Robyn's E News - 3 Nov 08

Hi All,

Those of you who were at Nightcliff Pool yesterday morning will have been inspired by the enthusiasm of the many youngsters competing. The kids (and bikes) came in all sizes. Some of the juniors were very new, others are now very experienced and have their transitions down pat. The junior committee is to be congratulated on their efforts to secure sponsorship for this season. Jerome's donation also went a long way to providing extras to encourage the kids. Thanks to all concerned, the juniors are off to a flying start this season.

RESULTS:

1. Ironman Florida - 3.8/180/42.2

Male: Tom Evans 8.07.59 Female: Bella Comerford 9.07.48

2. Noosa Triathlon - 1.5/40/10

Male: Courtney Atkinson 1.46.38 Female: Emma Snowsill 1.59.39

Noosa results aren't user friendly at the moment, I'll update for our members next E News.

3. Beach2Battleship - 3.8/180/42.2

Male: Bjarne Moller 8.47.25 Female: Sara Tussay 10.12.56

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 9 November 08
Duathlon
Hidden Valley
7am
5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run

Roster:

Race Director: Tim Ellison 8928 0039
Registration: Jodie McLeod / David McLeod
Timekeeping: Grant Preddy / Sandra Yee
Fruit / Ice: Peta Jeggo

CLUB UNIFORM

1. Due to problems with the sizing of some of the women's one & two piece bathers (different lycra used) you may have arranged to swap these items. Please note that the last date for returns is Wednesday 6 Nov 08. Please ensure you have returned items to myself, Jodie McLeod or Jane Marie Kerslake by Wednesday. No returns will be accepted after that date.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE RACE WHEELS: Zipp 606 clincher wheel set(tyres and tubes). Complete with tyres,tubes and Shimano 10 speed cassette. The wheels have been used as demo wheels only. New $3500 Sell $1500. Contact Aaron at CycleZone 8981 4436

2. FOR SALE: Bontrager Aeolus 5.0 clincher wheel set. Brand new with tyres and tubes. They have come off a new bike. Check them out http://bontrager.com/model/06328/en New price $3299 Sell $2200 Either wheelset will knock 30 to 60 seconds off your run time!!! Confused ask Aaron how!! Contact Aaron at Cycle Zone 8981 4436

3. WANTED: MTB - reasonable condition & price. Contact Michelle 0414 513 375

4. FOR SALE - Avanti tri bike suitable for small person $500 call Rob on 8942 0378 or 0447 641 926

OTHER NEWS:

1. Darwin Surf Lifesaving Club is having a fundraiser with a difference - The Steps Of Evolution - run up the 33 stories of the Evolution building & have drinks at the penthouse! Numbers are limited so you need to get your entry form & fee in quick. Entry form attached.

2. The date for the DORC mountain bike skills and drills day has finally been set! This will be a fun opportunity for members and non-members to meet and learn a few skills in handling a mountain bike, followed by a practise ride together. Don't forget to register for this event, here are the
details: Sunday - 9 Nov 08 Basic MTB Skills Course at Lee Point. 4:00PM (Start) - 6:30PM Basic Skills This is a basic practical Mountain Bike (MTB) skills course. The course will focus on some of the core techniques all riders should aim to master to improve their MTBing. If you're planning to attend the course you need to register on www.dorc.com.au by the 6 November. Course will be free for DORC members and $10 (participation license ($5) + small fee) for non members. Turn up with your bike and all your gear ready to ride at the Lee Point Picnic Area.

3. And those of you who have a bent for MTBing may be interested in the Anaconda MTB Enduro in Alice Springs - 25-29 May 09. Further info: www.rapidascent.com

4. Next dry season is going to be chock a block with events, choices will have to be made! The Arafura Games Triathlon the most important event of course, so pencil that in for 10 May 09 and work anything else around that.

5. The practice session for members at Hidden Valley on Saturday morning was well utilised.

6. If you saw the NT News headline - Croc in City Lake - and didn't actually read the article, you may have thought Lake Alex is out of bounds. The croc was actually sighted at Marlows Lagoon.

7. Photos from yesterday's junior triathlon have been posted to Flickr (link below or through club website).

9. At the recent Triathlon Australia AGM, Anthony Beven was re elected to the Board for another term. Congratulations AB.

10. An interesting enticement to enter Mooloolaba from USM website: Enter the 2009 Mooloolaba Triathlon before 1st February and receive one week early entry into the 2009 Noosa Tri.


YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... you get kicked in the face & your goggles come off & you are treading water trying to get them back on while people hit you - you remember you paid good money to do this.
... you walk around race expos looking for free stuff
... you can cope with standing in lines (for registration, for carbo dinner line, for bike check in, for body marking, for bag drop off, for chip check, for porta loo, etc etc)

Safe Training,
Cheers
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
Photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub
Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
Facebook Event: Arafura Games Triathlon