Jenny's website link, also on the right-hand side:
http://www.thejennymckennafoundation.com.au/
29 Oct 2007
25 Oct 2007
Fundraiser for Jenny
A fundraising event is to be held for Jenny McKenna on the Monday 26th November 2007 at Randwick.
As most of you are aware Jenny is recovering from a cycling accident in April. Her recovery will take time.
Where: Cellinis Italian Restaurant, 62 Frenchmans Road, Randwick
When: 6.30pm
Tickets: $80 a person
John McLean will be the guest speaker. There will be a jazz band, an auction and raffle prizes.
Proceeds will be used to help offset some of the cost of equipment to help Jenny in her recovery.
RSVP: Before 19th November to Anna at 0417 047 391 or ciclismo@tpg.com.au
As most of you are aware Jenny is recovering from a cycling accident in April. Her recovery will take time.
Where: Cellinis Italian Restaurant, 62 Frenchmans Road, Randwick
When: 6.30pm
Tickets: $80 a person
John McLean will be the guest speaker. There will be a jazz band, an auction and raffle prizes.
Proceeds will be used to help offset some of the cost of equipment to help Jenny in her recovery.
RSVP: Before 19th November to Anna at 0417 047 391 or ciclismo@tpg.com.au
Vancouver
Hi everyone,
It's been a pleasure to run this blog for the group. Margreet and I have arrived in Vancouver and are busy getting settled.
I've already slowed down my output on the blog and it will slow further in the weeks ahead. I'll add what I consider to be interesting news/race reports but I won't be actively keeping the weekend training sked etc up to date anymore.
I'll offer one more time to help anyone in the group who wants to set aside the time to learn and to keep a new group blog running. I've always found it easy to do and it doesn't require a huge amount of time.
Thanks again. Train safe and enjoy the sunshine,
Tim
It's been a pleasure to run this blog for the group. Margreet and I have arrived in Vancouver and are busy getting settled.
I've already slowed down my output on the blog and it will slow further in the weeks ahead. I'll add what I consider to be interesting news/race reports but I won't be actively keeping the weekend training sked etc up to date anymore.
I'll offer one more time to help anyone in the group who wants to set aside the time to learn and to keep a new group blog running. I've always found it easy to do and it doesn't require a huge amount of time.
Thanks again. Train safe and enjoy the sunshine,
Tim
23 Oct 2007
Jacqui's Kona
Well, I finally did it! I conquered my dream, achieved my personal goals and finished the Hawaii Ironman!
My goal was firstly to qualify, then to train as hard as i could just to finish. If all was to go well on the day, I set myself a time to finish under 11hrs. Along with this I was aiming to finish in top 20 in the world, plus to be 1st Aussie within the 30-34 age group (of 75 competitors).
Gratefully I accomplished all of my goals with completing this tough race in 10hrs 48mins;
- 3.8k Swim 1hr06m
- 180k Bike 5hr55m
- 42.2k Run 3hr41m
My time placed me in 16th in the world (of 75 competitors) and 1st Aussie, within the 30-34 age category.
Drilling down even further I was 85th female (including all 52 pros) of approx 600 females (beating 4 pros!), and 707th of all 1800 competitors (men and women - pros & age-groupers).
http://www.ironman.com/events/ironman/worldchampionship?show=tracker&y=2007
Even though I didn’t win the race or even get a podium, but knowing I did my best leading up to this event and particularly on the day, to just be a part of a World Championships and race against the ‘best of the best’ was the most amazing experience!
The race started off at 7am, with the professionals already under way 15 minutes earlier, from 6.45am. I was warned the swim was going to be very messy with arms and legs everywhere, pushing and shoving and being swum over - worse than any other. So I prepared for this and set myself back a little from the start so I wouldn’t get clobbered. Whilst waiting in the water till the cannon sounded there seemed like there was loads of space. I thought to myself, “what are they talking about…”. Then the cannon sounded, a little tear in my eye after hearing the American anthem, and we were off. The crowd caught up with me and I wasn’t left alone for one minute! I was trying to mix it up a bit by trying to spot some fish (beautiful scenery down there – like one big aquarium!), and then I saw about 8 fish perfectly lined up side by side right beneath me. I thought “wow, look at that”. I put my head down again for another look and thought “hang on a second, that’s pretty bloody deep”….OMG it was 8 dolphins all deep deep beneath me! Just awesome! Lucky I only saw those, because a friend of mine honestly spotted a Shark (reef or tiger??) forcing him to do an accelerated b-line so he would be swimming near other competitors to avoid being singled out. Anyway, no one got eaten and I left the water in 1hr6mins with cuts and bruises on my hands, arms and feet from the identification bands (like hospital bands) we all had to wear, and a bruised bottom lip from another competitors foot trying to remove my goggles!
On to the bike, feeling absolutely petrified, as I was warned we would be faced with the worst head and side winds, which this island was renown for, but all seemed ok! The bike leg is not my strongest so I was passed by loads of excited people in the first 20-30k - I think forgetting they had a further 150k to go. Due to so many people passing me, I got a drafting penalty as I didn’t drop back “quick enough” (only 7 secs to do so in this race) so the first 50-70k for me was disappointing and very conservative.
The turn around point on the bike, at the 104 k mark, ended with a 30k continuous climb up into a town called Hawi (pronounced Har-vee) providing us with forceful head and side winds. Although this was quite tough and challenging, our winds during Sydney’s crazy winter, out at Kurnell and Buli, had mentally prepared me for worse than this. I ensured I kept hydrated (very hot with no cloud cover), as it was drilled into me to “save yourself for the last 30k of the ride….and save yourself for that 42k run!”, so I was drinking more regularly than I ever had in any race and got through all my food as planned – perfect! Finishing my bike a little slower than intended in 5hr55m but I felt ready for my run…..my favourite part of the race! :o)
Off the bike I came (i think around 25th in my age but i didnt know), into the transition tent for a quick change of shorts, a sun-screen top up, grabbed a fresh pair of sunnies and my cap to keep the sun out of my eyes still no clouds) and filled my hands full of caffeine gels. My belly felt full of fluid so feeling a little worried it may cost me time to stop at a toilet but thinking positive as this is a good sign as it meant I was keeping hydrated. Due to being in such a hurry to get out there, I sub-consciously decided to wear two pairs of sunnies, not realising till around the 14k mark! Of course I had already passed my spectators and any camera that took my photo…looking a bit silly, never mind!
The day was damn hot with no cloud cover the whole day but just dry and windy in areas. The temperature reached up to 50deg celcius on the highway during the run and up to 45deg in the famous ‘Energy Lab’ which is the turn point of the run where you know you’ve got approx 17k’s till the finish! A little annoyingly I had to make 3 toilet stops but I think I set a world record here as I was truly super quick!
This run would have had to have been the most mental of any run course I have ever competed in. Determined to run under 4hrs I kept chipping away passing a fair amount of people including 7 girls that were in my age group. 2 of which unfortunately were in the last 2ks so regretfully I didn’t get to enjoy a slow jog down the finishing chute (as i dreamed about) to give mum, dad and james a hug and kiss nor to wave the Aussie flag....damn! Instead I ran hard till the finish basically collapsing once over the line but completed my run in a goal time of 3hr41m - woo hoo! Not the finish I visualised, but still an amazing memory that I will never forget ever!
Doing any endurance type of event like this certainly involves so many people and after all the support James has given me and sacrifices he has made to help me achieve this goal I really look forward to taking a long break from Ironman, however hope to always keep fit, and enjoy our time ahead including our wedding coming up in January!
Thanks everyone for all your messages and support, as it truly meant the world to me - it was my dream!
Thank you!
Jacqui xo
My goal was firstly to qualify, then to train as hard as i could just to finish. If all was to go well on the day, I set myself a time to finish under 11hrs. Along with this I was aiming to finish in top 20 in the world, plus to be 1st Aussie within the 30-34 age group (of 75 competitors).
Gratefully I accomplished all of my goals with completing this tough race in 10hrs 48mins;
- 3.8k Swim 1hr06m
- 180k Bike 5hr55m
- 42.2k Run 3hr41m
My time placed me in 16th in the world (of 75 competitors) and 1st Aussie, within the 30-34 age category.
Drilling down even further I was 85th female (including all 52 pros) of approx 600 females (beating 4 pros!), and 707th of all 1800 competitors (men and women - pros & age-groupers).
http://www.ironman.com/events/ironman/worldchampionship?show=tracker&y=2007
Even though I didn’t win the race or even get a podium, but knowing I did my best leading up to this event and particularly on the day, to just be a part of a World Championships and race against the ‘best of the best’ was the most amazing experience!
The race started off at 7am, with the professionals already under way 15 minutes earlier, from 6.45am. I was warned the swim was going to be very messy with arms and legs everywhere, pushing and shoving and being swum over - worse than any other. So I prepared for this and set myself back a little from the start so I wouldn’t get clobbered. Whilst waiting in the water till the cannon sounded there seemed like there was loads of space. I thought to myself, “what are they talking about…”. Then the cannon sounded, a little tear in my eye after hearing the American anthem, and we were off. The crowd caught up with me and I wasn’t left alone for one minute! I was trying to mix it up a bit by trying to spot some fish (beautiful scenery down there – like one big aquarium!), and then I saw about 8 fish perfectly lined up side by side right beneath me. I thought “wow, look at that”. I put my head down again for another look and thought “hang on a second, that’s pretty bloody deep”….OMG it was 8 dolphins all deep deep beneath me! Just awesome! Lucky I only saw those, because a friend of mine honestly spotted a Shark (reef or tiger??) forcing him to do an accelerated b-line so he would be swimming near other competitors to avoid being singled out. Anyway, no one got eaten and I left the water in 1hr6mins with cuts and bruises on my hands, arms and feet from the identification bands (like hospital bands) we all had to wear, and a bruised bottom lip from another competitors foot trying to remove my goggles!
On to the bike, feeling absolutely petrified, as I was warned we would be faced with the worst head and side winds, which this island was renown for, but all seemed ok! The bike leg is not my strongest so I was passed by loads of excited people in the first 20-30k - I think forgetting they had a further 150k to go. Due to so many people passing me, I got a drafting penalty as I didn’t drop back “quick enough” (only 7 secs to do so in this race) so the first 50-70k for me was disappointing and very conservative.
The turn around point on the bike, at the 104 k mark, ended with a 30k continuous climb up into a town called Hawi (pronounced Har-vee) providing us with forceful head and side winds. Although this was quite tough and challenging, our winds during Sydney’s crazy winter, out at Kurnell and Buli, had mentally prepared me for worse than this. I ensured I kept hydrated (very hot with no cloud cover), as it was drilled into me to “save yourself for the last 30k of the ride….and save yourself for that 42k run!”, so I was drinking more regularly than I ever had in any race and got through all my food as planned – perfect! Finishing my bike a little slower than intended in 5hr55m but I felt ready for my run…..my favourite part of the race! :o)
Off the bike I came (i think around 25th in my age but i didnt know), into the transition tent for a quick change of shorts, a sun-screen top up, grabbed a fresh pair of sunnies and my cap to keep the sun out of my eyes still no clouds) and filled my hands full of caffeine gels. My belly felt full of fluid so feeling a little worried it may cost me time to stop at a toilet but thinking positive as this is a good sign as it meant I was keeping hydrated. Due to being in such a hurry to get out there, I sub-consciously decided to wear two pairs of sunnies, not realising till around the 14k mark! Of course I had already passed my spectators and any camera that took my photo…looking a bit silly, never mind!
The day was damn hot with no cloud cover the whole day but just dry and windy in areas. The temperature reached up to 50deg celcius on the highway during the run and up to 45deg in the famous ‘Energy Lab’ which is the turn point of the run where you know you’ve got approx 17k’s till the finish! A little annoyingly I had to make 3 toilet stops but I think I set a world record here as I was truly super quick!
This run would have had to have been the most mental of any run course I have ever competed in. Determined to run under 4hrs I kept chipping away passing a fair amount of people including 7 girls that were in my age group. 2 of which unfortunately were in the last 2ks so regretfully I didn’t get to enjoy a slow jog down the finishing chute (as i dreamed about) to give mum, dad and james a hug and kiss nor to wave the Aussie flag....damn! Instead I ran hard till the finish basically collapsing once over the line but completed my run in a goal time of 3hr41m - woo hoo! Not the finish I visualised, but still an amazing memory that I will never forget ever!
Doing any endurance type of event like this certainly involves so many people and after all the support James has given me and sacrifices he has made to help me achieve this goal I really look forward to taking a long break from Ironman, however hope to always keep fit, and enjoy our time ahead including our wedding coming up in January!
Thanks everyone for all your messages and support, as it truly meant the world to me - it was my dream!
Thank you!
Jacqui xo
16 Oct 2007
Kona Awards Banquet
Chrissie Wellington was overjoyed but far from speechless. Her performance was stunning. Perhaps she was just being modest. She mentioned the need for a hat sponsor for the run and that perhaps she would benefit from an aero helmet for cycling. She said she didn't realize she was going to win until the final 5kms.
Macca was very humble in his thank-you speech, far from the fast-talking challenger of recent years. He named almost every previous champion with the exception of the two most recent German ones. He also talked about how he had dedicated his life to winning this race and how he drove his dad a bit crazy by watching and rewatching every triathlete race video he could get his hands on again and again, and then again.
Macca was very humble in his thank-you speech, far from the fast-talking challenger of recent years. He named almost every previous champion with the exception of the two most recent German ones. He also talked about how he had dedicated his life to winning this race and how he drove his dad a bit crazy by watching and rewatching every triathlete race video he could get his hands on again and again, and then again.
Solid Maitland Results
Paul 1st, Dingo 2nd.
Jac 1st.
Oli 5th, Lisa 1st and Andrew just outside the top 10!
Jac 1st.
Oli 5th, Lisa 1st and Andrew just outside the top 10!
14 Oct 2007
Tim's Day
I had an awesome day. I got what I wanted most - a Kona medal and I can't begin to describe how it feels to have it.
As far as my race is concerned, I was happy with my swim - particularly in light of the times of other people who also were slowed a bit on the return leg by the current. To be honest, I felt it was simply because I hadn't done much swim training :) until looking at the results.
[Note: Some non-wetsuit wetsuits chafe - some about the 1.5km mark of an Ironman in salt 9water! Ouch!!]
Onto the bike. It was a bit chaotic for the first 20km or so because of the volume of athletes. Lots of drafting simply because there was nowhere to go. As we got into the hills outside of town and the wind picked up a bit, there was a sorting out of the competitors. The wind though was far kinder to us today than in the few training sessions here last week.
I felt great until about 60km and then my bike became challenging. For the rest of the
ride, I struggled with huge highs and massive lows. I thought that my nutrition was good. I thought the heat was bearable. I was drinking a lot, taking salt tabs and downing my gel mix. At times I was flying with little effort, and others I battled to keep moving forward.
The rollercoaster nature of my ride left me somewhat deflated and it took about 10km of running before I could talk myself back into a more positive frame of mind. Still, my heart wasn't in the run until I could see the top of the road leaving the Energy Lab and passed the 30km mark.
At that point I was fully into getting to the finish line and stopping - though not quite as immediately as Jacqui did (I'll leave it to her to explain what happened in her race).
The final few kms were helped a lot by my loyal supporters on the day. Stephen on the bike out at the Energy Lab during the dash to the line - and Margreet, my brother and one of my sisters who really helped me deal with my many demons.
I have had tougher Ironman days. But as my time targets moved further and further away, and the desire or ability to hammer myself faded, I was able to enjoy my race more than any other. [That being said I think I would have been able to muster some joy at a sub10 performance too.]
One final thanks and it's a huge one - thanks John .. you've pushed, annoyed and encouraged me to be a better athlete and when I keep my head in the game, I think, a better-than-average triathlete. You've been a huge help and a huge inspiration. I will miss training with you and the group.
Not to discourage anyone but today's race was my eighth ironman - it took me seven attempts to get here and a solid six-and-a-half years of fairly consistent training too.
I'm not sure what lies ahead when Margreet and I hit the ground in Vancouver. We've already received a booking ahead of Ironman Canada 2009, with the objective of returning to the Big Island later that same year. Tonight of course isn't the time to look that far ahead.
Thanks also for all the messages of support from everyone back in Oz and around the world.
As far as my race is concerned, I was happy with my swim - particularly in light of the times of other people who also were slowed a bit on the return leg by the current. To be honest, I felt it was simply because I hadn't done much swim training :) until looking at the results.
[Note: Some non-wetsuit wetsuits chafe - some about the 1.5km mark of an Ironman in salt 9water! Ouch!!]
Onto the bike. It was a bit chaotic for the first 20km or so because of the volume of athletes. Lots of drafting simply because there was nowhere to go. As we got into the hills outside of town and the wind picked up a bit, there was a sorting out of the competitors. The wind though was far kinder to us today than in the few training sessions here last week.
I felt great until about 60km and then my bike became challenging. For the rest of the
ride, I struggled with huge highs and massive lows. I thought that my nutrition was good. I thought the heat was bearable. I was drinking a lot, taking salt tabs and downing my gel mix. At times I was flying with little effort, and others I battled to keep moving forward.
The rollercoaster nature of my ride left me somewhat deflated and it took about 10km of running before I could talk myself back into a more positive frame of mind. Still, my heart wasn't in the run until I could see the top of the road leaving the Energy Lab and passed the 30km mark.
At that point I was fully into getting to the finish line and stopping - though not quite as immediately as Jacqui did (I'll leave it to her to explain what happened in her race).
The final few kms were helped a lot by my loyal supporters on the day. Stephen on the bike out at the Energy Lab during the dash to the line - and Margreet, my brother and one of my sisters who really helped me deal with my many demons.
I have had tougher Ironman days. But as my time targets moved further and further away, and the desire or ability to hammer myself faded, I was able to enjoy my race more than any other. [That being said I think I would have been able to muster some joy at a sub10 performance too.]
One final thanks and it's a huge one - thanks John .. you've pushed, annoyed and encouraged me to be a better athlete and when I keep my head in the game, I think, a better-than-average triathlete. You've been a huge help and a huge inspiration. I will miss training with you and the group.
Not to discourage anyone but today's race was my eighth ironman - it took me seven attempts to get here and a solid six-and-a-half years of fairly consistent training too.
I'm not sure what lies ahead when Margreet and I hit the ground in Vancouver. We've already received a booking ahead of Ironman Canada 2009, with the objective of returning to the Big Island later that same year. Tonight of course isn't the time to look that far ahead.
Thanks also for all the messages of support from everyone back in Oz and around the world.
Kona results roundup
It was a busy day - Luke finished 19th overall, Alice crossed the line in 11:07, Amanda and Rod also crossed the line. (*Apologies as I first had heard other information.)
Charlotte finished in 16th in her debut race here as a pro.
Charlotte finished in 16th in her debut race here as a pro.
Women's top 10
Only three of last year's top 10 women made it into the top 10 at today's race. A real changing of the guard in many ways.
Jacqui digs deep for 6th
Jacqueline Wrightson dug deep and powered through the run to secure a very very very respectable 16th place in her age group.
She swam 1:06, rode 5:55 and ran a very very solid 3:41.
According to finishing line watchers, Jacqui hit the finishing line and stopped! Awesome effort!!!!!
We look forward to her thoughts on her Kona debut?
She swam 1:06, rode 5:55 and ran a very very solid 3:41.
According to finishing line watchers, Jacqui hit the finishing line and stopped! Awesome effort!!!!!
We look forward to her thoughts on her Kona debut?
John has a smashing run
John Hill had another superb race in Kona - his 13th!!!!! What a remarkable athlete.
He swam 1:10, cycled 5:14 and ran 3:17 for a 9:51 and seventh in his age - his final year in the 44-49 age group too!!
He looked in total control running for home as I headed toward the Energy Lab.
I think that may be a PB run in an Ironman for him - perhaps there is something to those compression socks after all - or perhaps it's a good thing to enter a 90km running race as part of one's preparation for Ironman!
No doubt JH will provide some comments on his race in the next few days.
He swam 1:10, cycled 5:14 and ran 3:17 for a 9:51 and seventh in his age - his final year in the 44-49 age group too!!
He looked in total control running for home as I headed toward the Energy Lab.
I think that may be a PB run in an Ironman for him - perhaps there is something to those compression socks after all - or perhaps it's a good thing to enter a 90km running race as part of one's preparation for Ironman!
No doubt JH will provide some comments on his race in the next few days.
13 Oct 2007
Ironman mobile
www.ironmanwireless.com
live athlete tracking with SMS updates to your mobile phone .. I think we pass 11 checkpoints through the race
live athlete tracking with SMS updates to your mobile phone .. I think we pass 11 checkpoints through the race
Weather conditions
Of course, it's dangerous to put too much into a weather forecast but here's what one site is saying:
Clear overnight .. with diminishing humidity
Sunny in the morning .. the humidity will remain low and the temperature is forecast to reach about 27 degrees Celcius by 11am .. with the wind at just 6 miles/hour (so on the light side)
Early afternoon (about 2pm) the weather will change .. the clouds will roll in and the chance of showers will rise as the day progresses ..
So very promising for race day
Clear overnight .. with diminishing humidity
Sunny in the morning .. the humidity will remain low and the temperature is forecast to reach about 27 degrees Celcius by 11am .. with the wind at just 6 miles/hour (so on the light side)
Early afternoon (about 2pm) the weather will change .. the clouds will roll in and the chance of showers will rise as the day progresses ..
So very promising for race day
Hottest new gear
1. Knee high compression socks - JH will be stocking these beauties back in Oz .. (about$60)
2. Non-wetsuit wetsuits - I'd have to say at least half the field will be wearing one .. (starting about $200)
3. Aero helmets - lots and lots and lots of these ..
**
New products displayed here .. some amazing new Tri running shoes (training and racing) by Zoot .. the shoes will come onto the market in the US at least earlier next year .. No socks necessary and a new lacing style .. about $135
The Newton shoes are being sold here .. pricey though at $175
For the athlete in search of an edge, there's now an Ironman specific mattress ..
2. Non-wetsuit wetsuits - I'd have to say at least half the field will be wearing one .. (starting about $200)
3. Aero helmets - lots and lots and lots of these ..
**
New products displayed here .. some amazing new Tri running shoes (training and racing) by Zoot .. the shoes will come onto the market in the US at least earlier next year .. No socks necessary and a new lacing style .. about $135
The Newton shoes are being sold here .. pricey though at $175
For the athlete in search of an edge, there's now an Ironman specific mattress ..
Kona Stats
The field racing here in Kona on Saturday will include just over 1,800 athletes.
Of that group, 73 per cent are men.
There are 90 male pros and 52 women professionals.
The largest category is the men 35-39 with 259 athletes, but the men's 40-44 is only nine behind on that front.
The largest women's categories are the 30-34 and 40-44, each with 75 participants.
from ironmanlive.com
Of that group, 73 per cent are men.
There are 90 male pros and 52 women professionals.
The largest category is the men 35-39 with 259 athletes, but the men's 40-44 is only nine behind on that front.
The largest women's categories are the 30-34 and 40-44, each with 75 participants.
from ironmanlive.com
9 Oct 2007
Kona Race Numbers
530 John Hill
553 John Mergler
1582 Jacqueline Wrightson
758 Timothy Moore
131 Nick Saunders
156 Charlotte Paul
1592 Alice McClure
1649 Amanda Balding
97 Luke McKenzie
553 John Mergler
1582 Jacqueline Wrightson
758 Timothy Moore
131 Nick Saunders
156 Charlotte Paul
1592 Alice McClure
1649 Amanda Balding
97 Luke McKenzie
7 Oct 2007
One Week
Team HighFive - consisting of JH, Jac and me - opted for a loop of the swim course this morning before a few running efforts along Alii Drive.
Lots of people were milling on the pier, not as many were swimming. Every session offers a chance to test a different look and so it was the same in the water. JH in his 2Xu and Jac seeing how many layers she can sport at the same time and still glide with the mild swell.
As for me, the allure of a non-wetsuit wetsuit continues to rise. Though I still find it hard to justify $200 for one swim!
In any event, the water was clear, there were few athletes in it and we had a relaxed session getting ourselves oriented for what lies ahead next Saturday.
After a short bit of running work after the swim we all headed back to our respective condos to rest away the day.
*Pro spotting is on the rise as more athletes filter into town. Stadler and Michellie both are here now.
Lots of people were milling on the pier, not as many were swimming. Every session offers a chance to test a different look and so it was the same in the water. JH in his 2Xu and Jac seeing how many layers she can sport at the same time and still glide with the mild swell.
As for me, the allure of a non-wetsuit wetsuit continues to rise. Though I still find it hard to justify $200 for one swim!
In any event, the water was clear, there were few athletes in it and we had a relaxed session getting ourselves oriented for what lies ahead next Saturday.
After a short bit of running work after the swim we all headed back to our respective condos to rest away the day.
*Pro spotting is on the rise as more athletes filter into town. Stadler and Michellie both are here now.
Coaching clinics
Future L0 and L1 Coaching Course
A very successful Level One Triathlon Coaching Course was conducted in Wollongong on 22-23 September, with 20 candidates in attendance receiving excellent tuition from accredited presenters. Future dates of L0 and L1 Courses are currently being considered. We will travel anywhere within the State if 10 or more candidates are available for the Course. Further enquiries can be directed to Mark Scott on marksc@uow.edu.au
Child Protection Checks
TA only requires Child Protection Checks from accredited coaches every four years. TriNSW is more stringent and administers that particular component of the State’s Member Protection Policy on an annual basis. All accredited coaches within NSW can expect some paperwork from Development Officer Mark Scott very shortly.
Kurnell Series
TriNSW Sydney Triathlon Series
Entry is now open for the annual Sydney Triathlon Series events at Kurnell. Entry fees for 2007/08 are set at $70 for members – more for non members… but our first rise in costs in three years. Entries are open to individuals and teams. And stand by for some surprises as Sydney ’s favourite open sprint series returns for another summer of fun in competition… and check out the Series entry discount!
November 25
January 13
February 13
February 23
Tri NSW calendar
October / November Open Events
Check out http://www.trinswrace.org/default.asp?PageID=6753 for all the coming sanctioned triathlon and multisport events and contact details… including a new sprint event at Drummoyne in Sydney !
Training with Oli
Sunday 6:15am – Ride and run. Various distances according to you programmes, between 2 and 4 Laps of Kurnell. I will be riding 120-130km, so 3 laps. For those with 80km hits and upwards, hit starts after the airport tunnel. For those with 40km hits, just hang at the back of the pack until Kurnell.
Quick stop at the servo on the right just before entering Kurnell if needed. Regroup at the same servo before heading home.
Swim - 2:30pm, north Bondi if flat, iceburgs if choppy. I won’t be at this one.It’s set to be a warm weekend so don’t forget the sunscreen and keep the fluids up. Fingers crossed the wind doesn’t get to strong at Kurnell!!
Cheers, Oli.
5 Oct 2007
Kona Kountdown
It's late Thursday afternoon here in Kona and it's been a breezy day! White caps glistened in the ocean as a group of us headed out of town to cycle part of the bike course. The course is one lap - essentially out and back along the Queen K Highway.
In all we cycled 94km, stopping to refuel at Hawi and for a bit of a respite from the wind. Looking at the speedometre was NOT a very encouraging experience. According to John Mergler, it was as windy a day on the course as he's ever experienced.
On my speedo, I had an average speed of 26km/hr for the first half of today's ride. At the end of the ride, it had risen to 29km/hr. At one point, heading towards Hawi, the speedo was reading about 18km/hr and near the end of today's ride, it was a little higher than 60km/hr - that should provide some perspective on the wind.
As those of you who have raced here know, the wind has a mind of its own. It reflects the landscape through which the bike course lies. There are no trees of any significance nor rock formations to provide protection.
Yet the course is on what must be one of the smoothest and well kept roads anywhere in the world. It's beautiful.
It's deceptive too as the long undulations and 20km of gentle but continuous uphill before reaching the turnaround at Hawi are ideal for time trialling - depending on the wind!!
In all we cycled 94km, stopping to refuel at Hawi and for a bit of a respite from the wind. Looking at the speedometre was NOT a very encouraging experience. According to John Mergler, it was as windy a day on the course as he's ever experienced.
On my speedo, I had an average speed of 26km/hr for the first half of today's ride. At the end of the ride, it had risen to 29km/hr. At one point, heading towards Hawi, the speedo was reading about 18km/hr and near the end of today's ride, it was a little higher than 60km/hr - that should provide some perspective on the wind.
As those of you who have raced here know, the wind has a mind of its own. It reflects the landscape through which the bike course lies. There are no trees of any significance nor rock formations to provide protection.
Yet the course is on what must be one of the smoothest and well kept roads anywhere in the world. It's beautiful.
It's deceptive too as the long undulations and 20km of gentle but continuous uphill before reaching the turnaround at Hawi are ideal for time trialling - depending on the wind!!
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