Robyn's E News 16 Dec 09

Hi All,

This will be the last E News for 2009 so I'd like to take the opportunity to wish all readers a very happy Christmas and all the best for the new year where ever you may be.

I've enjoyed bringing you the mixed bag of tri news and info. that is the e news. My apologies for the odd typo, some of you have occasionally appeared faster than normal, others (though not too often I hope) have had some time added due to the odd slip of a finger (or non wearing of glasses) !

Darwin Triathlon Club is fortunate that our members have such positive experiences here that they often enjoy receiving the E News when they move. Thanks to those of you now living interstate and overseas who check in regularly. Thanks also to our members who point me in the right direction, particularly those who let me know events to watch for.

E News will be back in your inbox early January.

RESULTS:

1. Alice Springs Summer Surprise Duathlon, 1km/8km/2km


1 Craig King 26:50; 2 Mitch Scott 28:35; 3 James Tudor 29:13; 4 Tim Pearson 29:42; 5 Carol Hitchcock 31:25; 6 Sean Loader 31:45; 7 Lauren Wapling 39:15; 8 Loie Sharp 27.31 (1/8/1); Juniors (500m/4km/1km) 1 Victor Tessman 17:03; 2 Jeremy Gillen 20:20

2. State Interclub Triathlon, Mandurah WA, 750m swim, 22km bike, 5km run


Male: Mathew Jennings 58.53 Female: Felicity Sheedy-Ryan 57.04

Greg Kahl 1.11.25

Others:

Barry Silverlock 1.03.18

Ashley Manicaros 1.16.40


NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 16 Jan 2010; 6pm; Race 1 Aquathlon Series; Nightcliff Pool; 400m swim, 3km run
MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT John Thyne:

The Darwin Triathlon Club committee wishes all members a very Merry Christmas and happy new year. Enjoy the festive season and come back next year rejuvenated and ready to race. We hope Santa brings you lots of go fast gear and other shiny new things. For those who are continuing to train be safe out there.

SQUAD INFORMATION:

Our members have been able to access quality coaching throughout the year under the guidance of Daryl Stanley and Lee Wilson. Our sincere thanks to both coaches for their efforts and we trust they will enjoy a well earned break over the festive season.

Lee and Daryl have provided the following info on their squad activities covering the Christmas/ New Year period:

Tues/Thursday Nightcliff Swim Squad (Daryl):

1. Nightcliff Swim Squad Xmas Brekkie will be held tomorrow morning. Daryl will set a short (but not slack) swim set which will be followed by breakfast.

2. Thanks to those who have volunteered to bring Cereal (Luke & Robyn); Muesli (Amanda); Yogurt (Belinda B); Fruit (Rob B); Bread (John T); Butter & Jam (Loz); Juice (Belinda B); Tea, coffee, sugar (Nikki & Ian); Milk (Emma); Plates, bowls cups (John T); Knives, forks, spoons (Christine F) Toaster (John T); Kettle (Nikki).

3. Last Nightcliff swim squad for 2009 is Tuesday 22 Dec 09.

4. Recommences Tuesday 4 Jan 2010 6am - 7am

Monday Lake Alexander Swim Squad (Daryl):

1. Last session Monday 21 Dec 09 (5.30 - 6.30pm).

2. Recommences Monday 3 January 2010

Monday Casuarina Wind Trainer (Lee):

1. Last session for 2009 is Monday 21 Dec 09 6pm

2. Recommences Monday 18 January 2010
Wednesday Night Marrara Track (Lee):

1. Last session next Wednesday 23 Dec 09

2. Recommences Wednesday 13 January 2010

Wednesday Water Gardens Speed Endurance Run (Daryl):

1. Last session this evening Wed 16 Dec 09 progressively from 5.15pm.

2. Recommences Wednesday 6 Jan 2010


Friday Marrara Track (Lee):

1. Last session this Friday 18 Dec 09 6am

2. Recommences Friday 8 January 2010

Friday Museum Strength Endurance Run (Daryl):

1. Last session this Friday (18 Dec 09) 6am.

2. Recommences Friday 8 Jan 2010

OTHER NEWS:

1. Hold on to your hats ! The news is in from Alice Springs that Tim Pearson is back in action. Another IM coming up perhaps?

2. And while on Alice Springs, they have a new committee for season 09/10. Dean Nankivell takes the President's chair, Secretary is Loie Sharp, Treasurer Sean Loader. Committee members are Tony Knott, Alison Foster and James Tudor. The future of the club looks bright. A huge vote of thanks was extended to outgoing treasurer Melissa Roberts who has kept the club ticking over for years & handed the books over with the club in a sound financial.

3. Many of you will know cyclist Al Brockman. He has been a keen cyclist for many years and was part of the Darwin Cycling Club for around 5 years. Recently Al was deliberately run down by a motorist in Exmouth WA and he is intensive care and will be for many months.
As per the flyer, Darwin Cycling Club are asking people to buy a raffle ticket to help raise funds for Al and his young family. The prizes are a 26” High Definition LCD TV and a Digital Camera donated by Andrew Barcroft of the Good Guys. The easy to follow instructions for buying a raffle ticket are attached.

If you can help in any way it would be appreciated, Further info contact Andrew 0419 267 702

4. Don't forget the Aeroguard ! The mozzies are ferocious at the moment.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
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Robyn's E News 14 Dec 09

Hi All,

What a soggy, soggy weekend ! But how nice not to be hot & sweaty for a change. Hope you haven't suffered much too much damage. Some have had trees come down, potplants smashed and there are a few ceilings leaking. Lake Alexander is full, as is the Waterfront Lagoon. The wavepool is closed due to the new "pool" which has appeared down there on the walkways. Rapid Creek now Rapid River, and it's still raining!

It's that time of year again when we all head in different directions so Wednesday's E News will be the last until early January (unless there is something really, really exciting or important to tell you). If you have news, items for sale or wanted, or announcements please have them to me by 8pm tomorrow for inclusion.

RESULTS:

1. Canberra Half Ironman, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Aaron Farlow 4.06.12 Female: Carrie Lester 4.31.12

Grant Preddy 13th Open M 5.02.58
Michelle Gailey 8th Open F 5.10.44
Angelika Hannon 9th F45-49 6.39.46

2. Coomealla Triathlon, SA, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Matt White 56.48 Female: Toni Miller 1.03.04

3. Catorade Series Race 2 Elwood, Vic, 500m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Peter Kerr 55.20 Female: Elly Franks 1.04.15

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 16 Jan 2010
Race 1 Aquathlon Series
Nightcliff Pool
400m swim, 3km run

Roster:

Race Director: Kylie Sheffield
Registration: Robyn Stanley/Phil Brownscombe
Timekeeping: Alison Reedy / Simon Cruickshank
Fruit / Ice: Paul Tilbrook

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Women's size 9 Newton stability trainer shoes. Worn twice. Not suited. $220 new, bargain at $95. Contact Robyn 0448 206 121

2. FOR SALE: Polar RS800CX Team Edition including watch, cadence sensor, speed sensor, IRDA adaptor (for the computer), software and all of the attachments and HR strap. Only a few months old and in great condition. New $700, Selling for $300 ono. Contact Bec 0408 878 689

3. FOR SALE: Avanti Team Carbonio; Description - Full Carbon frame; Full Shimano Dura Ace group set and brakes; Specialized Rival saddle; Shimano Dura Ace wheels; Brand new Continental Grand Prix 4000 tyres; Ridden for 6 months only; Two carbon fiber bottle cages. The frame has a 54cm top tube. I am 180cm tall. It is a great bike and priced to sell. The exact same bike is currently advertised on BikeExchange for a reduced price of $5400. Selling for $2500. Contact Adrian 0408 881 745
4. Items for E News by TOMORROW 8pm please

OTHER NEWS:

1. Congratulations to Grant Preddy and Michelle Gailey who were up against the likes of Jason Shortis and Bec Keat in Canberra yesterday. It's a credit to both that they were able to compete at that level, who knows what the future will bring now they have made that momentous first step up.

2. Angelika Hannon was also in action in Canberra yesterday doing her first ever half ironman.

3. Canberra Half is over a tough course and conditions were very hot (and dry)! Spare a thought though for Vincent Gilly who would much rather have been in the field than watching on from the sidelines. Vincent is recovering well from his injuries.

4. Ali Croser has been kicking back in Adelaide following IM WA and is feeling great.

5. No rest for Stu Fitch who has just done 3000kms in three days ... in a car that is !

6. Simon Wiese is going to bring his potplants in a little earlier next non cyclone we have.

7. Kathy & Duncan Poulson's neighbours left a note on their door demanding they stop the beeping noise, especially at night. Their reply "Ah, life in the tropics, ain't it grand. The 'beeping' noise you can hear is called croaking. It comes from frogs." This one made Bushranger in the NT News yesterday.

8. Paul Bell knows when to leave town. He headed off early on Saturday so his memories of Darwin will be hot and muggy.

9. Katherine Multi Sport calendar just released has Ultra Challenge on Sunday of the long weekend - 13 June 2010.

10. Photos from Xmas Splash N Dash are up on Flickr.

11. "Op 20 december staan er 4500 gelukkige hardlopers aan de start van de Bruggenloop Rotterdam." Ron Griep will be one of the 4500 "gelukkige hardlopers" in the Rotterdam Bridge Run (15kms).

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... the windtrainer got a workout over the weekend
... you were dressed and ready to run & had one eye on the BOM radar watching for a break.
... you took the opportunity to do zip, zilch, zero !!



Safe training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Club website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub
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Facebook Group: Darwin Triathlon Club
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Robyn's E News 9 Dec 09

Ready for action - Jac from "Team Fairies" at our Xmas Splash N Dash

Hi All,

Drip, drip, drip ... no not the tap - it's me ! With another 35 degree C day forecast it's toss a coin to decide when to get that ride and run done.... and the winner is: later. It's possible I'll regret that spin.

Christmas shopping time is disappearing fast. Keep our triathlon sponsors in mind when you are making your lists. CycleZone in Cavanagh St, Darwin, K9 Cycles located at Totem Road Coconut Grove and NT Elite Cycles, Shop 6, 130 University Avenue, Durack all have lots of stocking filler goodies as well as huge bike selections. Fitness Works, 69 Progress Drive, Nightcliff are also long time sponsors of our calendar and can offer a range of gifts including vouchers.

NEXT EVENT:.

Saturday 16 Jan 2010
Race 1 Aquathlon Series
Nightcliff Pool
400m swim, 3km run

Roster:

Race Director: Kylie Sheffield
Registration: Robyn Stanley/Phil Brownscombe
Timekeeping: Alison Reedy / Simon Cruickshank
Fruit / Ice: Paul Tilbrook


CLUB TRIATHLETE OF YEAR POINTSCORE:

1. We are midway through our season so I've attached the Triathlete of the Year Pointscore up to Dec. Some age groups are very close, in others there appear to be runaway leaders. My experience is that things change in the new year: members come and go and with more triathlons happening in the second part of the season, there can be, and usually is, huge turnarounds in the pointscore.

2. Please advise any omissions, errors or pointscore queries to darwintriclub@bigpond.com

3. You must be a current member to receive points and no retrospective points are awarded.

4. July is a period of grace, members retain points earned provided they have rejoined by 31 July. If not, those points are deleted.

5. Voluntary race director and (2) rostered timekeepers or their replacements receive 6 points.

6. Pointscore updates are posted regularly to the club website.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Darwin Tri Club – Small women’s Tri suit, never been worn, still has tags, $100 ono. Contact Kelly 0422 050 861

2. FOR SALE: Women's size 9 Newton stability trainer shoes. Worn twice. Not suited. $220 new, bargain at $95. Contact Robyn 0448 206 121

3. FOR SALE: Polar RS800CX Team Edition including watch, cadence sensor, speed sensor, IRDA adaptor (for the computer), software and all of the attachments and HR strap. Only a few months old and in great condition. New $700, Selling for $300 ono. Contact Bec 0408 878 689

4. ROOM TO RENT: Own bathroom, toilet; large room fully furnished and air conditioned. Great house in fantastic location with pool $250 per week + expenses Contact Sue 0402 795 558
5. FOR SALE: Avanti Team Carbonio; Description - Full Carbon frame; Full Shimano Dura Ace group set and brakes; Specialized Rival saddle; Shimano Dura Ace wheels; Brand new Continental Grand Prix 4000 tyres; Ridden for 6 months only; Two carbon fiber bottle cages. The frame has a 54cm top tube. I am 180cm tall. It is a great bike and priced to sell. The exact same bike is currently advertised on BikeExchange for a reduced price of $5400. Selling for $2500. Contact Adrian 0408 881 745

6. Items for E News by Sunday 8pm please

OTHER NEWS:

1. Triathlon focus shifts to the national capital this weekend with the running of the Canberra Half Ironman. Good luck to our members racing there including Grant Preddy, Michelle Gailey and Angelika Hannon.

2. NT News results got creative today with IM WA results I sent in. Patrick Vernay's 8.14.00 has been listed as 8 mins 14 secs ! He is fast but ....

3. Damien Brown & Liz Grylls enjoyed the Singapore Marathon, cruising through in 4.45.32

4. Local runner Hayley Barber took 3rd in the Singapore Half Marathon in 1.30.39

5. Date claimer: Norfolk Island International Triathlon 17/18 April 2010. Tour info at www.fit4travel.com.au

6. Also at the same website you will find details of 3/9 Sept 2010 Cook Islands Round Rarotonga Road Race - a week of running events in an idyllic location.

7. Winner of the $50 NT Elite Cycles voucher at the junior splash n dash was Patrick Chin. Congratulations to Patrick and thanks again to NT Elite Cycles at Palmerston for providing this lucky draw at each of the junior events.

8. A timely warning to lock your bikes away securely. Nick Coutts had his Cervelo P3C stolen out of the back shed at the place he lives in at Rapid Creek. Nick would appreciate if everyone could keep an eye out for it as they are riding around.

9. More and more travelling triathletes are being hit with excess baggage charges when flying with a bike. Those who then get jammed into a seat beside someone who "overflows", wish it were the combined weight of passenger and luggage with counted.

10. Racing away over Dec/Jan? It will help E News production if I know who I'm looking for in results. Don't be shy !


YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... you are anxiously watching for entries to open for an event that is still a year away
... you feel cheated when moisture gets into your Gatorade powder & the container is only half empty
... you are watching the current airline sales with interest to see if offers coincide with race dates


Train safe,
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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 7 Dec 09

Hi All,

The Christmas Splash N Dash was a real buzz with plenty of Santa hats, reindeer ears and tinsel on display. We had some creative interpretations of the beach run, a few tight squeezes in the swim and a dog loose amongst the runners but it all combined to make for a fantastic evening of fun on the foreshore.

A huge thank you to Race Director Rob Weatherald who ensured things ran smoothly. Thanks also to Kylie who watched over the junior event. As predicted the traditional junior/senior relay was a blast and left the adults gasping for air. Those youngsters really give their all and inspired the adults to better things. A few of the parents were surprised by the run speed of the kids !

Thanks to all those who assisted to make our final event for 2009 such a success.

RESULTS:

1. Splash N Dash, Nightcliff Pool, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run

1 Kyle Gear 17 mins 04 secs; 2 Grant Preddy 17.47; 3 Ian Norton 18.54; 4 Mick Outhred 18.55; 5 Team Fairies Heath Porter/Jac Crofton 19.40; 6 John Thyne 19.54; 7 Duncan Thompson 20.01; 8 Brian Gallagher 20.21; 9 Pete Brady 20.41; 10 Chad Anderson 20.55; 11 Jack Forrest 20.58; 12 Blue Watt 21.02; 13 Team Matt Brearley/Belinda Rowley 21.07; 14 Hollie Goodall 21.09; 15 James Geddes 21.15; 16 Emma Winterflood 21.18; 17 Paul Tilbrook 22.06; 18 Ben Brady 22.26; 19 Julie Edge 22.42; 20 Paul Sheffield 23.09; 21 Phil Blumberg 23.18; 22 Luke Hanson 23.21; 23 Paul Bell 23.38; 24 Nelson Rossingh 23.42; 25 Belinda Birk 23.45; 26 Rowan Barrow 23.57; 27 Nic French 24.06; 28 Kelly Rowe 24.12; 29 Ryoko Jones 24.13; 30 Justin Tranter 24.22; 31 Daryl Stanley 24.35; 32 Monica Stewart 24.58; 33 Barry Sullivan 24.58; 34 Bronwyn Rossingh 26.01; 35 Robyn Stanley 26.07; 36 Peta Jeggo 26.07; 37 Janet Buncle 26.17; 38 Robyn Orchard 26.31; 39 Team Charlie Birk/Patrick Chin/Will Birk 26.49; 40 Karen Lewis 26.58; 41 Martyna Hluchnik 26.58; 42 Graeme Parson 27.19; 43 Emma Power 27.24; 44 Bernice Pearsall 28.00; 45 Col Smith 29.08; 46 Rose Stephens 29.15; 47 Asha Mahasuria 29.15; 48 Team Rose Stephens/Peter Stephens 29.23; 49 Lisa Quinell dnf

2. Ironman Western Australia, Busselton, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Patrick Vernay 8.14.00 Female: Gina Crawford 9.16.53

Stu Fitch 1st M55-59 10.29.08
Ali Croser 3rd F40-44 10.48.49
Kathy McKay 30th F35-39 12.50.40
Matt Yates 184th M35-39 14.30.33
Ali Fitch dns

Other:

Gavin Nugent 49th M45-49 12.30.43
Cameron James 175th M35-39 13.48.44
Rod Gregg 166th M40-44 15.15.46
Jenny Kirkby 41st F35-39 14.18.49

3. Laguna Phuket Triathlon, Thailand, 1.8km swim, 55km ride, 12km run

Male: Jan Frodeno 2.24.56 Female: Radka Vodickova 2.46.15

Shaye Hatty 4th F35-39 3.20.21
Phill Hatty 36th M40-44 3.21.45

4. Phuket Splash N Dash, various

Boys 8-10: Jack Hatty 6th 8.28; Girls 11-12: Isabella Hatty 1st 11.27; Boys 13-14: Lachlan Hatty 3rd 18.05

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 16 Jan 2010
Race 1 Aquathlon Series
Nightcliff Pool
400m swim, 3km run

Roster:

Race Director: Kylie Sheffield
Registration: Robyn Stanley/Phil Brownscombe
Timekeeping: Alison Reedy / Simon Cruickshank
Fruit / Ice: Paul Tilbrook


FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Polar RS800CX Team Edition including watch, cadence sensor, speed sensor, IRDA adaptor (for the computer), software and all of the attachments and HR strap. Only a few months old and in great condition. New $700, Selling for $300 ono. Contact Bec 0408 878 689

2. FOR SALE: New men's Oakley sunglasses; Monster pup; unwanted prize; $75 Good stocking filler. Contact Robyn: 8985 6883

3. ROOM TO RENT: Own bathroom, toilet; large room fully furnished and air conditioned. Great house in fantastic location with pool $250 per week + expenses Contact Sue 0402 795 558
4. FOR SALE: Avanti Team Carbonio; Description - Full Carbon frame; Full Shimano Dura Ace group set and brakes; Specialized Rival saddle; Shimano Dura Ace wheels; Brand new Continental Grand Prix 4000 tyres; Ridden for 6 months only; Two carbon fiber bottle cages. The frame has a 54cm top tube. I am 180cm tall. It is a great bike and priced to sell. The exact same bike is currently advertised on BikeExchange for a reduced price of $5400. Selling for $2500. Contact Adrian 0408 881 745

5. FOR SALE: Felt T23 50 cm road/triathlon bike. Only 300km on clock, under 5 mths old, for sale due to injury; full Shimano Ultregra group set, carbon forks & rear stay; Profile Design triathlon bars included. Contact Adrian 0408 881 745

6. Items for E News by tomorrow 8pm please

OTHER NEWS:

1. Simon Cruickshank and Hans Bormann are the latest to part company with their bikes. Both are sporting road pizza on various parts of their anatomy. Our best wishes for a speedy recovery. Bring on the pawpaw ointment !

2. Congratulations to Cath and Dean Preddy on the arrival of son, Sam. Mother and baby doing well.
3. More farewells happening - Julie Edge, Leila Duncan, Sam Lloyd, Belinda Smith and Kelly Rowe all depart Darwin soon for various down south destinations.

4. Alice Springs Triathlon Club is in a rebuilding phase and there is lots happening down there including some very interesting event formats. If you are ever down in Alice you are very welcome to participate in their events. Likewise those from Alice receive a warm welcome here at our Darwin events.

5. Take a look at president John Thyne's time/placing from Saturday. Thinking we have a candidate for most improved !

6. Ali Croser came agonisingly close to grabbing 2nd in her age group at Busso, running the last 10km neck n neck. Awesome effort.

7. Congratulations to Kathy McKay - you are an Ironman !

8. Rod Gregg of Katherine now has 10 ironman finishes to his credit. Matt Yates from Alice Springs is also an Ironman. Does anyone know our mystery Nightcliff ironman Cameron James???

9. Stu Fitch qualified for Hawaii 2010 with his age group first. Congratulations Stu.

10. The Triathlon Australia Challenge Series is attracting a lot of interest. The Geelong event and Adelaide look like being popular with Darwinites.
More details at www.triathlon.org.au

11. Our thanks to Schneider Electric and NT Elite Cycles who are supporting our junior program this season. The junior events resume on 7 February 2010 with an aquathlon at the Waterfront Lagoon.


YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ....

... you are comfy in lycra
... your holiday destinations coincide with triathlon events
... you are planning a waterbottle cull

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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 2 Dec 09

Hi All,

Our much loved, traditional Xmas Splash N Dash takes place this Saturday afternoon at Nightcliff Pool, The 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run format is very character building but also a real buzz !

The juniors also have their traditional Xmas formats taking place. We are expecting a great turnout of youngsters, who will all be in the running to win this week's NT Elite Cycles voucher.

Then watch out ... the adults and juniors are matched up and the annual team event takes place. The competition is awesome and not to be missed.

Sound like organised chaos? You bet, but our Race Director Robbie Weatherald is a master at this one and he will have it ticking over nicely again this year. See you there!

RESULTS:

1. Alice Springs Sprint Series, Town Pool, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

1 Ben Streeter 1.08.01; 2 Craig King 1.09.20; 3 Matt Yates 1.10.27; 4 Dean Nankivell 1.11.05; 5 Mick K 1.12.33; 6 Tony Knott 1.12.56; 7 Mitch Scott 1.13.59; 8 Carol Bartee 1.14.06; 9 James Tudor 1.17.04; 10 Dave Busuttil 1.17.31; 11 Tom Gilfedder 1.18.39; 12 Kathy Moylan 1.19.13; 13 Rob Manning 1.25.43; 14 Carol Hitchcock 1.25.49; 15 Loie Sharp 1.26.29; 16 Kelly S 1.26.47; 17 Alison Foster 1.32.03

NEXT EVENT:

Combined Junior / Senior Xmas Splash N Dash

Saturday 5 Dec 09 (date change from that shown on printed calendar due to prior booking at pool)
Nightcliff Pool
6pm start (Registration closes 5.45pm)

Christmas Splash N Dash
Seniors: 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run
Juniors: Various

Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Asha Mahasuria / Karen Lewis
Timekeepers: Jack Pennington / Bertram Birk for Emma Liveris
Fruit / Ice: Bronwyn Rossingh

Note:

1. Pool entry for competitors and spectators during the booked time (from 5.30) is free. If you or your family wish to warm up or swim prior to that time pool entry must be paid.

2. Christmas theme a must. We want to see lots of reindeer ears, Santa beards, jingle bells and tinsel out there on the run !

3. Torso's must be covered during run.

4. Once the junior and senior events take place the traditional team event (one junior, one senior) will take place. Trust me .... it's the toughest event you will do all year !

5. This is our final event for 2009 and a great opportunity to offer season's greetings to your fellow club members before they start disbursing to four corners of the globe.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. ROOM TO RENT: Own bathroom, toilet; large room fully furnished and air conditioned. Great house in fantastic location with pool $250 per week + expenses Contact Sue 0402 795 558

2. BIKE FOR SALE: Avanti Team Carbonio; Description - Full Carbon frame; Full Shimano Dura Ace group set and brakes; Specialized Rival saddle; Shimano Dura Ace wheels; Brand new Continental Grand Prix 4000 tyres; Ridden for 6 months only; Two carbon fiber bottle cages. The frame has a 54cm top tube. I am 180cm tall. It is a great bike and priced to sell. The exact same bike is currently advertised on BikeExchange for a reduced price of $5400. Selling for $2500. Contact Adrian 0408 881 745

3. BIKE FOR SALE: Felt T23 50 cm road/triathlon bike. Only 300km on clock, under 5mths old, for sale due to injury; full Shimano Ultregra group set, carbon forks & rear stay; Profile Design triathlon bars included. Contact Adrian 0408 881 745

4. CLUB UNIFORM STOCKS are dwindling down to unisex tri pants 1 x S; 1 x L ($80) and unisex tri tops 1 each S.M.L ($88); Men's bathers 1 x S ($24); Ladies 1 Piece M ($55) Email darwintriclub@bigpond.com

5. MTB FOR SALE: Avant Ventura MTB. Medium. In good order. Needs new rear tyre. $200 Contact Clyde 0439 019 465

6. Items for E News by 8pm Sunday please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Teams at the Alice Springs Tri Club's inaugural Sprint Series event were stacked. David Johnson's bike split set the standards, Jade Pass & Jess Fuller swam the socks of everyone else and Tim Fitzpatrick blitzed the run. Junior Mitch Scott came in at 7th overall in the individual event. Great to see Loie Sharp & Rob Manning flying the flag for the vets.

2. News in that pro triathletes Bec Keat and our own Ali Fitch have had to pull the plug on IM WA this weekend.

3. Matt Yates from Alice Springs is doing his first Ironman at IM WA. Good luck to Matt ... make a note to add him to those on your athlete tracker list !

4. Nic Hahn has checked in from Sri Lanka recently where she is currently working. Compared to her life in Swaziland, she is finding it very civilised. Steve Denton is still in Bantam, Indonesia and vowing to get back into tri next year. Rowie Eastick is Thailand based and manages to get around to a lot of the Asian triathlons and multisport events. Jerome Bosmans should get cracking with a training program as we expect him to visit and turn up at a race around mid year.

5. Paul Bell is confirmed on start list for Roth next year.

6. ITU World Champion Alistair Brownlee has put his killer run ability on display again & gained selection for the U23 UK team for the European Cross Country Championships coming up in Dublin 13/12/09.

7. For selection event details for 2010 ITU World Championship events (SD, OD & LD) refer www.triathlon.org.au

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you get all excited on hearing of a triathlon taking place somewhere you always wanted to visit
... you are looking forward to a rest week between Christmas and New Year (and take it)
... you realise more is not necessarily better

See you Saturday,
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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 30 Nov 09

Fannie Bay Christmas Bash

Hi All,

It was a busy weekend for triathletes and we are finding that checking the BOM is now a must before heading out (for training or social reasons).

Our Christmas function at Lake Alexander on Saturday was well attended and thoroughly enjoyed. The late arvo black clouds gave some cause for concern but the storm rattled through and cleared in plenty of time. The sunset over Fannie Bay provided a spectacular backdrop and it was great to kick back and relax in such a beautiful location. Thanks to Kylie Sheffield, Nerida Godfrey and Jane Marie Kerslake for their efforts in organising the catering - the cheesecake & ice-cream was voted 10/10 by adults and kids alike.

The juniors had an aquathlon at the Ski Club yesterday morning. I love watching the kids, they are so enthusiastic ! NT Elite Cycles (Shop 6, 130 University Ave, Durack) are proud sponsors of the junior 09/10 series. Winner of the $50 NT Elite Cycles voucher lucky draw yesterday was Jake Van Dam. Thanks to all the wonderful volunteers at this event.

RESULTS:

1. Ironman Cozumel, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Rutger Beke 8.18.40 Female: Yvonne Van Vlerken 9.06.58

NEXT EVENT:

Combined Junior / Senior

Saturday 5 Dec 09 (date change from that shown on printed calendar due to prior booking at pool)
Nightcliff Pool
6pm start (Registration closes 5.45pm)
Christmas Splash N Dash
Seniors: 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run
Juniors: Various

Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Asha Mahasuria / Karen Lewis
Timekeepers: Jack Pennington / Emma Liveris
Fruit / Ice: Bronwyn Rossingh

Note:

1. Torso's must be covered during run.

2. Christmas theme a must. We want to see lots of reindeer ears, Santa beards, jingle bells and tinsel out there on the run !

3. Once the junior and senior events take place the traditional team event (one junior, one senior) will take place. Trust me .... it's the toughest event you will do all year !

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:


1. FOR SALE CLUB GEAR: These are the last of the club uniforms and I'd love to clear before Christmas - Unisex Scody tri pants ($80) 1 x S 1 x M 1 x L; Unisex Scody tri tops ($88) 1 x S, 1 x M, 1 x L; Orca men's bathers ($34) 1 x S; Orca Ladies One piece bathers ($55) 1 x M (12).
There are also 2 x Size 12 Ladies 1 piece Scody togs and 1 x Small Ladies 2 piece to clear from previous order. Make a reasonable offer. First in with dollars can have. Contact Robyn: darwintriclub@bigpond.com

2. FOR SALE: Cannondale 56cm caad 4 R800 colour is sky blue with campagnolo record 10 speed groupset. Bike comes with 2 sets of wheels campag nucleon with record cassette and mavic ksyrum with chorus cassette price $1700 ono call Todd 0408 279 116

3. WANTED: Road bike in good condition to suit guy 5'11". Up to $2k. Contact Luke 0402 465 550 or luke.collopy@bigpond.com

4. FOR SALE: Club running visors ($8); Junior Girls swimmers in sizes 6,8,and 10 ($28); Boys swimmers in sizes 6,8,10,12,14 plus 1 size men's (about a boys 16) ($28). Contact Jodie 0417 829 619

5. Items for e news or requests for re runs, by 8pm tomorrow please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. A club t shirt is in the pipeline. Watch for more details in the New Year.

2. Ali Croser is counting her lucky stars after being clipped by a car rear view mirror early on Saturday morning. Ali was stopped on Dick Ward Drive and adjusting her light at the time. Scary stuff and being only a week out from IM WA not good timing for her. Our speedy recovery wishes to Ali.

3. Good luck to all our members doing Ironman Western Australia on Saturday. As well as Ali Croser, Ali Fitch, Stu Fitch, and Kathy McKay will be among the huge competitor field. Heath Porter unfortunately had to withdraw recently due to injury.

4. After watching them in action at the junior event yesterday Lachie, Bella and Jack Hatty look to be in good form for the junior splash n dash in Phuket this weekend.

5. Good luck to Shaye and Phill Hatty who are competing in the Laguna Phuket Triathlon.

6. Mooloolaba has sold out. A wait list is now open.

7. Erica Reeve and Aaron Buncle are moving from Canberra to the Solomon Islands early next year. Erica will be taking up a position as Maternal and Child Health Nutritionist with the Solomon Islands Health Ministry.

8. The stork appears to have been delayed (again). Our mums to be are getting impatient.

9. It's that time of year when we farewell some of our members who are moving on. Paul Bell has issued an invitation to the Ski Club this Friday 4 Dec 09 6pm until ??? for farewell drinks. Paul Bell and Amanda Donohoe will be there. Both are heading down south soon.

10. Bali International Triathlon date 20 June 2010.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... nobody believes you when you say "never again" OR "I've retired".
... your car has at least one water bottle on the floor
... you have at least one "go faster" item on your Christmas wish list

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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 25 Nov 09

Hi All,

It has been great to see so many of you coming down and "tri - ing" our events. I'd like to encourage those of you who have not yet taken out membership of Darwin Triathlon Club to do so.

If you are living in Katherine or Gove, you are also very, very welcome to join our club. We even have a member who tri's from Groote Eylandt.

Joining up is a simple process these days as it can be done online so why not sign up now at https://www.securedvirtualnet.com/Sma/Triath/ . Once you load the page you will see on the right hand side - select New Membership or Renew Membership. Easy !

Club membership is great value for money and joining up is often the trigger you need to come down and participate more often in our events. It's also a big motivator when you start making those "get fit" type New Year resolutions. We have a shed load of events happening on our calendar, as well as numerous training and social activities.

When you join, how about signing up your friend or partner as an Christmas present ... now there's an idea ! Senior individual membership only $110 and as well as club fees, includes Triathlon Australia m'ship and 24/7 insurance cover for training and racing. Please note that our student membership category is for full time uni students only

COMING UP:

1. Christmas Function, Lake Alexander, From 5.30pm Saturday 28 Nov 09. It's a family-friendly Christmas bash. Please come along to the beachside playground and BBQ area at East Point Reserve (just on from the toilet block) for some pizza, drinks, desert and great company. RSVP to trikylie@aapt.net.au by COB today would be appreciated for catering. All DTC members and their families welcome. Wearing of Santa Clause suits, tinsel and other Christmas-type attire is strongly encouraged! Hope to see you there. Don't forget to RSVP for catering purposes.

2. Junior Aquathlon, Ski Club, 8am start, Sunday 29 Nov 09

NEXT EVENT ROSTER:

Saturday 5 Dec 09
Nightcliff Pool
Christmas Splash N Dash
1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run

Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Asha Mahasuria / Karen Lewis
Timekeepers: Jack Pennington / Emma Liveris
Fruit / Ice: Bronwyn Rossingh

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Cannondale 56cm caad 4 R800 colour is sky blue with campagnolo record 10 speed groupset. Bike comes with 2 sets of wheels canpag nucleon with record cassette and mavic ksyrum with chorus cassette price $1700 ono call Todd 0408 279 116

2. WANTED: Road bike in good condition to suit guy 5'11". Up to $2k. Contact Luke 0402 465 550 or luke.collopy@bigpond.com

3. FOR SALE: Club running visors ($8); Junior Girls swimmers in sizes 6,8,and 10 ($28); Boys swimmers in sizes 6,8,10,12,14 plus 1 size mens (about a boys 16) ($28). Contact Jodie 0417 829 619

4. Items for e news or requests for re runs, by 8pm Sunday please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. The closing date for entry to the Crowne Plaza Canberra City Half Ironman has been extended to November 29th, with late entry through to December 3rd if entry does not fill in the meantime. Last Friday, Triathlon Australia requested to use the event as a qualifying event to the Australian Team to the 2010 ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships – next July in Immenstadt, Germany.
This will be the first time this race has been a qualifying event for a world champs team, even though the current course is based entirely on the first ever Long Distance World Championships in Australia, held back in 2006. (For further information on the qualifying procedures see www.triathlon.org.au).

2. The Flickr page is almost 2 years old and now boasts nearly 4,000 images. Would you believe the views are approaching 33,000 !!!

3. Feedback required please. I'm wondering if you all see tri items appearing from time to time in the NT News?? Would you like me to scan and add to the E News?

4. If you are travelling and need a race belt, please contact me as I have some Scody racebelts still available for members.

5. Rowie Eastick has a ton of fun racing in various formats all around Asia. She did an Adventure Race last weekend which was part of the Thailand Amazing Adventure series. These are challenging races - consisting of MTB, X-country running, kayak and swimming - you have to race in pairs (and stay within 100m of each other), and you do not know the order of the legs, or the distance each one is. There are 2 categories; Adventure (Easy) and Extreme (not so easy!), so you are told, for example, that the total distance of the bike for the Adv may be 50km, and for the Extreme may be 70km; but there could be 1, 2 or 3 legs, so when u start at your transition, you don't know how far you're going, or what the next leg will be, or even if its the last leg! You generally don't know you're close to the finish until you see the finish flag! Interesting exercise in pacing, nutrition, fluid rationing, and mental flexibilty! And sometimes, you have obstacles like cargo nets, swimming with car tube etc! Very well run series, with usually about 100 teams competing (across all categories). The one Rowie did on wkend was just outside of Bangkok, and she and her team mate came 1st in the Adv Category Women's (easy!)


See you all on Saturday in your Christmas finery,
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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 23 Nov 09

Hi All,

Friday night's Splash N Dash at the lake attracted a large crowd of competitors and spectators. We all appreciated Kyle Gear's efforts as race director to bring us such an exciting evening of racing. Thanks to Kyle also to the many volunteers who assisted during the event, we couldn't do it without your help.

Our Christmas function is on this Saturday evening. We need you to RSVP for catering arrangements so please get that done today. See attached for more details.


RESULTS:

1. Splash N Dash, Lake Alexander - 300m swim, 2km run, 300m swim, 2km run, 300m swim, 2km run

1 Kyle Gear 38 mins 59 secs; 2 Grant Preddy 39.07; 3 Rob Weatherald 42.33; 4 Michelle Gailey 43.42; 5 Ian Norton 44.11; 6 Blue Watt 44.53; 7 John Thyne 45.42; 8 Mark Anzin 45.46; 9 Luke Collopy 45.54; 10 Ian Pollock 45.59; 11 Pete Brady 46.06; 12 Heath Horobin 46.09; 13 Brian Gallagher 46.56; 14 Jack Forrest 47.30; 15 Leila Duncan 47.46; 16 Tim Lewis 47.56; 17 Ben Brady 48.03; 18 Shaye Hatty 49.03; 19 Lisa Quinell 49.09; 20 Mick Outhred 49.35; 21 Nikki Roddie 49.35; 22 David Croser 49.41; 23 Hollie Goodall 50.07; 24 Tim Green 50.17; 25 Phil Brownscombe 50.40; 26 Scott Bevis 51.09; 27 Ron Griep 51.10; 28 Phil Blumberg 51.29; 29 Kelly Rowe 51.44; 30 Ben King 51.52; 32 Belinda Birk 51.57; 33 Jac Crofton 52.05; 34 Phill Hatty 52.29; 35 Russell Peacock 52.39; 36 Rowan Barrow 53.06; 37 Monica Stewart 53.22; 38 Tom Keeler 53.26; 39 Luke Hanson 54.40; 40 Team Jodie McLeod/Jane De Gault 55.33; 41 Team Lachie Hatty/Bella Hatty/Charlie Birk 55.45; 42 Nelson Rossingh 55.49; 43 Team Bill Piper/ Patrick Chin/Connor McLeod 55.49; 44 Ryoko Jones 57.20; 45 Peta Jeggo 57.45; 48 Robyn Stanley 58.16; 49 Simon Jeggo 58.23; 50 James Lugg 59.07; 51 Karen Lewis 59.15; 52 Justin Tranter 59.42; 53 Christine Friebel 1.01.27; 54 Asha Mahasuria 1.02.07; 55 Shannon McRae 1.02.11; 56 Brooke Bond 1.02.11; 57 Barry Sullivan 1.02.48; 58 Martyna Hluchink 1.03.37; 59 Kristin Porter 1.06.27; 60 Bronwyn Rossingh dnf

2. Ironman Arizona, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Jordan Rapp 8.13.35 Female: Samantha McClone 9.09.19

COMING UP:

1. Christmas Function, Lake Alexander, From 5.30pm Saturday 28 Nov 09. See attached - RSVP required for catering.

2. Junior Aquathlon, Ski Club, 8am start, Sunday 29 Nov 09

NEXT EVENT ROSTER:

Saturday 5 Dec 09
Nightcliff Pool
Christmas Splash N Dash
1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run

Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Asha Mahasuria / Karen Lewis
Timekeepers: Jack Pennington / Emma Liveris
Fruit / Ice: Bronwyn Rossingh

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Cannondale 56cm caad 4 R800 colour is sky blue with campagnolo record 10 speed groupset. Bike comes with 2 sets of wheels canpag nucleon with record cassette and mavic ksyrum with chorus cassette price $1700 ono call Todd 0408 279 116

2. WANTED: Road bike in good condition to suit guy 5'11". Up to $2k. Contact Luke 0402 465 550 or luke.collopy@bigpond.com

3. Items for e news or requests for re runs, by tomorrow 9pm please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Mooloolaba Triathlon is almost fully subscribed.

2. Jerome Bosman's sends a big hello to all his tri club friends. He is finally having some down time after working 12-13 hrs a day for forever (guess we can take his word on that!)

3. There was a bit of unintentional biff happening as competitors rounded Geoffrey the croc on Friday evening. Poor Jodie McLeod copped a hefty right hook which cut her eye and left her pretty shaken.

4. We wish Vincent Gilly a speedy recovery from injuries received in a bike crash last week. Vincent t-boned a car which had run a red light. Broken ribs and other injuries mean Canberra Half won't be happening for him unfortunately.

5. Ali Fitch is sporting a new go faster haircut for IM WA.

6. Looking for an exotic location for a triathlon adventure? Event date has been announced for the inaugural India Triathlon Goa - 14 February 2010

7. Don't forget the date change for our Christmas Splash n Dash at Nightcliff Pool. The traditional combined event with the juniors has been moved to Saturday 5 Dec 09 due to a pre booking at the pool.

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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 18 Nov 09

Hi All,

Ready for Friday evening's Splash N Dash? It's going to be a real challenge for some of us (as in me) to get through the 300/2 x 3 format, so please don't eat all the watermelon before I finish.

I hear some teaming up is also happening and it will be interesting to see those combinations. Will teams have just one swimmer and one runner or will they go with the 3 person approach and each do 300/2 ??

There is plenty of scope to form teams on the day at rego so come on down if you are still to match up and we will assist. The other option is to just complete as much as you can on your own.

So no excuses, we look forward to seeing you all down at the Lake !

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 20 Nov 09
Lake Alexander
Splash N Dash
6pm

300m swim, 2km run x 3

Roster:

Race Director: Kyle Gear 0437 814 892
Registration: Leila Duncan / Cathy Preddy
Timekeepers: Jane Marie Kerslake / Roger Decurtins
Fruit / Ice: tbc

Note:

1. Torsos must be covered during run leg of event (ie guys need to wear a top)

2. If you are able to assist on Friday, please give Kyle a ring. Or put your hand up at the Lake on Friday.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Scody Club TRI TOPS & TRI PANTS: Unisex sizing: 1 x Top S, 1 x Top M & 1 x Top L $88; Tri Pants M (Waist 82-87, Hip 99-104) $80; Contact Robyn darwintriclub@bigpond.com


2. FOR SALE: Orca club bathers - 1 x L Mens Jammers $55; 1 x S Mens Bathers $34; 1 x M (12) Ladies One Piece $55. Contact Robyn darwintriclub@bigpond.com

3. ROOM TO RENT: Room to Rent in Parap; Own bathroom, toilet, house fully furnished with pool. $280 per week + expenses. Must love dogs,
Contact Sue 0402 795 558

4. FOR SALE: Club running caps ($13; Junior Girls swimmers in sizes 6,8,10 and 12 ($28); Boys swimmers in sizes 6,8,10,12,14 plus 1 size mens (about a boys 16) ($28). Contact Jodie 0417 829 619

5. FOR SALE: Bike GIANT TCR Aero2 Grey, road bike size 46.5cm (small) suit around 165cm height; Shimano rims, Shimano 105 running gear, aerobars. computer, good condition. $600 Contact Phill 0418 669 964

6. FOR SALE: Bike Avanti Monza - Blue. 51cm good condition Bargain $150.. good intro tri bike; Contact Phill 0418 669 964

7. Polaris Bike box, brand new (new price $750) Sell for $600. Contact Phill 0418 669 964

8. Items or requests for advt re runs for next E News by 8pm Sunday please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Reminder of date change for our Christmas Splash N Dash from Friday 4 Dec to Saturday 5 Dec at Nightcliff Pool. Date change due to another booking at venue. This is our very popular combined Junior / Senior format and our final event for 2009.

2. I hope you have RSVP'd for our members family-friendly Christmas bash on Saturday 28 November from 5.30 pm. Venue is the beachside playground and BBQ area at East Point Reserve (just on from the toilet block) for some pizza, drinks, desert and great company. RSVP to trikylie@aapt.net.au would be appreciated for catering. All DTC members and their families welcome. Wearing of Santa Clause suits, tinsel and other Christmas-type attire is strongly encouraged!

3. Here's one that's probably not for the clean freaks ... Mens Health is conducting an Urbanathon in Singapore on 31 Jan 2010. It's a 12.5km run with a difference. Runners will jump road barricades, scale a wall, jump into a river, conquer flights of steps and slosh through mud pits to reach the finish line. To sign up go to www.menshealth.com.sg

4. I can hear the wheels turning from here ... how/where/when can we do that in Darwin ?

5. Did you get your response in to the TA survey? Please copy and paste this link into your internet browser http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/survey-intro.zgi?p=WEB229RW473W5U to complete.

6. Voting closes for the Sports Performer Awards at 5pm (EST), November 20, 2009 Did you get your vote in for Ironman Craig Alexander ? You still have time to vote for our dual Hawaii Ironman champion at http://www.performerawards.com.au/ Voting also gives you a chance to win $5000. Winners are to be announced next Wednesday.

7. We are almost out of club items. If you are wanting anything for a stocking filler best to grab it now (see For Sale/ Wanted).

8. I've been a bit slow getting photos up on Flickr from the Wave Pool event. Look for them later today.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... the first thing you put in your suitcase before going on a work related interstate trip is your running and swimming gear, hoping you might fit in a couple of hours in the hotel gym or pool or in the local park/oval.
... you can down a cold can of anything wet in 10 secs flat
... you're always wet .... sweat, pool, lake, sea water, shower, bath, or rain

See at Splash N Dash on Friday,
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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 16 Nov 09

Hi All,

Our junior club members were in action down at Palmerston yesterday and, along with some exciting racing, they were involved in some more interesting skill training activities. Our thanks to the junior committee, junior coaches and the many volunteers for continuing to ensure the success of the junior events.


RESULTS:

1. Clearwater 70.3 World Championships, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Michael Raelert 3.34.04 Female: Julie dibbens 3.59.33

2. Shepparton Half Ironman, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Jimmy Johnson 3.51.46 Female: Bec Keat 4.19.37

James Geddes 63rd M40-44 5.36.11

Others:

Charlotte McShane 3rd Open F 4.24.34
Dave Trudgian 3rd M50-54 4.49.56
Kylie Lucas 3rd F35-39 5.08.07


NEXT EVENT:

Friday 20 Nov 09
Lake Alexander
Splash N Dash
6pm

300m swim, 2km run x 3

Roster:

Race Director: Kyle Gear 0437 814 892
Registration: Lauren Stephenson / Cathy Preddy
Timekeepers: Jane Marie Kerslake / Roger Decurtins
Fruit / Ice: Lauren Stephenson

TRIATHLON AUSTRALIA SURVEY:

Do you want improvements made to your membership?
These days, everyone is after more bang for their buck, more relevant services and more exclusive offers. This is your chance to have your say. LetTA know what they need to do to improve their current membership program.

Triathlon Australia was recently involved in a review facilitated by the Australian Sports Commission. The next stage of this review requires the ASC to survey members to gauge views on: current membership packages offered, event interest, your engagement levels, and motivations for your participation.

Please copy and paste this link into your internet browser http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/survey-intro.zgi?p=WEB229RW473W5U to complete the survey.

Please make the effort to have your say and return it by Thursday, November 19th if possible. Your feedback is a crucial step in TA improving its services and providing better value for money. Remember, if they don't hear from you they can only presume you're totally satisfied!

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. Items for E News by 8pm tomorrow please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Craig Walton - AIS Coach of the Year

2. Emma Moffat - AIS Athlete of the Year jointly with Brenton Rickard (swimming)

3. Retiring TA president Ken Bonham was awarded Triathlon Australia Life Membership as was retiring director Brian Hinton. Both men have (and will continue to have) a huge involvement in the development of the sport in Australia over many, many years.

4. New Triathlon Australia president is Peter Hedge.

5. World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) and Laguna Resorts & Hotels have announced the inaugural Ironman 70.3 Asia-Pacific Championship to be held on Dec. 5, 2010. The race, set at Laguna Phuket Resort in Phuket, Thailand, will be the culmination of WTC's new Asia-Pacific Ironman 70.3 Event Series. The Laguna Phuket Resort is expected to be the permanent home of this Championship.

6. Get well soon wishes to Kylie Sheffield our junior coordinator who is currently battling the flu.

7. Triathlon NT president Dave McLeod attended the Triathlon Australia AGM and Conference in Sydney over the weekend. This also gave Dave further opportunity to network with other president's and he is now better armed to assist the growth of triathlon Territory wide. I'm sure you will see our club president John Thyne and Dave with their heads together soon. The future is bright !

8. On the future of triathlon, I encourage you all to make the time to complete the Triathlon Australia survey (copy link: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/survey-intro.zgi?p=WEB229RW473W5U ) today (now if possible) and have your voice heard in the development of our sport.

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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 11 Nov 09

The run definitely goes that way !!

Hi All,

It's Remembrance Day today and I'm sure many of us will reflect on this come 11am and not able to get to the cenotaph.

NEXT EVENTS:

JUNIORS - Triathlon, Palmerston Pool. 8am Sunday 15 November 09. Further information: Kylie 0414 494 853

SENIORS -

Friday 20 Nov 09
Lake Alexander
Splash N Dash
6pm

300m swim, 2km run x 3

Roster:

Race Director: Kyle Gear 0437 814 892
Registration: Lauren Stephenson / Cathy Preddy
Timekeepers: Jane Marie Kerslake / Roger Decurtins
Fruit / Ice: Lauren Stephenson

REMINDERS:

1. EVENT DATE CHANGE: Xmas Splash N Dash at Nightcliff Pool - Now Saturday 5 December 2009 6pm start

TRIATHLON NT UPDATE:

1. A copy of Triathlon NT Policy Statement on Funding Assistance for 2009/2010 is attached.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. ROOM TO RENT: Room to Rent in Parap; Own bathroom, toilet, house fully furnished with pool. $280 per week + expenses. Must love dogs,
Contact Sue 0402 795 558

2. FOR SALE: Club running caps ($13); visors ($8); Junior Girls swimmers in sizes 6,8,10 and 12 ($28); Boys swimmers in sizes 6,8,10,12,14 plus 1 size mens (about a boys 16) ($28). Contact Jodie 0417 829 619

3. FOR SALE: Bike GIANT TCR Aero2 Grey, road bike size 46.5cm (small) suit around 165cm height; Shimano rims, Shimano 105 running gear, aerobars. computer, good condition. $600 Contact Phill 0418 669 964

4. FOR SALE: Bike Avanti Monza - Blue. 51cm good condition Bargain $150.. good intro tri bike; Contact Phill 0418 669 964

5. Polaris Bike box, brand new (new price $750) Sell for $600. Contact Phill 0418 669 964

6. Items or requests for advt re runs for next E News by 8pm Sunday please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Rod Gregg will be lining up for his 10th Ironman at IM WA in a few weeks. It's taken him awhile to get around to doing this milestone event, but we always knew with passion like his, it would happen some day.

2. Ironman 70.3 World Championships take place in Clearwater this weekend. Follow the action via athlete tracker at www.ironman.com

3. Australian cyclist and former Paris-Roubaix champion Stuart O’Grady was taken to a Spanish hospital after he collapsed following a lap on the Valencia MotoGP race course on the back of a motorcycle piloted by 2007 MotoGP champion Casey Stoner.

4. The New York City Marathon on 1 Nov 09 was the largest marathon field in the sport's history - 43,741 runners and 43,475 finishers (a 99.4% completion rate).

5. Erica Reeve was among those who did Canberra's Tour de femme last weekend. She had a seeded position to start, got swept up in the front pack and pushed super hard to hold them. Unfortunately she lost the bunch with 1km to go and came in 23 seconds behind the winner. But 25th out of 600 ain't bad! They kept an average speed of 40km on a semi-hilly course! Erica was recently in Darwin for a quick visit.

6. Entry to 2010 Mooloolaba Triathlon opens Monday 16th November.

7. Here's an ever recurring dinner table discussion point: After some recent high profile DQs in IM events (including Kona) there is a call for the female pros to be given a 30 min start on the field so they don't get mixed up with the age group men (who apparently cause all the problems .. put that's a whole different discussion !!!). I take an alternate view and would love to go back to the good old days of mass starts and "may the best man/woman win". Either that or make the draft penalty 20 - 30 mins in the box at IM events, which would pretty much mean your race is over if you get caught drafting and may discourage pros & age groupers alike from committing the dastardly deed in the first place.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... you know what T1 and T2 means
... you have elastic laces in at least one pair of shoes
... you find yourself using cycling signals when out for a group run.

Train safe,
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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 9 Nov 09

Hi All,

An enthusiastic crowd of competitors, volunteers and spectators were on hand to enjoy the inaugural Splash N Dash event at the Waterfront Recreational Lagoon on Friday evening.

A huge thank you to RD Lisa Quinell, especially as setting up a brand new event requires a larger than normal input of time, thought and energy. Lisa was assisted by a fantastic group of volunteers and we are indeed fortunate that our tradition of volunteering is alive and well. All competitors appreciate and thank them for their efforts.

The many spectators doubled as competitor motivators right around the course. Friday night concept and the location given a huge thumbs up !

1. Splash N Dash, Wave Pool Lagoon, 200m swim, 2km run x 2

Provisional results:

1 Kyle Gear 24 mins 20 secs; 2 Chad Anderson 25.25; 3 Rob Weatherald 26.04; 4 Marcus Lisle 26.07; 5 Mick Outhred 26.19; 6 Ian Norton 27.13; 8 Duncan Thompson 27.37; 9 Lee Wilson 27.43; 10 John Thyne 27.46; 11 David McLeod 27.50; 12 Ian Pollock 28.08; 13 Brian Gallagher 28.19; 14 Tony Cox 28.31; 15 Tim Lewis 29.13; 16 Emma Winterflood 29.40; 17 Mark Anzin 30.07; 18 Luke Collopy 30.22; 19 Paul Bell 30.28; 20 Todd Sparrow 30.31; 21 Phil Brownscombe 30.41; 22 Shaye Hatty 30.49; 23 Vicki Woodrow 30.56; 24 Jack Forrest 31.20; 25 Julie Edge 31.24; 26 Team Rowley / Brearley 31.36; 27 Imogen Teale 31.57; 28 Nelson Rossingh 32.10; 29 Nikki Roddie 32.12; 30 Scott Bevis 32.12; 31 Daryl Stanley 32.14; 32 Rowan Barrow 32.16; 33 Phil Blumberg 32.19; 34 Nic French 32.29; 36 Phil Hatty 32.33; 37 Paul Sheffield 32.39; 38 Tara Worby 32.44; 39 Ben King 33.02; 40 Team Lachlan/Bella Hatty 33.16; 41 Ron Griep 33.16; 42 Bob Martin 33.50; 43 Luke Hansen 33.59; 44 Matt Bates 34.01; 45 Dillon Beard 34.02; 46 Monica Stewart 34.05; 47 Christine Friebel 34.58; 48 Barry Sullivan 35.12; 49 James Lugg 35.20; 50 Robyn Stanley 35.32; 51 Anthea Oorloff 35.35; 52 Bill Piper 35.39; 52 Bronwyn Rossingh 36.23; 53 Shannon McRae 36.41; 54 Simon Jeggo 36.50; 55 Peta Jeggo 36.55; 56 Karen Lewis 36.58; 57 Shelley Earle 37.27; 58 Rose Stephens 37.42; 59 Sherree Jeeves 38.04; 60 Col Smith 38.09; 61 Duncan Poulson 38.18; 62 Jane De Gault 40.43; 63 Asha Mahasuria 40.51; 64 Ernie Koch 48.52; 65 Shaun Uden dnf

2. White Rock Triathlon, Subic Bay, 2km swim, 91km bike, 20km run

Grant Preddy 3rd Overall 4.32.34

3. Ironman Florida, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Kirill Kotshegarov 8.24.29 Female: Sofie Goos 9.08.38

NEXT EVENTS:

JUNIORS - Triathlon, Palmerston Pool. 8am Sunday 15 November 09. Further information: Kylie 0414 494 853

SENIORS:

Friday 20 Nov 09
Lake Alexander
Splash N Dash
6pm

300m swim, 2km run x 3

Roster:

Race Director: Kyle Gear 0437 814 892
Registration: Lauren Stephenson / Cathy Preddy
Timekeepers: Jane Marie Kerslake / Roger Decurtins
Fruit / Ice: Lauren Stephenson

REMINDERS:

1. Members are invited to a family-friendly Christmas bash on Saturday 28 November 09 from 5.30 pm. Please come along to the beachside playground and BBQ area at East Point Reserve (just on from the toilet block) for some pizza, drinks, desert and great company. RSVP to trikylie@aapt.net.au would be appreciated for catering. All DTC members and their families welcome. Wearing of Santa Clause suits, tinsel and other Christmas-type attire is strongly encouraged! Hope to see you there.

2. Date for Xmas Splash N Dash at Nightcliff Pool has been changed - Now Saturday 5 December 2009 6pm start

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:
1. FOR SALE: Club running caps ($13); visors ($8); Junior Girls swimmers in sizes 6,8,10 and 12 ($28); Boys swimmers in sizes 6,8,10,12,14 plus 1 size mens (about a boys 16) ($28). Contact Jodie 0417 829 619

2. FOR SALE: Giant OCR1 Road Bike. 44" suit rider 5'4" or over. Carbon forks. Blue. Shimano 105 gearing. 18 gears. Profile Design aerobars. Cleats. Excellent condition. $950. Phone 0407 078 068.

3. FOR SALE: Bike GIANT TCR Aero2 Grey, road bike size 46.5cm (small) suit around 165cm height; Shimano rims, Shimano 105 running gear, aerobars. computer, good condition. $600 Contact Phill 0418 669 964

4. FOR SALE: Bike Avanti Monza - Blue. 51cm good condition Bargain $150.. good intro tri bike; Contact Phill 0418 669 964

5. Polaris Bike box, brand new (new price $750) Sell for $600. Contact Phill 0418 669 964

6. Items for next E News by 8pm tomorrow please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Disappointment for Heath Porter who has had to pull out of IM WA with a fractured scapula.

2. Bicycle NT ’s annual general meeting (AGM) will be held on Sunday 6th December 2009, at 10.30 am at the Nightcliff Electorate Meeting Room, Shop 5, Pavonia Way, Nightcliff (ie Jane Aagard’s office, where the Sunday Nightcliff markets are held). All interested people welcome.

3. The National Road Running Championships will take place in Melbourne on Sun 29 Nov 09. Further information: www.greataustralianrun.com.au

4. Triathlon ACT have a "Winter Triathlon: Quick Survey" happening and would like as many contributions as possible. If you have a spare five minutes you may like to complete what you can at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=iL_2bIeoVx6HvEgaJM8icpZg_3d_3d

5. Thinking about a new bike or go faster gear for yourself, partner or kids for Christmas? Now is the time to get into CycleZone, K9 Cycles or NT Elite Cycles ... they are stocked up now but leave it much longer to order and you may be disappointed that they are unable to get what you want up in tme for Santa to wrap.

6. Vicki Woodrow enjoyed her recent visit to Darwin & packed a mini "training camp" in between family commitments. She mentioned that we don't appreciate enough just how good the club is until you no longer have access to it's friendly, action packed calendar and training opportunities. Unfortunately Vicki has gone back to NSW to face yet another lot of flood damage.

7. The 20th annual Tour de Femme cycle race was held in Canberra over the weekend. Over 700 females of all ages and abilities took part. I was lucky enough to take part in the a few of the very early Tour de Femme events and it was a fantastic experience. Hey, maybe we need to adopt the concept here in Darwin !

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

...you are racing away & meet a fellow competitor for the first time & they can tell you what events you have done and what time you did them in (and you can reciprocate)

... you still don't know the last name or occupation of some of your training mates, but you do know what events they are targeting and how much their average times have improved.

...you realise you don't have enough annual leave to cover the races you want to do this season

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
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Robyn's E News 4 Nov 09

Hi All,

I wonder how many of you, like me, completely forgot the Melbourne Cup? No sweep, no bets & wondered why the shop assistant was telling me to shush (the Cup was being run and they were listening to the background radio) when I was getting lunch ?? Well ... it was a busy day at work !!

For those of you who have not yet renewed or taken out membership of Darwin Triathlon Club, don't forget it's a very, very easy process these days as it can be done online. We have a shed load of events happening on our calendar so I would encourage you to go online to
https://www.securedvirtualnet.com/Sma/Triath/ and on the right hand side select New Membership or Renew Membership.

You can print out your receipt and bring it with you on Friday evening to the Splash N Dash at the Wave Pool Recreation Lagoon. Club membership is great value for money and joining up is often the trigger you need to come down and participate more often in our events.

What about signing up your partner as an early Christmas present ... now there's an idea ! Please note that our student membership category is for full time uni students only.


RESULTS:

1. Port Macquarie Half Ironman, 1.9 km swm, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Tim Berkel 4.00.38 Female: Lisa Marangon 4.31.55

Marcus Lisle 16th M30-34 4.46.54

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 6 November 2009 0411 816 744
6pm (registration closes at 5.50pm)
Splash N Dash,
Wave Pool Recreation Lagoon

Distance: 200m swim, 2km run X 2

Race Director: Lisa Quinell
Registration: Paul Tilbrook / Mick Outhred
Timekeeping: Volunteer Required / David Croser
Fruit / Ice: Lauren Stephenson

Note:

1. Please allow enough time to park and get to the Wave Pool Recreation Lagoon
2. Torso needs to be covered during run leg
3. Are you available ? We need a volunteer for timekeeping

CLUB CHRISTMAS GET TOGETHER:

DATE CLAIMER: Members are invited to a family-friendly Christmas bash on Saturday 28 November from 5.30 pm. Please come along to the beachside playground and BBQ area at East Point Reserve (just on from the toilet block) for some pizza, drinks, desert and great company. RSVP to trikylie@aapt.net.au would be appreciated for catering. All DTC members and their families welcome. Wearing of Santa Clause suits, tinsel and other Christmas-type attire is strongly encouraged! Hope to see you there.

FOR SALE/ WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Bike GIANT TCR Aero2 Grey, road bike size 46.5cm (small) suit around 165cm height; Shimano rims, Shimano 105 running gear, aerobars. computer, good condition. $600 Contact Phill 0418 669 964

2. FOR SALE: Bike Avanti Monza - Blue. 51cm good condition Bargain $150.. good intro tri bike; Contact Phill 0418 669 964

3. Polaris Bike box, brand new (new price $750) Sell for $600. Contact Phill 0418 669 964

4. FOR SALE: Club racing gear - TRI TOPS & TRI PANTS: Limited Scody tri gear available. Unisex sizing: 1 x Top M (Chest 97-102) & 2 x Top L (Chest 102-107) $88; Tri Pants S (Waist 77-82, Hip 94-99) & M (Waist 82-87, Hip 99-104) $80; Contact Robyn darwintriclub@bigpond.com

5. FOR SALE: Last of the Orca club bathers - 1 x L Mens Jammers $55; 1 x S Mens Bathers $34; 1 x M (12) Ladies One Piece $55. Contact Robyn darwintriclub@bigpond.com

6. FOR SALE: Giant OCR1 Road Bike. 44" suit rider 5'4" or over. Carbon forks. Blue. Shimano 105 gearing. 18 gears. Profile Design aerobars. Cleats. Excellent condition. $950. Phone 0407 078 068.

7. Items for next E News by 8pm Sunday please.

8. Please make a note that our Christmas Splash N Dash event at Nightcliff Pool has been moved from Friday 4th to Saturday 5 Dec 09 6pm start.

OTHER NEWS :

1. Did you get your vote in for Ironman Craig Alexander in the Australian Sports Performer of the Year? You can vote at http://www.performerawards.com.au/ .

2. Lance Armstrong has flogged off some old bikes for charity and raised a cool 1.3 million dollars for Livestrong.

3. Pro triathlete and obviously exceptional runner, Desiree Ficker finished in 10th with a time of 2:39:30 in the New York Marathon.

4. Cadel Evans has a book out (just in time for Christmas) It's called ‘Cadel Evans: close to flying’ .

5. A few more of our "Mum's to be" are counting down the weeks and wondering how time can go so slowly. That's a ditto for the Dad's as well.

6. Cycling Promotion Fund research has highlighted that tax incentives are considered an effective motivation to encourage more Australians to cycle to work. Lobby on !

7. Hoping to get some photos from the junior tri up on Flickr today.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... you can bin four pairs of runners in various stages of decomposition and still not have enough room on the shoe rack
... you feel like you took the day off because all you did was swim two laps of Lake Alexander
... you tell your parents that you are going to "do a long brick" on Saturday and just expect that they know what you are talking about

See you all at the lagoon on Friday evening,
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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 2 Nov 09

Hi All,

You know the end of the year is just around the corner when our very popular Splash N Dash events start appearing on the calendar.

It's also exciting that we are heading to a new location - this will be our first event at the Wave Pool lagoon so hope to see you all there on Friday evening making tri history !

Our juniors continued their season with a triathlon at Lake Alexander yesterday. The youngsters are looking very experienced these days and the newer kids are very keen to reach that level. They have a large band of volunteers supporting them who make safety and fun the top priority. Our thanks to all those who assisted with the juniors yesterday.

RESULTS:

1. Noosa Triathlon, 1.5km swim, 40km ride, 10km run

Male: Courtney Atkinson 1.17.03 Female: Emma Jackson 2.01.02

Kyle Gear 22nd Open M Category: 2.06.51
Jason Jones 20th M40-44 2.19.12
Angelika Hannon 18th F45-49 2.47.55
Brian Hannon 69th M50-54 2.53.00
Belinda Holt 76th F30-34 2.53.55

2. Port Macquarie Half Ironman, 1.9km swm, 90km ride, 21.1km run

Male: Tim Berkel Female: Lisa Marangon (official results not yet available)

3. MangoMan Triathlon, Kona, 400m swim,16km bike, 3km run (approx)

Winner: Thomas Wonach 41.57

Stu Fitch (3rd) 48.12

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 6 November 2009 0411 816 744
6pm (registration closes at 5.50pm)
Splash N Dash, Wave Pool
200m swim, 2km run X 2

Race Director: Lisa Quinell
Registration: Paul Tilbrook / Mick Outhred
Timekeeping: Sam Lloyd / David Croser
Fruit / Ice: Lauren Stephenson
FOR SALE, WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Giant OCR1 Road Bike. 44" suit rider 5'4" or over. Carbon forks. Blue. Shimano 105 gearing. 18 gears. Profile Design aerobars. Cleats. Excellent condition. $950. Phone 0407 078 068.

2. FOR SALE - CLUB TRI TOPS & TRI PANTS: Limited Scody tri gear available. Unisex sizing: Tops M (Chest 97-102) & L (Chest 102-107) $88; Tri Pants S (Waist 77-82, Hip 94-99) & M (Waist 82-87, Hip 99-104) $80; Contact: darwintriclub@bigpond.com

3. FOR SALE: 1. GIANT TCR Aero2 Grey, road bike size 46.5cm (small) suit around 165cm height; Shimano rims, Shimano 105 running gear, aerobars. good condition. $700; 2. Avanti Monza - Blue.. 51cm good condition $200.. good intro tri bike.; 3. Polaris Bike box, brand new (new price $750) Sale price, drive away, no more to pay .. $650. Contact Phill 0418 669 964
4. Items for E News by 9pm tomorrow please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Sports Performer of the Year (winner receives $50,000) nominees have been announced. I'm unashamedly recommending that you cast your vote for Craig Alexander (Ironman Triathlon) at http://www.performerawards.com.au/ . It would be great if we could get Crowie up after his two Hawaii Ironman (2008 & 2009) wins and I encourage you all to go online now and vote. It will only take 5 minutes and you could win a prize for doing so.

2. We have a new little tri baby - Congratulations to Rosie & Mark on the arrival (Friday afternoon) of baby Erin Anzin ! Erin weighed in at 8lb 1oz and is 47.5 cm long. She is a little cutie.

3. Spots for Ironman UK 70.3 filled in less than a week keeping up the trend of early field fill ups at M Dot events.

4. Noosa was a wet suit swim and a bit drizzly. Courtney Atkinson came down on the bike but still managed to gather himself together enough for another win.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you skip dessert rather than pay a fortune for a light equipment alternative
... you have bargained with the family to let you race all over the country on the proviso you take them to Hawaii when you qualify
... you have booked your flights to Adelaide for 20-21 March (the Australian OD & SD Triathlon Championships)

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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 28 Oct 09

Hi All,

The Darwin crew did well in Perth at the ITU Long Distance World Triathlon Championships at the weekend. The weather was a mixed bag, freezing one minute, hot the next !


Back here at home, Race 2 of the Duathlon Series (incorp. the NT Duathlon Championships) took place out at Howard Springs. Our thanks to Race Director Tim Ellison and all the volunteers who assisted at this event, your efforts are much appreciated by all the participants.

RESULTS:

1. Race 2 Duathlon Series, NT Duathlon Championships, Howard Springs - 5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run

1 Chad Anderson 55 mins 18 secs; 2 Lee Wilson 59.29; 3 Mark Anzin 59.49; 4 Ian Norton 1.00.24; 5 Blue Watt 1.00.53; 6 Rob Weatherald 1.01.54; 7 David Croser 1.02.14; 8 John Thyne 1.03.34; 9 Pete Brady 1.03.40; 10 Simon Cruickshank 1.03.55; 11 Emma Winterflood 1.04.08; 12 Roger Decurtins 1.04.33; 13 Todd Sparrow 1.05.50; 14 Team Beard/ Beard/ Teale 1.06.08; 15 Shaye Hatty 1.06.51; 16 Adrian Beard 1.07.42; 17 Adam Richards 1.08.09; 18 Tim Lewis 1.10.13; 19 Kelly Rowe 1.10.27; 20 James Lugg 1.10.36; 21 Julie Edge 1.10.48; 22 Vicki Woodrow 1.10.57; 23 Phil Blumberg 1.12.48; 24 Lisa Quinell 1.13.12; 25 Barry Sullivan 1.13.41; 26 Monica Stewart 1.15.31; 27 Phill Hatty 1.16.30; 28 Karen Lewis 1.18.39; 29 Rose Stephens 1.19.59; 30 Nerida Godfrey 1.29.04; 31 Matt Brearley dnf; 32 Richard Butler dnf

2. ITU Long Distance World Triathlon Championships, Perth - 3km swim, 80km bike, 20km run

Male: Tim O'Donnell (USA) 3.48.15 Female: Jodie Swallow (GBR) 4.07.38

Mick Outhred 13th M30-34 4.33.16
Michelle Gailey 6th F25-29 4.48.06
Craig Garland 38th M40-44 5.14.12
Dave McLeod 40th M40-44 5.15.48
Daryl Stanley 10th M60-64 5.53.29
Jodie McLeod 37th F40-44 6.06.12

3. Longhorn Ironman 70.3 Austin, Texas - 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Richie Cunningham 3.48.55 Female: Joanna Zeiger 4.14.53

NEXT EVENTS:

JUNIORS:

Sunday 1 November 2009
8am
Triathlon, Lake Alexander (note change of venue)
Further information: Kylie 0414 494 853

SENIORS:

Friday 6 November 2009
6pm
Splash N Dash, Wave Pool
200m swim, 2km run X 2

Race Director: Lisa Quinell
Registration: Paul Tilbrook / Mick Outhred
Timekeeping: Sam Lloyd / David Croser
Fruit / Ice: Lauren Stephenson

TRIATHLON NT UPDATE:

The Triathlon NT AGM took place on Sunday. Congratulations to the following persons elected to oversee the direction of triathlon in the Northern Territory for the next 12 months:

President: David McLeod
Secretary: Christine Friebel
Treasurer: James Geddes
Committee: Matt Brearley, Phill Hatty
Technical Delegate: Phil Blumberg
Club Reps: Darwin Triathlon Club - John Thyne Alice Springs Triathlon Club - Dean Nankivell

Our thanks to retiring members Amanda Donohoe (President); John Thyne (Treasurer) and Kyle Gear (committee) for their contribution to the sport during their time in office.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: WETSUITS - ORCA APEX with hydra stroke forearm panel, medium size $350 & Sleeveless custom design wetsuit, medium size $50.
Contact Monica: 0407 615 147

2. FOR SALE - CLUB TRI TOPS & TRI PANTS: Limited Scody tri gear available. Unisex sizing: Tops M (Chest 97-102) & L (Chest 102-107) $88; Tri Pants S (Waist 77-82, Hip 94-99) & M (Waist 82-87, Hip 99-104) $80 Contact: darwintriclub@bigpond.com

3. FOR SALE: 1. GIANT TCR Aero2 Grey, road bike size 46.5cm (small) suit around 165cm height; Shimano rims, Shimano 105 running gear, aerobars. good condition. $700; 2. Avanti Monza - Blue.. 51cm good condition $200.. good intro tri bike.; 3. Polaris Bike box, brand new (new price $750) Sale price, drive away, no more to pay .. $650. Contact Phill 0418 669 964

4. Items for next E News by Sunday 8pm

OTHER NEWS:

1. The Territory triathlon community was devastated to learn of the death last Friday of Tavis Johannsen (42). As well as being a passionate triathlete over all distances including Ironman, Tavis was also a past major sponsor of our NT Long Course Triathlon. With his latest business venture CycleZone Mooloolaba, Tavis and family were located on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Our sincere sympathy to his wife Fiona, daughters Sophie and Lani, his family and many friends. Tavis' funeral will take place at Maroochydore tomorrow.

2. I caught up with a number of people in Perth including former members Barry Silverlock (who is still very speedy), Ashley Manicaros (who was a bike course volunteer) and Greg Kahl who came down to support the Darwin triathletes. Lost count of those who have raced up here and just love our events and were on for a chat.

3. There are still some uniform items to be picked up. Hope to get all outstanding items distributed this week.

4. Grant Preddy is enroute to Philippines. Grant will be competing in the White Rock Triathlon after a sightseeing tour.

5. We have a number of members lining up in the Noosa Triathlon this weekend including Brian Hannon, Kyle Gear and Angelika Hannon. Good luck to all. Go, go, go !

6. I'm pretty good at athlete tracking but your assistance is always welcome. Please let me know if you or someone you know is lining up soon so we can mention them in E News.


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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 19 Oct 09

Hi All,

It was a busy weekend for members. The juniors kicked off their season at Lake Alexander. Lots of training was happening, with those heading for Perth out and about as well as others targeting future IM events. The NT Cycling Championships also involved a number of our junior and senior members so it was pretty busy all round.

There may not be a mid week E News so please watch our website www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub News/Announcements section for exact location of this weekend's upcoming Duathlon. Tim is finalising the run course tomorrow. Location will be easy to spot as you drive Gunn Point Road.

On the duathlon, we urgently need a couple of volunteers (one for registration and one for timekeeping). If you can assist please contact Tim direct.


NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 25 Oct 09
Race 2 Duathlon Series (NT Championships)
Gunn Point Road, Howard Springs
7am start (Registration closes 6.45am)

5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run

Race Director: Tim Ellison 8928 0039
Registration: Simon Cruickshank / Volunteer Required
Timekeeping: Phil Brownscombe / Volunteer Required
Fruit / Ice: Rachel De Zoete

Note:

1. Please contact Tim direct if you are available to assist with this event. Your help will be appreciated.
2. Toilet facilities will be limited.

TRIATHLON NT AGM:

The Annual General Meeting of Triathlon NT will take place prior to duathlon.

TRIATHLON: POSITIONS VACANT:

1. Triathlon NT is seeking suitably qualified people to fill the paid part-time positions of Development Officer and Event Coordinator. Please see the attached job descriptions for further details.

Please note, the start date for these positions will be negotiated following the election of the incoming Management Committee at the Triathlon NT AGM on Sunday 25 October, but it is envisaged that the successful applicants will be advised by late November and commence work early in 2010.

Please email applications to Kylie Sheffield at eo@triathlonnt.com.au by COB Friday 23 October.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE - CLUB SWIMWEAR: Limited Orca club swimwear stock available: Ladies One Piece M (12) $55; Mens Jammers L $55; Mens swim briefs S, & L $34. Contact: darwintriclub@bigpond.com .

2. FOR SALE - CLUB TRI TOPS & TRI PANTS: Limited Scody tri gear available. Unisex sizing: Tops M (Chest 97-102) & L (Chest 102-107) $88; Tri Pants S (Waist 77-82, Hip 94-99) & M (Waist 82-87, Hip 99-104) $80 Contact: darwintriclub@bigpond.com

3. FOR SALE: 1. GIANT TCR Aero2 Grey, road bike size 46.5cm (small) suit around 165cm height; Shimano rims, Shimano 105 running gear, aerobars. good condition. $700; 2. Avanti Monza - Blue.. 51cm good condition $200.. good intro tri bike.; 3. Polaris Bike box, brand new (new price $750) Sale price, drive away, no more to pay .. $650. Contact Phill 0418 669 964

4. Items for next E News by Sunday 8pm


OTHER NEWS:

1. A number of our members were among the medallists at the NT Cycling Championships conducted over the weekend. Time trial (various distances and categories) medals were won by Will Birk (1st); Adrian Beard (3rd); Chad Anderson (2nd); Matt Brearley (3rd); Shaye Hatty (1st); Belinda Birk (2nd); Isabella Hatty (3rd); Chynna Godfrey (2nd) and Lachlan Hatty (2nd).

In the criterium categories medals went to Isabella Hatty (2nd); Chynna Godfrey (3rd); Shaye Hatty (1st) Belinda Birk (3rd); William Birk (1st) and Chad Anderson (3rd).

Road race results are not yet available.

2. The junior season is off to a great start with the first race at Lake Alex on Sunday attracting around 30 participants. Great to see both seasoned competitors (some are returning for their third or fourth season with DTC) and lots of new faces. Thanks to those seniors who came along to cheer on our up and coming triathletes, and to the usual gang of parent and DTC helpers for their efforts in running a safe and enjoyable event for all. Please note the change of venue for next race on Sunday 1 November – now to be held at Lake Alexander. For more information on the junior season contact Kylie Sheffield on 8932 3302.

3. Club members Craig Garland, Daryl Stanley, Jodie McLeod, Michelle Gailey, Mick Outhred and David McLeod are heading west this week to represent Australia in the ITU Long Distance World Triathlon Championships. Over the double Olympic distance of 3km swim, 80km bike, 20km run the event takes place on Sunday at Langley Park. We wish them all good luck in their respective age groups.

4. Looking for a MTB Challenge? Entries are now open for the 2010 Otway Odyssey (100km) on 20 Feb 2010. Further info www.rapidascent.com.au They say this is the race that's turned grown men into quivering wrecks and it's made women exclaim that childbirth was easy in comparison !

5. Please make a note that the Christmas Splash N Dash showing on our calendar as 4 Dec has been moved to Sat 5 December 09 (same time 6pm).

6. I heard Matt King left some bark on the road at the Mindil Beach criterium. Hope not to much damage there.

7. Also on the injured list - Mitch from NT Elite Cycles is currently in hospital after a mtb crash in the Pine Forest. Our speedy recovery wishes go to him as well.

8. Dave Janmaat was in the winning team at the recent Great Southern Adventure race. Way to go Dave ! It was a pretty impressive win by over an hour.

9. The stork is busy doing some extra endurance training to be ready for the next few months. We will be welcoming a number of new little tri babies. Exciting !

10. Our triathletes keep popping up in the papers. Todd Sparrow's wedding photo was in NT News yesterday and Lee Wilson is in sports VOP today !


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
Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/

Robyn's E News 16 Oct 09

Hi All,

Ironman Hawaii is over for yet another year and our Darwin crew came through with flying colours. Words cannot describe the feeling of crossing that Ali'i Drive finish line after such a huge day. Thanks to all those who sent messages of support to Nikki, Stu and myself - very much appreciated.

This is a quick E News, more Monday when I've caught up with all the happenings here at home. Got some news or results? Please email through.

RESULTS:

1. Race 1 Duathlon Series, Lee Point

Male: Chad Anderson Female: Shaye Hatty

(Results will be posted to website soon)

2. Ironman World Championships, Hawaii, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Craig Alexander 8.20.21 Female: Chrissie Wellington 8.54.02

Stu Fitch 8th M55-59 11.05.08
Nikki Roddie 52nd F30-34 12.04.48
Robyn Stanley 12th F55-59 13.54.11

3. Melbourne Marathon, 42.2km

Male: Asnake Fedadu 2.17.32 Female: Lisa Flint 2.34.08

Kelly Rowe 26th F25-29 3.38.26

Others:
Peter Eason 7th Elite 2.26.16

4. Gold Coast Half Ironman, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Clayton Fettell 3.52.11 Female: Caroline Steffen 4.26.41

Tim Ellison 2nd M45-49 4.26.49
Heath Porter 23rd M25-29 4.51.59
Bec Thyne 1st F18-24 5.20.42
Phil Blumberg 3rd M55-59 5.45.40

COMING UP JUNIORS:


1. The Junior Season kicks off this Sunday 8am at Lake Alexander (Boat Ramp).

2. Please see attached flier for more info.

NEXT EVENT:

1. We apologise for not yet confirming venue for Race 2 of the Duathlon Season.

2. This is due to circumstances beyond our control.

3. Please watch this space for more info on Monday.

Sunday 25 Oct 09
Venue TBC
Duathlon Race 2 Series & incorporates NT Duathlon Championships
5km run / 20km ride / 2.5km run

Race Director: Tim Ellison


FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. Items for next E News by Sunday 8pm please.


OTHER NEWS:

1. Bike Count from Kona: (last year’s totals in parentheses) - Cervelo – 462 (415);Scott – 109 (103); Specialized – 93 (66);Felt – 92 (89);Trek – 90 (103); Kuota – 85 (117); Cannondale – 68 (68);Orbea – 56 (68); Kestrel – 54 (35); QR – 52 (79); Argon 18 – 43 (less than 10); Giant – 40 (51); Look – 39 (48); Guru- 28 (27); Pinarello – 26 (19); Ceepo – 24 (less than 10); Isaac – 18 (26); Litespeed – 18 (35) etc.

2. Aero Wheel Count from Kona: Zipp – 1936; Hed – 229; Mavic – 165; Xentis – 134; Bontrager – 100; Reynolds – 63; Shimano – 48; Corima – 37
Campagnolo – 35; Easton – 34; Lightweight – 29; SRAM – 23; Planet X – 22; Rolf – 17; Nimble – 17; Edge – 13; Ceepo – 11; Fulcrum – 6
Other – 212 (Includes unidentifiable wheels plus wheel count of less than five)

3. Aero Helmet Count from Kona: Giro – 288; LG – 272; Rudy Project – 102; Bell – 62; Spiuk – 31; Specialized – 23; Lazer – 18; LAS – 15; Met – 12; Uvex – 9; Selev – 6

3. Component Group Count at Kona: Shimano – 1360; SRAM – 289; Campagnolo – 107; Other – 8

4. Triathlon Australia has announced dates and locations for events forming the 09/10 Challenge Series. The Australian Triathlon Championships (Sprint and Olympic) will be held in Adelaide weekend of 20-21 March.


Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

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