Robyn's E News 3 Feb 2010

Hi All,

Our juniors have their first event for 2010 happening this weekend at Lake Alexander boat ramp. Please note that the junior committee have revised the calendar and it now differs to that printed on our hard copy pink calendar. All remaining junior events will take place at Lake Alex. It's a safer venue for the kids and they will be able to enjoy the triathlon format more.

Do you know a junior aged 6 +? Let them know about our junior triathlon series and encourage them to join up.
We would also like to encourage all those people who have recently "tri 'd" our sport to take up club membership. It's cheap, great value we would love to see you join in our many club activities.

Darwin Triathlon Club membership is easy:

Go to https://www.securedvirtualnet.com/Sma/Triath/

On the right, click "new member registration"

You will then be asked:

What state - select NT
Do you live in that state - select Yes
Do wish to join club - select Yes
Club box will then appear - select Darwin Triathlon Club
Membership type - select Individual (the system works out if you are junior or senior by your date of birth)

Then click continue ... add personal details
Proceed to payment ... $110 seniors or $40 juniors

..... you will then be a member of Darwin Triathlon Club, Triathlon NT and Triathlon Australia and covered for personal accident insurance whilst training and racing.

Anyone wishing to join Alice Springs Triathlon Club proceed as above but selection Alice Springs as your club.
JUNIOR RACE THIS WEEKEND – TRIATHLON

1. Due to the change of venue, the junior event is now a triathlon rather than an aquathlon. Please bring your bikes.

2. The event is at Lake Alexander boat ramp with a 7.30am registration for 8am start. (Note change from waterfront)

3. All junior members will receive a club bag and Tshirt.

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 14 February 2010
Mountain Bike Triathlon
7.30am
Lake Alexander
300m swim, 12km bike, 3km run

Race Director: Paul Sheffield
Registration: Christine Friebel / Nick Coutts
Timekeepers: Asha Mahasuria / Rose Stephens
Fruit / Ice: Kylie Sheffield


FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Kayak - Daggar Discover 13. Sit in kayak, ideal for rivers and Darwin coastal. Has rear bulkhead for dry storage on day/weekend trips. Foot operated rudder, adjustable footrests, built in seat with back rest. Purchased late 2007, done a few practice paddles and raced in 2008 Katherine Ultra. Has rested peacefully indoor since then L Excellent condition, includes paddle & life jacket (small). $1000. Contact Scott: 0488 527 371

2. FOR SALE: Last of the Darwin Tri Club race gear: 1 x M, 1 x L Unisex tri top $88; 1 x L Unisex tri pants $80 Contact Robyn: 0448 206 121

3. FOR SALE: Orca Ladies 1 piece bathers black/red Size 12 $50 Contact Robyn: 0448 206 121

4. FOR SALE: Showgun 56" Road Bike. Good condition. $300. Contact Ben: 0438 936 282

5. FOR SALE: Cervelo 54" Soloist. 2007. Ultegra Gear. Excellent condition. $1900. Contact Ben: 0438 936 282

6. WANTED: Mountain bike to fit male. 6.2". Contact Ben: 0438 936 282

7. FOR SALE: Carbon wheels Gravity Zero 50mm full carbon rim clincher set. Used for about 100km. Comes complete with Challenge Elite Light race tyres and Shimano Ultegra 10 speed 12-23 cassette. As new condition in padded carry bag $2000 ONO Contact Shane: 0413 926 477

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. Phil Brownscombe is back after his Audax Alpine Classic adventure.

2. Mick Outhred has made it to Mt Isa with only one blow out .

3. Registrations are now open for 2010 Ironman WA and are expected to reach capacity quickly. The entry fee is AUD $610 for individuals and $710 teams. See www.ironmanwesternaustralia.com

4. Simon Cruickshank had an eventful ride last Saturday morning. He nearly ran over not one but two snakes (one of them very much alive) during his aquabike-athon. Road hazards of a slithery kind !

5. Jo Duncan had a great excuse for missing Race 1 of the Aquathlon Series. Her granddaughter, Myana, was born on 15th Jan weighing 7lb 4oz. Jo says she is absolutely beautiful.

6. Craig Alexander and Sam Warriner are set to defend their titles at Ironman 70.3 Geelong, to be held at Eastern Beach this Sunday. Paul Bell and Ali Fitch will be among the almost 1,200 competitors and 100 relay teams. Good luck !

7. WADA has updated its list of banned substances for 2010. There are notable changes to last year's list and, if you're an Age Grouper, don't think this doesn't apply to you. WTC (ie M Dot events) have implemented drug testing for all athletes.

8. Another new IM 70.3 added to the calendar: Ironman 70.3 Centrair Tokoname Japan will take place on 19 September 2010

9. While on events you check out upcoming events (local, national and international) of interest at www.darylstanleyonline.com/calendar

10. Media hound: see attached pdf

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... hearing the phrase "This set with fins" is better than hearing "You just won $1000"
... you can happily hug a sweaty guy or girl
... you think watermelon is made in heaven

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 1 Feb 2010

Photo: NT Aquathlon Championships underway !



Hi All,

We had an awesome turn out for Race 2 of the Aquathlon Series on Saturday evening. I hope you took the time to thank Lee Wilson (Race Director) and the many volunteers who assisted on the day. Without exceptional voluntary efforts such as theirs, none of our events would take place.

Also thanks to Heineken (via Nerida) and NT Elite Cycles at Palmerston who provided draw prizes. Lucky Phil Hatty won the major draw.

RESULTS:

1. Race 2 Aquathlon Series, NT Aquathlon Championships, Lake Alexander, 750m swim, 5km run

1 Chad Anderson 29 mins 43 secs; 2 Grant Preddy 30.54; 3 Michelle Gailey 32.05; 4 Lee Wilson 32.30; 5 David Crane 32.49; 6 Jason Cook 33.39; 7 Ian Norton 33.51; 8 Liam Johnson 33.59; 9 Blue Watt 34.05; 10 John Thyne 34.39; 11 Emma Winterflood 35.10; 12 Brian Gallagher 35.23; 13 Pete Brady 35.33; 14 Heath Porter 35.33; 15 Russell Peacock 35.37; 16 Todd Sparrow 35.42; 17 Jack Forrest 36.09; 18 Hollie Goodall 36.16; 19 Ben Brady 36.20; 20 James Geddes 36.24; 21 David Croser 36.43; 22 Tim Lewis 36.56; 23 Shaye Hatty 37.13; 24 Scott Bevis 37.19; 25 Simon Cruickshank 37.43; 26 Phil Hatty 37.46; 27 Tim Green 37.57; 28 Bec Thyne 38.01; 29 Lisa Quinell 38.02; 30 Ron Griep 38.10; 31 Tom Keeler 38.18; 32 Justin Tranter 38.27; 33 Grant Chambers 38.53; 34 Jamie Tomlinson 39.12; 35 Alison Croser 39.20; 36 Tara Worby 39.49; 37 Luke Hansen 39.56; 38 Ryoko Jones 40.05; 39 Daryl Stanley 40.06; 40 Tara Luck 40.08; 41 Paul Hollander 40.23; 42 Phil Blumberg 40.48; 43 Bob Martin 40.55; 44 Sarah Collins 41.04; 45 Chris Buxton 41.11; 46 Jake Parker 41.22; 47 Sue Mahar 41.33; 48 Steve Goat 41.39; 49 Graham Parsons 41.40; 50 Stef Puska 41.49; 51 Mathew Redmond 41.50; 52 Jane Marie Kerslake 41.53; 53 Christine Friebel 42.18; 54 Monica Stewart 42.32; 55 Lara Steele 42.35; 56 Kate Crawley 42.53; 57 Team Crawley/Miles Crawley 42.55; 58 Robyn Orchard 42.58; 59 Bill Piper 43.09; 60 Team Stewart/Peter Stephens 43.23; 61 Jo Duncan 43.34; 62 Mathew Frost 43.39; 63 Peta Jeggo 44.37; 64 Dimity Taylor 44.46; 65 Alison Grierson 44.47; 66 Team Lachlan Hatty/Connor McLeod 44.52; 67 Michael Nyhuis 45.19; 68 Brian Hannon 45.50; 69 Nathan Douglas 45.57; 70 Simon Jeggo 46.06; 71 Peta Schreenan 46.08; 72 Rose Stephens 46.13; 73 Barry Sullivan 46.37; 74 Carolyn Anniss 46.52; 75 Asha Mahasuria 47.29; 76 Col Smith 47.36; 77 Emma Hoff 47.38; 78 Sharon Johnson 49.24; 79 Team Birchall/Edwards 50.27; 80 Annette Mageean 51.26; 81 Nerida Godfrey 52.48; 82 Bronte Douglas 56.25; 83 Ernie Koch 58.50

2010 NT Aquathlon Champions:

Male: Chad Anderson Female: Michelle Gailey

Age Group Champions:

Jnr: Tim Lewis
20-24 Grant Preddy / Bec Thyne
25-29 Chad Anderson / Michelle Gailey
30-34 Russell Peacock / Emma Winterflood
35-39 Ian Norton / Shaye Hatty
40-44 Lee Wilson / Alison Croser
45-49 John Thyne / Jo Duncan
50-54 Blue Watt / Rose Stephens
55-59 Phil Blumberg / Monica Stewart
60-64 Daryl Stanley
75-59 Ernie Koch

2. City of Perth Triathlon, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Sean O'Neill 1.56.03 Female: Felicity Sheedy-Ryan 2.03.44

3. Hell of the West Triathlon, Goodiwindi, Qld, 2km swim, 80km bike, 20km run

Male: Luke McKenzie

JUNIOR EVENT:

IMPORTANT JUNIOR ANNOUNCEMENT:

The first junior event for 2010 will be held at Lake Alexander Boat Ramp on Sunday 7 February (please note change of venue from Darwin Waterfront Lagoon).

Junior sponsors NT Elite Cycles, Schneider-electric and TNT will be handing out DTC race bags and t-shirts to all junior club members.

Please note that all remaining junior races for this year, including the race scheduled for Lake Leanyer, will now be held at the usual Lake Alexander venue. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause, but we have found the Lake Alex venue to be the safest for participants and the easiest to access for organisers.

All junior races kick off at 8.00 am sharp, so please arrive by 7.30 to assist with a smooth setup and registration.


NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 14 February 2010
Mountain Bike Triathlon
7.30am
Lake Alexander
300m swim, 12km bike, 3km run

Race Director: Paul Sheffield
Registration: Christine Friebel / Nick Coutts
Timekeepers: Asha Mahasuria / Rose Stephens
Fruit / Ice: Kylie Sheffield

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Carbon wheels Gravity Zero 50mm full carbon rim clincher set. Used for about 100km. Comes complete with Challenge Elite Light race tyres and Shimano Ultegra 10 speed 12-23 cassette. As new condition in padded carry bag $2000 ONO Contact Shane: 0413 926 477

2. FOR SALE: Showgun 56" Road Bike. Good condition. $300. Contact Ben: 0438 936 282

3. FOR SALE: Cervelo 54" Soloist. 2007. Ultrgra Gear. Excellent condition. $1900. Contact Ben: 0438 936 282

4. WANTED: Mountain bike to fit male. 6.2". Contact Ben: 0438 936 282

5. FOR SALE: Last of the Darwin Tri Club race gear: 1 x M, 1 x L Unisex tri top $88; 1 x L Unisex tri pants $80 Contact Robyn: 0448 206 121

6. FOR SALE: Orca Ladies 1 piece bathers black/red Size 12 $50 Contact Robyn: 0448 206 121

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


OTHER NEWS:

1. News of a couple more tri babies arriving "down south".... Sophie Hawken & Kim Stevens welcome their first child, son Lusius Samuel on 23 Jan 10 and Sarah and Matt Redwood welcomed daughter no 2, Briella Jayde 7lbs & 52 cm on 30 Jan 10. Congratulations !

2. Did anyone else notice that Brian Gallagher was finally in a tri suit on Saturday evening??

3. The draw for the entry for the Busselton Half Ironman in May took place. Lucky winners were Kelly Rowe and Michelle Gailey.

4. Media Hound: Can't keep Chad out of the papers at the moment http://www.ntnews.com.au/article/2010/01/30/119831_ntsport.html The Hatty's made the social pages and the gorgeous Tranter girls were in baby pics of the Sunday Territorian.

5. Hope the huge brawl in town last night had nothing to do with Micko's final, final, final farewell !

6. Weekend form guide: Russell Peacock looked the goods; Kate Crawley's swim was impressive; Graeme Parsons' swim form also impressed;
Liam Johnson may have felt the effects of leading the Sat ride through the storm; Bob Martin's snappy run was noted and Pete Brady again gave 100% and held out son Ben !

7. I wonder if there is a club section to "Biggest Losers"?

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you are riding in the dark in a foot of water in rain so heavy it stings (and cuts)
... your cookbook collection mostly features pasta and rice creations
... you have made a vow to get new goggles and/or elastic laces this week.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News