://www.tomareetriclub.org.au/pstriathalon/pstriathalon.htm
1st in age group - Wendo (Look out IM AZ)
Lisa 3rd woman overall with a superb run time!!!!!
http://www.tomareetriclub.org.au/pstriathalon/pstriathalon.htm
13 Mar 2006
Weekend gone
well a busy w end with races
sounds like peter b got his 1st podium at kurnel in 2nd place well done !!!!
also lots of fun in the 2nd non wetsuit swim in 2 weeks (help) at port stephens....no results out yet to my knoweledge but i think another great peerformance by the wolf and marathon backing up after the long course at sri chimnoy last week....not an easy task so well done !...maybe a few more podiums in a competitive field due to it being a worlds qaulifier.....non swimmers dont worry if u were a bit behind it was long ...u,ll get your revenge at port m in a few weeks hehe...twice the swim distance but 4 x the bike and run !! more on ironman tactics for swimmers and non swimmers at a later date.
also make sure all ironman people that u have got your race plan sorted out...DO NOT SEND IT TO ME IN THE LAST WEEK...
also make sure u have new tyres in the race and dont put them on until after thurs ride
jh
sounds like peter b got his 1st podium at kurnel in 2nd place well done !!!!
also lots of fun in the 2nd non wetsuit swim in 2 weeks (help) at port stephens....no results out yet to my knoweledge but i think another great peerformance by the wolf and marathon backing up after the long course at sri chimnoy last week....not an easy task so well done !...maybe a few more podiums in a competitive field due to it being a worlds qaulifier.....non swimmers dont worry if u were a bit behind it was long ...u,ll get your revenge at port m in a few weeks hehe...twice the swim distance but 4 x the bike and run !! more on ironman tactics for swimmers and non swimmers at a later date.
also make sure all ironman people that u have got your race plan sorted out...DO NOT SEND IT TO ME IN THE LAST WEEK...
also make sure u have new tyres in the race and dont put them on until after thurs ride
jh
Kurnell Results
Results for yesterday's race can be found on:
http://www.multisportaustralia.com.au
Congrats to Dean (3rd overall), Scott Mc (4th overall), Peter B (2nd in his age group)
http://www.multisportaustralia.com.au
Congrats to Dean (3rd overall), Scott Mc (4th overall), Peter B (2nd in his age group)
12 Mar 2006
Endless Enthusiasm
This is the photo that would accompany the definition of the word 'enthusiasm' in a visual dictionary.
13 Footer
With a simple, Go, Tony Golden headed into the Six Foot Track on Saturday and emerged five hours and 26 minutes later to claim his 13th finish of this 45km trail run.
After finishing the first six of these events, Tony secured himself a Six Foot belt buckle. He then took a year off. Then he returned for six more of the runs, collecting a belt to go with the buckle. Last year, he opted to watch.
He now has just five more races to secure himself a leather jacket.
With an irrepressible can-do attitude, there's no doubt that Mr T will inspire more of us weekend warriors to get outside and give it a go.
Congrats also to Darren, Scott T, Fee and Margreet - each a first time finisher of this grueling event.
The race was won by a Swiss guy who now lives in Manly, and Emma Murray, an Aussie who blizted the field and set a new course women's record of 3:37. She was 42 minutes ahead of the second woman and she was the fourth person to finish overall.
Dan Green, the publisher of the new running magazine, Run For Your Life, was second. He won it a year ago.
After finishing the first six of these events, Tony secured himself a Six Foot belt buckle. He then took a year off. Then he returned for six more of the runs, collecting a belt to go with the buckle. Last year, he opted to watch.
He now has just five more races to secure himself a leather jacket.
With an irrepressible can-do attitude, there's no doubt that Mr T will inspire more of us weekend warriors to get outside and give it a go.
Congrats also to Darren, Scott T, Fee and Margreet - each a first time finisher of this grueling event.
The race was won by a Swiss guy who now lives in Manly, and Emma Murray, an Aussie who blizted the field and set a new course women's record of 3:37. She was 42 minutes ahead of the second woman and she was the fourth person to finish overall.
Dan Green, the publisher of the new running magazine, Run For Your Life, was second. He won it a year ago.
New NZ Long Course Race
ROTH/QUEENSTOWN—On January 27, 2007, a new long-course race will arrive in Queenstown, New Zealand bearing the name CHALLENGEQueenstown. For the first time, athletes will now have the opportunity to race over the 2.4-mile swim/112-mile bike/26.2-mile iron-distance in a race bearing the Challenge label outside of Roth, Germany, home to the Quelle Challenge Roth, the world’s largest long-course triathlon.
The gorgeous city of Queenstown, surrounded by the spectacular scenery of New Zealand’s lush South Island, is no stranger to triathlon, playing host to the International Triathlon Union world championships in 2003.
CHALLENGEQueenstown will extend the Challenge label—developed in the last five years since the Quelle Challenge Roth became an independent race—to the South Pacific. Organized by New Zealand race director Matt Tuck, CHALLENGEQueenstown will also stand for the same qualities found in its German partner: a race that provides excellent value for the price of entry, that extends a warm welcome to athletes and their families and that promotes sport tourism.
Herbert Walchshöfer, director of TEAMChallenge GmbH in Roth, said he’s certain that he’s found the right partners for expansion of the Challenge label in New Zealand.
The race will not offer qualifying places to the sold-out Quelle Challenge Roth but will instead provide athletes with another opportunity to enjoy a race under the Challenge label.
“We have worked for five years in Roth to build a brand that stands for quality, continuity, good value and a warm welcome—and now the race can simply not take any more entrants,” said Walchshöfer. “This is also the reason that in the not-too-distant future we will be in talks with other contacts about other licensing opportunities.”
Entry fees will be $NZ450, or about the same cost as the entry, in Euro, of the Quelle Challenge Roth (240 Euro). The amenities offered to athletes will be the same as those provided in Roth, including a pre-race pasta party, finish party and awards ceremony. For elites, a prize purse of $NZ90,000 will be on offer.
The race will start with a swim in Lake Wakatipu with views of the snow-capped mountains, with a two-loop bike course that runs from Glenorchy and back. It’s a ride that promises to have enough of a challenge to be selective but also incredibly scenic. The run course takes athletes on fairly flat journey along the lake.
The gorgeous city of Queenstown, surrounded by the spectacular scenery of New Zealand’s lush South Island, is no stranger to triathlon, playing host to the International Triathlon Union world championships in 2003.
CHALLENGEQueenstown will extend the Challenge label—developed in the last five years since the Quelle Challenge Roth became an independent race—to the South Pacific. Organized by New Zealand race director Matt Tuck, CHALLENGEQueenstown will also stand for the same qualities found in its German partner: a race that provides excellent value for the price of entry, that extends a warm welcome to athletes and their families and that promotes sport tourism.
Herbert Walchshöfer, director of TEAMChallenge GmbH in Roth, said he’s certain that he’s found the right partners for expansion of the Challenge label in New Zealand.
The race will not offer qualifying places to the sold-out Quelle Challenge Roth but will instead provide athletes with another opportunity to enjoy a race under the Challenge label.
“We have worked for five years in Roth to build a brand that stands for quality, continuity, good value and a warm welcome—and now the race can simply not take any more entrants,” said Walchshöfer. “This is also the reason that in the not-too-distant future we will be in talks with other contacts about other licensing opportunities.”
Entry fees will be $NZ450, or about the same cost as the entry, in Euro, of the Quelle Challenge Roth (240 Euro). The amenities offered to athletes will be the same as those provided in Roth, including a pre-race pasta party, finish party and awards ceremony. For elites, a prize purse of $NZ90,000 will be on offer.
The race will start with a swim in Lake Wakatipu with views of the snow-capped mountains, with a two-loop bike course that runs from Glenorchy and back. It’s a ride that promises to have enough of a challenge to be selective but also incredibly scenic. The run course takes athletes on fairly flat journey along the lake.
10 Mar 2006
Weekend Training/Racing
sat manly dam swim 6:30 am punctual start...practice your ironman distance...get used to it now not on the day.....do this even if racing sun..its a good warm up
IF U ARE DOING IRONMAN PLEASE EMAIL ME IF NOT COMING SO I KNOW NUMBERS GOING
sat bike 6 am york rd gates...easy week so mainly casuals.....suggest kurnell return
sun bike 6:15 am york rd gates...easy week so mainly casuals...suggest waterfall return (not as busy)
sun kurnell or port stephens races
jh
IF U ARE DOING IRONMAN PLEASE EMAIL ME IF NOT COMING SO I KNOW NUMBERS GOING
sat bike 6 am york rd gates...easy week so mainly casuals.....suggest kurnell return
sun bike 6:15 am york rd gates...easy week so mainly casuals...suggest waterfall return (not as busy)
sun kurnell or port stephens races
jh
9 Mar 2006
The Medal
The Ironman Malaysian medal. There is a massive eagle near the jetty where the swim starts and metres from where the finish line is set. We could see eagles flying over the bay from the hotel balcony.
Perspective - Tim's Report
The end result wasn’t what I wanted. Apparently, I swam slow, I cycled slow and I ran slow. The clock is very objective that way.
I didn’t make it onto the podium, nor did I get a spot to Kona. In fact, I can’t even see my name among the finishers on the race website. And there was no official photo of me crossing the finish line.
For the record, I did finish. In fact, I finished with a smile on my face and I even ran the last 25 metres at a very respectable pace. I even gained 1 kg during the race – but don’t ask me how.
Half a day earlier, I was relaxing in T1 ahead of the start. I really was relaxed. A 7:30am race start is quite civilized. I managed to go for a short swim – to help boost my core temperature so that it wouldn’t seem so hot later in the day!! (I just made that up.)
Key to me having a competitive race was running the entire marathon. I simple wanted to have a respectable swim and a steady bike. It’s all about pacing.
To be honest, I was a bit hesitant to look at my watch when I exited the water. I was hoping to swim sub 1:10 (I did 1:15 – the seconds don’t count when you are the author). The two previous times in ironman races that I swam better than expected, I was able to tap into a wave of optimism that I surfed through the bike and run.
As I grabbed my bike I saw that perhaps all was not lost. Here the bikes were lined up by age group and there appeared to be a lot more left than missing. The downside was that there wasn’t anyone else heading out at the same time as me. I’d also had a rather lonely thrash around the bay.
I rode and rode and rode. I felt good. One guy did catch me and pulled in front and slowed. I didn’t appreciate it. So I rode around him, and then he did it again. And then we exchanged positions one more time. Perhaps I should have eased back. But when I next had a chance, I accelerated and sped off as fast as I could. He didn’t follow.
The first lap came and went and I was reasonably happy with my effort and time. Margreet was there cheering me forward. The temperature was rising but it was ok. The second lap came and went and I was eagerly awaiting the full bidon of coke I’d put in my special needs bag. I was so happy to get it.
I’d asked a pro what her plan was for the day and she said, my focus is on being focused throughout the race. Music to my ears. The toughest part of ironman for me is staying in the moment.
As I approached town at the end of the second lap, I was focused on getting my coke. And for the first half of the last bike lap, I was focused on drinking my coke. It was so good. (Just imagine how different the world would be today if the Inca had invented both coke and chocolate!)
It was during the third bike lap that I began to fade. It didn’t help that there was a lack of bidons for water on the course – I suppose I shouldn’t have been so enthusiastic in throwing my bidons to the kids at the side of the road. But I’d do the same again.
I suppose it was hotter than I realized on the bike. My feet were bothering me so much that I ended up riding about 50km with them sitting on top of my shoes. It was a lot more comfortable. (Some might say that is when I lost the plot – as I see it that’s where experience kicked in.) And then that guy who kept passing me and slowing down during the first 10km of the bike cycled past. Oh well.
When I finished the bike, I found my running shoes (my feet fit!) and had myself coated in sunscreen. I got running and felt reasonably good. The first 10km loop I completed in about 55 minutes. I was back!
I faded a few minutes in each of the next three run laps but I kept moving. (1:02, 1:08, 1:09) I was more determined than ever to run the entire marathon and I did. I stopped once for some additional sunscreen and once to get doused with ice cold water. I had seen another competitor get a jug of water poured over his head and immediately thought that it was a great idea. It was.
So many people were walking that it was a real mental battle to keep moving. Margreet kept close tabs on the others in my age group and I did manage to catch several of them. I wasn’t moving fast enough to be a threat to any of the leaders though.
I saw Tony several times during the day and he looked to be in control all the time. He ``flew’’ by me during my third lap of the run. I was happy for him.
While most spectactors (the locals that is) appeared bemused at what we were doing, they were enthusiastic. Kids leaned through the gates of their schools and cheered for every competitor. They all wanted you to slap their hands and I accommodated as many as I could muster the energy for. (I’m looking for that one kid who thought he’d be cute and actually grab my hand. If you see him, let me know.)
As I ran the last 1.1km, I was happy. My preparation for the race wasn’t as I had imagined when I signed up for. Yes, I was sore and a bit tired. I was eager to stop moving. Yet it was my decision to be here. I paid for it.
I sped up for the final 25m and had the chance to break the tape as I crossed the line. It was a very good day. Not what I wanted time-wise, but a very good day.
In his awards ceremony speech, Jason Shortis said one of the mantras that went through his mind during the race was a comment the day before from his wife: ` Be the best that you can be.’
I believe I did what I could on that day. I don’t think it was an accurate reflection of my fitness or my potential. It was what it was. I have a beautiful medal and a new favorite finisher’s shirt.
I am fit and I’m looking forward to challenging myself again in the future. At the moment, I don’t have the motivation for another ironman. Ask me next week.
What has helped put this race in perspective for me more than anything else is my Mom. She’s battling through some very difficult days and she has many more ahead of her. I thought of her a lot when I had some down moments during the race, especially during the run. There was no way I was going to stop moving.
Triathlon, especially ironman, is a demanding sport. I do thrive on the discipline and commitment required to improve. John has helped me develop as an athlete and the group has helped push me, especially on Tuesday mornings. It’s inspiring to see the athletes that I train with excel as Tony did in this race. And I’m fortunate to have Margreet put up with the early alarm bells and the 24-7 fatigue.
I would highly recommend this race to anyone. One caveat: while it wasn’t as hot as I expected, it was hot enough.
I didn’t make it onto the podium, nor did I get a spot to Kona. In fact, I can’t even see my name among the finishers on the race website. And there was no official photo of me crossing the finish line.
For the record, I did finish. In fact, I finished with a smile on my face and I even ran the last 25 metres at a very respectable pace. I even gained 1 kg during the race – but don’t ask me how.
Half a day earlier, I was relaxing in T1 ahead of the start. I really was relaxed. A 7:30am race start is quite civilized. I managed to go for a short swim – to help boost my core temperature so that it wouldn’t seem so hot later in the day!! (I just made that up.)
Key to me having a competitive race was running the entire marathon. I simple wanted to have a respectable swim and a steady bike. It’s all about pacing.
To be honest, I was a bit hesitant to look at my watch when I exited the water. I was hoping to swim sub 1:10 (I did 1:15 – the seconds don’t count when you are the author). The two previous times in ironman races that I swam better than expected, I was able to tap into a wave of optimism that I surfed through the bike and run.
As I grabbed my bike I saw that perhaps all was not lost. Here the bikes were lined up by age group and there appeared to be a lot more left than missing. The downside was that there wasn’t anyone else heading out at the same time as me. I’d also had a rather lonely thrash around the bay.
I rode and rode and rode. I felt good. One guy did catch me and pulled in front and slowed. I didn’t appreciate it. So I rode around him, and then he did it again. And then we exchanged positions one more time. Perhaps I should have eased back. But when I next had a chance, I accelerated and sped off as fast as I could. He didn’t follow.
The first lap came and went and I was reasonably happy with my effort and time. Margreet was there cheering me forward. The temperature was rising but it was ok. The second lap came and went and I was eagerly awaiting the full bidon of coke I’d put in my special needs bag. I was so happy to get it.
I’d asked a pro what her plan was for the day and she said, my focus is on being focused throughout the race. Music to my ears. The toughest part of ironman for me is staying in the moment.
As I approached town at the end of the second lap, I was focused on getting my coke. And for the first half of the last bike lap, I was focused on drinking my coke. It was so good. (Just imagine how different the world would be today if the Inca had invented both coke and chocolate!)
It was during the third bike lap that I began to fade. It didn’t help that there was a lack of bidons for water on the course – I suppose I shouldn’t have been so enthusiastic in throwing my bidons to the kids at the side of the road. But I’d do the same again.
I suppose it was hotter than I realized on the bike. My feet were bothering me so much that I ended up riding about 50km with them sitting on top of my shoes. It was a lot more comfortable. (Some might say that is when I lost the plot – as I see it that’s where experience kicked in.) And then that guy who kept passing me and slowing down during the first 10km of the bike cycled past. Oh well.
When I finished the bike, I found my running shoes (my feet fit!) and had myself coated in sunscreen. I got running and felt reasonably good. The first 10km loop I completed in about 55 minutes. I was back!
I faded a few minutes in each of the next three run laps but I kept moving. (1:02, 1:08, 1:09) I was more determined than ever to run the entire marathon and I did. I stopped once for some additional sunscreen and once to get doused with ice cold water. I had seen another competitor get a jug of water poured over his head and immediately thought that it was a great idea. It was.
So many people were walking that it was a real mental battle to keep moving. Margreet kept close tabs on the others in my age group and I did manage to catch several of them. I wasn’t moving fast enough to be a threat to any of the leaders though.
I saw Tony several times during the day and he looked to be in control all the time. He ``flew’’ by me during my third lap of the run. I was happy for him.
While most spectactors (the locals that is) appeared bemused at what we were doing, they were enthusiastic. Kids leaned through the gates of their schools and cheered for every competitor. They all wanted you to slap their hands and I accommodated as many as I could muster the energy for. (I’m looking for that one kid who thought he’d be cute and actually grab my hand. If you see him, let me know.)
As I ran the last 1.1km, I was happy. My preparation for the race wasn’t as I had imagined when I signed up for. Yes, I was sore and a bit tired. I was eager to stop moving. Yet it was my decision to be here. I paid for it.
I sped up for the final 25m and had the chance to break the tape as I crossed the line. It was a very good day. Not what I wanted time-wise, but a very good day.
In his awards ceremony speech, Jason Shortis said one of the mantras that went through his mind during the race was a comment the day before from his wife: ` Be the best that you can be.’
I believe I did what I could on that day. I don’t think it was an accurate reflection of my fitness or my potential. It was what it was. I have a beautiful medal and a new favorite finisher’s shirt.
I am fit and I’m looking forward to challenging myself again in the future. At the moment, I don’t have the motivation for another ironman. Ask me next week.
What has helped put this race in perspective for me more than anything else is my Mom. She’s battling through some very difficult days and she has many more ahead of her. I thought of her a lot when I had some down moments during the race, especially during the run. There was no way I was going to stop moving.
Triathlon, especially ironman, is a demanding sport. I do thrive on the discipline and commitment required to improve. John has helped me develop as an athlete and the group has helped push me, especially on Tuesday mornings. It’s inspiring to see the athletes that I train with excel as Tony did in this race. And I’m fortunate to have Margreet put up with the early alarm bells and the 24-7 fatigue.
I would highly recommend this race to anyone. One caveat: while it wasn’t as hot as I expected, it was hot enough.
Six Foot Trackers
Run hard, run up and run down, swim across the streams and dodge a few trees in the Blue Mountains this weekend:
Darren Roberts, Fee, Margreet and Tony G, who not only has a 6ft Track belt buckle, he's done the event so many times that the organizers also presented him with a belt certifying that he is indeed just a bit mad (a bit more than the rest of us!)
Darren Roberts, Fee, Margreet and Tony G, who not only has a 6ft Track belt buckle, he's done the event so many times that the organizers also presented him with a belt certifying that he is indeed just a bit mad (a bit more than the rest of us!)
Race reports
Alright .. relax .. I'll write a report on my day in Malaysia .. as for Mark, I'll hassle him after he returns from wandering around NZ.
Age Related Moves
While there's no master list of birthdays, so there are no email reminders that automatically are sent, I happen to know that two of you out there are celebrating today.
So birthday wishes to:
Gina (new age group - still time to sign up for Japan, Korea or Canada!!!)
Damo (put that new carbon bike to the test early next month!)
So birthday wishes to:
Gina (new age group - still time to sign up for Japan, Korea or Canada!!!)
Damo (put that new carbon bike to the test early next month!)
8 Mar 2006
Cheeky Monkey New Website
Actually I'm not sure when this happened but I think perhaps a few weeks ago ..
Cheeky Monkey has a new look to its website ..
http://multi.cheekymonkey.com.au/
Cheeky Monkey has a new look to its website ..
http://multi.cheekymonkey.com.au/
Cheers to Port Mac
Port Macquarie ’s Cassegrain Wines will celebrate its sponsorship of the Panthers Ironman Australia Triathlon by providing a welcome bottle of its internationally renowned wine to every one of the 1500 athletes.
From IMG
From IMG
Comm Games Tri
It is only 9 days to go now till our triathletes don on the green and gold to represent Australia at the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games.
Annabel, Brad, Emma , Felicity, Peter and Simon will take to the course on Saturday 18 March 2006 and we want all of you to help cheer them on!
The women's race will commence at 9am and the men's race will compete at 1pm, with medal presentations to take place around 15 minutes after each race has finished and we hope they are amongst the athletes to take a place on the podium.
From TA
Annabel, Brad, Emma , Felicity, Peter and Simon will take to the course on Saturday 18 March 2006 and we want all of you to help cheer them on!
The women's race will commence at 9am and the men's race will compete at 1pm, with medal presentations to take place around 15 minutes after each race has finished and we hope they are amongst the athletes to take a place on the podium.
From TA
6 Mar 2006
Just a few words from Tony
Well, early orders are being accepted for the novel to be released in late October!
Due to the unedited 6,689 words used to describe his Malaysian adventure, I've opted to create a separate blog for Dingo.
See the link at the right - as well as below.
http://tonythedingo.blogspot.com/
Due to the unedited 6,689 words used to describe his Malaysian adventure, I've opted to create a separate blog for Dingo.
See the link at the right - as well as below.
http://tonythedingo.blogspot.com/
Free Breakfast + Carbon Demo
FREE CYCLE COMMUTER BREAKFAST:
It's on again, with thanks to the support of Bakers Delight and Belaroma Coffee. CBD is happy to provide all those cycling to the city on Wednesday 8th March - free food from Bakers Delight and Belaroma Coffee from 7.30am until 9.00am. We look forward to seeing you here at 305 Kent street from 7.30am.
*City Bike Depot
ROAD DEMO DAY:
Ever wanted to feel the difference in the ride quality between a full carbon frame and a full alloy frame on a real road with real hills? Here's your chance. To test ride some of the best road bikes available today from Cannondale and LOOK. Bikes featured will be the Cannondale CAAD 8 series, full Carbon Synapse and the Race Six-13 range as well as the LOOK 585, 486 and 555. Date is Sunday 12th March near Mosman. Numbers are limited and RSVP essential, for full details call the store on Phone: 9279 2202 or Click here for more details
It's on again, with thanks to the support of Bakers Delight and Belaroma Coffee. CBD is happy to provide all those cycling to the city on Wednesday 8th March - free food from Bakers Delight and Belaroma Coffee from 7.30am until 9.00am. We look forward to seeing you here at 305 Kent street from 7.30am.
*City Bike Depot
ROAD DEMO DAY:
Ever wanted to feel the difference in the ride quality between a full carbon frame and a full alloy frame on a real road with real hills? Here's your chance. To test ride some of the best road bikes available today from Cannondale and LOOK. Bikes featured will be the Cannondale CAAD 8 series, full Carbon Synapse and the Race Six-13 range as well as the LOOK 585, 486 and 555. Date is Sunday 12th March near Mosman. Numbers are limited and RSVP essential, for full details call the store on Phone: 9279 2202 or Click here for more details
Kurnell Entries Closing Today
Round Four and the Final of the Kurnell Triathlon Series is set for March 12th, with EARLY entries closing today, Monday (March 6th) at 5:00pm.
Late entries will attract a $20-00 late fee, with the final cut off of all / late entries at midday on Thursday 9th March. Please do not ask for an entry after the deadlines, as refusal often offends and there are no entries available, whatsoever, on race day.
Late entries will attract a $20-00 late fee, with the final cut off of all / late entries at midday on Thursday 9th March. Please do not ask for an entry after the deadlines, as refusal often offends and there are no entries available, whatsoever, on race day.
Training vs Racing
Mark at ironman new zealand...well with really bad conditions swim cancelled and bike and run cut in half...
i understand 12 th in age which sounded like a bummer of a day where anything can happen and it does sometimes
all those of u that have done all the training for ironman for the day to go wrong take notice.. sometimes it's out of your control, many times u need to look at it and learn from it..
your day will come with patience and consistency... never give up ... the more ironmans u do the more GOOD and BAD races will happen, it's just statistics and how it goes
jh
i understand 12 th in age which sounded like a bummer of a day where anything can happen and it does sometimes
all those of u that have done all the training for ironman for the day to go wrong take notice.. sometimes it's out of your control, many times u need to look at it and learn from it..
your day will come with patience and consistency... never give up ... the more ironmans u do the more GOOD and BAD races will happen, it's just statistics and how it goes
jh
JH's weekend review
Well done to all on the w end...a tough end to your toughest 3 week
block and most of u killed it !!!
Objective being to overload u and give u confidence to do the distance
as well as sort out your nutrition...as wendo said the other day race
day is easier than a weeks training sometimes !..very true but racing
is
a fine line...we try to get the balance of being on your edge correct
but in the end its down to experience....so those that blew at anytime
remember this is a positive because u have hopefully learnt why in
training rather than race day ! U never stop learning about yourself
trust me !!
jh
block and most of u killed it !!!
Objective being to overload u and give u confidence to do the distance
as well as sort out your nutrition...as wendo said the other day race
day is easier than a weeks training sometimes !..very true but racing
is
a fine line...we try to get the balance of being on your edge correct
but in the end its down to experience....so those that blew at anytime
remember this is a positive because u have hopefully learnt why in
training rather than race day ! U never stop learning about yourself
trust me !!
jh
5 Mar 2006
Wundy Day in Taupo
Competitors at today’s Bonita Ironman New Zealand woke to incredible weather conditions that eventually forced the cancellation of the swim, and halving of the bike and run distances.
It looks like the second loop of the shortened bike was a tad more challenging than the first.
Mark blasted through the run in 1:28 and change, which appears to me to be the fastest split in his age group. He was 91 out of 1200 plus competitors - a very solid day.
As for the two top finishers: Ain Alar Juhanson and Joanna Lawn.
It looks like the second loop of the shortened bike was a tad more challenging than the first.
Mark blasted through the run in 1:28 and change, which appears to me to be the fastest split in his age group. He was 91 out of 1200 plus competitors - a very solid day.
As for the two top finishers: Ain Alar Juhanson and Joanna Lawn.
3 Mar 2006
Age Group Worlds 2006
Looking to go to Lausanne for the 2006 ITU Triathlon World Championships? Well, Tri Travel is once again the official travel agent for Triathlon Australia and has just launched package and price details for Lausanne on www.tritravel.com.au
Log on now and check out the benefits of traveling with Tri Travel to Lausanne or contact rod@tritravel.com.au
Tri Travel is also the official agent for the 2006 ITU Duathlon World Championships in Cornerbrook , Canada and the 2006 ITU Long Course Championships in Canberra. Call 1800 22 50 22 for more details.
Log on now and check out the benefits of traveling with Tri Travel to Lausanne or contact rod@tritravel.com.au
Tri Travel is also the official agent for the 2006 ITU Duathlon World Championships in Cornerbrook , Canada and the 2006 ITU Long Course Championships in Canberra. Call 1800 22 50 22 for more details.
Ibbie Bike Sale
Steve and Rebecca are looking for buyers for these bikes:
Cervelo P3
Cervelo P3 carbon frame and forks (red & white)
Cervelo brake set
Cervelo carbon saddle stem
2004 model
54cm
Selle Italia saddle
Dura-Ace gear set, crank, chain & shifters
Shimano PDR600 pedals
Profile Design carbon triathlon handle bars
Velomax circuit T3 Twin Thread Technology wheels & hubs
$3,300
Trek OCLV Carbon 120
Trek carbon frame & forks
Shimano Ultegra gear set, crank & brakes
Selle Italia Genuine Gel saddle
Carbon saddle stem
Mavic KSYRIUM wheels and hubs
Look pedals
$1,200
Cannondale R700
CAAD5 frame
Carbon forks (si SLICE Prodigy)
Selle Italia saddle
Shimano 105 gear set
Look (legend) pedals
Mavic CXP21 wheels
$600
Contact:
Brett McMurtrie
0402 101 110
Cervelo P3
Cervelo P3 carbon frame and forks (red & white)
Cervelo brake set
Cervelo carbon saddle stem
2004 model
54cm
Selle Italia saddle
Dura-Ace gear set, crank, chain & shifters
Shimano PDR600 pedals
Profile Design carbon triathlon handle bars
Velomax circuit T3 Twin Thread Technology wheels & hubs
$3,300
Trek OCLV Carbon 120
Trek carbon frame & forks
Shimano Ultegra gear set, crank & brakes
Selle Italia Genuine Gel saddle
Carbon saddle stem
Mavic KSYRIUM wheels and hubs
Look pedals
$1,200
Cannondale R700
CAAD5 frame
Carbon forks (si SLICE Prodigy)
Selle Italia saddle
Shimano 105 gear set
Look (legend) pedals
Mavic CXP21 wheels
$600
Contact:
Brett McMurtrie
0402 101 110
Weekend Training
sat bike 6 am york rd gates (wont be many here this week)easy ride kurnell and back mainly casuals
sun bike 6:15 am ..those going long same course as week before last....pacey from ikea ,split into 2 groups....
out to waterfall,
left down hill,right at bottom to stanwell
follow to sublime pt
return same way
stop at usual 2/3 drink stops
run after....this is just about last chance to test your pace and nutrition...please learn from any past mistakes
note i,m doing sri chimnoy race this w end
progs coming soon
regards
jh
sun bike 6:15 am ..those going long same course as week before last....pacey from ikea ,split into 2 groups....
out to waterfall,
left down hill,right at bottom to stanwell
follow to sublime pt
return same way
stop at usual 2/3 drink stops
run after....this is just about last chance to test your pace and nutrition...please learn from any past mistakes
note i,m doing sri chimnoy race this w end
progs coming soon
regards
jh
Kurnell Three/Four
Results and the point score following Race Three are now posted to the site under the Kurnell Results and Point score tab at www.trinswrace.org. Race Three was also the biggest field at Kurnell in two seasons and it seems a whole lot of fun for so many! You can enter through the secure on-line Event Director facilities at this website also.
Round Four is set for March 12th, with EARLY entries closing next Monday (March 7th) at 5:00pm and late entries following that time will attract a $20-00 late fee with the final cut off of all / late entries closing for the 2005/2006 finale at midday on Thursday 9th March.
Round Four is set for March 12th, with EARLY entries closing next Monday (March 7th) at 5:00pm and late entries following that time will attract a $20-00 late fee with the final cut off of all / late entries closing for the 2005/2006 finale at midday on Thursday 9th March.
1 Mar 2006
Port Mac Training Comments
well what a tough course this will be....hills rough road and wind...ouch !....i,m so glad we went over the course,we know exactly whats in store and just like malaysa it will be a race where its not over until its over,people will die so bad on race day so never give up and dont spend your pennies early
my observations of the w end what i saw..(send me your feedback if u wish or if my observations are wrong)
chris...died last lap of bike and it cost him....but great effort because he did it alone and got a great work out...tip,dont do it alone race day,be more aware of saving yourself on downhills etc rather than non stop hammer for 150-180k ...pay more attention to hydration and electrolytes,altho it was a hot day and most would siffer i think that was probably a big factor too...allow for it and have more with electrolytes.....full marks for not giving up on the run,remember however bad u feel theres always a chance of recovering if u know what u need to correct.....i think chris knew he was dehydrated...tip...change your gearing for that killer bike hill
lisa...miss consistant biker....does her pace and that is pure gold.....a different girl from a year ago,not in speed but more in being carefull about her bike pace that was smashing her run to pieces,didn,t panick when there was a gap forming in the merry trio .....in very hot conditions still ran around 3:30 3:40 ironman pace and looked good,light and efficient.....tip...dont touch any freddo froggies until after ironman...your spot on track for a blinder as this course will suit u...
simon...improving on the bike out of site every week....needs to be aware of not surging which is knocking his run to pieces but finally getting there.....very gutsy and tough minded which he will need for the 2nd half of the marathon....tip...save yourself more in groups,but be exstremey carefull of draft busters as u may not have much experience with this....very strong up hills,use this to your advantage
rob....wow ,never stops impressing me every time i see him...did bike on his own and did so well,has a great run and swim,THIS GUY HAS POTENTIAL...hung out the run but for the 2nd week died on the run but still good....with more sessions under his belt and some experience he would fly !!.....tip...if he,d come with myself simon and lisa he would of learnt lots with pacing with others and had more energy to run
thomas...again a strong rider,i didn,t see much of thomas but again he should of came with the trio...altho i think had gez to play with...needs to get some confidence of his ability....great little steady runner,small steps and efficient....tip..be aware of the pace u are capable of on both bike and run
gez...found a buddy on the bike and run and did what he could do in his eyes .....my tip is have confidence in what u can do,theres a strong swimmer and biker in you,get your km,s up and u,ll suprize yourself....try stop thinking of sex so much lol
joel....didn,t see much of joel but again should be looking for a buddy to ride with,there was a few out there your speed.....another with not many run km,s under his belt,...tip...needs more consistancy in training but massive potential....wow what a strong swimmer !!
pinky and perky...ops i mean alice and eve....inseperable all weekend,including their bikes seem to be stuck together,good to find a buddy because this helps mentally too but u both need to be getting confidence in your own abilities ie practice leaving legal distances and prooving to yourself you can hold that pace....eve fot the 2nd week in a row dehydrated...u must fix this...more electrolytes or more drink?....didn,t see alice too much on run...tip...try no wine before a heavy w end training :-)
emily...got a flat but it didn,t seem to bother her,ran with a big smile altho far behind after the flat....and looked good too...well done...mentally good attitude and it means alot....5-10 min flat in an ironman is a good rest so dont let it bother u
steve m....didn,t see much and did half the course....but if training for port st should have maybe put himself under more pressure on the bike to the point of blowing....an olympic race is racing on the edge rather than aerobic type long course stuff....
did i miss anyone?
notes..not many took the water and coke at each end...but were dehydrated???..didn,t make sense...some cut run turnaround at flat end..u had to go to car park not just around tree.....
all in all great learning curve...what i took from the course was the fact that i could break the bike up into 10k hills,10k flat windy,10k last bit,then back..i liked that,went very quick....and run a nice flat start to warm the run in and broken up......the run will be a qaud smasher downhills so run lightly.....
i havn,t mentioned the swim much but with low tide on the day it will be a shit fight thats for sure....we all hit the bank at some stage and stood up....
also with the race at end of daylight saving and starting 2 hrs later than when we started ie after the swim...it will get windy during the ride
hope u all had fun !!
jh
my observations of the w end what i saw..(send me your feedback if u wish or if my observations are wrong)
chris...died last lap of bike and it cost him....but great effort because he did it alone and got a great work out...tip,dont do it alone race day,be more aware of saving yourself on downhills etc rather than non stop hammer for 150-180k ...pay more attention to hydration and electrolytes,altho it was a hot day and most would siffer i think that was probably a big factor too...allow for it and have more with electrolytes.....full marks for not giving up on the run,remember however bad u feel theres always a chance of recovering if u know what u need to correct.....i think chris knew he was dehydrated...tip...change your gearing for that killer bike hill
lisa...miss consistant biker....does her pace and that is pure gold.....a different girl from a year ago,not in speed but more in being carefull about her bike pace that was smashing her run to pieces,didn,t panick when there was a gap forming in the merry trio .....in very hot conditions still ran around 3:30 3:40 ironman pace and looked good,light and efficient.....tip...dont touch any freddo froggies until after ironman...your spot on track for a blinder as this course will suit u...
simon...improving on the bike out of site every week....needs to be aware of not surging which is knocking his run to pieces but finally getting there.....very gutsy and tough minded which he will need for the 2nd half of the marathon....tip...save yourself more in groups,but be exstremey carefull of draft busters as u may not have much experience with this....very strong up hills,use this to your advantage
rob....wow ,never stops impressing me every time i see him...did bike on his own and did so well,has a great run and swim,THIS GUY HAS POTENTIAL...hung out the run but for the 2nd week died on the run but still good....with more sessions under his belt and some experience he would fly !!.....tip...if he,d come with myself simon and lisa he would of learnt lots with pacing with others and had more energy to run
thomas...again a strong rider,i didn,t see much of thomas but again he should of came with the trio...altho i think had gez to play with...needs to get some confidence of his ability....great little steady runner,small steps and efficient....tip..be aware of the pace u are capable of on both bike and run
gez...found a buddy on the bike and run and did what he could do in his eyes .....my tip is have confidence in what u can do,theres a strong swimmer and biker in you,get your km,s up and u,ll suprize yourself....try stop thinking of sex so much lol
joel....didn,t see much of joel but again should be looking for a buddy to ride with,there was a few out there your speed.....another with not many run km,s under his belt,...tip...needs more consistancy in training but massive potential....wow what a strong swimmer !!
pinky and perky...ops i mean alice and eve....inseperable all weekend,including their bikes seem to be stuck together,good to find a buddy because this helps mentally too but u both need to be getting confidence in your own abilities ie practice leaving legal distances and prooving to yourself you can hold that pace....eve fot the 2nd week in a row dehydrated...u must fix this...more electrolytes or more drink?....didn,t see alice too much on run...tip...try no wine before a heavy w end training :-)
emily...got a flat but it didn,t seem to bother her,ran with a big smile altho far behind after the flat....and looked good too...well done...mentally good attitude and it means alot....5-10 min flat in an ironman is a good rest so dont let it bother u
steve m....didn,t see much and did half the course....but if training for port st should have maybe put himself under more pressure on the bike to the point of blowing....an olympic race is racing on the edge rather than aerobic type long course stuff....
did i miss anyone?
notes..not many took the water and coke at each end...but were dehydrated???..didn,t make sense...some cut run turnaround at flat end..u had to go to car park not just around tree.....
all in all great learning curve...what i took from the course was the fact that i could break the bike up into 10k hills,10k flat windy,10k last bit,then back..i liked that,went very quick....and run a nice flat start to warm the run in and broken up......the run will be a qaud smasher downhills so run lightly.....
i havn,t mentioned the swim much but with low tide on the day it will be a shit fight thats for sure....we all hit the bank at some stage and stood up....
also with the race at end of daylight saving and starting 2 hrs later than when we started ie after the swim...it will get windy during the ride
hope u all had fun !!
jh
Superb performance
Tony should be lounging on the couch as I type this note, recovering from an overnight flight back to Sydney. (Margreet and I are recovering in KL for a few days)
He put on a superb performance on Sunday, securing a spot to Kona with a very focused approach to the race and a technically beautiful execution of his race plan.
As soon as he gets a few moments to write up a report, it'll be posted here for everyone to read.
Awesome effort!!!
He put on a superb performance on Sunday, securing a spot to Kona with a very focused approach to the race and a technically beautiful execution of his race plan.
As soon as he gets a few moments to write up a report, it'll be posted here for everyone to read.
Awesome effort!!!
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