Robyn's E News 17 Dec 08

Hi All,

Those members still out there training are finding it increasingly more difficult to dodge the raindrops. With a cyclone expected to form in the vicinity by end of week, I'm thinking it's not going to get any easier. The water temperature at Nightcliff Pool is down to ... wait for it ... a refreshing 30 degrees!

UNIFORM UPDATE:

1. We haven't forgotten those bathers that were returned. Scody have advised that replacements have been dispatched and fingers crossed we may still have everyone sorted by Christmas. Thank you for your patience.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. CLUB TOWELS: Last few, grab yours now for Christmas stocking fillers $25 Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com

2. FOR SALE: Darwin Triathlon Club Ladies TriSuit XS $155 Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com

3. FOR SALE: (1) 2 lots of tri-bars, will sell cheap; (2) women's cycling jersey, size 4 women's ($25), would fit young girl and (3) Bum getting sore on the bike? We have 3 spare bike seats (2 Bontrager) at our place, come have a look. Contact: Erica 0402 240 730

4. ITEMS for this section by 8pm Sunday please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Many of you will remember Tom Gilfedder. Tom is back in town for a short visit enroute to Alice Springs for Christmas. Good to catch up. Brett Sampson was also in town recently.

2. We have a number of people departing Darwin for far flung places. One farewell this week is Nic Hahn. Good luck Nic.

3. I got a couple of emails pointing out that the bike course at the Canberra Half Ironman was longer than the stated 90km. Take your pick ... anywhere between 93km & 96km. From all reports, those who competed in the event copped some pretty tough conditions.

4. Gu have a yummy flavour (choc & mint) ideal for silly season running.

5. Love the TA Challenge Series towel. Don't forget that the Challenge Series has it's own website www.challengeseries.org.au for info on all upcoming events.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A NEW TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... your sunglasses are big and round or change colour
... breaststroke is your fastest stroke
... you have yet to breakfast on a Gel

Triathlon 3 x the fun
Cheers
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

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