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Robyn's E News 1 February 2012

2012-02-01T14:39:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

First day of Feb, Easter eggs and hot cross buns in the shops … do you get the feeling this year is going to disappear just as fast as 2011?

Race 2 of our Aquathlon Series takes place on Saturday evening at Lake Alexander hope to see you all there.

If the distance is too much for you and you want to do a team but not sure how to approach it, please email here and I’ll endeavour to do some team matching.

RESULTS:

1. JT Cycles Triathlon, Aust Day, West Lakes, SA, 700m swim, 19.5km bike, 4.8km run
Male: Matty White 55.33 Female: Ella Holmes 1.01.48
Rob Weatherald 1st M50-54 1.04.21

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 4 February 2011

Race 2 Aquathlon Series (Inc NT Aquathlon Championships)
Lake Alexander
6pm (registration closes 5.45pm)
750m swim, 5km run

Event Status: CLUB

Roster:

Race Director: Tony Cox
Registration: Jacqui Brown / Cath Meng
Timekeeping: Roger Decurtins / Simon Wiese

Fruit / Ice: Kathy McKay

Notes:

1. Torsos must be covered during run

2. No iPods or similar allowed

3. Good idea to bring some insect repellent

4. If it looks like rain, you may wish to bring a plastic bag to cover your shoes while you are swimming

5. Bring extra dollars to buy a few tickets in the juniors raffle (see below).

JUNIOR FUNDRAISING

1. Members of the NT junior triathlon team heading for Busselton for the National Schools Triathlon Championships will be conducting some fundraising activities over the coming weeks

2. Team members will be present at the next couple of events selling tickets in a lucky draw to win a top of the range Orbea ODIN helmet so please bring some extra dollars to buy tickets to support our juniors. The helmet is Red, medium size and has been generously donated by NT Elite Cycles, University Ave, Palmerston.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. GIVEAWAY: Women’s cycling shoes Shimano black size 37 Free to a good home - giving away for a friend who has left town. Contact Stef 0401 301 204.

2. FOR SALE: Brooks t7 sizes racers US 12 /13 $50; Brooks Glycerin US 12 $70; Excellent condition, all worn only several times; Contact Simon 0414 657 256

3. FOR SALE: Small club Tri top and pants brand new with tags never been worn wrong size purchased, $50 for set Contact Naomi 0447 925 480

4. FOR SALE: Bike Azzurri full carbon small frame would suit junior or female. New tyres, Ultegra running gear aero bars in great condition $750. Contact Naomi 0447 925 480.

5. Items for next E News or requests for reruns by 8pm Sunday please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. New road rules come into force today including one applicable to cyclists. Check them out here

2. Katherine Ultra Challenge date moving to August. Watch this space for confirmation.

3. Rob Weatherald raced in Adelaide on Australia Day. Rob says that you know you are in a big race when they have a separate wave start for the 50+ guys. Not that it worried Rob, he was still on the heels of the elite women and won his age group.

4. More “take care” warnings from our members. The walkways over the mangroves at the back of the hospital are extremely hazardous in this weather and following the high tides are wet, green and covered with fine mud. Three of our members provided much amusement (for some walkers) while out mountain biking at the weekend. Down they came like a wall of dominos !

5. Take care out there on the roads.

6. Missed it myself but apparently many caught a glimpse of Phil Blumberg in the coverage of IM WA at the weekend.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you are happy to swim and run in the rain but baulk at riding for as long as you can
… smelly run shoe odour is part of your life
… you have checked to see if you appear in Photos on our Flickr page

Safe training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 30 January 2012

2012-01-30T11:23:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

The BoM radar is still very colourful and the forecast for today, surprise, surprise, is showers with one or two gusty storms. Moderate westerly winds, fresh and gusty at times.

On the upside, how nice is it to have cooler weather and be able to switch off the air-conditioning and open the windows wide. I love getting the odd sprinkle on my face during the night even if the books on the bedside table don’t !

RESULTS:

1. City of Perth Triathlon, (WA Olympic Distance Championships), 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Paul MacKay 1.56.24 Female: Felicity Sheedy-Ryan 2.07.06

Ashan Weerakkody 13th M25-29 2.17.03

2. Australian AG Sprint Distance Championships, ACT, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: David Mainwaring 56.28 Female: Penny Hosken 1.05.00

Anthony Beven 14th M40-44 1.09.11

Other:

Loie Sharp 7th F55-59 1.29.10

3. WA Summer Series Australia Day Triathlon, Pt Walter, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Matt Burton 1.03.16 Female: Michelle Boyes 1.15.50

Derek Cross 2nd M30-39 1.10.51

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 4 February 2011
Race 2 Aquathlon Series (Inc NT Aquathlon Championships)
Lake Alexander
6pm

750m swim, 5km run

Roster:

Race Director: Tony Cox
Registration: Jacqui Brown / Cath Meng
Timekeeping: Roger Decurtins / Simon Wiese
Fruit / Ice: Kathy McKay

URGENT: YOUR ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED:

1. We have a number of roster vacancies that need filling for upcoming events. They are highlighted in yellow on the attached calendar. Please email with date and details of position if you are able to help out.

2. A number of Race Director positions (including vacancies for major club events) have not yet been filled and we urgently need to have a volunteer step up or we may need to reconsider our remaining calendar. Again please email details of which event if you are happy to RD for.

3. The club has a long history of willingness of members to assist at our events and I’d encourage anyone who has not yet volunteered during season 2011/2012 to put up their hand. We have a number of “How To” sheets prepared which can help take the mystery from any of the tasks.

4. So volunteer Race Directors and Timekeepers are not disadvantaged in our Triathlete of Year pointscore because they are unable to compete, they receive maximum points if they carry out that duty. (Refer pointscore policy)

5. We understand that your personal plans may change, but if you are already rostered on and find you are unable for some reason to carry out your duty, we ask that you source a replacement for yourself and notify us of the change.

DATE CLAIMERS:

1. 26 August 2012 – NT Long Course Triathlon. More details soon.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Brooks t7 sizes racers US 12 /13 $50; Brooks Glycerin US 12 $70; Excellent condition, all worn only several times; Contact Simon 0414 657 256

2. FOR SALE: Bike size 58 specialized Roubaix (6 months old). It has shimano 105 running gear and is in excellent condition. Upgrading. Contact Peter 0408 486 223

3. FOR SALE: Small club Tri top and pants brand new with tags never been worn wrong size purchased, $50 for set Contact Naomi 0447 925 480

4. FOR SALE: Bike Azzurri full carbon small frame would suit junior or female. New tyres, Ultegra running gear aero bars in great condition $750. Contact Naomi 0447 925 480.

5. Items for next E News or requests for reruns by 8pm tomorrow please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Another big weekend of training with many (but not all) being lucky enough to dodge the worst of the weather.

2. One of our members is up for a new helmet having come off her bike after slipping on a metal cover. Watch those pesky things in this weather.

3. Uniform order has gone in to Cannibal.

4. E News for sale & wanted section is widely recognised as the ideal place to advertise your unwanted tri gear or to advertise you are after something in particular. If you are preparing an advt please make sure you state the basics (eg M or F, size & asking price) and a contact name and number.

5. Flickr photos from Australia Day event will be up shortly.

6. Sad to see the new shade cloth at Nightcliff Pool damaged again. It’s not that long since it was fixed.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you get funny looks when you put Body Glide on your neck because people think it’s deodorant
… you think you may have to beg the guys at the bike shop to not tell your partner how much you spend there
… The first thing you ask when you regain consciousness is "How's my bike?"

Safe training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 25 January 2012

2012-01-30T11:21:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

A little windy out there would be an understatement. Still, it is cooler and for that we should be thankful.

Probably time to give those wind trainers, rollers and or Spin Classes a go rather than risk being blown off your bike. It is making running a little interesting as well.

RESULTS:

1. XSTRATA Nickel Swim Thru Perth, 4km

Male: Rhys Mainstone 36.47 Female: Jamie Bowler 42.53

Ashan Weerakkody 2nd M25-29 47.35

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 4 February 2011
Race 2 Aquathlon Series (Inc NT Aquathlon Championships)
Lake Alexander
6pm

750m swim, 5km run

Roster:

Race Director: Tony Cox
Registration: Jacqui Brown / Cath Meng
Timekeeping: Roger Decurtins / Simon Wiese
Fruit / Ice: Kathy McKay

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED TO BUY: Bike under $1500. Suit female rider 5'8'' and about 60kg. Contact Hannah 0458 667 623

2. FOR SALE: Timex Global Trainer GPS with HR strap. Brand new; in box, never opened. $180 call Stu 0418 437 075

3. Items for E News or requests for repeat advts by 8pm Sunday please.

SWIM SQUAD NOTICE:

1. Due to Australia Day public holiday tomorrow, Nightcliff Swim Squad with Daryl has moved to Friday (27 Jan) 6-7am (for this week only).

COMMITTEE NEWS:

1. We have some critical spaces left on our volunteer roster for some upcoming events. Watch for calendar/roster to be circulated soon and fill in where you can.

2. To assist with organisation of these major events on our calendar, there will be online entry for Ray White Darwin NT Sprint Distance Triathlon Championships (1 April – Lake Alexander) and Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships (14 Apr – Lake Bennett). Watch this space.

3. First event of 2012 for our juniors is triathlon at Lake Alexander on Sunday 12 Feb 12.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Congratulations to Chad Anderson and partner Brooke on the arrival of their first child, Imogen Iris who was born on Monday. Mother and baby fine, Dad on cloud nine.

2. Believe a couple of the pools closed early this morning due to the weather conditions.

3. Uniform order is now closed. Hope you didn’t miss out.

4. Some of those Australia Day BBQ’s may have to move indoors tomorrow.

5. Some interesting developments at WTC regarding 5150, 70.3 & IM Champions being allowed to compete at each world championship providing they validate. At least that’s what I think this says.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you are thinking that because you missed a training session last night (or this morning) you are turning to flab and everyone is going to pass you at our next event
… smelly run shoe odour becomes part of your life
… every time you swim you wish someone would invent a fool proof goggle fit process

Safe training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 23 January 2012

2012-01-23T10:20:00.003+09:30

Hi All,

What an excellent turnout for Race 1 of our Aquathlon Series at Nightcliff Pool on Saturday evening!

97 of you participated in what turned out to be excellent conditions. Pleasing to again see that we had a huge number of women competing, continuing the trend set last year. Come on guys you are going to have to lift your game or you will soon be out numbered !

Our thanks go to Race Director Daryl Stanley for his efforts. Daryl measured the run course to pin point accuracy so if you thought you ran fast …. you certainly did ! Thanks also to our many wonderful volunteers (rostered on as well as those who just pitched in to help) who assisted Daryl to bring us this event. Your efforts were appreciated by all competitors and the many spectators who also attended.

RESULTS:

1. Race 1 Aquathlon Series, Nightcliff Pool, 400m swim, 3km run

1 Brett Verity 17 mins 10 secs; 2 Tim Green 17.47; 3 Heath Porter 18.15; 4 Tim Ellison 18.22; 5 Marcus Lisle 18.29; 6 Ali Fitch 18.33; 7 Jason Cook 19.01; 8 Justin Tranter 19.16; 9 Peter Brady 19.18; 10 Grant Preddy 19.19; 11 Matthew Lewis 19.21; 12 John Arrigo 19.25; 13 Ron Griep 19.26; 14 Glen Woodrow 19.35; 15 Russell Peacock 19.41; 16 Tony Cox 19.48; 17 Jim Eadie 19.50; 18 Stef Puszka 19.59; 19 Matt King 20.01; 20 Jac Crofton 20.14; 21 Chris Jessop 20.23; 22 Korgan Hucent 20.26; 23 Joseph White 20.23; 24 Ryoko Jones 20.30; 25 John Thyne 20.41; 26 Phil Lewis 20.47; 27 Brian Gallagher 20.58; 28 Stu Fitch 20.59; 29 Belinda Birk 21.12; 30 Bill Pettit 21.14; 31 Nick Stabler 21.25; 32 Dale Berk 21.30; 33 Nikki Roddie 21.48; 34 Kylie Gaffel 21.58; 35 Emma Winterflood 22.11; 36 Hollie Goodall 22.16; 37 Glen Scholz 22.28; 38 Mark Edmonds 22.36; 39 Imogen Teale 22.44; 40 Trent Jensen 22.48; 41 Allison Van Haaren 23.09; 42 Vicki Woodrow 23.22; 43 Jesse Young 23.23; 44 Naomi Havens 23.23; 45 Rowena Eastick 23.27; 46 Nathan Dwyer 23.28; 47 Canice Kinnane 23.30; 48 Kate Robertson 24.00; 49 Team Belinda Birk / Charlie Birk 24.05; 50 Lisa Eadie 24.06; 51 Gary Wall 24.10; 52 Phil Blumberg 24.18; 53 Amy Pallentine 24.19; 54 Tara Worby 24.26; 55 Graeme Parsons 24.36; 56 Emmett Hartung 24.38; 57 Jo Ellis 24.47; 58 Col Smith 24.56; 59 Tass Liveris 24.58; 60 Monica Stewart 25.00; 61 Monique Eliseo 25.16; 62 Bill Piper 25.18; 63 Kath Richardson 25.21; 64 Matthew Scholar 25.27; 65 Peta Jeggo 25.28; 66 Jo Duncan 25.32; 67 Emma Cook 25.37; 68 Alexis Marshall 25.43; 69 David Hancock 25.54; 70 Joy Glass 25.57; 71 Gus McLachlan 26.03; 72 Karen Lewis 26.05; 73 Bertram Birk 26.15; 74 Danealla Gilfillan 26.29; 75 Jacqui Brown 26.32; 76 Jane Marie Kerslake 26.40; 77 Angela Librio 26.58; 78 Megan Evans 26.59; 79 David Glass 27.19; 80 Patrick Giltrap 27.20; 81 Lucy Thompson 27.35; 82 Corinne Fabian 27.58; 83 Belinda Doyle 27.59; 84 Renee De Jong 28.02; 85 James Geddes 28.04; 86 Gerard Wong 28.13; 87 Bethaney Maley 28.26; 88 Moira Wigley 28.47; 89 Vivienne David 28.55; 90 Asha Mahasuri 29.19; 91 Clare Labowitch 29.51; 92 Rose Stephens 30.34; 93 Erin Mettam 31.06; 94 Kylie Giltrap 37.39; 95 Karen Cahill dnf; 96 Hamish Wiltshire dnf

Winners Australia Day Sports Medals: Brett Verity & Ali Fitch

2. Challenge Wanaka, NZ, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Aaron Farlow 8.41.53 Female: Gina Crawford 9.44.06
Ben Sanders 33rd M30-39 12.01.50

3. Nowra Tri Fest, NSW, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run
Male: Ollie Whistler 1.56.10 Female: Sarah Fletcher 2.13.12

Other:

Andrew Simpson 2nd M40-44 2.12.08
Penny Nolton 6th F40-44 2.43.42

4. XOSIZE Triathlon, Elwood, VIC, 250m swim, 10km bike, 2.5km run x 2

Male: Michael Kirby 59.27 Female: Alessa Orla 1.07.26

5. Ironman 70.3 South Africa, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Marino Vanhoenacker 4.06.25 Female: Jodie Swallow 4.39.01

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 4 February 2011
Race 2 Aquathlon Series (Inc NT Aquathlon Championships)
Lake Alexander
6pm

750m swim, 5km run

Roster:

Race Director: Tony Cox
Registration: Jacqui Brown / Cath Meng
Timekeeping: Roger Decurtins / Volunteer Required
Fruit / Ice: Kathy McKay

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED TO BUY: Bike under $1500. Suit female rider 5'8'' and about 60kg. Contact Hannah 0458 667 623

2. OUR UNIFORM ORDER CLOSES TOMORROW: Darwin Triathlon Club Tri Suits, Tri Pants, Tri Tops & Swimmers. Order online here Don’t miss this opportunity to grab some great training and race gear.

3. Items for E News or requests for repeat advts by 8pm tomorrow please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Liked that many of you had read “Body Marking 101” - timekeepers work on Saturday was made a lot easier by very clear numbering. We started with “hand the pen to the next person” until Nic French jumped in and did a very professional job with the marker pens.

2. Thanks to those of you who presented your membership cards at rego table. That makes it very easy for our volunteers who may or may not know you or how to spell your name. Also makes registration line quicker for all.

3. Jac Crofton took a break from her IM NZ training to compete on Saturday. Winner of our Most Improved trophy last year, Jac is looking very fit as she enters the final weeks of the lead up to her target event.

4. We welcomed a number of new members and it was great to see their enthusiasm and their feedback on our event & the club was very positive.

5. Apologies to Matthew Scholar – a certain person on registration, who will remain nameless, inadvertently tried not once, but three times to convince him that he was someone else.

6. Heath Porter and Jason Jones are putting in the big k’s as they head towards Ironman Melbourne. Heath was looking in awesome form on Saturday but where was Jason ??? Explanations for his absence ranged from something about a big ride in the morning to being soft !

7. Brett Verity and Ali Fitch were the winners of our Australia Day Medals. Congrats to both.

8. Moira Wigley hopped off a plane after returning from hols in Japan and came straight down to compete. Now that’s keen!

9. Brett Verity and Tim Green were sporting “go faster haircuts”. As they finished 1st and 2nd we may see the style catch on for Race 2.

10. Uniform order closes tomorrow – don’t forget to get your order in online today here .

11. Sunday Territorian featured a refreshingly well done opinion piece about cyclists.

12. Who was that triathlete who went riding on Sunday morning in his partner’s nicks and risked a squeaky voice rather than go home and change?

13. Masters Swimming has an Australia Day invitational meet happening on Thursday morning at Parap Pool (free to enter). All short distances. If you would like more info and/or entry form please email.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

... your child always gets off their bike and starts running
… you are trying to manipulate your babies sleep and feeding times to fit round your training sessions
… you have a collection of goggles at various stages of deterioration that rivals the entire stock of some Darwin sports outlets.

Safe training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 18 January 2012

2012-01-18T10:16:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

Finally … some welcome rain to cool things down ! That was quite a brilliant sound and light display put on by Mother Nature this morning.

The BoM radar was very, very colourful.

Seems everyone is looking forward to the commencement of our 2012 program. For the guys, our Aquathlon Series will be wide open this year with 2010/2011 winner David Crane working overseas.

Thanks to those who have already placed their order for club uniform. The order closes on Tuesday so I encourage you to get your order in now and not miss out. The club subsidies the design and freight costs so that our members can enjoy quality items for training and racing at very reasonable cost. Order online here now.

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 21 January 2011
Nightcliff Pool
Race 1 Aquathlon Series
6pm (registration closes 5.45pm)
400m swim, 3km run
Event Status: CLUB (must be member to compete)

Roster:

Race Director: Daryl Stanley
Registration: Emma Winterflood / Robyn Stanley
Timekeeping: Nell Clarke / Rob Brooks
Fruit / Ice: Anna Goat

Note:

1. Entry to pool for our event is via back gate at 5.30pm. Pool closes to public at 5.15pm.

2. Don’t forget that on the run, shoes must be worn & torso must be covered (that means singlet or t shirt for the guys).

3. No ipods allowed.

4. You can assist our registration & body numbering volunteers by

(a) having correct change (notes, not coins, is always appreciated)
(b) not applying sunscreen prior to body marking
(c) if participating in a team, please sign in together
(d) bringing your membership card

5. You can assist our timekeeping volunteers by

(a) keeping the finish line area clear
(b) not chatting to our timekeeping volunteers (distractions can cause times to be missed) while the event is in progress
(c) reporting your number to timekeepers if you “did not finish” .

FOR SALE/ WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: TREK Tri bike: Equinox 9.9 SSL 2009 Size S. Top of the line bike: OCLV carbon red frame, Sram RED group set and brakes, USE Aerobar. Beautiful orange bike. Unmarked. $4250. Contact David 0418 807 997

2. FOR SALE: FELT B2 TT Bike, Vision Aero Bars, Dura ace gearing, 54cm/Medium. Well used but well maintained and in good condition. No seat. $1000 Contact Grant 0418 686 172

3. FOR SALE: Timex Global Trainer GPS with HR strap. Brand new; in box, never opened. $180 call Stu 0418 437 075

4. FOR SALE: Chariot Cougar for sale. Bought 4 years ago at $1500 including accessories ~ jogging wheel, bike connection, stroller wheels and baby sling. It is red & blue & is in good condition. Only real wear & tear is the elastics that hold up the covers & a little bit of fading on the internal canvas. Also included are all the manuals that detail the safety issues etc. Asking $500. Contact Aly 0439 183 266.

5. FOR SALE: Avanti Sprint 2007. M (49-52 cm). New tires, token acrobats, shimano SPD pedals. Suit beginner. $200. Contact Juliette 0417 601 097

6. FOR SALE: Darwin Triathlon Club Tri Suits, Tri Pants, Tri Tops & Swimmers. Order online here – order closes Tuesday.

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

MEMBER FEEDBACK:

1. From Juliette Neve: “Our family is heading off to be Expats in Mozambique for a few years. We would have loved to have stayed in Darwin and I would have loved to have raced more within the club. What an amazing welcoming bunch you all are for members at all levels. Hopefully I can keep up the training. Thanks to all club members for the inspiration.”

2. From Paul Hollander: “I have been posted to the Blue Mountains and will not be back in Darwin for quite a few years now, unfortunately.

Thank you for all your efforts and support during my membership at the Tri club. It was a great experience that I'll be sure to continue whilst in NSW.”

OTHER NEWS:

1. Ironman World Champion Chrissie Wellington has announced she will be taking a break from racing this year. Wellington said, "I've given absolutely everything to Ironman over the past five years”.

"However, this year I would like to spend more time focusing on other pursuits including dedicating more time to my chosen charities, the publication of my book and more active promotion of the sport in the UK."

The tri world is buzzing with the news and much discussion centres on who will benefit most from her absence on the podium at Kona this year.

2. Also setting the tri world alight this week were comments on cyclists tweeted by hair loss know it all Shane Warne. Warne copped some serious tweet flack from the likes of Craig Alexander, Chris McCormack, Luke McKenzie et al

3. With some leaked images of the much awaited Cervelo P5 doing the rounds, Cervelo had to release a couple of pics ahead of the official launch.

4. Ray White Darwin will again sponsor our NT Sprint Distance Triathlon Championships (1 April). The event is also the final in our annual Sprint Series and is a selection points race for ITU Sprint Distance Triathlon World Championships in Auckland later this year.

5. Want to know more about how to gain selection for any of the Triathlon Australia 2012 Age Group Teams for ITU World Championship events?
Check out the selection criteria and nomination process here .

6. Tour Down Under got underway in Adelaide yesterday in 39 degrees and windy conditions. Spectacular crash … ouch !

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you are happy to be able to grab a hand of bananas again without thinking about the cost
… you wish “someone” would invent soft, leak resistant goggles
… you have already held your tri pants up to the light to check if they need to be binned.

See you all at Nightcliff Pool on Saturday,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 16 January 2012

2012-01-16T10:07:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

We kick back into action for 2012 with Race 1 of our Aquathlon Series taking place this Saturday. Judging by the numbers out training, you are all full of energy after the festive season and ready to have a good hit out.

I hope you received details of our latest order for club training and racing gear that went out at the end of last week.

There have been a few email gremlins of late, so my apologies if you didn’t get your copy. Please let me know if you would like details forwarded again.

RESULTS:

1. Telstra Tri Series, Champion Lakes, WA, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Paul MacKay 59.20 Female: Felicity Sheedy-Ryan 1.04.05

Derek Cross 6th M30-34 1.10.45

2. Sam White Memorial Aquathlon, SA, 250m swim, 1.7km run x 3

Male: Toby Williamson 33.23 Female: Rebecca O’Loughlin 36.38

Rob Weatherald 1st M50-54 35.55

3. Gatorade #3 Brighton, VIC, 500m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Elite Male: Brendan Sexton 52.23 Elite Female: Madeline Oldfield 59.25

Chad Anderson 13th Elite Male 55.24

ITU Jnr Male: Joel Tobin-White 52.38 ITU Jnr Female: Natalea Smith 1.01.29

4. TriShave Sprint Series, Kurnell, NSW, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Michael Prince 58.43 Female: Laura Siddell 1.06.21

5. Gatorade QTS #2, Robina, QLD, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Cameron Good 59.02 Female: Chloe Turner 1.06.23

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 21 January 2011
Nightcliff Pool
Race 1 Aquathlon Series
6pm (registration closes 5.45pm)
400m swim, 3km run

Event Status: CLUB (must be member to compete)

Roster:

Race Director: Daryl Stanley
Registration: Emma Winterflood / Robyn Stanley
Timekeeping: Nell Clarke / Rob Brooks

Fruit / Ice: Anna Goat

Note:

1. Entry to pool for our event is via back gate at 5.30pm. Pool closes to public at 5.15pm.

2. Don’t forget that on the run, shoes must be worn & torso must be covered (that means singlet or t shirt for the guys).

3. No ipods allowed.

4. You can assist our registration & body numbering volunteers by

(a) having correct change ($5 in note, not coins, is always appreciated)
(b) not applying sunscreen prior to body marking
(c) if participating in a team, please sign in together

5. You can assist our timekeeping volunteers by

(a) keeping the finish line area clear
(b) not chatting to our timekeeping volunteers (distractions can cause times to be missed) while the event is in progress
(c) reporting your number to timekeepers if you “did not finish” .

FOR SALE/ WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: TREK Tri bike: Equinox 9.9 SSL 2009 Size S. Top of the line bike: OCLV carbon red frame, Sram RED group set and brakes, USE Aerobar. Beautiful orange bike. Unmarked. $4250. Contact David 0418 807 997

2. FOR SALE: FELT B2 TT Bike, Vision Aero Bars, Dura ace gearing, 54cm/Medium. Well used but well maintained and in good condition. No seat. $1000 Contact Grant 0418 686 172

3. FOR SALE: Timex Global Trainer GPS with HR strap. Brand new; in box, never opened. $180 call Stu 0418 437 075

4. FOR SALE: Chariot Cougar for sale. Bought 4 years ago at $1500 including accessories ~ jogging wheel, bike connection, stroller wheels and baby sling. It is red & blue & is in good condition. Only real wear & tear is the elastics that hold up the covers & a little bit of fading on the internal canvas. Also included are all the manuals that detail the safety issues etc. Asking $500. Contact Aly 0439 183 266.

5. FOR SALE: Avanti Sprint 2007. M (49-52 cm). New tires, token acrobats, shimano SPD pedals. Suit beginner. $200. Contact Juliette 0417 601 097

6. FOR SALE: Moving to Mozambique sale: Setting up house?? White goods: freezer, fridge, washing machine. Timber cupboards, car (Hyundai Getz 2010 1.4L only 8000 km, black, 5 dr, reg till July). Contact Juliette 0417 601 097

7. FOR SALE: Darwin Triathlon Club Tri Suits, Tri Pants, Tri Tops & Swimmers. Order online here now.

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. We would like to sincerely thank James, the new area manager of BCF Darwin (Jape Homemaker Village), for donating a new water esky to the club after one of ours was damaged and spare parts could not be obtained.

2. Wow, the E News really works well. A number of bikes have changed hands since last week. Happy sellers and happy new owners !!

3. BoM is predicting the return of afternoon storms this week. This unseasonal weather has provided better than normal training conditions at this time of year and it’s going to be a shock to have to go back to dodging storms again.

4. Take care out there on the roads while riding. A few of our members were squeezed for space on Dick Ward Drive over the weekend, in what appeared to be a deliberate attempt to get as close as possible to them.

5. Great to catch up with Life Member Ernie Koch over the weekend. He really misses being able to participate in our events but that doesn’t mean he is idle. Ernie was out on his bike & looking in great shape. You may remember Ernie had knee surgery which unfortunately halted his running. He keeps up to date with everyone’s progress and is thrilled to see the continued development of our club.

6. Ben Sanders is heading for New Zealand for Challenge Wanaka this weekend. Good luck Ben.

7. We encourage those of you with threadbare training gear (hold your tri pants and swimmers up to the light … if you can see through them, chances are so can the rest of the world) to purchase replacements through our current order. Timing of order should have items back prior to our MTB tri.

8. It’s going to be a big year for our members. We have people down to compete in Ironman 70.3 Sri Lanka, Ironman 70.3 Singapore, IM Melbourne, Abu Dhabi, IM Australia, Geelong, IM European Championships, Mooloolaba, IM New Zealand, Challenge Wanaka, Challenge Cairns, IM New York, Ironman 70.3 Philippines, Cairns 2.80.20 and the list goes on. Want to help track? … if you or someone you know is competing away please let us know at darwintriclub89@bigpond.com .

9. And meanwhile at home, as well as a whole lot of club events, we have our NT Aquathlon Championships, Ray White Darwin NT Sprint Championships, Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Championships and NT Olympic Distance Championships all coming up before the end of June.

10. That’s going to require a lot of volunteers, so it’s great that our members are always willing to help out.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… your body chimes gel o’clock
... you can eat a banana or a vegemite sandwich .... on a long run
... the sight of broken glass on the road sends shivers up your spin

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 11 Jan 2011

2012-01-11T10:51:00.003+09:30

Hi All,

Great to see everyone out training so well. It can be a big effort in our conditions but necessary for those who have Challenge Wanaka, Geelong, Singapore 70.3, IM Melbourne, Mooloolaba etc etc coming up over the next few months.

Here at home, we kick off Saturday week (21 Jan) with Race 1 of our annual aquathlon series at Nightcliff Pool.

We are predicting we will reach a historical milestone for that event … we are about to welcome our 300th member for season 2011/2012. Who will it be ??

If you (or someone you know) want to participate in our events, please do so online via the link at www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub or www.triathlonnt.com.au and bring a copy of your membership receipt with you to the next event.

RESULTS:

1. JT Cycles Triathlon, West Lakes, SA, 700m swim, 19.5km bike, 4.8km run
Male: Paul Clarken 58.07 Female: Maria Kosztovits 1.02.31
Rob Weatherald 1st M50-54 1.04.19

2. Bridport Triathlon, TAS, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run
Male: Jonathan Buller 1.05.05 Female: kate Pedley 1.11.16
John Thyne 2nd M45-49 1.14.53

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 21 January 2011
Nightcliff Pool
Race 1 Aquathlon Series
6pm

400m swim, 3km run

Event Status: CLUB (must be member to compete)

Roster:

Race Director: Daryl Stanley
Registration: Emma Winterflood / Robyn Stanley
Timekeeping: Nell Clarke / Rob Brooks
Fruit / Ice: Anna Goat

FOR SALE/ WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Dual suspension mountain bike. 2011 Giant X1 Anthem, small frame. Full XT running gear, great condition, one lady owner! Perfect bike for tackling Timor. Selling with original XT wheels for $1,900 or with brand new American Classics inc. new race kings for $2,500. Selling due to upgrade. Contact Kiah 0402 009 112.

2. FOR SALE: FELT B2 TT Bike, Vision Aero Bars, Dura ace gearing, 54cm/Medium. Well used but well maintained and in good condition. No seat. $1000 Contact Grant 0418 686 172

3. FOR SALE: Timex Global Trainer GPS with HR strap. Brand new; in box, never opened. $180 call Stu 0418 437 075

4. FOR SALE: Trek Alloy road bike US Postal team bike; Blue/silver 54cm; Shimano wheels, shifters & brakes; Great condition - $500; Contact Bertram 0401 114 492

5. FOR SALE: Giant Halo 1 dual suspension mountain bike - black/silver - size medium. Hydraulic disc brakes as new condition. $900 Contact: Bertram 0401 114 492

6. FOR SALE: TREK Tri bike: Equinox 9.9 SSL 2009 Size S. Top of the line bike: OCLV carbon red frame, Sram RED group set and brakes, USE Aerobar. Beautiful orange bike. Unmarked. $4250. Contact David 0418 807 997

7. Items for next E News by 9pm Sunday please

MEMBER FEEDBACK:

1. Note to members from Erin Whitehead: “I moved from Darwin over the Christmas break and was disappointed I didn't join the tri club earlier in the 5 years we lived there! Husband and I have quit our jobs and packed up the house to head off and see the world, so I'll keep up training and slot into races when I can! It was a great club for a newbie to be part of; I'm addicted now and will definitely keep it up.

I missed the last tri for 2011 so didn't get a chance to come and say goodbye and thanks, but thank you to everyone for being so welcoming, especially the encouragement along the runs, and for my efforts on the mountain bike against all those road bikes!”

OTHER NEWS:

1. If you click on the link you will be directed to a Parks and Wildlife page which has a survey (under the second photo down ). It has been suggested that we get as many of our Tri Club as possible to fill it out with a request for a better shoulder on Lee Point road or even a separate cycle path away from the road. It doesn’t hurt to dream. http://www.nretas.nt.gov.au/national-parks-and-reserves/parks/find/casuarina The survey itself doesn’t take long.

2. The Court of Arbitration for Sport has dismissed the appeal by British triathlete Harry Wiltshire to overturn his 6-month suspension for unsportsmanlike conduct. You will remember that Harry did a bit of blocking to the advantage of the Brownlee boys (as if they needed it).

3. Rob Weatherald raced in Adelaide last weekend. Rob says the wind was so strong, they were averaging 60 kph at one stage.

4. The annual Santos Tour Down Under kicks off in SA from 15 January.

5. It appears some spring cleaning may have been happening over the holiday period. Check out the for sale / wanted section for some great bargains.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you are disappointed if your favourite run cap is in the wash
… you are eagerly looking forward to finding out who will get the remaining Olympic tri spots for Oz
… you think an Ironman is easier than a marathon ‘cause you don’t have to start off by running fast

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 11 Jan 2011

2012-01-11T10:51:00.002+09:30

Robyn's E News 9/1/2012

2012-01-09T16:18:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

Here’s E News #1 for 2012 …..

While many remained at home, lots of members also headed off to all corners of Australia and beyond over the holiday period. I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas (where ever you spent it) and wish you all a Happy New Year.

As is usual at this time of year, we have farewelled a number of our members who have left the Territory for greener job pastures, and we wish them all the best with their endeavours.

On the up side we have also had a number of new arrivals to Darwin. Thanks to all those who have been in touch to enquire about joining and wish to ensure you of a very warm welcome to what we think is the best tri club in Australia !!.

Membership is online via the link on our website: www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub or the state association website: www.triathlonnt.com.au .

RESULTS:

1. Darwin Triathlon Club Pointscore leaders at 31 December 2011

U 20: Joseph White / Louise Jettner

20-29: Justin Tranter / Kyle Gaffel

30-39: Brett Verity / Ryoko Jones

40-49: Ron Griep / Jo Duncan

50-59: Rob Weatherald / Moira Wigley

60-69: Daryl Stanley / Monica Stewart

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

Male: Luke Bell 54.56 Female: Kate Murphy 1.03.03

Chad Anderson 2nd Elite M 57.28

3. Port of Tauranga Half, NZ, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Cameron Brown 3.53.42 Female: Joanna Lawn 4.22.54

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 21 January 2011

Nightcliff Pool

Race 1 Aquathlon Series

6pm

400m swim, 3km run

Event Status: CLUB (must be member to compete)

Roster:

Race Director: Daryl Stanley

Registration: Emma Winterflood / Robyn Stanley

Timekeeping: Volunteer required / Rob Brooks

Fruit / Ice: Anna Goat

SO YOU WANT TO HELP OUT:

1. We have a fantastic volunteer culture amongst our club members but for some of our newer members it can be all a bit of a mystery so the following may get you started.

Body Marking for Beginners:

1. Here are some simple instructions for those assisting with writing numbers on competitors at events

2. Numbers should be written on both arms (this allows timekeepers to move to different positions and still have a clear view of competitors)

3. Numbers are always written down the side of the arms. eg 1 5 3 would appear as:

1

5

3

4. There are years of experience behind this instruction - it is easier for timekeepers to read a number going down an arm than around it, especially as competitors dash past.

5. Numbers should always be in plain block print. NO FANCY WRITING please. eg a crossed seven can be confused with a four (4) or if smudged, can be mistaken for a nine. A flowery 3 or 5 can be confused as an 8.

6. Pens don’t work well on sweaty bodies or when athletes have applied sunscreen. We keep a roll of kitchen paper in the race box to wipe down arms.

7. There are usually spare waterproof black marker pens in the race box.

8. Now you know body marking basics, please feel free to grab a marker pen at the next event & help at registration for awhile.

9. Competitors can also assist by not applying sunscreen or insect repellent prior to being body marked and if you are of the hot, sweaty, hairy arm & leg variety, bring a towel to wipe down before presenting your appendage to be marked.

TRIATHLON NT NEWS:

1. Triathlon NT welcomes Belinda Birk to the position of EO. Belinda commenced her part time position on 1 Jan 2012.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Timex Global Trainer GPS with HR strap. Brand new; in box, never opened. $180 call Stu 0418 437 075

2. FOR SALE: Trek Alloy road bike US Postal team bike; Blue/silver 54cm; Shimano wheels, shifters & brakes; Great condition - $500; Contact Bertram 0401 114 492

3. FOR SALE: Giant Halo 1 dual suspension mountain bike - black/silver - size medium. Hydraulic disc brakes as new condition. $900 Contact: Bertram 0401 114 492

4. FOR SALE: TREK Tri bike: Equinox 9.9 SSL 2009 Size S. Top of the line bike: OCLV carbon red frame, Sram RED group set and brakes, USE Aerobar. Beautiful orange bike. Unmarked. $4250. Contact David 0418 807 997

5. Items for next E News by 9pm Wednesday please

OTHER NEWS:

1. Nathan Dwyer is thinking life is pretty good after he ran into a car that did a u-turn in front of him on East Point Road, just before Xmas. We hope it’s not too long before he is fully recovered. Nathan may be still somewhat sore and sorry but good news is the bike is ok !

2. A timely reminder to watch your valuables if swimming at Lake Alexander. John Thyne went for a swim around Christmas and left his keys, a singlet and pair of shoes on the grass at the end of the lake. When he got back it had all been stolen. There were quite a few people hanging around but no one saw anything.

3. The road to Mandorah has been given a bit of a flogging of late with a number of members taking the opportunity of extra holiday time on their hands to ride from Darwin to the pub and/or the pub to Darwin.

4. We need only one new member to join to tick over 300 members for 2011/2012.

5. More car/bike togetherness: New Zealand pro Kieran Doe missed the Port of Tauranga Half after being hit by a car on Wednesday sustaining a fractured wrist, a "beat up shoulder", tendon damage in his hands and he was concussed. But wait there’s more, this isn’t the first time it’s happened. NZ drivers must be shockers, as Doe has been hit six times by motorists, resulting in five concussions and many other injuries.

6. Swim and run squads are now all back to normal.

7. Uniform order – need a new tri suit or training gear? A club order will be done shortly … watch your inbox for more details.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you used Christmas/New Year as an opportunity to ramp up your run (bike/swim) kilometres

… you were upset that the pool was closed on New Years Day

… you finally got to finish Macca’s book

Safe Training,

Cheers,

Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

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Robyn's E News 19 December 2011

2011-12-29T16:05:00.002+09:30

Photo: Start time Christmas Splash N Dash

Hi All,

Friday evening’s Christmas Splash N Dash was a huge success, weather & attendance wise ! We certainly had an increase in the number of Santas racing, the reindeers were also very active and tinsel was sparkling ! Great touch with the finish line lolly bags don’t you think?

A huge thank you to Rob Weatherald who puts his very individual stamp on this event each year and who had the seniors and the juniors hopping ! Thanks also to junior coordinator Jason Jones who assisted Robbie and also to our many volunteers who helped make the event a successful end of year outing.

President Phil Hatty and your Darwin Triathlon Club committee would like to thank all members, from the youngest to oldest who have raced this year, all our wonderful volunteers who have given of their time, our coaches who have continued to assist members to achieve their goals and our sponsors who have contributed to our events … together we have had another fantastic year of triathlon and we look forward to bringing our members more of the same in 2012.

Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year !. Stay safe out there on the roads if you are driving or riding and we will see you all again at our first event for 2012 – Race 1 of our Aquathlon Series at Nightcliff Pool.

RESULTS:

1. Christmas Splash N Dash (provisional), Nightcliff Pool, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run

1 Brett Verity 18.10; 2 Tim Green 18.36; 3 Lee Wilson 18.41; 4 Heath Porter 18.54; 5 Marcus Lisle 19.56; 6 John Arrigo 20.01; 7 Jason Cook 20.03; 8 Pete Brady 20.09; 9 David McLeod 20.22; 10 Tony Cox 20.28; 11 Derek Cross 20.30; 12 Jim Eadie 20.41; 13 Grant Preddy 20.53; 14 Brian Gallagher 21.00; 15 Stef Puszka 21.21; 16 John Thyne 21.33; 17 Joseph White 21.37; 18 Glenn Woodrow 21.39; 19 Chris Jessop 21.42; 20 Matt King 21.46; 21 Daniel Eakins 22.08; 22 Simon Cruickshank 22.15; 23 Blue Watt 22.24; 24 Haydn Whitty 22.27; 25 Trevor Moses 22.37; 26 Team Connor McLeod/Angelika Hannon; 27 Glen Scholz 22.51; 28 Emma Winterflood 22.58; 29 Ryoko Jones 23.19; 30 Belinda Birk 23.27; 31 Kathy McKay 23.32; 32 Emmett Hartung 23.41; 33 Kylie Gaffel 23.42; 34 Lisa Eadie 23.52 35 Rowena Eastick 24.08; 36 Nathan Dwyer 24.20; 37 Stu Fitch 24.25; 38 Shaye Hatty 24.26; 39 Bella Hatty 24.46; 40 Simon Wiese 24.55; 41 Nell Clark 25.30; 42 Col Smith 26.08; 43 Daryl Stanley 26.16; 44 Amanda Brain 26.22; 45 Team Librio/Sherrock 26.24; 46 Mackinlay Stirrat 26.25; 47 Phil Blumberg 26.56; 48 Alexis Marshall 26.58; 49 Monica Stewart 26.59; 50 Joy Glass 27.01; 51 Jo Duncan 27.02; 52 Gus McLachlan 27.05; 53 Barry Sullivan 27.12; 54 Andrew Castle 27.20; 55 Moira Wigley 27.22; 56 Heidi Allan 27.31; 57 Lachlan Hatty 27.34; 58 Joanne Ellis 27.36; 59 Team Milne/Mitchell 27.37; 60 Piotr Janus 27.38; 61 Emma Cook 27.44; 62 Bill Piper 27.50; 63 Sally Garnett 27.54; 64 Belinda Townend 27.55; 65 ? 28.27; 66 Jane Marie Kerslake 28.37; 67 Bertram Birk 28.38; 68 Graeme Parsons 29.01; 69 Matt Scholar 29.21; 70 Leanne Abel 29.57; 71 Lucy Thompson 30.24; 72 Team Peter Stephens 30.39; 73 Rose Stephens 30.56

2. Telstra Tri Series, WA, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Troy Main 1.01.41 Female: Katey Gibb 1.09.00

3. Canberra Olympic, ACT, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Nuru Somi 1.54.49 Female: Kym Jaenke 2.09.39

NEXT EVENT:

Saturday 21 January 2011
Nightcliff Pool
Race 1 Aquathlon Series

6pm
400m swim, 3km run
Event Status: CLUB (must be member to compete)

Roster:

Race Director: Daryl Stanley
Registration: Emma Winterflood / Robyn Stanley
Timekeeping: Sue Parora / Rob Brooks
Fruit / Ice: Anna Goat

TRAINING UPDATES:

1. Juniors Track Session: Last session Monday 19 December, recommencing Monday 9 January

2. Juniors Tuesday Cas Pool: finished for the year, recommencing Tuesday 10 January

3. Friday Track:Last session Friday 23 December, recommencing Friday 6 January.

4. Nightcliff Pool Swim Squad: last session Thursday 22 December, recommencing Tuesday 3 January

5. Open Water Swim Squad: Last session today Monday 19 December 5.30pm, recommencing Monday 9 January

FOR SALE / WANTED:

1. FOR SALE: Trek Alloy road bike US Postal team bike; Blue/silver 54cm; Shimano wheels, shifters & brakes; Great condition - $500; Contact Bertram 0401 114 492

2. FOR SALE: Giant Halo 1 dual suspension mountain bike - black/silver - size medium. Hydraulic disc brakes as new condition. $900 Contact: Bertram 0401 114 492

3. FOR SALE: Orbea Ordu GDR (GOLD) 48cm full carbon TT bike. New condition, v. low kms; Dura Ace 7900 group set. Mavic Ksyrium “Race” trainings wheels; no pedals. Very nice bike. Asking $2995 for quick sale, over $10K new. Suit M or F to 169cm/5’7”; Contact Stu 0418 437 075

4. FOR SALE: HED 40/50 tubular carbon race wheels with new Conti GP tubulars $700. Contact Stu 0418 437 075

5. FOR SALE: Garmin Forerunner 405 includes USB Ant stick, heart rate monitor, charger & instructions. Purchased April this year.

$200.00 - Contact Tori 0407 761 143

6. WANTED: Ladies' entry level tri bike, suitable for 160cm height. Contact Jo 0435 826 711

7. FOR SALE: Vibram FiveFingers Men's Bikila LS shoes - size 44 (approx US size 11) - Green/Grey/Black - Never worn, bought in US by a friend and they don't fit me (devastated) - $130 – Contact James 0421 076 665

OTHER NEWS:

1. Emma Moffat and Brad Kahlefeldt are Australia’s first two triathlon selection nominations for the 2012 London Olympics. The Australia Olympic Committee will confirm the team of up to three men and three women in June.

2. Racing away over Christmas & early New Year or know someone who is? A quick email heads up would be appreciated for which results to track and where.

3. Photos from Xmas Splash n Dash will be up on Flickr soon. Also check our Facebook page and don’t forget to LIKE us !

4. E News will be back early in the New Year. I hope you have enjoyed the E News during the year, I’ve certainly enjoyed bringing it to you. A big thank you to those who have contributed, always appreciated !

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you are thinking of all the extra training you can do during the Xmas/New Year break
… your New Year resolution is to pay more attention to your nutrition
… you are seriously considering giving up alcohol in the lead up to your goal event

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 14 December 2011

2011-12-14T11:51:00.003+09:30

Hi All,

Got your Christmas cheer gear sorted for Friday evening?? At the very least we hope to see a lot of tinsel !!

Friday’s Splash N Dash is the last event on our calendar for 2011 so we hope many of you can make it down to Nightcliff Pool for this combined Junior/Senior event which is always very enjoyable. Don’t forget to save some energy for the traditional jnr/snr relay.

RESULTS:

1. Taupo Half Ironman, NZ, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run
Male: Callum Millward 3.56.16 Female: Sam Warriner 4.24.37

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 16 December 2011
Christmas Splash N Dash (Combined Junior / Senior event)
Nightcliff Pool

6pm (registration closes 5.45pm)

Seniors:
1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run

Juniors:

Various distances to suit
Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Kylie Gaffel / Justin Tranter
Timekeeping: Simon Jeggo / Peta Jeggo
Fruit / Ice: Maree McLachlan / Glenn Woodrow

EVENT STATUS: CLUB (must be member to participate)

Note:

1. Joining this week? Please bring copy of your receipt with you to registration.

2. Torsos must be covered on the run (read … guys you need to wear a tri suit, singlet or tshirt on the run).

3. We have the pool booked from 5.15pm. Please enter from the back gate. If you wish to arrive earlier and swim you will need to pay pool entry.

4. To assist our timekeepers to get all results, please move well clear of the finish line once you have completed your event. If you pull out for any reason, please advise the timekeepers to make a note that you are a dnf .

5. Christmas theme is encouraged. Reindeer ears, Santa beards, jingle bells etc all welcome !

6. Thanks to the generosity of David Hancock, Power & Water, & Monkey Bar Gym we have some wonderful lucky draw prizes for Friday. We would still like to source others. Can you help? Please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Orbea Ordu GDR (GOLD) 48cm full carbon TT bike. New condition, v. low kms; Dura Ace 7900 group set. Mavic Ksyrium “Race” trainings wheels; no pedals. Very nice bike. Asking $2995 for quick sale, over $10K new. Suit M or F to 169cm/5’7”; Contact Stu 0418 437 075

2. FOR SALE: HED 40/50 tubular carbon race wheels with new Conti GP tubulars $700. Contact Stu 0418 437 075

3. WANTED: Club member required accommodation for the end of Jan onwards. Quiet, easy going bloke looking for quiet room/granny flat to move into at the end of Jan. Contact Dan 0404 667 945

4. LOST: Did someone pick up Col Smith’s goggles at the last event at Lake Alex? They are big type, light blue with flat straps clear lenses. Contact Col 0408 830 411

5. FOUND: Silver Casio Ladies Watch at last event. Email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

6. Items for E News by 8pm Sunday (last chance to advertise for 2011).

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

... you meant to get that "for sale" advt in today's E News but ...

... you wear the equivalent of a small lap top computer on your wrist, so you know among other things, where you are, how long it took to get there and how far it is from A to B.

... when your wine rack is full of empty bidon bottles

Safe Training,

Cheers,

Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 12 December 2011

2011-12-14T11:46:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

A quick glance at the results below speaks volumes – Darwin Triathlon Club members have been active here at home as well as all around Australia and overseas doing what they do best – swim, bike, run and having fun !

I hear the Splash N Dash at Lake Alex went well. Thanks to RD Chris Jessop for his efforts with this event. Chris also had a work Xmas function to attend that evening, so we doubly appreciate his volunteering. Chris was assisted by others on roster and many who just put up their hand to help on the day. Charlie Birk again provided water safety and his willingness to assist at many of our recent events is much appreciated.

We rely solely on volunteer effort to bring our members the many events on our calendar. It is difficult to name them all, so we don’t attempt to but please know, that as a volunteer, your contribution is highly valued !

RESULTS:

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

1. Brett Verity 24.19; 2 Tim Green 24.34; 3 Mitch Ward 25.02; 4 Rob Weatherald 25.30; 5 Ron Griep 25.47; 6 Derek Cross 25.50; 7 John Arrigo 25.53; 8 Ian Pollock 26.21; 9 Tony Cox 26.58; 10 Stef Puszka 27.06; 11 John Thyne 27.18; 12 Chris Batenburg 27.26; 13 Brian Gallagher 27.35; 14 Bill Pettit 28.13; 15 Dale Berk 28.20; 16 Paul Bell 29.12; 17 Team Wigley/Wong 29.27; 18 Belinda Birk 30.01; 19 Vicki Woodrow 30.18; 20 Damien Brown 30.22; 21 Louise Jettner 30.31; 22 Kathy McKay 30.40; 23 Emmett Hartung 30.43; 24 Rowena Eastick 31.04; 25 Shaye Hatty 31.17; 26 Emma Muntz 31.26; 27 Peta Jeggo 31.29; 28 Amy Pallentine 31.34; 29 Paul Usher 32.04; 30 Nathan Dwyer 32.12; 31 Colin Smith 32.24; 32 Monique Eliseo 32.29; 33 James Lugg 32.34; 34 Nell Clarke 33.15; 35 Rosie Sullivan 33.37; 36 Team Librio/Sherrock 33.42; 37 Joy Glass 33.47; 38 Priscilla Lenne 33.49; 39 Tass Liveris 33.50; 40 Paula Monaghan 33.51; 41 Tara Worby 33.56; 42 Kate Richardson 34.07; 43 Erin Whitehead 34.41; 44 Alexis Marshall 34.42; 45 David Hancock 34.51; 46 Barry Sullivan 36.52; 47 Craig Leach 37.19; 48 Graeme Parsons 37.21; 49 Camilla Michie 37.52; 50 Sean Killiner dnf; 51 Daniel O’Brien dnf; 52 Belinda Townend dnf; 53 Bella Hatty dnf

2. Ironman 70.3 Asia Pacific Championships, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Michael Raelert 3.51.36 Female: Melissa Rollinson 4.17.01

Marcus Lisle 5th M30-34 4.37.14

Russell Peacock 15th M30-34 4.49.03

Steve Goat 24th M30-34 5.02.08

Simon Casey 25th M30-34 5.02.09

Justin Tranter 16th M25-29 5.14.25

Haydn Whitty 18th M25-29 5.21.46

Ryoko Jones 7th F35-39 5.24.42

Kylie Gaffel 2nd F25-29 5.25.45

Grant Preddy 21st M25-29 5.28.06

Daniel Eakins 66th M35-39 5.41.03

Matt King 5th M18-24 5.45.05

Kate Robertson 7th F25-29 5.45.10

Daryl Stanley 5th M60-64 6.09.44

Robyn Stanley 1st F55-59 6.27.35

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

Male: Timo Bracht 8.12.39 Michelle Bremer 9.25.38

Michelle Mitchell 2nd Pro F 9.28.07

Ali Croser 3rd F40-44 10.46.28

Sue Parora 8th F40-44 11.04.36

David Croser 68th M40-44 11.27.56

Phil Blumberg 15th M55-59 12.45.45

Mark Anzin dnf
Rob Brooks dnf

4. Gatorade Elwood, Vic, 1.4km run, 20km bike, 5km run
Male: Jamie Huggett 52.43 Female: Erin Densham 59.41

Stef Puszka 3rd F25-29 1.06.48
5. Ironman 70.3 Canberra, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Tim Reed 4.00.46 Female: Lisa Marangon 4.24.41

John Arrigo 26th M30-34 4.47.58
Heath Porter 29th M30-34 4.50.32
Jac Crofton 3rd F35-39 5.05.19
Ron Griep 16th M45-49 5.09.02
Jim Eadie 24th M45-49 5.18.41
Simon Cruickshank 30th M45-49 5.22.49
Chad Anderson M Pro dnf

6. Qld Tri Series Raby Bay, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Ben Shaw 55.38 Female: Danielle Defrancesco 1.01.37
Kylie Gaffel 3rd F25-29 1.11.27

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 16 December 2011
Christmas Splash N Dash (Combined Junior / Senior event)
Nightcliff Pool

6pm (registration closes 5.45pm)

Seniors:

1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run

Juniors:

Various distances

Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Kylie Gaffel / Justin Tranter
Timekeeping: Simon Jeggo / Peta Jeggo
Fruit / Ice: Maree McLachlan / Glenn Woodrow

Note:

1. Christmas theme is encouraged. Reindeer ears, Santa beards, jingle bells etc all welcome !

2. Thanks to the generosity of David Hancock we have a couple of wonderful lucky draw prizes already but we would still like to source others. Can you help? Please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Garmin Forerunner 405 includes USB Ant stick, heart rate monitor, charger & instructions. Purchased April this year.
$200.00 - Contact Tori 0407 761 143

2. WANTED: Ladies' entry level tri bike, suitable for 160cm height. Contact Jo 0435 826 711

3. FOR SALE: Vibram FiveFingers Men's Bikila LS shoes - size 44 (approx US size 11) - Green/Grey/Black - Never worn, bought in US by a friend and they don't fit me (devastated) - $130 – Contact James 0421 076 665

4. Items for next E News by 9pm tomorrow please

OTHER NEWS:

1. Good news from Ironman 70.3 Asia Pacific Championships with Kylie Gaffel & yours truly securing slots for 2012 Ironman World Championships in Hawaii next October.

2. And Jac Crofton took a slot for IM 70.3 World Champs in Las Vegas (Sept) with her 3rd place in Canberra 70.3 yesterday.

3. The weather has again played havoc with races. The bike course for IM 70.3 Asia Pacific is a real tough ask but when the heavens opened and it bucketed cats and dogs it became heart in mouth stuff, especially on the very steep descents. As well, one section of the road completely disappeared underwater – exhilarating stuff !

4. Those in Canberra 70.3 also copped some storm activity in the swim and bike and in Melbourne, the Elwood race swim was replaced by a run after torrential overnight rain made the swim unsafe.

5. 2012 IM WA sold out in an hour.

6. Ironman 70.3 Singapore is one of the few races that actually publish its entry list live. Currently sitting at 860, this traditionally fills up over Christmas/New Year so if you are thinking about it, I’d suggest you get your entry in soon.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you can travel overseas with a bike box & back pack & survive for a week (relying on event finish shirt for a change of clothes)

… you know more names of Hawaii Ironman winners than Australian Prime Ministers

...you say encouraging words when you pass someone on the run (it's a kind of unwritten bond that says we're all in this race together)

Safe Training,

Cheers,

Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 30 November 2011

2011-11-30T15:05:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

As we are all extremely busy at this time of year, this is a very quick E News to let you know what’s coming up over the next few weeks. We are at Lake Alexander this Friday evening and then our final event for 2011 takes place at Nightcliff Pool on Friday 16 December.

NEXT EVENTS:

1. Friday 2 December 2011

Splash N Dash

Lake Alexander

6pm (Registration closes 5.45pm)

300m swim, 2km run x 2

Event status: CLUB (must be a member to participate).

Race Director: Chris Jessop

Registration: Paul Bell / Priscilla Lenne

Timekeeping: Jo Duncan / Georgina Horton

Fruit / Ice: Stuart Stacey

Note:

1. Torso must be covered during run. Guys, this means t shirt or singlet. Bare chest = DQ

2. Remember the Aeroguard.

2. Friday 16 December 2011

Christmas Splash N Dash (Combined Junior / Senior event)

Nightcliff Pool

6pm

Seniors:

1km run, 200m swim, 1km run, 200m swim, 1km run

Juniors:

Various distances

Roster for Christmas Splash N Dash

Race Director: Rob Weatherald
Registration: Kylie Gaffel / Justin Tranter
Timekeeping: Simon Jeggo / Peta Jeggo
Fruit / Ice: Maree McLachlan / Glenn Woodrow

Note:

1. Christmas theme is encouraged. Reindeer ears, Santa beards, jingle bells etc all welcome !

2. Thanks to the generosity of David Hancock we have a couple of wonderful lucky draw prizes already but we would still like to source others. Can you help? Please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE - Vibram FiveFingers Men's Bikila LS shoes - size 44 (approx US size 11) - Green/Grey/Black - Never worn, bought in US by a friend and they don't fit me (devastated) - $130 - Contact James 0421 076 665

2. Items for next E News by 8pm Sunday 11 December 2011

OTHER NEWS:

1. Your next E News won’t hit your inbox until Monday 12 December 2011 – enjoy the break !

2. Spotted in amongst the select few to met and greet Cadel Evans yesterday were Emma Winterflood, Belinda Birk, Col Smith, Shaye Hatty, Brett Verity, Bertram Birk and Matt King. Was anyone else lucky enough to be there?

3. Photos from Waterfront Splash N Dash are up on our club Flickr.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …
... you are just waiting for the day that Garmin’s are about half their current size

… a Qantas bike box and a carry on bag are all you take for a week away

… you are either planning to train the house down over the Christmas New Year break or do absolutely nothing !

Safe Training,

Cheers,

Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 28 November 2011

2011-11-30T15:01:00.003+09:30

Hi All,

It’s crazy time again. From the frantic shopping taking place and the dashing around to various functions by many of us, one would think Christmas is next week. But no, it’s November last time I looked & we still have two events before Santa comes. !

Our next event is at Lake Alexander this Friday evening and is the second of our wet season Splash N Dashes. A reminder that the distance for this event has been shortened to a very doable and enjoyable 300m swim, 2km run x 2 instead of the x3 originally listed. Teams welcome.

Don’t forget to cross off Friday 16 December 2011 6pm on your calendars …. that’s our special Christmas Splash N Dash at Nightcliff Pool. Not to be missed, this event also has our juniors in action. For those who haven’t done it before, seniors and juniors also team up for a relay after our listed events, and it’s the best event of the year !!

RESULTS:

1. Wagga Ultimate Triathlon, 2km swim, 120km bike, 20km run
Male: Aaron Farlow 4.42.03 Female: Ali Fitch 5.46.50

2. Laguna Phuket Triathlon, 1.8km swim, 55km bike, 12km run
Male: Massimo Gigano 2.32.51 Female: Radka Vodickova 2.54.32

3. Ballarat Triathlon, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run
Male: Stephane Vander Bruggan 1.52.58 Female: Lyndal Drew 2.05.26

Chad Anderson 1st Open Male 1.54.34

4. Ironman Cozumel, Mexico, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run
Male: Michael Lovato 8.23.52 Female: Simone Benz 9.14.08

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 2 December 2011
Splash N Dash
Lake Alexander

6pm
300m swim, 2km run x 2

STATUS: CLUB (must be a member to participate).

Race Director: Chris Jessop
Registration: Paul Bell / Priscilla Lenne
Timekeeping: Jo Duncan / Georgina Horton
Fruit / Ice: Stuart Stacey

JUNIOR NEWS:

1. Another good turnout for the juniors yesterday at Nightcliff Pool.

2. The youngsters opted for an enduro event which the kids embraced with gusto.

3. A swim run x 2 course was set and the sub juniors lead the way after another solid warm up session. The juniors and seniors were set off soon after in the hot wet season conditions. All competitors completed the course and joined in for a quick teams one lap sprint after the race.

4. All are now looking forward to joining in the Xmas event with the adults in 3 weeks.

5. Thanks to all those who assisted at the event. It was fantastic to see a couple of senior club members come down to support the juniors and help with running the event. Special thanks to Charlie Birk who provided water safety for the juniors.

COMMITTEE NEWS:

1. He is back. President Phill Hatty returned to Darwin last week. Welcome home Phill.

2. WANTED – LUCKY DRAW PRIZE/S FOR OUR CHRISTMAS SPLASH N DASH ~ Are you in a position to provide a lucky draw prize for our Christmas Splash n Dash? If so we would love to hear from you. Please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: For sale - pacific trailer/pram about 2 years old, our lovely children cut out the fly screen but the rain cover and everything else is in great condition. No longer needed as kids are too big to fit it now. $50.00 pick up Lyons or at Lake Alex on Friday evening.

Contact Alex 0400 845 880

2. WANTED TEAM MEMBER: Runner wanted for team for Splash N Dash this Friday. Contact Moira 0413 331 217

3. FOR SALE: Asics Gel Noosa Tri shoes – US 9.5 or 10. There must be a Cinderella out there who fits these. $50 ono. Contact Dan 0404 667 945

4. FOR SALE: Full carbon road bike – Large frame, suits 185 cm tall (plus or minus). Looking for $1500. Need to reduce the number of bikes and sadly this one lost. Also have a couple of mountain bikes that can disappear to a good home for reasonable offer. Contact Dan 0404 667 945

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. I think everyone who owned a bike got out and rode on Saturday morning ! That new bike path out to Howard Springs is rapidly becoming a bike super highway !

2. Many of our members were among the crowd participating in the Variety Santa Fun Run last night.

3. Those heading to Busselton this week for IM WA include Michelle Mitchell, Phil Blumberg, Ali Croser, Dave Croser, Sue Parora, Rob Brooks and Mark Anzin. Good luck to all.

4. We also have members heading to IM 70.3 Asia Pacific Championships in Phuket. They include Simon Casey, Grant Preddy, Matt King, Haydn Whitty, Daniel Eakins, Daryl Stanley, Kylie Gaffel, Russell Peacock, Robyn Stanley, Ryoko Jones, Kate Robertson, Justin Tranter, Steve Goat and Marcus Lisle. Wish them luck as well if you see them before they depart.

5. Tim Green was out on a run past the junior event yesterday & we hear he was left behind by some quicker juniors who were mid race!!

6. Which club member (male) is earning lots of kudos from the kids for his birthday cake decorating skills?

7. Tour de Timor 2012 has opened for early bird entries. Is that why there are so many 2011 survivors still out there on mtbs?

8. Don't forget that member priority entry for the Dextro Energy Triathlon Sydney will open tomorrow for a 24hr period - for Triathlon Australia members only! Refer links and entry code on your direct email from TA.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

...you can spot a results anomaly at first glance
...you can happily discuss the merits of the various electrolyte replacement options over dinner & your fellow diners enthusiastically join in
...you haven't watched TV in weeks

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 23 November 2011

2011-11-23T20:37:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

Our young juniors will be in action at Nightcliff Pool on Sunday morning (event start 8am). If you are going past, call in and encourage the triathletes of tomorrow and perhaps help out with some setting up, marshalling or packing up.

RESULTS:

1. Murray Man Triathlon, SA, 2km swim, 80km bike, 20km run

Male: Xavier Coppock 4.08.20 Female: Felicity Lloyd 4.26.56
Clinton Luxford 8th M30-34 5.43.43

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 2 December 2011
Splash N Dash
Lake Alexander
6pm

300m swim, 2km run x 2

Race Director: Chris Jessop

Registration: Paul Bell / Priscilla Lenne
Timekeeping: Jo Duncan / Georgia Horton
Fruit / Ice: Stuart Stacey

CHANGE OF DISTANCE:

1. Please note change of distance of our next event to 300m swim, 2km run x 2.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Asics Gel Noosa Tri shoes – US 9.5 or 10. There must be a Cinderella out there who fits these. $50 ono. Contact Dan 0404 667 945

2. FOR SALE: Full carbon road bike – Large frame, suits 185 cm tall (plus or minus). Looking for $1500. Need to reduce the number of bikes and sadly this one lost. Also have a couple of mountain bikes that can disappear to a good home for reasonable offer. Contact Dan 0404 667 945

3. FOR SALE: 2009 XS/52 Women's Marin Portofina Road Racing bike with Shimano gears, brakes etc. $750 It is in perfect condition and only done 344km. It was purchased in May 2010 from K9 Cycles for $1155 and has a trip computer, bottle holder (x2) and pedals which accommodate clip in shoes or normal shoes. It’s an absolutely beautiful bike to ride and I’m only selling to help pay for my daughter's operation. Contact Leah 0417 848 611 to view (located in Gunn).

4. ACCOMMODATION WANTED: New club member looking for house-sitting/room for rent for 3 weeks from 2nd December. Heading back to UK for 3-4 weeks at Xmas, then returning to Darwin, so also looking for accommodation from mid-January. Non-smoker, tidy and pet friendly! Contact Jo 0435 826 711

5. FOUND: Waterfront Splash N Dash, sunglasses. Email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

6. Items for next E News by Sunday 9pm please.

MEMBERSHIP CARDS:

1. Triathlon NT advises there was a glitch in distribution of some membership cards. This occurred in the early stages of introducing the new TA database and membership system.

2. If you haven’t yet received your membership card and you joined more than 6 weeks ago, please email TA’s National Participation and Member Services Manager at alexandra.fehon@triathlon.org.au giving your name, date of payment (from your receipt) and include your member number.

3. Alex will then arrange to have your membership card forwarded. Apologies for any members this has impacted on.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Date Claimer: Fannie Bay Swim 1 July 2012 (1pm)

2. Entry for Bali International Triathlon (24 June 2012) is now open. This Olympic distance event will have a new bike course next year. There is also a sprint distance and a 5km fun run. Further information & entry: http://www.goadventureasia.com/BIT/bit.htm

3. Cairns 2.80.20 entry opened yesterday. Challenge Cairns entry still open.

4. Ironman 70.3 Yeppoon (Aug 2012) entry opens 1 December.

5. Triathlon Australia’s latest member newsletter contains links and codes for member priority entry for Sydney Triathlon (Olympic distance). Didn’t get the email? – sign up for Newsletters on www.triathlon.org.au )

6. Ironman 70.3 Singapore (March 2012) entry also open. Lots of member names on that competitor list. Traditionally fills fast around Xmas/New Year.

7. A couple of significant “0” birthdays this week with Shaye Hatty (Monday) and Monica Stewart (tomorrow) officially entering their new age categories. Happy birthday Shaye and Mon !

8. Drink up, it’s pretty hot and sweaty out there at the moment.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you happily pay $9 for a pair of elastic laces
… you know the location of every accessible tap within a 10km radius of your home
… with lycra in mind, your washing machine is permanently set to delicate

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 21 November 2011

2011-11-21T09:25:00.003+09:30

Photo: Belinda leads competitors to the start of Splash N Dash #1 at the Waterfront

Hi All,

Friday night Splash n Dash at the Waterfront was another huge success in more ways than one. We had an enormous turnout of competitors and almost as many come down to watch, help out or just take the opportunity to catch up.

Another highlight was that our female competitors outnumbered the guys!!! And given our Race Director was Belinda Birk it was a wonderful showcase of girl power!

Our thanks to Belinda for the many hours of preparation put into this event. The waterfront venue throws up a few more than usual challenges for RD’s and Belinda handled them all on our behalf.

Bin had a fantastic crew of helpers assisting on the evening and we sincerely thank you all for your efforts. We would also like to thank Trampoline, Wildburger, PowerWater and the Waterfront for their support of our event. The location also meant competitors got plenty of encouragement from Waterfront patrons enjoying a coldie and/or dinner after work. Great location, great atmosphere !

RESULTS:

1. Splash N Dash, Waterfront Lagoon, 200m swim, 2km run, 200m swim, 2km run (provisional)

1 Heath Porter 21.55; 2 Grant Preddy 22.07; 3 Marcus Lisle 22.15; 4 Matt King 22.16; 5 Steve Goat 22.25; 6 Lee Wilson 22.29; 7 Tim Green 22.58; 8 Rob Weatherald 23.07; 9 Glenn Woodrow 23.28; 10 Nelson Rossingh 23.39; 11 Justin Tranter 23.42; 12 Peter Brady 23.43; 13 Ron Griep 23.45; 14 Ian Pollock 24.06; 15 Tony Cox 24.12; 16 Jason Jones 24.17; 17 Joseph White 24.21; 18 Blue Watt 24.33; 19 Brian Gallagher 24.44; 20 Stef Puszka 24.48; 21 Team Hancock / Summers 25.07; 22 Dale Berk 24.14; 23 Haydn Whitty 25.24; 24 John Thyne 25.36; 25 Imogen Teale 25.37; 26 Kyle Gear 25.40; 27 Ryoko Jones 25.49; 28 Chris Jessop 25.53; 29 Simon Weise 26.18; 30 Damien Brown 26.28; 31 Daniel O’Brien 26.49; 32 Kathy McKay 26.54; 33 James Geddes 27.08; 34 Vicki Woodrow 27.12; 35 Emma Winterflood 27.53; 36 Paul Hollander 28.03; 37 Lisa Eadie 28.56; 38 Emma Muntz 29.04; 39 Peta Jeggo 29.13; 40 Amy Pallentine 29.23; 41 Nathan Dwyer 29.30; 42 Monique Eliseo 30.04; 43 Bianca May 30.25; 44 Daryl Stanley 30.28; 45 Tass Liveris 30.30; 46 Joy Glass 30.57; 47 Kate Richardson 30.58; 48 Heidi Allan 31.05; 49 Karen Lewis 31.21; 50 Tara Worby 31.29; 51 Team McCabe / Brain 31.31; 52 Rowan Barrow 31.36; 53 Bronwyn Rossingh 31.40; 54 Team Lewis / P Stephens 31.43; 55 Renae McGarvie 31.45; 56 Piotr Janus 32.03; 57 Sean Killiner 32.04; 58 Sophie Harvey 32.05; 59 Andrew Castle 32.06; 60 Mackinlay Stirrat 32.16; 61 Angela Librio 32.17; 62 Alexis Marshall 32.27; 63 Emma Cook 32.28; 64 Jane Marie Kerslake 32.46; 65 Rose Stephens 32.49; 66 Moira Wigley 33.20; 67 Donna Bradley 33.22; 68 Erin Whitehead 33.35; 69 Belinda Townend 34.04; 70 Jo Ellis 34.12; 71 Team Thompson / Doyle 34.22; 72 Kelly Rau 35.11; 73 Kelly Giblin 35.13; 74 Leanne Abel 35.48; 75 Nerida Godfrey 38.50; 76 Cate Killiner dnf; 77 Jo Duncan dnf; 78 Tori Sherrock dnf; 79 Mitch Ward dnf; 80 Amanda Brain dns.

2. ITU World Cup, Auckland, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Kris Gemmell 1.59.59 Female: Andrea Hewitt 2.14.12

3. Gatorade Series, St Kilda, Vic, Swim cancelled short run substituted, 20km bike, 5km run.

Elite:

Male: Peter Kerr 54.22 Female: Erin Densham 1.02.16

Chad Anderson 7th Elite Male 56.18

Open:

Male: David Meade 53.26 Female: Sarah Grove 1.03.36

ITU Junior:

Male: Sascha Bondarenko 55.18 Female: Grace Deveson 1.03.13

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

Male: Eneko Llanos 7.59.38 Female: Leanda Cave 8.49.00

5. Sri Chinmoy Triple Tri, Canberra, 1.5km swim, 35km mtb, 20km run, 3.5km swim, 40km mtb, 12km run, 1.2km swim, 24km mtb, 13km run

Male: Rowan Beggs-French 11.56.23 Female: Rachel De Zoete 15.54.17

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 2 December 2011
Splash N Dash
Lake Alexander
6pm

300m swim, 2km run x 3

Race Director: Chris Jessop
Registration: Paul Bell / Priscilla Lenne
Timekeeping: Jo Duncan / Georgia Horton
Fruit / Ice: Stuart Stacey

Note:

1. Torsos must be covered on the run.

JUNIOR NEWS:

1. Juniors are in action again this weekend (Sunday 27 November 2011) at Nightcliff Pool, 8am start.

2. Format – Aquathlon

3. Further information: Jason Jones 0439 885 797

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOUND: Waterfront Splash N Dash, sunglasses. Email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

2. ACCOMMODATION WANTED: new club member looking for house-sitting/room for rent for 3 weeks from 2nd December. Heading back to UK for 3-4 weeks at Xmas, then returning to Darwin, so also looking for accommodation from mid-January. Non-smoker, tidy and pet friendly! Contact Jo 0435 826 711

3. FOUND: A small wetsuit was found at the Waterfront lagoon about six months ago and still hasn’t been claimed. If you think it may be yours please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

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

CLUB TRI SUITS:

1. There have been a number of enquiries regarding our club tri suits. We do not keep any in stock but would be happy to open another order if there is enough interest.

2. Tri suits are $162 and are payable in advance. Order would have to be in by end of this week to ensure pre Christmas delivery (after that manufacturer closes down for a few weeks).

3. Please email if you would be interested in purchasing. If numbers are close to those required for minimum order, I will open an online order for payments and place another order.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Oops, a couple of guys were bare chested on Friday evening. One is new to sport so can be forgiven. Rules of our sport are that torsos must be covered during bike and run and that includes aquathlons. You have been reminded so Bare chest = DQ from here on in.

2. “Four great steps to getting that perfect triathlon butt” sounds like riveting reading.

3. Both the male and female winner of yesterday’s Sri Chinmoy Triple Tri are former members of Darwin Triathlon Club, obviously retaining some territory toughness (even though it was pretty cool in Canberra) !

4. Heavy rain in Melbourne on Saturday night caused the cancellation of the swim in Race 1 of their Gatorade Series.

5. If you have any historical photos of the club’s past activities/highlights and are happy to share, please scan and email to darwintriclub89@bigpond.com with a brief description (who, what, where, distance etc).

6. Clinton Luxford was in action at the Murray Man triathlon results yet to come. Kylie Gaffel did the 3.5km swim in a Triple Tri team in Canberra.

7. While the Waterfront fish obviously thought the better of getting amongst a “school” of triathletes on Friday, earlier that evening they drove Sue Parora from the water with their unwanted attention. Perhaps it’s time to call for another fishing competition down there.

8. Lucy Thompson, Belinda Holt, Emma Winterflood and Tara Worby were among those juggling bubs to take part on Friday evening.

9. Not a member but want to participate? Online membership link at www.triathlonnt.com.au Please bring copy of membership receipt or your card to registration. Junior membership (under 18) $45; Senior (18+) $120; Family (2 adults & up to 2 juniors) $235.

10. Know someone who keeps talking about taking up the sport? Perhaps consider club membership as a Christmas or birthday gift with a difference.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… your have already taken your significant other to the bike shop and pointed out “go faster” items you would like (Xmas hint)

… in the name of training, you happily don a wetsuit in Darwin in November to swim in 30 degree water

… you have a pile of race numbers gathering dust but can’t bring yourself to throw them out

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 16 November 2011

2011-11-16T10:07:00.002+09:30

Photo: G'day

Hi All,

With Christmas party rounds already commenced, it must mean that 2011 is rapidly drawing to a close.

We ease into our Christmas/New Year break with the commencement of our very popular swim/run format events, the first being at the Waterfront Lagoon on Friday evening.

Obviously this is a very “public” location so please respect the surroundings and other users on Friday. It’s a great opportunity for us to showcase our sport in a fantastic location and we receive many approaches for more information during & after the event.

A big thank you to the Waterfront businesses that are supporting our event. Trampoline is providing participants with a 2 for 1 voucher (buy 1 midi get 1 free for friend/family member=($6.90) and a Jumbo gelato for our winners. We also have 3 x family passes to wave pool (2 adults 3 children) as a lucky draw and a PWC water bottle for every participant.

RESULTS:

1. Alice Springs Sprint #1, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Ben Streeter 1.10.46 Female: Fiona Collier 1.19.46

2. Cairns to Port Douglas Ultra Trail Marathon, 74km

Male: Mike Le Roux 6.45.02 Female: Sarah Warren 7.54.26

Amy Pallentine 2nd F19-29 9.46.50

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 18 November 2011
Splash N Dash
Waterfront Lagoon

6pm

200m swim, 2km run x 2
Event status: CLUB
Roster:

Race Director: Belinda Birk

Registration: Jane Marie Kerslake / Tass Liveris

Timekeeping: Erin Whitehead / Monica Stewart

Ice: Belinda Birk

Fruit: Volunteer required

Note:

1. Hint: parking can be a little difficult to find at the Waterfront. Parking meters there also have extended hours so make sure you check all the signs. The underground parking space has a limit of a couple of hours. You don’t need a parking ticket at the start the weekend !

2. You may wish to consider parking up in Smith St and crossing to the Waterfront via the footbridge and lifts.

3. To help ensure our timekeepers obtain your splits, please do not approach them during the event unless reporting a dnf.

4. Your assistance in ensuring all rubbish is removed after the event is expected and appreciated.

5. Please bring your TA card to registration with you. If you are a new member & haven’t yet received your card, please bring a copy of your membership receipt.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Blue ladies Trek 1000 road bike. Size – small frame. $400. Perfect bike for someone new to triathlons! Contact Jodie 0412 963 243

2. FOR SALE; Jaggad Tri suit, women’s small, blue/black new with tags attached $120.00 Contact Stori 0407 761 143

3. Items for next E News by Sunday 9pm please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Triathlon Mixed Relay will be making an appearance at the Commonwealth Games soon. It consists of four athletes: two men and two women, who complete a short, intense triathlon of 250m swim, 5km bike and 1.2km run in the order woman, man, woman, man. The new format has enjoyed great success since the discipline changed from the original single sex team format in 2009. The recent ITU Mixed Relay World Champs in Lausanne, Switzerland attracted the largest field ever and had representation from all five continents.

2. Maybe we should have a Relay on our club calendar ??

3. Don’t forget to give a heads up if you are racing away over the next couple of months. There are so many events around the country it’s hard to keep track.

4. Still a few club shirts available. Only have a small left in Men’s. Women’s are available in S, M. L. $62 Email if you are interested especially if you are after one for a gift.

5. Craig Alexander has been nominated for Sports Performer of the Year Award following his double 70.3 and Ironman World Championship wins this year. Please vote for Crowie at http://www.performerawards.com.au/vote/registers

6. Only a couple of weeks away from Ironman Western Australia and Ironman 70.3 Asia Pacific Championships in Phuket. Then it’s IM 70.3 Canberra …. hence the emergence of some fabulously fit looking folk at the moment.

7. Michelle Mitchell has been training the house down in Qld in her prep for Busso.

8. Chad Anderson is training the house down in Vic in his prep for Canberra 70.3 & some shorter events coming up.

9. The rest of us are slogging away in the build up J .. and finding it very character building !

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

...you have scheduled bike cleaning time this weekend

...you have taken delivery of new race wheels or fitted new tyres and tubes this week

...you are thinking about getting new goggles and elastic laces today or tomorrow.

Safe Training,

Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 14 November 2011

2011-11-16T10:03:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

Do hope you are all looking forward to the start of our Splash N Dash events which kick off this Friday evening. Our first for this wet season takes place at the Waterfront Lagoon and if you haven’t been down there for an event before, you are in for a treat ! It’s an awesome venue.

We know the 6pm start time can make for a bit of a rush to be registered on time (registration closes 5.45pm) but with no bike required, it’s very doable … even for those coming straight from work.

RESULTS:

1. Ironman 70.3 Shepparton, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Leon Griffin 3.51.27 Female: Sam Warriner 4.25.25

Ali Fitch 7th F Pro 4.44.02

Mark Anzin 35th M40-44 4.53.54

2. Shep 70.3 Fun Run. 7km

Male: Coddie Williamson 22.53 Female: Tarli Bird 27.00

Isabella Hatty 3rd F U17 33.53

Rosie Sullivan 7th F Open 36.07

3. Shep 70.3 Swim

Lachie Hatty 5th U15 25.08

4. Nepean Triathlon, 1km swim, 30km bike, 14km run

Male: Tim Reed 1.29.14 Female: Melissa Rollinson 1.38.35

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 18 November 2011
Splash N Dash
Waterfront Lagoon

6pm

200m swim, 2km run x 2

Event status: CLUB

Roster:

Race Director: Belinda Birk
Registration: Jane Marie Kerslake / Tass Liveris
Timekeeping: Erin Whitehead / Monica Stewart
Ice: Belinda Birk
Fruit: Volunteer required.

Note:

1. Don’t forget parking can be a little difficult at the Waterfront. Parking meters there also have extended hours so make sure you check all the signs. The underground parking space has a limit of a couple of hours. You don’t need a parking ticket at the start the weekend.

2. You may wish to consider parking up in Smith St and crossing to the waterfront via the footbridge and lifts.

JUNIOR REPORT:

1. The juniors had an enthusiastic turnout for their event at Lake Alexander yesterday. Junior coordinator Jason Jones says the young ones got to watch the raw talent and speed of Joshua White and Hamish Wiltshire battling it out right from the start in the seniors race. The sub juniors and juniors then put in spirited efforts to complete their events.

2. A mixed team event was the finish of the morning with everyone finding that little bit extra for their team mates.

3. A big thank you to all parents, who were more than willing to wear a flouro vest and help marshall the kids. Your assistance is much appreciated.

4. Thanks also to John Thyne who again put everyone through a rigorous pre race workout and gave an insight into his quick transition skills.

5. And a big thank you to Belinda Brearley, awesome buoy placer and provider of water safety for all our junior competitors.

6. Next junior event is an Aquathlon at Nightcliff Pool Sunday 27th November 2011. No bikes needed for this one!!!

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Jaggad Tri suit, women’s small, blue/black new with tags attached $120.00. Contact Stori 0407 761 143

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. Seems there was some confusion at IM 70.3 Shepparton with some of the leading men following the lead car (which apparently doesn’t go through to the final roundabout) and turning too early which resulted in penalties. This is a timely reminder that it is the athlete’s responsibility to know the course.

2. Club president Phill Hatty was discharged from hospital on Friday but is on waiting list for readmission for more medical tests. The medical roundabout can be frustrating for triathletes who are used to getting things done and I’m sure Phill is no exception! Phill was thinking he would be in the recovery tent by Friday, instead he finds himself stuck in T2 !

3. Club Secretary Graeme Parsons is currently in Sumbawa and is hoping the monkeys don’t take off with his running shoes. He has found a pool but is yet to source wheels.

4. Those attending the swim, run training and info sessions with John Thyne are finding them very informative and helpful. The final session is tomorrow (Tuesday 15th) at Casuarina Pool 6-7pm. This is an ideal opportunity to learn swim/run skills and to brush up on transitions. If you (or someone you know) would like to attend the final session tomorrow, please contact John on 0423 797 401 and let him know you are coming. Cost is entry to Casuarina Pool plus $3 to coach.

5. Lots of tri & other action out at Lake Bennett at the weekend where many of our members were at a training camp with coach Daryl Stanley. On the way into Lake B, Dale Berk attempted a bit of snake rescue when he spotted a very large python curled up on the road. Turns out he was one angry python with his tail a bit squished and wasn’t happy that Berky was being helpful. With lots of hissing and spitting he strongly resisted attempts to be moved off the road ! It must have finally moved as there was no evidence next morning.

6. The inaugural MetaMan Bintan, Iron Distance Southeast Asia Championship, will take place on 15 September 2012 on the Indonesian island of Bintan.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …
… you are on a flight and your only check in baggage is a bike box
…you ride your bike to the start of a local 10k because you need a good warm up
… when someone asks how long it takes to get to your house, your response is: “running or by bike?”.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 9 November 2011

2011-11-09T13:11:00.002+09:30

Photo: Yet another transition at the Enduro

Hi All,

Another big weekend of training and racing is coming up. Ironman 70.3 Shepparton is on this weekend (good luck to our members competing there) and Ironman WA, Ironman 70.3 Asia Pacific Championships & Ironman 70.3 Canberra are all fast approaching. Darwin is well represented on the start lists of those major events, as well as many others being held around the country over the next couple of months. So it’s all go in tri land !

We take this opportunity to extend our best wishes to club president Phill Hatty who is currently winging his way to Melbourne via air ambulance. Phill had a health scare on Sunday afternoon and was admitted to RDH. He is feeling fine now, but is required to have further specialist treatment this week. Phill is disappointed to be missing Shep this weekend and we are hoping he will be back on deck & home in Darwin real soon.

RESULTS:

1. Queensland School Age Championships

Senior: 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run: Mitch Ward 1.05.00

Intermediate: 600m swim, 16km bike, 4km run: Joseph White 56.01; Louise Jettner 59.46; Connor McLeod 1.04.49; Ari McInerney 1.05.40; Lara Whitehouse 1.07.21

Junior: 400m swim, 12km bike, 3km run: Isabella Hatty 48.55

JUNIOR NEWS:

1. Next Event:

Sunday 13 November 2011

Lake Alexander

8am (registration closes 7.30am)

Distances to suit

2. Further information Jason Jones 0439 885 797

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 18 November 2011

Splash N Dash

Waterfront Lagoon

6pm

200m swim, 2km run x 2

Event status: CLUB

Roster:

Race Director: Belinda Birk
Registration: Jane Marie Kerslake / Tass Liveris
Timekeeping: Erin Whitehead / Monica Stewart
Ice: Belinda Birk
Fruit: Volunteer required.

Note:

1. We need a volunteer to purchase post race refreshments for this event (in this case ice is being taken care of).

2. We know it can be difficult to volunteer if you don’t know what is required so attached is a “How To” guide for fruit/ice volunteers.

3. Once you have read the instructions, please let me know if you can help.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. CAN YOU HELP? Member would like loan of a windtrainer for about a month to use as recovery from surgery. Contact Skip 0407 300 392

2. FOR SALE: 2011 Giant TCR Advanced Road bike - Medium size, Ultegra groupset and Bontrager seat. As new – this bike has done less than 200km! Retail price $3499 now $2300 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

3. FOR SALE: 2011 Giant Anthem X29 mountain bike - Medium size, Shimano XT 30 speed groupset, Fox fork (recently serviced) and in good condition. Big wheels are better off road! $1600 with standard wheels or $2000 with American Classic wheels and new Maxxis IKON tyres. Contact Peter 0402 346 194

4. FOR SALE - SpeedPlay ‘Zero’ chrome-moly pedals and cleats – only used a few times and in excellent condition. Retail price $275 now $100ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

5. FOR SALE - Shimano Road shoes R190 size 46 – excellent condition with carbon sole. Retail price $220 now $100ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

6. FOR SALE - Polar RS800CX Pro Team Edition cycling computer / HR monitor. Includes speed and cadence sensors, a new chest soft-strap and software. Too many details to list so check out the Polar Australia website. Retail $799 now $250ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

7. FOR SALE - TK1 Kayak – perfect for the Katherine Ultra-Challenge. Stable and quick, in great condition and ready to go. Comes with a ‘skirt’ to keep water out through the rapids. MAX-Paddle M333 carbon wing paddle with ‘split shaft’ and bag – adjustable length and feather, easy to transport. $800ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

8. FOR SALE: Asics – Gel Noosa Tri 25th. Size 10.5 US, 44.5 Euro. Excellent condition, very well looked after but no longer used for racing. Looking for about $50.00 Contact Dan 0404 667 945

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. So if they didn’t have a swim at ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships how did they manage the start? They put all the triathletes in a big warm, but stinky tent, then pulled them out age group by age group, and had them line up on the bikes and leave on 5 second intervals.

2. We only have a few club shirts left. Get in quick if you want one.

3. Hopefully you have passed on details of the novice sessions advertised in our last E News. They will be a great opportunity for anyone you know who is expressing interest in taking up our sport or joining the club.

4. For our newer members, a reminder that the TA website contains lots of interesting and informative information. Check it out at www.triathlon.org.au

5. There is a cold/flu thing making the rounds at the moment. A couple of our juniors had it prior to their tour and another has been unwell since. A few of our seniors also have been laid low.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN…

… you really enjoy hearing NTFs (non-tri-friends) say ‘Are you insane?’, when you talk about doing an Ironman
… your significant other knows when you haven’t been training because of your lousy mood.

... you move from a one bedroom apartment to a two bedroom just so you can have a place to store all your training equipment

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 7 November 2011

2011-11-07T10:06:00.002+09:30

Photo: Enduro start - wave 1 underway

Hi All,

We had an awesome turnout for our Enduro event at Lake Alexander yesterday morning. Thanks to Race Director Bertram Birk for his efforts in bringing this race together. Although it appeared effortless, there was a great deal of behind the scenes prior planning, (including a venue change). Bertram was assisted by many volunteers on the day and we would also like to thank them for their efforts.

Our events depend on the contribution of our members (and often their family & friends) and we really appreciate their willingness to help out, particularly on race day.

While we were enjoying the Enduro mayhem, our juniors were in action in Queensland. All reports have the kids doing us proud and really stepping up this year. Heard they looked great in their club shirts and tri gear as well. Their results aren’t available until mid week.

RESULTS:

1. Enduro, Lake Alexander, 250m swim, 5km bike, 1km run x 3

Provisional results:

Place
Name
Cat
Time

1
Brett Verity
M30-39
53.00

2
Marcus Lisle
M30-39
53.16

3
Justin Tranter
M20-29
55.13

4
Rob Weatherald
M50-59
55.33

5
Ron Griep
M40-49
56.01

6
Steve Goat
M30-39
56.09

7
Michael Varga
M20-29
56.32

8
Glen Woodrow
M40-49
57.17

9
Pete Brady
M50-59
58.28

10
Jason Cook
M30-39
59.04

11
Chris Batenburg
M30-39
59.19

12
Ian Pollock
M40-49
59.26

13
John Thyne
M40-49
59.39

14
Dale Berk
M30-39
59.45

15
Kylie Gaffel
F20-29
59.49

16
Daniel Eakins
M30-39
1.00.01

17
Team Rowley/Brearley
TEAM
1.00.43

18
Tony Cox
M50-59
1.01.29

19
Blue Watt
M50-59
1.01.36

20
Ryoko Jones
F30-39
1.01.50

21
Stef Puszka
F20-29
1.02.27

22
Team D Hancock/W Hancock /Summers
TEAM
1.02.54

23
Vicki Woodrow
F50-59
1.03.19

24
Damien Brown
M40-49
1.04.16

25
Paul Usher
M40-49
1.05.09

26
Paul Hollander
M30-39
1.05.29

27
Trevor Moses
M20-29
1.05.46

28
Team B Sullivan/Secondis
TEAM
1.06.05

29
Daniel O'Brien
M30-39
1.06.08

30
Kathy McKay
F30-39
1.06.45

31
Monica Stewart
F60-69
1.07.03

32
Glen Scholz
M30-39
1.07.05

33
Simon Wiese
M30-39
1.07.15

34
Tony Burns
M30-39
1.07.22

35
Peta Jeggo
F40-49
1.07.26

36
Daryl Stanley
M60-69
1.07.37

37
Nell Clarke
F20-29
1.08.07

38
Amy Pallentine
F20-29
1.08.17

39
Phill Hatty
M40-49
1.09.10

40
Jane Marie Kerslake
F30-39
1.09.36

41
Col Smith
M50-59
1.09.43

42
Jo Duncan
F40-49
1.09.47

43
Team Thompson/R Sullivan
TEAM
1.10.06

44
Emma Muntz
F30-39
1.10.47

45
Emmett Hartung
M30-39
1.10.50

46
Simon Thiessen
VISITOR
1.11.17

47
Russell Peacock
M30-39
1.11.40

48
James Lugg
M30-39
1.12.32

49
Emma Cook
F30-39
1.13.51

50
Jacqui Brown
F20-29
1.13.52

51
Moira Wigley
F50-59
1.13.58

52
Mackinlay Stirrat
F20-29
1.14.17

53
Andrew Castle
M30-39
1.14.42

54
Joy Glass
F30-39
1.15.42

55
Gus McLachlan
M40-49
1.15.59

56
Bronwyn Rossingh
F50-59
1.16.03

57
Craig Leach
M40-49
1.16.32

58
Heidi Allan
F20-29
1.17.12

59
Maree McLachlan
F40-49
1.17.21

60
Donna Bradley
F30-39
1.18.32

61
Megan Evans
F30-39
1.19.04

62
Lisa Eadie
F20-29
1.19.33

63
Rose Stephens
F50-59
1.20.43

64
Angela Librio
F40-49
1.20.19

65
Tori Sherrock
F40-49
1.21.10

66
Matthew Scholar
M30-39
1.21.46

67
Kelly Rau
F40-49
1.22.56

68
Kelly Giblin
F30-39
1.22.57

69
Erin Mettam
F30-39
1.24.32

70
Allan Day
M60-69
1.24.57

71
Nelson Rossingh
M U20
dnf

72
Craig Garland
M40-49
dnf

2. XOSize Race 1, Green Point, Brighton Vic, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Jamie Huggett 55.37 Female: Orla Alessia 1.04.39

Jac Crofton 1st F35-39 1.09.50

3. Ironman 70.3 Port Macquarie, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21km run

Male: Clayton Fettell 3.53.29 Female: Carrie Lester 4.28.25

4. ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships, Nevada, 120km bike, 30km run

Male: Jordan Rapp (USA) 5.00.15 Female: Rachel Joyce (GBR) 5.34.15

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

Male: Ronnie Schildknecht 7.59.42 Female: Jessica Jacobs 8.55.10

6. Ironman 70.3 Taiwan, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Chris McCormack 3.54.47 Female: Michelle Wu 4.31.55

NEXT EVENT:

Friday 18 November 2011

Splash N Dash

Waterfront Lagoon

200m swim, 2km run x 2

Event status: CLUB

Roster:

Race Director: Belinda Birk

Registration: Jane Marie Kerslake / Tass Liveris

Timekeeping: Erin Whitehead / Monica Stewart

Fruit / Ice: Volunteer required

BEGINNER SESSIONS:

1. We are conducting three sessions for those new members interested in learning skills to get the best out of the upcoming swim, run events.

2. If you have a friend or workmate who wishes to “tri” before joining our club, please pass this on to them as they are also welcome to attend these sessions.

3. For further details, see attached flier.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Club shirts (Men’s S and Women’s S, M, L ) – a few still available, $62 Email: darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

2. FOR SALE: GT ZR 3 in great condition, grey, black, red alloy frame carbon forks. Frame size 48 cm, 9 speed Shimano cluster, Richey wheels, handlebar and stem. Two bottle cages and speedo. Great entry level bike $350 Contact Bertram 0401 114 492

3. FOR SALE: Asics – Gel Noosa Tri 25th. Size 10.5 US, 44.5 Euro. Excellent condition, very well looked after but no longer used for racing. Looking for about $50.00 Contact Dan 0404 667 945

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. The swim portion of ITU Long Distance World Championships in Nevada at the weekend, had to be cancelled due to unsafe water conditions. Read 17 degree water temp and heavy rain prior mucking with water quality.

2. Nature also wrecked havoc at the ITU World Cup event in Columbia. Massive mud slides in Guatape saw the event shortened to a sprint distance.

3. WTC has announced a shake up of their Lottery slot policy. Further details www.ironman.com

4. Members Cate and Sean Killiner recently recommenced training after some time away. They have had two swims at the Lagoon at the Waterfront in the last week or so and been ‘attacked’ by the dreaded fish on both occasions.

Last week was particularly bad. It seemed to them that there were two fish, and while one was at Cate the other was having a go at Sean. The one that chased him appeared to be a queen fish around two foot long. It seems like they are very territorial as they wouldn’t let up and virtually harassed both of them from the rock wall all the way back to the beach – got the heart rate up!!

5. I debated the wisdom of adding the above to the E News given our next event will be at the Waterfront location. But then, the same thing was happening before our last hit out there & on the day no one had any trouble at all …. there’s safety in numbers & as our numbers have been huge I think it will be the fish that will be looking for an out of the way place to hide !!

6. Remember the mention in previous E News of the little Panasonic robot undertaking the Hawaii Ironman course? Well EVOLTA has made it … & conquered Kona in 166 hours 56 mins. !

7. You were warned … that the Enduro was also an exercise in brain gym ! We had people donning goggles when they should have been running, swimming in the wrong order, shoes still on heading for the swim, helmet undone before racking, half laps on the bike, etc etc. All good fun and rectified on the go !

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you are a bloke and you start to think seriously about the merits of shaving your legs

… you are a bloke and you have ditched shaving your legs for regular waxing

… you start talking about an easy hour swim, an easy three hour ride or an easy 10 km run

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 2 November 2011

2011-11-04T16:37:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

We are expecting a bumper turn out again this weekend for our very popular Enduro. So pump up your tyres, plug your handlebars and come on down and join in. Our newer members who haven’t done this format previously, are in for a treat.

It’s great fun and fantastic brain gym as well (just ask those who headed for the water last year with their sunnies on) !

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 6 November 2011
Enduro Triathlon
Lake Alexander
7am (registration closes 6.45am sharp)

250m swim, 5km bike, 1km run x 3

Event Status: CLUB

Race Director: Bertram Birk
Registration: Paul Hollander / Kyle Gear
Timekeepers: Renae McGarvie / Christine Friebel
Fruit / Ice: Belinda Townend

Note:

1. Please assist registration volunteers by having your TA card or copy of membership receipt with you & arrive early.

2. Carry at least one full water bottle on your bike

3. Have a think about how you will arrange your spot in transition, you will be coming through 8 times so you need to be organised & stay neat.

4. Your assistance with setting up and packing away racks, cones, rubbish etc is a given

5. Don’t forget the Aeroguard !

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED: Team member. Anyone interested in doing the run legs as part of a team for Sunday’s enduro, please contact Barry on 8932 6569.

2. FOR SALE: We have an even more limited number of our club shirts (Men’s S, M, L and Women’s S, M, L ) available, $62 First in best dressed... they are going fast. Email: darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

3. FOR SALE: GT ZR 3 in great condition, grey, black, red alloy frame carbon forks. Frame size 48 cm, 9 speed Shimano cluster, Richey wheels, handlebar and stem. Two bottle cages and speedo. Great entry level bike $350 Contact Bertram 0401 114 492

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. Condolences to the family of Brian Barr (64), age group legend, who passed away on Monday in Qld after a short illness. Brian is known to many of our members.

His achievements at Kona and ITU Worlds over many years were amazing. In 2005, Brian then M55-59, tackled the double, ITU OD Worlds in Honolulu (2nd) and a week later did Kona where he was 2nd in 10.24.48.

Noosa & Mooloolaba tris were in his backyard but sadly, Brian was missing from Noosa results on Sunday. Last year he blitzed his M60-64 age group in 2.16.31. Even knowing his condition, he had entered Mooloolaba next year.

2. DCC is seeking people interested in being trained by AustCycle to conduct the program in the HCI target populations. If you are interested in becoming a Teacher or Provider, would like further information on the AustCycle program or have any further queries, please contact Amber (Healthy Communities Coordinator) at DCC on 8930 0632

3. The juniors heading to Queensland this weekend to compete in the Qld All Schools Triathlon finalised their preparations with a zippy transition training session last night. Wow, those kids can move !

4. Our new tri suits look fantastic. Once you do the normal “wiggle” to get them on, they are very comfy.

5. Some of our members training on the bike & heading for the Gorge at Katherine at the weekend had a close encounter & a huge adrenalin rush when a bunch (herd, mob, ?) of buffalo crashed through a fence near them (in the dark).

6. Bali International Triathlon date has been confirmed as 24 June 2012.

7. 2011 ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships are on this weekend at Henderson, Nevada (USA). Our elite team consists of Craig Alexander, David Dellow, Rebekah Keat, Nikki butterfield and Christine Hemphill. Course distance 4km swim, 120km bike, 30km run. Our recent Finlay’s NT Long Course Triathlon was a selection points event for TA’s Age Group Team for LD Worlds in Spain next year. If you are interested in making the age group team see further info at www.triathlon.org.au

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you can’t remember the last time you had all your toe-nails, and you’ve actually grown fond of the alternating blue/black and white/pink
pattern on alternate toes

… you’re either training, just finished training, tired from training, or planning your next training session

… the amount of time training that you thought was insanely too much prior to being a triathlete is only a fraction of the time you now spend on an easy day

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 31 October 2011

2011-10-31T09:25:00.002+09:30

Photo: Joseph working on his swim

Hi All,

Email is great …. most of the time ! Some of you didn’t receive our last E News due to the size of the attachments. Many servers rejected the email altogether, apologies to those who missed out. The attachments were details of road works in progress on Channel Island Road.

The weekend saw many of our members taking on the Noosa Tri while those still at home were out & about training. It was great the rain held off on Saturday morning and long rides could be done. Those heading for Shepparton 70.3, IM WA, Phuket 70.3 etc are all out there training the house down.

Our very popular Enduro event takes place this weekend. It’s fast, it’s furious and it’s fun and very much anticipated. With the wet season kicking in, this is also our last triathlon format event for awhile. After this weekend we change to swim/run combos that have everyone on their toes during the wet.

RESULTS:

1 Noosa Triathlon, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: David Dellow 1.46.36 Female: Melissa Rollinson 2.00.25

Member results:

Jason Jones 37th M40-44 2.18.10

Kylie Gaffel 14th F25-29 2.28.50

Glen Scholz 92nd Mates Wave 2.32.28

Leigh Milne 189th M35-39 2.37.24

Thomas Parkinson 206th M35-39 2.40.03

Clinton Luxford 186th Mates Wave 2.45.19

Sinon Cooney 18th Clydesdales 2.46.39

Juliette Neve 59th F35-39 2.53.21

Kirrily Jones 63rd F35-39 2.54.26

Other:

Dean Nankivell 128th M50-54 3.12.45

2. Huskission Tri #1, NSW, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Shane Farrant 1.54.52 Female: Jessica Simpson 2.15.47

3. Ironman 70.3 Miami, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Sebastian Kienie 3.47.01 Female: Leanda Cave 4.13.35

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 6 November 2011
Enduro Triathlon
Lake Alexander (note change of venue)
7am

250m swim, 5km bike, 1km run x 3

Event Status: CLUB

Race Director: Bertram Birk
Registration: Paul Hollander / Kyle Gear
Timekeepers: Renae McGarvie / Monica Stewart
Fruit / Ice: Belinda Townend

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: We have a limited number of our club shirts (Men’s S, M, L and Women’s S, M, L ) available, $62 These would make awesome Christmas gifts. First in best dressed. Email: darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

2. FOR SALE: GT ZR 3 in great condition, grey, black, red alloy frame carbon forks. Frame size 48 cm, 9 speed Shimano cluster, Richey wheels, handlebar and stem. Two bottle cages and speedo. Great entry level bike $350 Contact Bertram 0401 114 492

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

JUNIORS:

1. Juniors attending the tri skills session at Nightcliff Pool on Saturday evening were very enthusiastic, as were John Thyne and Lee Wilson who took them through numerous activities. I think the kids skill levels were improving on the spot but they were enjoying themselves so much they didn’t even notice they were learning so much from the guys. Thanks to John and Lee & all volunteers for their assistance.

2. Our DTC junior tour happens this weekend. The juniors head for Queensland to take part in the Qld All Schools Triathlon. Please wish Mitch Ward, Lara Whitehouse, Louise Jettner, Joseph White, Connor McLeod, Bella Hatty and Ari McInerney good luck if you see them this week.

OTHER NEWS:

1. My take on cycling in Darwin drew a lot of response. Rose, for example, had just dodged a ride on mower that turned on the path in front of her and suggested that be added to the list. It also prompted Vicki to provide a similar list of her experiences of riding “down south” …

Mad, erratic drivers; swooping magpies; road rage; pot holes; cycle lanes that just disappear into the main lane of a major highway; swooping, aggressive (& making) contact magpies; cold/numb feet; a howling head wind; a howling cross wind; a constant running nose; freezing hands -no matter what gloves you use; cold rain +wind; watering eyes (due to the wind); looking like a @#!^ head with lots of weird cable ties sticking out your helmet to ward off magpies; but you know what ... not much broken glass !!

2. Jason Jones had his helmet pinched from transition at Noosa yesterday. He set up, went over to help Kirrily, came back and it was gone!

You can imagine lots of swearing !! That is just low and so against the spirit of triathlon !

3. Congrats to those who pb’d at Noosa yesterday and big congrats to those doing their first ever OD event.

4. Looking at Dean Nankivell’s splits, thinking he has had mechanical problems during the bike leg.

5. Now the hard part, those on Qantas flights are still stranded in Brisbane.

6. Junior calendar & updated senior roster are now up on the website. So are splits from our last event. Thanks Al.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ..

… if a parent, you occasionally bring your kid(s) with a colouring book to the pool or to running while you train. In extreme cases, you have them
time your intervals and yell out splits

… you have memorized the names and performance histories of the half-dozen or so people just ahead and just behind you in your age group in your area. When someone passes you whom you haven’t “scouted”, you make it a point to interrogate (uh, “chat”) with them after the race.

… your work colleagues frequently introduce you to clients or new people in the office as “the guy/gal who does triathlons”.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 26 October 2011

2011-10-30T08:46:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

Loving the storms ~If you haven’t experienced training in a Darwin wet season before, you are in for a treat ! Just be prepared to be wet, wet, wet and make sure you have plenty of shoes as they take a bit to dry, even under a fan.

With the recent spate of storm activity, most of us are now back to checking the BOM before heading out for training. Running in the rain (read cool) is a favourite activity at the moment.

JUNIORS:

1. Juniors are in action again this weekend at Nightcliff Pool, 5pm Saturday

2. Junior training sessions are being well attended. (See website for details).

3. The club junior development tour to Qld to participate in the All Schools Triathlon is coming up soon. The juniors involved are training well.

4. Following the recent SSNT triathlons in Alice Springs & Darwin, a number of our junior members will be offered positions in the School Sport NT Development Squad to train on to compete at the 2012 National Schools Triathlon to be held in Busselton WA.

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 6 November 2011

Enduro Triathlon

Lake Alexander (note originally scheduled for Nightcliff Pool)
7am
250m swim, 5km bike, 1km run x 3

Event Status: CLUB

Race Director: Bertram Birk
Registration: Paul Hollander / Kyle Gear
Timekeepers: Renae McGarvie / Monica Stewart
Fruit / Ice: Belinda Townend

CLUB EVENT CALENDAR & ROSTER:

1. Attached is updated calendar and roster. Please note changes. An updated copy is also posted to club website.

2. You will notice some roster positions are still to be filled. If you can volunteer for any of those dates, please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Asics – Gel Noosa Tri 25th. Size 10.5 US, 44.5 Euro. Excellent condition, very well looked after but no longer used for racing. Looking for about $50.00 Contact Dan 0404 667 945

2. Items for E News and requests for advt re runs by 8pm Sunday please.

ROAD TO AUCKLAND:

This summer, Canberra is on the path to Auckland! Triathlon ACT is providing great opportunities this summer to competitors aiming for ITU Age Group World Championships selection in both Sprint and Olympic Distance. So if you have not yet entered, check out the following races:

1. Canberra Olympic Triathlon – 18th December 2011
The first of the qualifying races for the Age Group Olympic Distance World Championships will take place in the Australian Capital Territory on the 18th of December. This race offers great opportunities for people trying to qualify for the 2012 Australian Age Group Olympic Distance Team. Competing in the first race will give you an early advantage in setting your strategy for the season.
More details here.

2. Australian Sprint Distance Triathlon – 29th January 2012
Triathlon ACT is hosting the Australian Sprint Distance Championships in Canberra on the 29th of January. This race offers double points for selection into the 2012 Australian Age Group Sprint Distance Team!
More details here.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Emma Snowsill has withdrawn from Noosa but both the men’s and women’s elite field remains star studded. The list reads like a Who’s Who of triathlon.

2. If you are heading out to Channel Island for a ride please be aware that there is some road work happening on Channel Island Road.

One site near the new Detention Centre is in full swing, with the road currently narrowed and the speed limited to 60km/hr. The second site where work has already started is the intersection with Jenkins road. Stage 2 of project (Channel Island Road tie-in) will commence soon. (See attached diagrams for more information).

3. There has been a flurry of cyclist v motorist letters to the editor this week, generated by a recent NT News article. It would pay to be very vigilant out there for awhile and to make sure you are cycling within the law.

4. The two idiots I saw last night cycling full pelt through Parap, two abreast, no helmets and no lights are lucky to be alive (no accident reports so I assume they reached were ever they were going in such a hurry). No lycra was involved, but no wonder some cyclists antagonise motorists.

5. I thought I would share with you my take on cycling in Darwin: Broken glass; Nest protecting plovers; Dogs on the loose; Broken glass; Non functioning water bubblers; Monitor lizards; Broken glass; Long grassers asleep on the bike path; Aggressive Darwin Bus drivers; Broken glass; Potholes; Road trains; Broken glass; Snakes; Low flying bush turkeys; Broken glass; Flocks of cockatoos; Dry season burn off smoke; Broken glass; Mosquitos; Midges; Broken glass; Sunburn; Intoxicated long grassers; Broken glass; blokes in utes; dogs barking near your ear; Broken glass.

6. Christmas is coming (very quickly). Our bike shops have lots of go faster gear in stock now, so why not take advantage and get in early with your Christmas shopping. Support our sponsors as they support us.

7. Uniform order update – some items have arrived, just waiting delivery of final parcel.

8. Swim squad at Nightcliff Pool is noticing the benefits of the new shade cloth. The water temperature is a couple of degrees cooler than average (so far).

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you believe race day is about enjoying the experience and having fun
… you have a water bottle with you – most of the time

… you can down a cold can of anything in 10 seconds flat

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 23 October 2011

2011-10-24T09:30:00.002+09:30

Photo: Jason emerging from Lake Alex

Hi All,

Mondayitis ? You are not alone. After another huge weekend it’s hard to get back into work mode.

Our triathlon at Lake Alexander yesterday was a huge success.

First up, a big thank you to RD Steve Goat and the wonderful volunteers who assisted with this event. Our events couldn’t happen without the efforts of all our volunteers and the assistance on race day of those on roster and those who just jump in and help is greatly appreciated.

We had another great start list and again welcomed more new members. In fact, there were so many of you, we started the event in two waves to ease congestion in the swim & I know many of you are hanging for the adjusted results so ….

RESULTS:

1. Triathlon, Lake Alexander, 300m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

See Attached.

2. Central Sports Enduro, Alice Springs, distance ?

Male: Mitch Scott 1.19.20 Female: Fiona Collier 1.26.14

3. ITU Pan Am Games, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Reinaldo Colucci 1.48.02 Female: Sarah Haskins 1.57.37

4. Ironman 70.3 Austin, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Michael Raelert 3.47.48 Female: Jessica Meyers 4.29.15

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 6 November 2011

Enduro Triathlon

Lake Alexander (note originally scheduled for Nightcliff Pool)

7am

250m swim, 5km bike, 1km run x 3

Event Status: CLUB

Race Director: Bertram Birk
Registration: Paul Hollander / Kyle Gear
Timekeepers: Renae McGarvie / Monica Stewart
Fruit / Ice: Belinda Townend

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Asics – Gel Noosa Tri 25th. Size 10.5 US, 44.5 Euro. Excellent condition, very well looked after but no longer used for racing. Looking for about $50.00 Contact Dan 0404 667 945

2. Items for E News and requests for advt re runs by 8pm tomorrow please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Young Malo Gilly-Eydoux’s tri enthusiasm continues. He was 12th in the 7-9 years category of the Qld Gatorade Tri Series #1 Kool Kids event. Unfortunately Malo has since broken his arm which may set back his Noosa plans a little !

2. At a glittering ceremony last week, Greg Welch became the first Australian triathlete inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame. Read more here: http://hansonmediagroup.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1015&Itemid=36

3. It can be done - Finnbar Crennan (M40-44) completed the 2km swim, 120km bike, 20 km run Ultimate Triathlon (Forster, 16 Oct) in 5.00.45, ahead of the first placed Open male Newcastle’s Nathan Stewart who finished 5.05.45. Go the age groupers !!

4. The EVOLTA World Challenge IV starts tomorrow in Hawaii, USA. The robots are equipped with 3 different bodies (swim, bike, run) & are powered by 3 AA rechargeable batteries. The goal is for the robots to reach the finish line within one week (168 hrs) by covering the IM course (a total of 230 km). They have to be either moving forward or recharging ! Cute little things. They have already conquered the Grand Canyon on a pair of Panasonic AA dry batteries in 2008; tackled the Le Mans course and gained a Guinness World Record and last year completed a 500km walk from Tokyo to Kyoto on 12 AA rechargeable batteries. Google if you want to find out more.

5. Lance Armstrong struggled on the run at XTERRA Worlds this morning. Lance finished 15th (or 23rd depending on which report you read) after leaving T2 in 2nd.

6. We have a number of members heading over for Noosa this weekend including Leigh Milne, Juliette Neve, Kylie Gaffel, Thomas Parkinson, Glen Scholz, Jason Jones, Angelika Hannon & Brian Hannon. Dean Nankivell from Alice Springs is also heading over. Good luck to all, enjoy !

7. And no names but two guys went the wrong way on the run yesterday, oops.

8. Perhaps it’s mango madness … there were also a couple of people who forgot their helmets !

9. To end a big weekend, Fev thrilled a few of us yesterday arvo, France showed courage in the face of the haka but it didn’t help and Cold Chisel rocked some of us last night .

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you can run further than your dog

… your real birthday doesn’t count – it’s when you “age up” that matters

… you know if you are within 10km of home and get stuck that you could easily run home

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 19 October 2011

2011-10-19T10:10:00.002+09:30

Photo: Chris in action at the Reserve Triathlon

Hi All,

The School Sport NT Triathlon was held at Lake Alexander at the weekend. A huge thank you to volunteer RD Jason Jones and all those wonderful folk who assisted Jason on the day. The field was smaller than anticipated but the competition was on. Our juniors are developing excellent tri skills (as many of you will have noticed at our club events). From little things, big things grow so watch this space next year, this event will be back!

We are expecting another bumper crowd for our event this weekend. The 300/13/3 format is always popular and it’s a great way to spend Sunday morning and still have time to head off for coffee or the markets afterwards.

No late comers please, not registered by 6.45am = no race.

RESULTS:

1. School Sport NT Triathlon, Lake Alexander, 500m swim, 16km bike, 4km run
Senior:

Male: Mitch Ward 52.31

Intermediate:

Male: Joseph White 54.41 Female: Louise Jettner 58.54

Junior:
Female: Bella Hatty 1.01.04

Novice: 250m swim, 10km bike, 2km run

Female: Tia Brain 43.22

2. Australian Duathlon Championships, Barossa Valley, 10km run, 40km bike, 5km run
Male: Matty White 1.55.38 Female: Bev Thomas 2.12.09

3. Race 1 Gatorade Qld, 400m swim, 15km bike, 4km run
Male: Clayton Fettell 40.04 Female: Ellie Salthouse 48.04

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 23 October 2011

Triathlon
Lake Alexander
7am (Registration closes 6.45am)

300m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Event Status: CLUB (must be member to participate)

Race Director: Steve Goat
Registration: Paul Usher / Moira Wigley
Timekeepers: Michelle Mitchell / Leigh Milne
Fruit / Ice: Erin Mettam

Note:

1. Please have at least one full water bottle on your bike.

2. This is a non drafting event.

3. Roads are open. Competitors MUST stop if traffic lights are RED

4. No iPods, MP3s etc

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED TO BUY or LOAN: Wind trainer in good condition needed urgently to keep up training at home! Contact Renae 0488 102 939

2. FOR SALE: Lemond - Limited edition. Blue and Yellow. About 51 cm, in pretty good condition. Serviced by Cyclezone; Comes with Tri bars, cleat peddles and 2 drink bottle holders; the bike used to be Robin Stanley's; About $300.00 Contact Annie 0428 450 085

3. Items for next E News by Sunday 9pm please

OTHER NEWS:

1. Entry for Ironman 70.3 Busselton opens for Triathlon Australia members today (10am WST).

2. 100 yrs young, British runner Fauja Singh smashed the Marathon World record in Canada last weekend. He now claims the fastest marathon Guinness World Record record for a centurion. Singh crossed the line in 8.25.55. Born 1 April 1911 in Punjab, India he only took up running at age 89 after his wife and son died in London. He has completed 7 marathons since then.

3. Looks like Lance Armstrong will be on the start line of the XTERRA World Championships in Maui this weekend.

4. What goes around … my old Lemond has turned up in the For Sale/Wanted section. I loved that bike !

5. Cannibal are busy producing our new tri suits & hope to have them here by the end of the month.

6. Noosa not far away now.

7. Tony Cox was the other Bike Count Tuesday volunteer (along with Leigh Milne) who nominated Darwin Triathlon Club … thanks Tony !

8. Keep the mango madness away … swim, bike, run today !

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

2011-10-14T09:05:00.001+09:30

Photo: Reserve Order Triathlon underway at Lake Alexander

Hi All,

Did you Ride to Work today?

We had a great response to our tri suit & club shirt order and the order has been placed. Unfortunately we didn’t receive enough orders to go ahead with the men’s swimmers or the ladies one piece. Those who ordered these items will receive an email shortly regarding refunds.

There is another big tri weekend coming up with the running of our first School Sport NT Triathlon at Lake Alexander on Sunday. Numbers are modest, expected for a first time junior event, but we will be making sure the kids have a great experience.

Entry for the event, which targets school aged kids (12+) close online tomorrow at www.triathlonnt.com.au . Teams are welcome and there is a novice category for those just wanting to have a try.

RESULTS:

1. Melbourne Marathon, 42km

Male: Japhet Kipkorir 2.11.11 Female: Irene Mogaka 2.35.12

Sue Parora 22nd Elite Female 3.27.26

Other:

Lucie Hardiman 12th Female 3.01.30

2. ITU World Cup, Hutalco, Mexico, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Matt Chrabot (USA) 2.00.37 Female: Juri Ide (JPN) 2.12.52

JUNIORS

Sunday 16 October 2011

School Sport NT Triathlon

School age kids 12+

Lake Alexander

7am

Distances:

Senior/Intermediate: 500m swim, 16km bike, 4km run

Junior/Novice: 250m swim, 10km bike, 2km run

Teams: 250m swim, 10km bike, 2km run

$15 Individuals

$25 Teams

1. Further information & online entry: www.triathlonnt.com.au

2. Online entry closes tomorrow ($15)

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 23 October 2011

Triathlon

Lake Alexander

7am

300m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Event Status: CLUB (must be member to participate)

Race Director: Steve Goat

Registration: Paul Usher / Moira Wigley

Timekeepers: Michelle Mitchell / Leigh Milne

Fruit / Ice: Erin Mettam

HOW CAN YOU HELP AT OUR EVENTS?

1. Even if you are not a rostered volunteer there are many small things that you can do that will assist at our events.

2. It’s a given that all participants help set up and pack away our equipment. Even if you only put one rack back in the trailer it helps. Ask the RD of the day if there are any buoys, witches hats or signs that you can help put out or pick up.

3. Please put any rubbish in a garbage bag. Can’t see a bag? They are kept in our race box near the registration table ~ feel free to get one out if needed.

4. Not competing? You can assist us by helping prepare post race refreshments (cut up fruit, ensure drinks are on ice etc).

5. One of the best ways to help is to ensure you are early to our events. Our registration volunteers are often competitors themselves and need to get registration closed on time so they can be ready to listen to the race brief as well.

6. If you have a particular skill that could be of benefit to our club, please feel free to chat to any of our committee or email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. Items for next E News & requests for advt re runs by Sunday 9pm please

OTHER NEWS:

1. Variety is calling on you, your family & friends to embrace the Christmas spirit and help raise money for sick and disadvantaged children. Join the Variety Santa Fun Run (2km) to be held on Sunday 27 November 2011 at Mindil. More information at www.varietysantafunrun.com.au – dust off that Santa suit and commit now !

2. An owner has been found for the forlorn Nikes left in transition. It’s a good idea to do a final check before leaving after a race to ensure you haven’t left anything behind. It’s amazing what we forget at times!

3. The Crowie interviews post Hawaii show just what a fantastic ambassador for our sport he is.

4. Entries for Ironman 70.3 Busselton open at 10am (WST) on Wednesday 19th October 2011 for TWA/TA members. General public entries will open on Thursday 20th October at 10am (WST) if entries are still available. More info: www.busseltonhalf.com
5. Those doing the Noosa Triathlon are training the house down at the moment.
6. Course record holders at Noosa are Male: Craig Walton 1997 1:44:13 (out and back course) and Female: Emma Carney 1997 1:54:22 (out and back course).
7. Craig has recently been appointed by Triathlon Australia as National Talent Coach (Qld/NT) so hopefully we will see him in the Territory in the not to distant future.
8. Feeling a bit beat up and battered lately? The build up does that. Up those fluids.
9. Our club will be receiving a donation of $100 as two people nominated Darwin Triathlon Club in the recent Bike Count Tuesday. One was Leigh Milne, not sure of the other, was it you?. Many thanks.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you mow your legs more often than your grass

… your hair is never dry

… going to work is your recovery time

Safe Training,

Cheers,

Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 10 October 2011

2011-10-14T09:02:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

What a super turnout for our Reverse Order Triathlon yesterday. Great to see so many of our new members keen to have a go at the different format. Our more experienced triathletes were also out in droves to have a crack at the unusual run, bike, swim format for a change of pace.

A huge thank you to Race Director Jac Crofton who drew this different format altogether for us on the day. Also a big thank you to those volunteers who helped out on roster and those who just jumped in and helped. We really appreciate your contribution.

Darwin Life Saving Club members looked after us in the water and we thank them for providing water safety.

RESULTS:

1. Reverse Order Triathlon, Lake Alexander, 3km run, 13km bike, 300m swim

It got a little chaotic at the finish line yesterday and there are some hiccups with results.

The attached spreadsheet is the best we can do with results at this stage. I’m particularly keen to get the finish order correct (for pointscore purposes). Available photos have been looked at & some individuals consulted already. Please let me know by tomorrow if there are any glaring errors in the finish order (see attached).

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

Male: Craig Alexander 8.03.56 Female: Chrissie Wellington 8.55. 08

Stu Fitch 20th M55-59 11.24.17

Other:
Natalie Wood 20th F35-39 10.47.31
Jodie Barker 24th F35-39 10.52.50

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 16 October 2011
School Sport NT Triathlon
School age kids 12+
Lake Alexander

7am

Various distances
Further information & online entry: www.triathlonnt.com.au

KONA COUNTS:

Kona Bike Count:

1 Cervelo 488; 2 Trek 185; 3 Felt 124; 4 Specialized 122; Scott 96

Kona Shoe Count:

1 Asics 337; 2 Saucony 247; 3 KSwiss 209; 4 Newton 187; 5 Brooks 143

Kona Swim Skin Count:

1 TYR 411; 2 BlueSeventy 316; 3 XTerra 96; 4 Aquasphere 51; Zoot 42

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. Items for next E News or requests for reruns by 8pm tomorrow please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. There are a number of significant “0” birthdays happening at the moment. Mark Anzin and Tony Cox are among those now officially up an age group.

2. Loved watching Crowie win at Kona. Oz reps, Pete Jacobs and Luke McKenzie also made top 10. The girl’s race was also super exciting.

3. Our secretary Graeme Parsons now has the plaster off his arm. We hope it won’t be long and he will be back in action.

4. Uniform order has now closed.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you often talk about “hammer” and “bricks” but you aren’t referring to construction
… you often show up to work in the morning with goggle imprints around your eyes
… the front door of your house resembles a transition area

Safe Training,

Cheers,

Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 5 October 2011

2011-10-05T20:26:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

Thank you to those who have already submitted orders for our awesome tri suits, shirts and swimmers. When will the next order be? Who knows, so make sure you take advantage of the opportunity now.

Order closes this Sunday so get yours in online now at https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?ID=4795

Please don’t wait until Monday and then ask if it is too late to put an order in, the answer will be “Yes it is”. If you have deleted the size chart or the Q&A, email and it can be forwarded to you again.

Our event this weekend at Lake Alexander is a reverse order triathlon. All those runners are rubbing their hands together in anticipation of being ahead of those pesky swimmers for a change !! It’s great fun and really mixes up the field. See you there !

RESULTS:

1. Tri Port Douglas Long Course, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1 + some run

Male: Jarrod Owen 4.50.30 Female: Susan Crowe 5.30.09

Nikki Roddie 2nd Overall F 6.12.04

Others:

Jenny Kirkby 7.43.27

2. Tri Port Douglas Olympic Distance, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km+ run

Male: Justin Whitley 2.18.56 Female: Fiona Yard 2.44.16

Helen Bretten 2nd F41-50 3.13.36

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 9 October 2011

Lake Alexander

Reverse Order Triathlon

7am (Registration closes at 6.45am sharp – we have Triathlon NT AGM & Race Brief happening so please be early as we still want to get underway at 7am)

3km run, 13km bike, 300m swim

Event Status: CLUB (must be member to participate)

Race Director: Jac Crofton

Registration: Ian Pollock / Chris Batenburg

Timekeepers: Blue Watt / Jim Eadie

Fruit / Ice: Stef Puszka

Note:

1. All participants are to ensure they have at least one full water bottle on bike.

2. Events are sanctioned under Triathlon Australia Race Competition Rules and as such are NON DRAFTING (see attached for more information).

3. Roads open for this event. Competitors must stop if traffic lights are RED.

4. To assist at registration please bring membership card or copy of receipt.

TRIATHLON NT AGM this Sunday:

1. . Triathlon NT is the peak sporting organisation for triathlon in the NT. As Darwin Triathlon Club members you are also a member of Triathlon NT and Triathlon Australia.

2. If you would like to contribute to our sport at Territory and National Level, please have a chat to Triathlon NT President David McLeod (0411 226 967) or email eotriathlonnt@gmail.com

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED: Wind Trainer in excellent condition. Will pay maximum $150. Needed asap. Contact Renae: 0488 102 939

2. Items for next E News and requests for re runs by Sunday 9pm please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. I have it on good authority that some of the junior boys are already showing triathlon skills that surpass those of their dads.

2. Looking for something to do with the kids during the holidays? The Darwin Waterfront will be ‘the place to be’ with an exciting line up of events and activities with something different on offer every day of the school holidays from 1-8 October. Check out http://www.waterfront.nt.gov.au/ for more info

3. School Sport NT Triathlon entry for all kids 12+ now open online ($15) at www.triathlonnt.com.au . The biggest category is expected to be the novice and teams category. If you have or know of 12+ school age kids, encourage them to enter now. (You could encourage them by sharing your tri skills so nothing is unexpected).

4. Hey girls, looking for a pair of training togs, check out our Darwin Tri Club swimmers featured in the current uniform order.

5. Our club shirt could make an ideal surprise in someone’s Christmas stocking !

6. Tri Port Douglas Long Course included a long sand run (and stairs) x4. As if that wasn’t hard enough, the run was also long !

7. Ironman World Championships in Kona take place this weekend. Stu Fitch is our sole DTC representative this year. He’s registered and ready to race (Monday our time). Good luck Stu !

8. Live athlete tracking of Kona at www.ironman.com

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… you are following the “what will Crowie ride at Kona story” closely
… you have already said to your partner that you would like a new bike (Garmin, helmet, cycle shoes, tri suit …) for Christmas
… your body has a “gu o’clock” in built alarm.

Safe Training,

Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 3 October 2011

2011-10-03T10:29:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

A changeover of email system has provided a few hiccups. My apologies if you didn’t receive E News last week.

If this isn’t on your preferred email account, please let me know and I’ll change immediately.

We have woken up to fantastic news from Europe this morning … Michelle Mitchell won Challenge-Barcelona Maresme (iron distance) overnight. Well done Michelle.

Our junior season got underway yesterday. The junior committee did a great job organising at what proved to be a somewhat difficult venue. The very enthusiastic juniors were lead through warm up with Bec Thyne. Bec also did a great job encouraging the new starters. Our thanks to all who assisted with our first junior event of the season.

RESULTS:

1. Challenge Barcelona – Marseme, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Clemente Alonson 8.15.25 Female: Michelle Mitchell 9.15.00

2. Western Suburbs Tri Club, Vic, Duathlon, 5km run, 18.75km bike, 5km run

Male: Chad Anderson 1.05.27 Female: Kirsten Nordin 1.20.13

3. Gatorade Open Water Swim, Lake Bennett, Medallists (DTC members)

5km

F12-16: Lara Whitehouse 1st

M17-20: Tobias Barnes 2nd

M21+: Tim Green 1st, Skip Hall 2nd

F21+: Ryoko Jones 2nd

1.2km

M17-20: Michael Collins 1st

(sorry times not yet available)

4. Kukio Blue Water Swim, Hawaii, 1.9km swim

Male: Ky Fee 22.33 Female: Karlyn Pipes-Neilsen 23.48

Stu Fitch 1st M55-59 27.11

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 9 October 2011

Lake Alexander

Reverse Order Triathlon

3km run, 13km bike, 300m swim

Event Status: CLUB (must be member to participate)

Race Director: Jac Crofton

Registration: Ian Pollock / Chris Batenburg

Timekeepers: Blue Watt / Jim Eadie

Fruit / Ice: Stef Puszka

REMINDER TRIATHLON NT AGM:

1. Triathlon NT Inc Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday 9 October 2011, 6.45am at Lake Alexander.

2. Triathlon NT is the peak sporting organisation for triathlon in the NT. As Darwin Triathlon Club members you are also a member of Triathlon NT and Triathlon Australia.

3. If you are able to contribute to our sport at Territory and National Level, please have a chat to Triathlon NT President David McLeod (0411 226 967) or email eotriathlonnt@gmail.com

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE - 2011 Giant TCR Advanced Road bike - Medium size, Ultegra groupset. Bike has done less than 200km! Retail price $3499 Asking $2500 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

2. FOR SALE - SpeedPlay ‘Zero’ chrome-moly pedals and cleats – excellent condition. All details at Retail price $275 Asking $100 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

3. FOR SALE Shimano Road shoes R190 size 46 – excellent condition. Carbon sole. Retail price $220 Asking $100 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

4. FOR SALE Polar RS800CX Pro Team Edition cycling computer / HR monitor. Includes speed and cadence sensors, a new chest soft-strap and software. Retail price $799 Asking $300ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

5. FOR SALE - TK1 Kayak – perfect for the Katherine Ultra-Challenge. Stable and quick, in great condition and ready to go. Comes with a ‘skirt’ to keep water out through the rapids. MAX-Paddle M333 carbon wing paddle with ‘split shaft’ and bag – adjustable length and feather, easy to transport. Asking $900ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

6. FOR SALE: Merida Warp 6 TT bicycle 2007 model. $1300 Excellent condition. 53cm frame, Shimano Ultegra derallieurs, Dura Ace bar shifters, FSA gossamer triathlon crank, FSA vision bars, Shimano R550 wheelset. Contact Les 0439 884 772.

7. Items for next E News or re run requests by tomorrow 9pm please.

CLUB UNIFORM ORDER:

1. Information on our latest order went out late of Thursday, if you didn’t receive please advise.

2. Get your order for our tri suits ($162), club shirts ($52), men’s swimmers ($34) and ladies one piece ($52) in now.

3. If you accidentally deleted the uniform Q & A and the size charge, email and I’ll resend.

4. Smaller sizes are suitable for many of our juniors.

5. Order closes this week so get your order in now before you forget.

6. Order and payment online at https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?ID=4795

OTHER NEWS:

1. Congratulations to Steve & Anna Goat who welcomed a new little tri baby to their family. Fynn Elliot was born in the early hours of Thursday 22 Sept. Mum & bub doing well.

2. Ice packs got a big workout over the weekend with a number of people tasting the tarmac.

3. The smashers are out and about again (grrrrr). Our vice president Dave Croser reports he came across 12 smashed bottles on the cycle path, between the signs to Pinelands and Palmerston and that there are a further 4 just up from the Caltex service station. Keep an eye out.

4. If you notice a problem with the road/path you are riding on, the vegetation, or anything else, go to the site below to report it, wherever you are in the NT. Your complaint will be channelled to the right area.

http://www.nt.gov.au/transport/ntroads/faults/cyclepaths/index.shtml

5. Bec Thyne is moving to Alice Springs this weekend. All the best with your new position Bec. Alice Springs Triathlon Club take note !!

6. Our Facebook page has 100 “LIKES” already. Don’t forget to “LIKE” us when you next check out the news and photos there.

7. Great to see so many of our members out training over the weekend. As well as all those events on our club calendar, it’s almost Noosa time, Shepparton 70.3, Canberra 70.3, and Phuket 70.3 are not far away, ditto IM WA and we have people signed up already for 2012 in IM Oz, IM Melbourne, Mooloolaba, Geelong, and Singapore to name but a few.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN …

… blisters, chaffing, road rash and sunburn (and the occasional black toe) are just a minor annoyance

… you have more water bottles than wine glasses in your cupboard

… you have Plan A, Plan B and “try not to die” race plans

Safe Training,

Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Club Uniform Order Now Open

2011-09-30T13:33:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

Here's the information on our much awaited club uniform order.

We have maintained our fantastic colours for this order and are offering our new club shirts, Men’s and Women’s Tri Suits, Ladies 1 Piece swimmers and Men’s swimmers. We hope this covers most of your training and racing needs.

The women’s version of the Tri Suit and the one piece are lined.

Following your feedback from our previous club shirt order we have asked Cannibal to increase the arm size a little on the women’s version.

Attached:

1. Size Chart: It is important to measure yourself and check sizes against this chart. Cannibal pattern makers revised their sizing measurements earlier this year.

Club Gear Q&A:

Q: What do the club uniform items look like?

A: Most of you have seen the new club shirts and the men’s swimmers. Images of the other items can be viewed as you place your online order.

Q: Who is our supplier?

A: Our suppliers are Cannibal.

Q: Can I try items on to see what size I am?

A: Sorry no.

Q: Is there more info on items?

A: Yes. Refer Cannibal website www.cannibal.com.au for more detailed description.

Q: How do I know what size to order?

A: We recommend you measure yourself, check the attached size chart and then order relevant sizing. Don't guess. Cannibal pattern makers have recently revised their size chart to ensure their chart is as accurate as possible.

Q: What if I order and it doesn't fit?

A: Happy to advertise the item for re sale in the E News on your behalf.

Q: If I don't order now can I get what I want later?

A: No guarantee. If the minimum order numbers of an item are obtained, that's all we get.

Q: Why doesn't the club hold uniform stocks?

A: A number of reasons including deterioration in our climate, storage, administration, cost to the club and the volunteer time involved.

Q: Why do I have to pay up front?

A: Uniform order is a voluntary service to members & experience tells us this is the easiest way to manage. The club also has to pay up front before delivery.

Q: If I don't order now, when will the next order be done?

A: Not known.

Q: How much profit does the club make on this?

A: Zero. The club also subsidises the freight & design costs to ensure members get quality club gear at the lowest possible cost.

Q: Why is the closing date Sunday 9 October 2011 at 8pm?

A: We have been advertising for some time that a uniform order was about to happen. To assist the uniform order volunteer, please get your orders in asap, today would be fantastic!

Q: How do I order?

A: Order online https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?ID=4795

Q: What if minimum order numbers are not reached?

A: If order numbers are not at or close to minimum, your payment will be refunded.

Q: What is the turnaround time for delivery?

A: Allow about 4 weeks from placement of order.

We hope you will all take advantage of this opportunity to order quality club design gear.

Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club

Robyn's E News 28 Sept 2011

2011-09-29T13:41:00.000+09:30

Hi All,

Don't worry, you didn't miss out ! There was no E News distributed on Monday. Combination of factors, I didn't get back from the National Triathlon Conference until stupid o'clock on Sunday night and had to resolve some internet issues (now sorted ... at least I hope they are).

It was great to hear there was such a good turnout for Sunday's event. Our thanks go to RD Craig Garland and all those who assisted with the event on race day. I know you are all waiting patiently for the results so ….

RESULTS:

1. Triathlon, Lake Alexander, 400m swim, 13km bike, 3km run (Prov results, please advise any errors)

1 Matt King 37 mins 04 secs; 2 Kyle Gear 37.49; 3 Tim Ellison 38.42; 4 Rob Weatherald 39.07; 5 Marcus Lisle 39.13; 6 Steve Goat 39.39; 7 Lee Wilson 39.48; 8 Ron Griep 40.01; 9 Pete Brady 40.22; 10 David Croser 40.37; 11 Justin Tranter 40.50; 12 Brian Gallagher 40.57; 13 Korgan Hucent 41.23; 14 Rob Brooks 42.00; 15 Jason Jones 42.08; 16 Tim Green 42.39; 17 John Arrigo 42.42; 18 John Thyne 42.50; 19 Chris Battenburg 43.00; 20 Kylie Gaffel 43.10; 21 Ali Croser 43.16; 22 Dale Berk 43.25; 23 Blue Watt 44.10; 24 Nikki Roddie 44.19; 25 Belinda Birk 44.30; 26 Ryoko Jones 44.41; 27 Paul Hollander 44.55; 28 Team Karen Lewis/Phil Lewis 45.24; 29 Simon Weise 45.38; 30 Paul Usher 45.57; 31 Dean Cramp 46.29; 32 Thomas Parkinson 47.21; 33 Monica Stewart 47.31; 34 Nelson Rossingh 48.23; 35 Lisa Roberts 48.31; 36 David Hancock 48.33; 37 Col Smith 48.43; 38 Stuart Stacey 48.56; 39 James Lugg 49.01; 40 Nathan Dwyer 49.02; 41 Jo Duncan 49.21; 42 Jane Marie Kerslake 49.25; 43 Bertram Birk 49.32; 44 Peta Jeggo 49.38; 45 Paul Tilbrook 49.39; 46 Gerard Wong 49.53; 47 Lisa Eadie 50.03; 48 Arullen Naidoo 50.03; 49 Phil Blumberg 50.38; 50 Alexis Marshall 50.53; 51 Monique Eliseo 51.00; 52 Belinda Townend 51.12; 53 Amy Pallentine 51.38; 54 Karen Lewis 52.16; 55 Kate Richardson 52.30; 56 Emma Muntz 52.49; 57 MacKinlay Stirrat 52.54; 58 Paula Monaghan 53.03; 59 Ben Sanders 53.52; 60 Team Angela Librio/Tori Sherrock 55.05; 61 Trev Edwards 55.37; 62 Jacqui Brown 55.49; 63 Bill Piper 56.14; 64 Scott Mathews 56.37; 65 James Geddes 56.38; 66 Rose Stephens 57.18; 67 Erin Whitehead 57.36; 68 Cath Meng 58.01; 69 Christine Friebel 59.24; 70 Team J Brown/Erin Mettam 59.58; 71 Leanne Abel 1.00.11; 72 Leah Hendrick 1.03.19; 73 Glen Scholz dnf; 74 Malinda Leach dnf; 75 Barry Sullivan dnf; 76 Craig Leach dnf; 77 Barry King dnf

2. Ironman 70.3 France Pays d’Aix, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Stephane Poulat 3.49.43 Female: Jeanne Gollonge 4.17.42

3. Ironman 70.3 Augusta, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Victor Zyemtsev Female: Emma-Kate Lidbury 4.19.31

4. 2011 ITU Duathlon World Championships, Gijon, 10km run, 40km bike, 5km run

Male: Sergio Silva (POR) 1.51.17 Female: Katie Hewison (GBR) 2.02.45

5. ITU Pan American Cup (USAT Championships, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Hunter Kemper 1.48.24 Female: Laura Bennett 1.59.37

JUNIORS:

1. Our junior season kicks off this weekend:

Triathlon

Sunday 2 October 2011

Goldfish Bowl, 44 Toupein Road, Yarrawonga

Registration closes 7.45am

2. Juniors wishing to participate must be club members. Membership is $45 online at www.triathlonnt.com.au

3. Our Junior coordinator is Jason Jones 0439 885 797

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 9 October 2011

Lake Alexander

Reverse Order Triathlon

3km run, 13km bike, 300m swim

Event Status: CLUB (must be member to participate)

Race Director: Jac Crofton

Registration: Ian Pollock / Volunteer Required

Timekeepers: Blue Watt / Jim Eadie

Fruit / Ice: Stef Puszka

TRIATHLON NT AGM:

1. Triathlon NT Inc Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday 9 October 2011, 6.45am at Lake Alexander.

2. Triathlon NT is the peak sporting organisation for triathlon in the NT. As a Darwin Triathlon Club members you are also a member of Triathlon NT and Triathlon Australia.

3. If you are able to contribute to our sport at Territory and National Level, please have a chat to Triathlon NT President David McLeod (0411 226 967) or email eotriathlonnt@gmail.com

DARWIN TRI CLUB COMMITTEE NEWS:

1. Our newly elected committee held their first meeting on Monday and I can report that you are well represented by a committed, passionate & approachable group. They are already working hard on your behalf.

2. A hard copy of our calendars (junior & senior) will be produced this week and distributed. Copy of calendar will also be available on the club website.

3. We require a volunteer to take charge of our race box and timers. Suitable person would be one who attends majority of our events, has access to photocopying facilities (to ensure supply of registration & timing sheets is maintained) and is happy to get the race box to events in time for opening of registration. Sound like you? Please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

4. Uniform order of tri suits, Ladies 1 piece swimmers, men’s swimmers and club tee shirts will be finalised this week.

5. We have revamped our tri suit design and it looks great.

6. Heads up that venue for our Enduro event scheduled for Nightcliff Pool will change to Lake Alexander.

7. We would like to again recognise those of our previous committee who stood down at our recent AGM. Jane Marie Kerslake (Treasurer), Jodie McLeod (Juniors) and Simon Jeggo (Equipment) have all given of their time and effort over a long period and we thank them sincerely for their contribution to our club.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Merida Warp 6 TT bicycle 2007 model. $1300 Excellent condition. 53cm frame, Shimano Ultegra derallieurs, Dura Ace bar shifters, FSA gossamer triathlon crank, FSA vision bars, Shimano R550 wheelset. Contact Les 0439 884 772

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. Big rumour that Chrissie Wellington has crashed and injured her elbow & sustained some severe gravel rash. There is speculation that she could be out of Ironman World Championships in Hawaii next month.

2. Our pro triathlete Michelle Mitchell is marking time in Spain prior to Challenge Barcelona this weekend. Good luck Michelle!

3. Bella Hatty showed a clean pair of heels to the rest of the field in the 800m at the North Qld Athletic Championships (pb of 2.34) Bella backed up for a silver in the 1500m (also setting a pb in 5.32).

4. At time of compiling this E News, results from the NT Open Water Championships were yet to be posted but word is a number of our members came away with medals. Watch this space.

5. The Port Douglas Tri Festival is on this weekend. Good luck to Helen Bretten (Olympic Distance) and Nikki Roddie (Half IM).

6. I’m pretty good at athlete tracking but it helps if you can give a heads up if you (or someone you know) are competing interstate or overseas.

Safe Training,

Cheers,

Robyn

Robyn Stanley

Darwin Triathlon Club

E News

Robyn's E News 21 Sept 2011

2011-09-22T09:11:00.002+09:30

Photo: Junior bikes racked and ready

Hi All,

Where has the time gone? Wednesday's half over already !

Our event on Sunday is another good format to suit all abilities and we expect another bumper turnout.

A copy of the 10 important rules of triathlon is attached, worth having a read if you are new to the sport or need a reminder.

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 25 September 2011
Lake Alexander
7am
400m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Event status: CLUB

Race Director: Craig Garland
Registration: Marcus Lisle / John Thyne
Timekeepers: Belinda Holt / Derek Cross
Fruit / Ice: John Thyne

Note:

1. To speed up registration process, please bring your tri card or copy of membership receipt with you to registration.

2. Roads will be open. You must stop for any RED traffic lights.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: DBR Podium Comp 2010 (brand new ridden only a handful of times), Full Carbon Frame 55cm, Shimano 105 Running Gear, Mavic Wheel-set, wireless computer, tool bag + tools, selling due to hand injury. Contact Rick 0427 278 775

2. Items for next E News by 9pm Sunday please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. That uniform order isn't far away. We have Cannibal working on updating our tri suit design and as soon as that comes through we will get details of all items out to you.

2. Who was that club life member described as ... "an Australian world class cyclist" in a recent overseas media article?

3. The recent Sydney Marathon course has been rated as a real toughie.

4. Asha Mahasuri is going ultra this weekend. Asha's taking part in a 56km run event in SA.

5. Good luck to our members taking part in the NT Swimming's Lake Bennett open water championships on Saturday.

6. Triathlon NT have the School Sport NT Triathlon happening at Lake Alexander on Sunday 16 October 2011 with first event kicking off at 7am. Entry is open to all juniors aged 12+. Entry & further details at www.triathlonnt.com.au $15 for individual entry and $25 per team. The course will be run throughout East Point and roads will be closed to traffic.

7. Our man on the spot in Hawaii Stu Fitch, reports there is an ever increasing number of triathletes arriving on the Big Island preparing for Ironman World Championships (now only a couple of weeks away). Stu is the only NT representative tackling Kona this year.

8. Word is that slots for Ironman 70.3 Asia Pacific Championships in Phuket (4 Dec) are filling fast since the announcement that 30 Kona slots have been allocated to the event. Less than 200 spots remain.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you are in to slip, slop and slap in a big way
... you think one litre is a quick sip
... you don't care where, when, or what format ... if the club puts on the event you will be there

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 19 Sept 2011

2011-09-19T09:49:00.002+09:30

Photo: Kids in action at the junior Come & Try Day at Casuarina Pool

Hi All,

The Darwin Triathlon Club junior Come and Try Day was a huge success with kids enjoying a morning of varied activities (including a mini tri) at Casuarina Pool. It was a brilliant location to introduce the kids to our sport. A big thank you to John Thyne, Lee Wilson, Bec Thyne and all the volunteers who assisted with the morning.

It really does look like the juniors will be in for a fantastic season as well. The junior season kicks off on 2 October 2011 so get your kids signed up online now at www.triathlonnt.com.au

Our Family Membership option is great value ... mum, dad and two kids for $5 cheaper than the cost of two individual memberships. Those parents watching on the sidelines yesterday may like to consider a family membership package.

RESULTS:

1. Sydney Marathon, 42.2km

Male: Lemboi Kiplimo 2.17.39 Female: Letay Hadish 2.43.22

David McLeod 3.29.03
Angelika Hannon 5.07.38

2. Sydney Half Marathon, 21.1km

Male: Lee Troop 1.07.15 Female: Belinda Martin 1.17.18

Jodie McLeod 1.56.10

Others:
Peter Eason 7th 1.13.49

3. Tour de Timor, Mtb 6 stages

Male: Luke Fetch 20.49.56 Female: Peta Mullins 23.53.13

Matt King 19th M +2.00.35
Roger Decurtins + 7.46.53
Col Smith +16.25.36
Daniel O'Brien + 17.14.49
Kylie Gaffel 33rd F + 17.54.35

Others:

Phil Brownscombe + 4.22.28
Aaron Caden + 7.04.37
Pete Svara + 14.37.06
Karen Wilson F + 9.52.46

3. Ironman 70.3 Japan, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Hideo Fukui Female: Belinda Granger (times tbc))

4. Ironman 70.3 Cancun, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Andi Boecherer 3.55.19 Female: Christie Sym 4.40.31

5. Ironman 70.3 Bransen, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Matt Lieto 3.15.43 (with a run time of 23.15 think that's a timing oops) & Ben Hoffman in 4.09.02 might be winner Female: Svetlana Blazevic 3.41.41 tbc

6. Ironman 70.3 Syracuse, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Bart Aernouts 3.57.30 Female: Nikki Butterfield 4.18.57

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 25 September 2011
Lake Alexander
7am
400m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Event status: CLUB

Race Director: Craig Garland
Registration: Marcus Lisle / John Thyne
Timekeepers: Belinda Holt / Derek Cross
Fruit / Ice: John Thyne

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. STOLEN: Someone borrowed my mountain bike without my Permission. It is a Specialized Hardrock 29r. It has a white Frame and rims and brown seat. Reward offered for Information leading to its return. Contact Paul 0413 436 923 if you have any information.

2. FOR SALE: Club Shirts $60 each. Only have Women's (V neck) in Medium: 86-91 cm & Large: 91-96 cm left. If you are interested in purchasing a shirt, please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com with the subject line: CLUB SHIRT. Please advise how many and what size you require and I'll let you know availability and payment instructions.

3. Items for E News or requests for advt re runs by 9pm tomorrow please.

CLUB SHIRTS:

1. Our fantastic new club shirts were extremely well received & we only have a couple of women's left.

2. Don't despair, I'm in the middle of confirming prices and delivery dates for another order of selected club gear.

3. Watch this space to ensure you don't miss out as the turnaround time for the order will be pretty quick.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Apologies to Joseph White, shown as a dnf in E News last Monday. Joseph did in fact finish (fast), and has rocketed to the top of the U20 pointscore !

2. Full results from our last event showing splits are now posted to our website.

3. Photos from yesterday's junior Come & Try are up on Flickr now and a selection are also on our Facebook Page.

4. Finally rode the new bike path section out to Howard Springs to check for myself what all the fuss was about. Wow how good is that path now, and absolutely fantastic to have such a safe stretch of path to train on.

5. I fail to see the attraction of turfing empty bottles from cars. Be watchful out there, Saturday night's entertainment has left shattered glass all over the place.

6. Team entries for the Leah Cullen Relay Challenge close this Friday 23 Sept 2011. Open to teams of 5-10 entry $100. Prizes. Further information & details of how to enter your team at www.nt.swimming.org.au Do you know if we have team of triathletes in??

7. I'm hearing that a number of our members made it in to Ironman Melbourne next year.

8. Time to start thinking about events if you are hoping to make the Australian age group team for ITU World Triathlon Championships in Auckland next year. Race 3 of our Sprint Series and our Club Champs next year, are selection points events for the Sprint (SD) & Olympic Distance (OD) teams respectively.

9. On that note our 2011 Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon was a selection points event for the age group team for ITU World Long Distance Triathlon Championships in Spain in 2012.

11. If you are interested in any of the above teams, check out the selection criteria & closing dates for nominations at www.triathlon.org.au

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... waking up at 5am to train seems the natural thing to do
... you can relate to those YouTube videos taking the mickey out of triathletes
... you feel a sense of loss when you finally consign those favourite tri tops to the bin (after all, you wore them at your best race)

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 14 Sept 2011

2011-09-19T09:48:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

It was somewhat of a shock to find the brrr factor had returned yesterday. I had white knuckles and chattering teeth by the time swim squad finished & didn't thaw out until mid morning .... and I know I wasn't alone ! I did pause to enjoy it though as it's already warming up again.

The juniors get to come out and play this weekend with their Come and Try Day happening on Sunday morning at Casuarina Pool (Registration [$5]opens 7.15am). We encourage those with kids to have them there & registered before 7.45am.

RESULTS:

1. Producing our club race results are a fantastic volunteer effort by a number of people.

2. You can help get them right by staying clear of the finish line once you have crossed. While it's great to warm down or go out and jog in with friends, please stay well clear of the finish line so that your number isn't recorded again.

3. Please don't approach the timekeepers for your times, they are still busy recording other finishers.

4. If you do not finish for some reason, please advise the timekeepers so they can make a note.

5. Notice an error in the results in E News? Please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com and we will check it out before sheets get handed on for splits to be calculated.

6. Same goes for pointscore. Please advise any discrepancies. We do sometimes get the adds wrong & a regular audit eventually picks this up, but if you notice an error we would love to hear from you.

7. Your help is always appreciated.

JUNIOR NEWS:

1. COME & TRY:

Darwin Triathlon Club Junior Come and Try - Open to all school aged children

Sunday 18 Sept 2011
Casuarina Pool
Registration : 7.15am - 7.45am
Activities start: 8am
$5.00

See flyer attached to last Monday's E News.

2. SCHOOL SPORT NT TRIATHLON

School Sport NT Triathlon - this event is open to all school age children aged 12 and above

Sunday 15 October 2011
Lake Alexander
Check in on race day: 6am - 6.40am

Seniors & Intermediate with birth year of 1993-1997: 500m swim, 16km bike, 4km run
Juniors 1998 - 1999: 250m swim, 10km bike, 2km run
Individual Novice &/or Teams: 250m swim, 10km bike, 2km run

Entry online at www.triathlonnt.com.au All participants must register online by 5pm 12 October 2011

Entry fees: $15 Individual; Teams (of 2 or 3) $25

Further information: Lee Wilson 0437 700 422

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 25 September 2011
Lake Alexander
7am
400m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Event status: CLUB

Race Director: Craig Garland
Registration: Marcus Lisle / John Thyne
Timekeepers: Belinda Holt / Derek Cross
Fruit / Ice: John Thyne

CLUB SHIRTS:

1. Our club shirts are being enthusiastically greeted and proving to be a popular item.

2. The shirts are $60 each. If you are interested in purchasing a shirt, please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com with the subject line: CLUB SHIRT. Please advise how many and what size you require and I'll let you know availability and payment instructions.

3. Size Chart (Chest measurements):
Men's (round neck)
Small: 91-96 cm
Medium: 96-101 cm
Large: 101-106 cm
XLarge: 106-111 cm

Women's (V neck)
Small: 81-86 cm
Medium: 86-91 cm
Large: 91-96 cm

4. Stocks of women's sizes are already very low so get your order in now.

OTHER NEWS:

1. The piece on our club history stirred some memories. Of those attending at Furlano's almost 20 years ago, some memories were romantic while for others it was recalling the pain of monumental hangovers !

2. We have just ticked over the 200 member mark !

3. Tour de Timor is underway with a number of our members taking part. We are hearing news that ranges from top 10 stage placings to others wondering what on earth they were thinking when they entered ! It's a tough event and this year stage cut off times are being more strictly applied. There will be some good stories around next week.

4. Fish stocks in Lake Alexander have diminished following our event on Sunday. When one of our ladies finally headed for the shower at home after the race, she was amazed when a small fish fell out of her tri top ! There is some speculation as to where it may have become lodged !!

5. Our Flickr page now has 7,738 photos and has recorded 72,197 views. Photos from Presentation Night and the Open Water Tri are up. Some from last weekend's event will be posted soon. You can view at http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub/

6. And for all those Facebook users out there we have a page to "Like" at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Darwin-Triathlon-Club/232422713443222

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... Gu is a regular ingredient of your diet
... it is difficult to find anything not containing lycra in your wardrobe
... you get excited by a new colour range in your favourite running shoes

YOU KNOW YOU ARE NEW TO TRIATHLON WHEN...

... a 10k is your dream engagement ring
... breathing hard and getting sweaty is something you try to avoid unless you are in bed
... eating healthy involves diet coke

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn's E News 12 Sept 2011

2011-09-12T09:28:00.002+09:30

Photo: Heading for swim start at Lake Alexander yesterday

Hi All,

We had a fantastic turnout for our event at Lake Alexander yesterday. Many were doing their first club race and the enthusiasm to meet the challenge was very evident. Well done to all, especially those having three times the fun for the very first time.

Our thanks to RD John Thyne for his efforts yesterday. As always our volunteer RD and those on roster (as well as those who just jumped in to help where needed) were much appreciated by all the competitors. John & a few stayers were still packing up, clearing rubbish, collecting signs and getting the trailer back into the shed while many of you were heading for home!

Our junior season is rapidly approaching. See the attached flyer for information on next Sunday's junior Come and Try. It's open to all school age kids and is a great opportunity for them to "try". Please pass the info on to your friends with youngster who may be interested.

RESULTS:

1. Triathlon, Lake Alexander, 300m swim, 13km bike, 2km run

1 Brett Verity 31.33; 2 Marcus Lisle 33.29; 3 Kyle Gear 33.43; 4 Liam Johnson 34.17; 5 Tim Ellison 34.49; 6 Justin Tranter 35.02; 7 Rob Weatherald 35.33; 8 Tony Cox 35.38; 9 Korgan Hucent 35.49; 10 Rob Brooks 37.55; 11 John Arrigo 37.59; 12 Dale Berk 38.10; 13 Jesse Mortensen 38.12; 14 Ian Pollock 38.18; 15 Bec Thyne 39.04; 16 Skip Hall 39.09; 17 Ryoko Jones 39.20; 18 Haydn Whitty 39.57; 19 Vicki Woodrow 39.58; 20 Stuart Stacey 40.06; 21 Joash Barnes 40.18; 22 Phil Lewis 40.19; 23 Louise Jettner 40.20; 24 Paul Hollander 41.03; 25 Lisa Roberts 41.04; 26 Daryl Stanley 41.11; 27 Trevor Moses 41.17; 28 Monica Stewart 41.24; 29 Nell Clarke 41.26; 30 Jane Marie Kerslake 41.43; 31 Kathy McKay 42.08; 32 Nathan Dwyer 42.32; 33 David Hancock 42.36; 34 Jo Duncan 42.42; 35 Phil Blumberg 43.15; 36 Mark Jagla 43.39; 37 Gerard Wong 43.45; 38 Ari McInerney 44.00; 39 Team Ari/Kym McInerney 44.01; 40 Monique Eliseo 45.02; 41 Barry Sullivan 45.27; 42 Louise Ogden 45.33; 43 Emma Muntz 45.40; 44 Karen Lewis 46.55; 45 Chynna Godfrey 47.13; 46 Corrine Fabian 47.31; 47 Mackinlay Stirrat 47.49; 48 Joy Glass 47.52; 49 Alan Day 48.24; 50 Bill Piper 48.44; 51 Lisa Eadie 49.06; 52 Greg Stonham 49.16; 53 Nerida Godfrey 49.21; 54 Rose Stephens 50.15; 55 Donna Bradley 50.24; 55 : 56 Leanne Abel 51.29; 57 Maree McLachlan 53.32; 58 Kelly Rau 53.40; 59 Priscilla Lenne 53.42; 60 Ben Sage 55.46; 61 Erin Whitehead 56.11; 62 Nicola Leach 59.21; 63 Sharn Griffin 1.05.32; 64 Joseph White dnf.

2. Ironman 70.3 World Championships, Henderson, USA, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Craig Alexander 3.54.48 Female: 4.20.55

Grant Preddy 52nd M25-29 5.04.29
Blue Watt 74th M50-54 5.47.34

3. ITU World Triathlon Championships Series, Beijing, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Elite Male: Alistair Brownlee (GBR) 1.48.07 Female: Andrea Hewitt (NZL) 1.58.26

U23 Male: Matthew Sharp (GBR) 1.52.12 Female: Agnieszka Jerzyk (POL) 2.07.07

4. Ironman Wales, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Jeremy Jurkiewicz 9.04.20 Female: Kristin Moeller (no time showing)

5. Ironman 70.3 Muskoka, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Michael Lovato 4.15.40 Female: Amanda Lovato 4.46.33

6. Ironman Wisconsin, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Ezequiel Morales 8.45.18 Female: Jessica Jacobs 9.41.03

JUNIOR NEWS:

1. Darwin Triathlon Club Junior Come and Try - Open to all school aged children is on next weekend:

Sunday 18 Sept 2011
Casuarina Pool
Registration : 7.15am - 7.45am
Activities start: 8am
$5.00

2. See attached flyer

3. Please forward details to anyone who has youngsters who may be interested in this event.

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 25 September 2011
Lake Alexander
7am
400m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Event status: CLUB

Race Director: Craig Garland
Registration: Marcus Lisle / John Thyne
Timekeepers: Belinda Holt / Derek Cross
Fruit / Ice: John Thyne

TRIATHLON HISTORY:

1. We recently conducted our Awards Night at the Trailer Boat Club (and a great night it was too!)

2. Awards Night was heavily subsidised. As members we paid just $25 for a fabulous evening at a brilliant location and enjoyed a sumptuous buffet meal and were kept entertained during the night. The winners amongst us received great prizes and our wonderful sponsors donated to a lucky draw & best dressed competition.

3. So what did members do back in 1992? As in almost 20 years ago .....

When: Friday 25 September 1992
Time: 7.30pm - 12.30am
Where: Furlanos (upstairs Fannie Bay shopping centre)
Cost: $30 per person
Dress: Formal or Black Tie

4. $25 a couple of weeks ago compared to $30 nearly 20 years ago ..... I'd suggest as club members, we really are getting a great deal !

CLUB SHIRTS:

1. FOR SALE: Limited stock of the new Darwin Triathlon Club shirt. Some of our award winners received these and you may have seen them out and about lately. The shirts are $60 each. If you are interested in purchasing a shirt, please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com with the subject line: CLUB SHIRT. Please advise how many and what size and I'll let you know availability and payment instructions.

Size Chart (Chest measurements):
Mens (round neck)
Small: 91-96 cm
Medium: 96-101 cm
Large: 101-106 cm
XLarge: 106-111 cm

Womens (V neck)
Small: 81-86 cm
Medium: 86-91 cm
Large: 91-96 cm

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: 2009 Pinarello FP3 road bike (full carbon). Size 51.5cm. Ultegra gears. Selling for $1900. Contact Gerard 0431 367 044 /8942 2846

2. Zipp 404 (tubular). Rarely used. Weight: ~1.2kg. Price: $1700 (fitted with 2xVittoria Evo Corsa 320 TPI, ultegra 11-23 cassette, Zipp valve extensions) plus 2 free spare tubulars. Contact Gerard: 0431 367 044 / 8942 2846

3. FOR SALE: Set Cane Creek carbon bar end brake levers for sale RRP $80.00 selling for $40.00 Contact Ben 0427 155 400

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. The rain bucketed down for the final event of the ITU World Triathlon Championships series in Beijing. Shades of London, Alistair Brownlee sloshed his way to yet another race victory & claimed the series again !

2. Paul Bell clocked up his 10th Ironman distance event at IM Canada. Today he is an interested onlooker at IM Wisconsin.

3. Jess Mortensen from Alice Tri Club was in town yesterday and joined us at Lake Alex. Jess enjoyed tri-ing in the Top End. Any current TA members visiting Darwin are very welcome to participate in our events.

4. The guys put in big time at the pointy end of the field ... noticed a couple needed to hug a tree after they crossed the line.

5. "Globetrotting geriatric triathlete Stu Fitch resident in Kona preparing for the Ironman World Championships in October placed second outright in local PeaMan event yesterday. The 3/4 mile swim and 3.9 mile run is conducted out of Kona Pier, and attracts an eclectic mix of eccentrics, locals, IM wannabe's, the occasional athlete and a Darwin blow-in. "

6. Liam Johnson is $1000 richer this morning after winning the NT News Supercoach competition.

7. Bicycle NT's AGM will be held on Monday 10 October 2011, at 8 pm, Jane Aagaard's Electoral Office in Nightcliff (where the market is held). More information www.bicyclent.com.au

8. After picking a couple of pieces of glass out of his foot yesterday, Korgan Hucent reckons walking around in transition in bare feet isn't such a good idea.

9. The Dextro Energy Triathlon Series Rankings have been finalised. Brits Alistair Brownlee and Helen Jenkins were tops. Best of the Aussies:
Male: 10th Brad Kahlefeldt 2217; 17th Brendan Sexton 1459; 50th Courtney Atkinson 562 and Female: 4th Emma Jackson 2760; 7th Emma Moffatt 2611; 13th Emma Snowsill 1784

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you find yourself wishing you had bought that new tri suit after all
... 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
... pawpaw ointment is your new best friend

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 7 Sept 2011

2011-09-07T12:12:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

It sounds as though many are looking forward to this weekend's race at Lake Alexander. The 300/13/2 format is ideal for club events ... fast & furious for some and challenging enough for others .... and we get finished & packed up early to still be able to enjoy a trip to the markets or brunch with the family !

It's also a fantastic distance for all our new members to have a go at. Great to see the increasing number of our juniors having a go at the senior events & this distance is ideal.

When can juniors compete at senior events? Basically as soon as they are skilled and confident enough to be riding on open roads and their age fits with the distance guidelines for juniors. If in doubt, have a chat to our RD John Thyne who also takes our junior training sessions.

RESULTS:

1. ITU Long Distance Duathlon World Championships, Zofingen, 10km run, 150km bike, 30km run

Male: Joerie Vansteelant 6.07.15 Female: Melanie Burke (NZ) 7.11.43

2. Ironman 70.3 Ireland, Swim course shortened due to weather conditions, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Mike Aigroz 3.50.12 Female: Lucy Gossage 4.21.09

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 11 September 2011
Lake Alexander
7.30am
300m swim, 13km bike, 2km run

Race Director: John Thyne 0423 797 401
Registration: Belinda Townend / Alan Day
Timekeeping: Ron Griep / Belinda Townend
Fruit / Ice: Brett Verity

Race status: CLUB ( = must be a member to participate)

1. Registration closes at 7.15am
2. For our newer members please see attached the basic rules of triathlon
3. Road will be open for this event. Competitors must stop if traffic lights are RED at Fannie Bay.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Set Cane Creek carbon bar end brake levers for sale RRP $80.00 selling for $40.00 Contact Ben 0427 155 400

2. PLEASE RETURN LOAN: of race wheels to someone last year ...can't remember who....they are ZIPPS 400 in a power bar bag, one is a deep rim the other not. Love to get them back!! Contact Hollie 0421 500 286

3. AVAILABLE: Accommodation for Noosa Tri. Spare room in house for Noosa Tri week from Wednesday until following Wednesday or part of. Contact Glen 0421 033 126

4. WANTED: MTB frame. I am looking for a good quality medium/large mountain bike frame, aluminium 6061, condition is not a problem as long as it is still sound/no cracks. A complete bike is ok too. Contact Paul 0413 304 283

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. It's a huge weekend in triathlon with ITU Age Group World Championships & ITU World Championship Series Final in Beijing & Ironman 70.3 World Championships happening in Henderson (Las Vegas).

2. We have two members competing in Las Vegas, Blue Watt (M50-54) and Grant Preddy (M25-29). Good luck to both guys.

3. Getting great feedback on our new club T shirts. They look fantastic & answer the call for a distinctive club shirt to wear casually or for training and also to take away when racing. A number of our prizewinners received these at our Presentation Night so we will give them another week to feel special before offerring our remaining stocks for general sale. The shirts will be sold to members at cost ($60) with the club subsidising design and freight costs.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you regularly scan race calendars for triathlons in holiday destinations
... you looked out the window this morning and checked the BOM before riding (a small spot of blue hanging over Lee Point/Nightcliff)
... you live your year by events ... and it's flying by ... it's almost Noosa !

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 5 Sept 2011

2011-09-05T08:20:00.002+09:30

Photo: Dance floor action at Pres Nite

Hi All,

Our Presentation Night Dinner was a sell out, food was delicious & the Trailer Boat Club setting was enjoyed by all. A huge thank you to Belinda Townend and Kate Richardson for their behind the scenes efforts to make our social event of the year so enjoyable. The girls also starred on the dance floor !

Thanks also to the following sponsors who contributed to our prize draws: CycleZone; Fernwood; Amart All Sports; NT Elite Cycles; Sportsco (Mitchell Centre) & Spokes NT.

Major prize (HR monitor watch from CycleZone) was won by Charlie Birk

We encourage you to support those businesses who support us.

The Open Water Triathlon yesterday was well attended by both competitors and supporters. Thanks to RD Ron Griep for his efforts to put this Father's Day event together for us. It's one many look forward to and obviously a number of Dad's got a special leave pass to attend. Ron was assisted by a fantastic band of volunteers and our thanks go to them as well as without this valued help, our event could not have gone ahead.

Special mention to Lisa Svara, who was paddling past and assisted with water safety, much appreciated Lisa !

RESULTS:

1. Open Water Triathlon, Casuarina Surf Club, 500m swim, 15km bike, 3km run

1 Brett Verity 49.23; 2 Matt King 51.37; 3 Tim Ellison 52.34; 4 Rob Weatherald 52.57; 5 Steve Goat 54.30; 6 Justin Tranter 54.46; 7 Daniel Eakins 54.51; 8 Tony Cox 55.33; 9 Mark Anzin 55.54; 10 Brian Gallagher 57.33; 11 Pete Brady 57.40; 12 John Thyne 58.20; 13 Kylie Gaffel 58.44; 14 Skip Hall 58.56; 15 Ryoko Jones 59.15; 16 Glen Woodrow 59.56; 17 John Arrigo 1.00.01; 18 Glen Scholz 1.00.37; 19 James Geddes 1.00.47; 20 Dale Berk 1.01.15; 21 Phill Hatty 1.01.29; 22 Louise Jettner 1.01.48; 23 Michael Collins 1.02.17; 24 Nick Coutts 1.02.32; 25 Daryl Stanley 1.02.53; 26 Monica Stewart 1.03.06; 27 Team Rosie Sullivan / Gerard Wong 1.04.52; 28 Juliette Neve 1.06.24; 29 Paul Tilbrook 1.06.38; 30 David Hancock 1.07.21; 31 Moira Wigley 1.07.50; 32 Team Tilbrook / Barry Sullivan 1.07.24; 33 Mark Jagla 1.08.31; 34 Stewart Stacey 1.08.32; 35 Col Smith 1.08.38; 36 Trevor Moses 1.08.44; 37 Team Ari/Kym McInerney 1.08.48; 38 Joseph White 1.10.44; 39 Kate Richardson 1.10.58; 40 James Miles 1.11.16; 41 Ari McInerney 1.11.33; 42 Belinda Townend 1.12.02; 43 Bill Piper 1.13.11; 44 Luke Schrotberger 1.13.55; 45 Team Rosie Sullivan/Erin Mettam 1.16.32; 46 Allan Day 1.17.49; 47 Erin Whitehead 1.19.32; 48 Nerida Godfrey dnf

2. Darwin Triathlon Club Presentation Night (Congratulations to all our winners)

Aquathlon Series: David Crane / Stef Puszka

Duathlon Series: Grant Preddy / Shaye Hatty

Sprint Series: 1 Grant Preddy; 2 Mark Anzin; 3 Steve Goat

Women's Series: 1 Ali Fitch; 2 Bec Thyne; 3 Vicki Woodrow

Age Group Triathlete of the Year Pointscore Awards:
U20: Tim Lewis / Louise Jettner
20-29: Grant Preddy / Rebecca Thyne
30-39: Steve Goat / Shaye Hatty
40-49: Tony Cox / Karen Lewis
50-59: Rob Weatherald / Vicki Woodrow
60-69: Daryl Stanley

Kerran Mudgway Memorial Club Champions: Chad Anderson / Vicki Woodrow

Geoff Simpson Memorial Long Course Series: Marcus Lisle / Shaye Hatty

Outstanding Junior: Bella Hatty

Ironman Performance: Michelle Mitchell

Most Improved: Graeme Parsons / Jac Crofton

Encouragement Awards: Glen Scholz / Moira Wigley

Broken Spoke Award: Phil Blumberg

Dag of the Year: Bertram Birk

Special Service Award: Allan Stancombe

UNCOLLECTED PRIZES:

1. There were a number of trophies and prizes not collected on Friday evening.

2. Please email to arrange to pick them up at your earliest convenience.

DARWIN TRIATHLON CLUB COMMITTEE:

1. Darwin Triathlon Club Annual General Meeting was held yesterday prior to the start of the Open Water Triathlon

2. Your 2011/2012 Committee is as follows:

President: Phill Hatty
Vice President: David Croser
Secretary: Graeme Parsons
Treasurer: Karen Lewis
Committee:
Jason Jones (Junior Representative)
Mark Jagla (Equipment)
Col Smith & Tony Cox (Permits)
Robyn Stanley (E News)
Ron Griep (Calendar)
Vicki Woodrow
Simon Weise
Bec Thyne

3. Jodie McLeod (Junior Rep), Jane Marie Kerslake (Treasurer) and Simon Jeggo (Equipment) stepped down from the committee. We acknowledge and thank them for their outstanding contribution to our club during their time on the committee.

PARTICIPATING AT OUR EVENTS:

1. Note - to compete at our club events you must have current membership.

2. Please stress this to your friends who ask about coming to our events. They can join online (www.triathlonnt.com.au) and need bring a copy of their receipt with them.

3. It can be embarrassing as well as disappointing for your friends if they have to be turned away.

4. Under the terms of the club's insurance policy, we are unable to make exceptions for anyone.

5. Thank you for your assistance in spreading the word.

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 11 September 2011
Lake Alexander
7.30am
300m swim, 13km bike, 2km run

Race Director: John Thyne 0423 797 401
Registration: Belinda Townend / Alan Day
Timekeeping: Ron Griep / Belinda Townend
Fruit / Ice: Volunteer Required

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. PLEASE RETURN LOAN: of race wheels to someone last year ...can't remember who....they are ZIPPS 400 in a power bar bag, one is a deep rim the other not. Love to get them back!! Contact Hollie 0421 500 286

2. AVAILABLE: Accommodation for Noosa Tri. Spare room in house for Noosa Tri week from Wednesday until following Wednesday or part of. Contact Glen 0421 033 126

3. WANTED: MTB frame. I am looking for a good quality medium/large mountain bike frame, aluminium 6061, condition is not a problem as long as it is still sound/no cracks. A complete bike is ok too. Contact Paul 0413 304 283

4. FOR SALE: 2011 Giant TCR Advanced Road bike - Medium size. Bike has done less than 200km! Retail price $3499 selling for $2500 Contact Peter 0402 346 194

5. FOR SALE: SpeedPlay ‘Zero’ chrome-moly pedals and cleats – excellent condition. Retail price $275 will sell at $100 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

6. FOR SALE: Shimano Road shoes R190 size 46 – excellent condition. Carbon sole. Retail price $220 will sell $100 Contact Peter 0402 346 194

7. FOR SALE: Polar RS800CX Pro Team Edition cycling computer / HR monitor. Includes speed and cadence sensors, a new chest soft-strap and software. Retail price $799 asking $300 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

8. FOR SALE - TK1 Kayak – perfect for the Katherine Ultra-Challenge. Stable and quick, in great condition and ready to go. Comes with a ‘skirt’ to keep water out through the rapids. MAX-Paddle M333 carbon wing paddle with ‘split shaft’ and bag – adjustable length and feather, easy to transport. PRICE $900 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

9. Items for next E News by tomorrow 9pm please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Renae McGarvie did miss out on competing in the World Police & Fire Games Triathlon. It was scheduled for the day Hurricane Irene hit New York. Renae was so very disappointed but apparently all is not lost ... she survived a bike ride in NYC peak hour traffic and has entered into the 27th annual one and only duathlon in Central park. Also her training for the Games wasn't wasted as she managed to enter indoor rowing at last minute too in the mixed senior doubles and missed out on a bronze medal by only 1 sec!!

2. Swimming NT has announced the Leah Cullen Relay Challenge will be held this year at Casuarina Pool, 4pm, Saturday 8 October 2011. They are looking for entries in the "Club 10km" details:

Clubs/Organisations may nominate more than one team, however the total maximum number of teams competing is 16. Priority will be given to the first team nominated from each Club/Organisation, and a minimum of 3 lanes (ie. 6 teams) will be dedicated to the SNTI Club 10km event – subsequent teams will only be accepted if space permits. Acceptance of subsequent teams will be on a first‐come first‐served basis until the maximum of 16 teams is reached. Club/Organisations will be notified and entry fee will be refunded if a subsequent nominated team is not accepted into the event.

If you want to put a tri team together, entry details and further information see www.nt.swimming.org.au

3. Our adventure racing lovers might like to check out the Lake Argyle Adventure Race, Sun 2 October 2011. There is $1000 prizemoney for 1st M & F. Further details: www.karunjie.net.au.

4. Blue Watt & Grant Preddy head for Las Vegas this week for Ironman 70.3 World Championships and Stu Fitch is Kona bound to acclimatise for the big one .. Ironman World Championships ... good luck guys.

5. We hear Blue has been getting some training tips from the Brownlee brothers. He also got himself a Dag of the Year nomination on Friday night for his daggy, baggy budgie smugglers at the Teams Event.

6. James Geddes got two nominations ... one in the Broken Spoke Award for his face plant (also at the Teams Event) & one in the Dag of the Year, given that the said face plant happened while wearing fairy wings.

7. Who was it that drove off and left one of their race wheels yesterday? Missed running over it by only centimetres ! Wheel has been returned owner safely.

8. Many of you will remember our Most Improved Trophies ... they ran out of space last year and the club has purchased new trophies. The history hasn't been lost though as it is included on the new version.

9. A couple of our trophies have disappeared, if you know that someone has one, please encourage them to return it. We are particularly interested to find the whereabouts of the NT Aquathlon trophies and an NT Olympic Distance Trophy.

10. On trophies, if you are lucky enough to win one (or more) please care for it. If you are leaving town please return trophy prior to going away. Also if you really don't want a trophy cluttering up your space, we are more than happy to store it for you. Some people like to be photographed with it and then hand back, whatever suits.

11. Photos from our Presentation Night are up on the club's Facebook page. Not on FB? They will be on our Flickr page soon.

12. Rumour has it that it rained in a few spots on Saturday morning .. meaning that humidity is building up ... as if we hadn't noticed !

13. A few of our members got up close and personal with the little croc that was found in Parap Pool the other morning. Mmmm, think they were hoping the the elastic band around its jaws held.

14. Ironman 70.3 Canberra is now sold out. You can be still be waitlisted for a spot, organisers will email if a withdrawal occurs & you are next on the list.

15. Keep an eye out for Clare's unique bamboo bike. It was stolen yesterday afternoon.

16. Enough for today .... if you have been through this lengthy read at work your boss is probably considering your future !

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... people start asking you when you are going to shave down
... you look forward to your long run
... you know the names of more Hawaii Ironman winners than Australian Prime Ministers

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 31 August 2011

2011-09-05T08:19:00.000+09:30

Hi All,

31 August and it looks like our dry season is ending bang on schedule. Record cold is the word, and those of us who have swum during the dry can verify that ... there were definitely some nippy mornings. These past few days have seen a few air cons kick into life again, and it's back to sweating our way through training.

Ticket sales for our Presentation Nite Dinner on Friday have now closed. Judging by numbers it's going to be another fantastic night. The theme of Roaring 20s & Gangster is encouraged.

RESULTS:

1. Adelaide Marathon, 42km

Male: Luke Goldup 2.39.50 Female: Sharon Ryder 3.02.23

Sue Parora 4th F40-44 3.35.51

2. City to Surf Perth Marathon, 42 km

Male: Luka Chelimo 2.17.03 Female: Roman Gesesse 2.36.21

Other:
Kelly Rowe 13th F25-34 3.29.07

3. Updated Ironman Canada

Paul Bell 190th M40-44 12.22.00

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 4 September 2011
Open Water Triathlon
Casuarina Surf Club
7.30am (Registration closes 7am)
500m swim, 15km bike, 3km run

Event status: CLUB (must be member to participate)

Race Director: Ron Griep
Registration: Ben Sanders / Moira Wigley
Timekeepers: Hans Bormann / Christine Friebel
Fruit / Ice: Russell Peacock

Note:

1. Please note wetsuit & speed suit use will be permitted at this event only.
2. As our AGM will take place prior to this event, registration will be closing at 7am sharp.
3. To assist our volunteers on registration please bring your membership card with you to events.
4. If you haven't yet received your card, a copy of your receipt is fine.

TRIATHLON NT AGM NOTICE:

1. Triathlon NT Inc Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday 9 October 2011, 6.45am at Lake Alexander.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED: Swimmer for Open Water Tri team. Contact Erin 0422 729 585

2. AVAILABLE: Accommodation for Noosa Tri. Spare room in house for Noosa Tri week from Wednesday until following Wednesday or part of. Contact Glen 0421 033 126

3. WANTED: MTB frame. I am looking for a good quality medium/large mountain bike frame, aluminium 6061, condition is not a problem as long as it is still sound/no cracks. A complete bike is ok too. Contact Paul 0413 304 283

4. Items for E News & requests for re runs by Sunday 8pm please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. See attached for recent media mentions.

2. There were a large number of Dag of the Year nominations for 2010/2011 ... will you get a mention at our dinner on Friday?

3. On Dag of the Year ... already people are doing daggy deeds in 2011/2012. Don't forget to note them down and email to darwintriclub89@bigpond.com where they will be held on file to be dragged out and dusted off this time next year ! Never fear, the names of the daggy deed dobbers are suppressed.

4. Chad Anderson heads interstate this weekend to pursue his pro triathlon career. We wish Chad all the best with his endeavours. He has been active in promoting our sport & mentoring juniors and his contribution is appreciated.

5. Renae McGarvie was heading to New York for the World Police & Fire Games to take part in the triathlon. Obviously there have been huge disruptions due to Hurricane Irene and indications from the event website are that triathlon was one of the sports cancelled. How disappointing if that's the case.

6. Not yet renewed your membership ... go to www.triathlonnt.com.au

7. There have been a number of queries about when your magazine subscription starts if you pay as part of your membership. It can appear to take some time as it depends on date paid to distribution dates. It will happen though.

8. As well as my trusty point and click, we also had David Hancock snapping great shots at Fernwood All Girls Tri. David's photos (including finish line images) can be viewed at http://gallerytwosix.com/component/content/article/39-four-boxes/51-new-images-galleries.html . Thanks to David for providing participants with these momentos of their achievement.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... your wife doesn't bat an eyelid when she finds her pink razor in the glove compartment of the car on the way to the Long Course - she knows your legs need a shave before you race
... you are jealous your partner can ride to work, and you are left to take the car
... you have checked out the new bike path extension out to Howard Springs

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 29 August 2011

2011-08-29T10:17:00.002+09:30

Photo: Brian Gallagher (water safety at Fernwood All Girls Tri)

Hi All,

There's a lot of info here, maybe grab a cup of coffee .....

Fernwood All Girls Tri was held in absolutely brilliant conditions yesterday at East Point Reserve. The women & girls loved it and it was great to see so much enthusiasm for our sport.

Our thanks to event coordinator Anna Goat who ensured everything ran smoothly in the lead up and on the day. Race Director Matt Brearley did an awesome job (from his height Matt is able to keep an eye on everything on race day) and we thank him for volunteering to undertake this role.

Matt & Anna were ablely assisted by a huge roster of volunteers (many of whom are the same faces you see race after race after race) and we thank them all for their help before, during and after the event.

A big thank you to the best gym in town, Fernwood, for once again sponsoring this event and giving so many women of all ages the opportunity to "tri" in such a supportive environment.

Our water safety yesterday was provided by Darwin Surf Lifesaving Club and there assistance was also greatly appreciated & reasurring for many of the participants.

RESULTS:

1. Fernwood All Girls Tri, 250m swim, 10km bike, 2.5km run

Louise Jettner (Triathlon NT Development Squad) 36.17; 2 Lisa Roberts 37.19; 3 Bella Hatty (Triathlon NT Junior Development Squad) 37.20

Full Results posted to www.triathlonnt.com.au

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

Male: Jordan Rapp 8.28.09 Female: Mary Ellis 9.03.13

Paul Bell - still on course, race in progress

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

Male: Chris McDonald 8.27.36 Female: Nina Kraft 9.38.14

PRESENTATION NIGHT DINNER this Friday:

1. Darwin Triathlon Club Presentation Night Dinner, will take place on Friday (2 September 2011) at the Trailer Boat Club.

2. Tickets are on sale at https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?ID=4589

Members 12+ $25; Non member guest $35; Children Under 12 $15

3. Ticket sales closed midnight tomorrow (Tuesday). Please assist our volunteers (lead by the irrepressable Belinda Townend) and register now as numbers are required for catering and setting up.

4. This is our social event of the year and is being hugely subsidised by the club to ensure you have a great night.

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 4 September 2011
Open Water Triathlon
Casuarina Surf Club
7.30am (Registration closes 7am)
500m swim, 15km bike, 3km run

Race Director: Ron Griep
Registration: Ben Sanders / Moira Wigley
Timekeepers: Hans Bormann / Christine Friebel
Fruit / Ice: Russell Peacock

Note:

1. Please note wetsuit & speed suit use will be permitted at this event.
2. As our AGM will take place prior to this event, registration will be closing at 7am sharp.

AGM REMINDER:

1. Date: Sunday 4 September 2011

2. Time: 7am

3. Location: Surf Club, Casuarina Beach

4. Have a chat to our President Phill Hatty or email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com if you are interested in taking a role on DTC committee.

NIGHTCLIFF POOL SWIM SQUAD:

1. Newly refurbished, shade clothed and a couple of degrees warmer, Nightcliff Pool has now reopened.

2. Swim squad resumes as normal at Nightcliff Pool tomorrow 6am - 7am.

FOR SALE/WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED: By new club member arriving in October, accommodation (share house, room, lease break all considered). Contact Bianca 0424 362 377

2. FOR SALE: 2011 Giant TCR Advanced Road bike - Medium size. Bike has done less than 200km! Retail price $3499 selling for $2500 Contact Peter 0402 346 194
3. FOR SALE: Profile Cobra T2+ carbon aero bars – as new. Retail price $300 asking $150 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

4. FOR SALE: SpeedPlay ‘Zero’ chrome-moly pedals and cleats – excellent condition. Retail price $275 will sell at $100 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

5. FOR SALE: Shimano Road shoes R190 size 46 – excellent condition. Carbon sole. Retail price $220 will sell $100 Contact Peter 0402 346 194

6. FOR SALE: Polar RS800CX Pro Team Edition cycling computer / HR monitor. Includes speed and cadence sensors, a new chest soft-strap and software. Retail price $799 asking $300 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

7. FOR SALE - TK1 Kayak – perfect for the Katherine Ultra-Challenge. Stable and quick, in great condition and ready to go. Comes with a ‘skirt’ to keep water out through the rapids. MAX-Paddle M333 carbon wing paddle with ‘split shaft’ and bag – adjustable length and feather, easy to transport. PRICE $900 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

8. LOST: At Lake Bennett, Aquasphere Tri Race Suit, Blue/Black White, XL. Contact Stu: 0418 437 075

9. FOUND: Bike tool, on bike course at Lake Bennett. Email me.

10. FOR SALE: Giant TCR 0, 2010, small, alloy frame, carbon fork and seat post, full Ultegra groupset, Mavic Aksium wheelset, 1 year old, ridden to church by grandma on Sundays. $1,200 ($2,400 new) Contact Bec 0408 878 689

10. Items & requests for re runs for next E News by 8pm tomorrow please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Ironman Melbourne sold out in 5 mins 05 secs ... how's that !!

2. Commiserations to our club secretary Graeme Parsons who is nursing a broken wrist after crashing. We hear the bike is ok and as it's his left hand won't interfere with his minute taking :).

3. Stu Fitch is hoping someone picked up his swim speed suit at Lake Bennett as it was missing after the race. Would you all mind checking your race bags please.

4. Water temp at Nightcliff Pool this morning ... a balmy 26.7 degrees.

5. We hear the Hoff has had to leave town ... needed a break from all the attention.

6. Photos from 2011 Fernwood are up on club flickr and also our Facebook page. More Fernwood photos soon to come courtesy of David Hancock (Gallery Two Six) watch this space.

7. Skip Hall won the revivied Mandorah Paddle Classic (competitors paddle from Mindil Beach to Mandorah & back).

8. A couple of girls were so enthusiastic about their Fernwood All Girls Tri experience they have joined the club this morning! A huge welcome to all our recent new members, we look forward to seeing you at a club event sometime soon.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... 6.30am is a sleep in
... you can finish a hard training sesssion & drink a recovery drink while in the shower or on the loo
... all your recent photos are finish line shots

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 24 August 2011

2011-08-24T12:28:00.002+09:30

Photo: President Phil about to complete Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon

Hi All,

How exciting ! We have the Fernwood All Girls Tri happening again at Lake Alexander this Sunday and our fantastic volunteers & coaches from the club are going all out along with Triathlon NT to make sure all the participants enjoy their triathlon experience.

For many of the girls it will be their very first triathlon. Others will be building on the sense of achievement gained from taking part last year & are back for a repeat taste of tri again on Sunday.

Lots of our newer members started out at Fernwood All Girls Tri before joining the club and we look forward to welcoming new members following Sunday's event.

If you haven't yet volunteered but are available on the day, come on down and check with RD Matt Brearley if there is a spot he would like you to help with. If not, just line the course and encourage these ladies on the day.

Gates close at East Point Reserve entrance at 7.30am with total road closure within the area until after 9am.

RESULTS:

1. Alice Springs Marathon, 42km

Male: Ben Streeter 2.56.41 Female: Asher Reynolds 3.21.31

2. Alice Springs Half Marathon, 21km

Male: John Polson 1.13.02 Female: Emma Kraft 1.33.17

Louise Ogden 2.10.47

COMING UP:

1. Fernwood All Girls Tri, Sunday 28 August 2011, Lake Alexander - 7.30am

2. Darwin Triathlon Club Presentation Night, Friday 2 September 2011, Trailer Boat Club. Tickets on sale at https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?ID=4589

Members 12+ $25; Non member guest $35; Children Under 12 $15

3. Darwin Triathlon Club Annual General Meeting, Sunday 4 September 2011 7am prior to event.

4. Sunday 4 September 2011
Open Water Triathlon
Casuarina Surf Club
7.30am
500m swim, 15km bike, 3km run

Race Director: Ron Griep
Registration: Ben Sanders / Moira Wigley
Timekeepers: Hans Bormann / Christine Friebel
Fruit / Ice: Volunteer Required

SWIM SQUAD ~ CHANGE

1. Coach Daryl Stanley advises that Nightcliff Pool closure has been extended due to delay with repairs.

2. Swim squad will be at Casuarina Pool tomorrow 6am - 7am.

3. Swim squad back to normal at Nightcliff Pool from next Tuesday (30 August).

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: 2011 Giant TCR Advanced Road bike - Medium size. Bike has done less than 200km! Retail price $3499 selling for $2500 Contact Peter 0402 346 194
2. FOR SALE: Profile Cobra T2+ carbon aero bars – as new. Retail price $300 asking $150 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

3. FOR SALE: SpeedPlay ‘Zero’ chrome-moly pedals and cleats – excellent condition. Retail price $275 will sell at $100 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

4. FOR SALE: Shimano Road shoes R190 size 46 – excellent condition. Carbon sole. Retail price $220 will sell $100 Contact Peter 0402 346 194

5. FOR SALE: Polar RS800CX Pro Team Edition cycling computer / HR monitor. Includes speed and cadence sensors, a new chest soft-strap and software. Retail price $799 asking $300 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

6. FOR SALE - TK1 Kayak – perfect for the Katherine Ultra-Challenge. Stable and quick, in great condition and ready to go. Comes with a ‘skirt’ to keep water out through the rapids. MAX-Paddle M333 carbon wing paddle with ‘split shaft’ and bag – adjustable length and feather, easy to transport. PRICE $900 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

7. FOR SALE - Scicon hard case bike box - needs some repairs. New ones are over $1400. As is PRICE $150 ono Contact Peter 0402 346 194

8. LOST: At Lake Bennett, Aquasphere Tri Race Suit, Blue/Black White, XL. Contact Stu: 0418 437 075

9. WANTED TO BUY: Set of standard drop handle bars for a road bike. contact Rod 0417 996 923 if you have a set at home in good condition and want to sell them.

10. FOUND: Bike tool, on bike course at Lake Bennett. Email me.

11. FOR SALE: Giant TCR 0, 2010, small, alloy frame, carbon fork and seat post, full Ultegra groupset, Mavic Aksium wheelset, 1 year old, ridden to church by grandma on Sundays. $1,200 ($2,400 new) Contact Bec 0408 878 689

12. LOST : Lost at tri coaching course at NTIS: Black Stopwatch. If you have any information on whereabouts please contact Bec 0408 878 689

13. FOR SALE: Apollo Pave 09 (6mths use), Composite Frame 53cm, Shimano Running gear, Easton Vista wheel-set, $1000.00 ono Contact Rick 0427 278 775

14. FOR SALE: DBR Podioum Comp 2010 (brand new ridden only a handful of times), Full Carbon Frame 55cm, Shimano 105 Running Gear, Mavic Wheel-set, wireless computer, tool bag + tools, brand new ‘Lake’ size 42 shoes $2,350.00 ono Will separate computer, shoes etc if required
Contact Rick 0427 278 775

15. FOR SALE: 2009 Avanti Monza White/Red/Black size 56.5 Male; Paid $1320 at Avanti Darwin in Sept 2009. Price reduced for quick sale to $500 Contact Sharon 0407 932 875

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

OTHER NEWS:
1. Obviously a complete spring clean happening at Pete Svara's place .. someone will get some bargains (see for sale/wanted).

2. For his efforts in the budgie smugglers and life saver skills on the board at Lake Bennett, guess who has been dubbed "The Hoff" !

3. Word is that some of the girls faked a cramp just so they could get closer to him for a better look at those abs.

4. We are all hoping that a heavily pregnant Anna Goat doesn't go into labour before Sunday. Anna has been beavering away in the background organising Fernwood All Girls Tri. Last year she was on the start line !

5. Hope those of you with kids in the 12+ age bracket have received info from their schools on the upcoming Triathlon NT School Sport Triathlon.
Further info & Entry online at www.triathlonnt.com.au

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you can't change the oil in your car but you can virtually rebuild your bike in less than an hour
... articles in tri mags sound just like one you read last year, and the year before that and even 10 years ago
... you can add up swim, bike & run metres in your head, any other maths and you need a calculator.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn
Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 22 August 2011

2011-08-22T10:54:00.001+09:30

Photo: Our juniors helping out at Lake Bennett yesterday.

Hi All,

Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon at Lake Bennett Resort yesterday attracted a quality field and they, together with their supporters, ensured the reputation of our long course remained .... it's friendly, it's challenging, it's competitive, it's draft free ! Our visitors were glowing in their praise !

So many people were involved in making this event happen that it would be impossible to name them all, however we send a huge thank you to our event sponsor, Finlay's Stonemasonry and Landscaping Supplies. If you haven't already been out to Finlay's, I'd urge you to do so and take the time to check out the huge range of items on offer there (& maybe have lunch in the restaurant). If you chat to Tom or any of the staff, mention you are from the tri club and that you appreciate the support given to triathlon. Finlay's would love to know that they, in turn, are being supported.

The event tshirts were again sponsored by Gwelo and were the favoured apparel at the presentation. Thank you Gwelo.

The management and staff at Lake Bennett Resort assisted with special room rates & use of resort equipment and facilities and also cooked at our presentation sausage sizzle.

RD Jason Jones was on the job and was everywhere ensuring the athletes were well looked after. Jason's contribution was huge and we sincerely thank him on behalf of Triathlon NT, Darwin Triathlon Club and all the competitors.

We are indebted to those wonderful volunteers who travelled down to Lake Bennett just to help out. I'll try to remember them all, if I don't, my apologies for the oversight, it is not intentional.

David McLeod & Brian Hannon drove all the way down just to provide water safety; Barry Sullivan, Nerida Godfrey & Phil Blumberg were on hand to carry out technical duties; Jodie Ballingal's presence at the bike turnaround was much appreciated by all; Juliette Neve, Christine Friebel and Moira Wigley travelled down to get the timekeeping spot on; Juniors Harry Croser, Jack Hatty, Bella Hatty and Gemma Jones were excellent water station helpers at the gate; Mitch went out and manned the far run turnaround aid station and there were other wonderful people who just stepped in and helped where needed. Thanks also to others on roster including Kylie Gaffel and Marcus Lisle who helped out before taking part, and club president Phill Hatty who was covering all bases.

On behalf of all Finlay's Long Course competitors: "Thank you, we really appreciated your help"

RESULTS:

1. Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon , 2km swim, 60km bike, 16km run

1 Brett Verity 3.11.56; 2 Romano Bernhard 3.13.16; 3 Marcus Lisle 3.14.10; 4 Michelle Mitchell 3.15.08; 5 Glenn Woodrow 3.23.43; 6 Russell Peacock 3.24.23; 7 Mark Anzin 3.27.16; 8 Justin Tranter 3.28.33; 9 Ron Griep 3.30.18; 10 Rob Weatherald 3.30.42; 11 Stu Fitch 3.32.20; 12 Daniel Eakins 3.33.42; 13 Korgan Hucent 3.34.48; 14 Steve Goat 3.35.54; 15 Ken Enright 3.36.30; 16 Heath Porter 3.36.34; 17 Ian Norton 3.39.19; 18 David Croser 3.39.54; 19 Pete Brady 3.42.11; 20 Jim Eadie 3.47.55; 21 Jessy Young 3.52.26; 22 Jodie Spottiswood 3.53.03; 23 Kylie Gaffel 3.54.01; 24 Glen Scholz 3.54.26; 25 Shaye Hatty 3.54.46; 26 Nikki Roddie 4.00.35; 27 Kate Robertson 4.00.48; 28 Ben Sanders 4.00.53; 29 Daniel O'Brien 4.01.03; 30 Dale Berk 4.03.44; 31 Ryoko Jones 4.04.19; 32 Haydn Whitty 4.04.48; 33 Phill Hatty 4.17.36; 34 Daryl Stanley 4.21.05; 35 Sinon Gooney 4.33.14; 36 Amy Pallentine 4.47.57; 37 Simon Casey dnf; 38 John Thyne dnf

Teams: 1 Team Tim Ellison/Matt Brearley 3.18.55; 2 Team Anderson/King/Eadie 3.44.02; 3 Team Mar/Groves/Poupard 4.00.02; 4 Team Townend/McGarvie/Richardson 4.04.54; 5 Team Newall/Seccull/Yeo 4.06.27; 6 Gooley/Staunton 4.16.27

NT Champions:
Male: Brett Verity
Female: Michelle Mitchell

18-14 Amy Pallentine
25-29 Jodie Spottiswood / Justin Tranter
30-34 Marcus Lisle /
35-39 Brett Verity / Nikki Roddie
40-44 Glenn Woodrow / Shye Hatty
45 -49 Romano Bernhard /
50-54 Rob Weatherald /
55-59 Stu Fitch /
60-54 Daryl Stanley

Team: Tim Ellison / Matt Brearley

2. Ironman 70.3 Timberman, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Rasmus Henning 3.53.41 Female: Chrissie Wellington 4.16.33

3. ITU 2011 Elite Sprint Triathlon World Championships, Lausanne, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Jonathan Brownlee (GBR) 52.23 Female: Barbara Riveros Diaz (CHI) 58.28

FERNWOOD ALL GIRLS TRIATHLON:

1. There are a couple of places remaining in the field, so if you know someone humming and ahhing ... encourage them to enter now at www.triathlonnt.com.au

2. We may need a few more volunteers for Fernwood All Girls Tri this Sunday see details Wednesday's E News.

TRIATHLON NT LUCKY DRAW:

1. Congratulations to Mark Anzin, winner of the Lucky Draw which included the first 150 members to sign up for 2011/2012 .

2. Mark wins a prize pack of tri goodies, including a copy of Chris McCormack's book "I'm Here to Win".

DARWIN TRIATHLON CLUB PRESENTATION NIGHT FRIDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2011:

1. Not to be missed. Roaring 20s / Gangster theme encouraged.

2. Tickets now on sale online at https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?ID=4589

3. Link also up on club website.

4. Band and buffet (refer attachment)

FOR SALE/WANTED ETC:

1. LOST: At Lake Bennett, Aquasphere Tri Race Suit, Blue/Black White, XL. Contact Stu: 0418 437 075

2. WANTED TO BUY: Set of standard drop handle bars for a road bike. contact Rod 0417 996 923 if you have a set at home in good condition and want to sell them.

3. FOUND: Bike tool, on bike course at Lake Bennett. Email me.

4. FOR SALE: Giant TCR 0, 2010, small, alloy frame, carbon fork and seat post, full Ultegra groupset, Mavic Aksium wheelset, 1 year old, ridden to church by grandma on Sundays. $1,200 ($2,400 new) Contact Bec 0408 878 689

5. LOST : Lost at tri coaching course at NTIS: Black Stopwatch. If you have any information on whereabouts please contact Bec 0408 878 689

6. FOR SALE: Apollo Pave 09 (6mths use), Composite Frame 53cm, Shimano Running gear, Easton Vista wheel-set, $1000.00 ono Contact Rick 0427 278 775

7. FOR SALE: DBR Podioum Comp 2010 (brand new ridden only a handful of times), Full Carbon Frame 55cm, Shimano 105 Running Gear, Mavic Wheel-set, wireless computer, tool bag + tools, brand new ‘Lake’ size 42 shoes $2,350.00 ono Will separate computer, shoes etc if required
Contact Rick 0427 278 775

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. A number of members were in action on Friday evening. They participated in the Darwin Festival "Fun Run" production. Did you see them?

2. The upcoming Tour de Timor is making cycling circles buzz with excitement. This event has grown each year.

3. Jodie Spottiswood (2nd yesterday) said the road at Lake B was like tarmac compared to the many still not properly repaired after the Brisbane floods.

4. Romano Bernhard from WA was using our Long Course as prep for 2011 Ironman World Championships in October. Ditto Stu Fitch.

5. Speaking of World Champs, Blue Watt and Grant Preddy head to Las Vegas for IM 70.3 World Champs shortly.

6. Great to see the every growing Katherine contingent come up for the Long Course.

7. Our juniors will be kicking off shortly. Info soon.

8. Don't forget to check the calendar on the club website regularly to see if you are listed for a roster duty.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News Update 18 August 2011

2011-08-18T08:20:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

A couple of extra items for your information:

Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon - change of closing time for entry

1. Due to a problem with online registration some of you experienced difficulty entering as individual and/or teams.

2. Entry has been reset and will remain open until 10am this morning please see link at www.triathlonnt.com.au . Apologies for any inconvenience.

3. Volunteers required: If you will be at Lake Bennett on Sunday, not racing and able to assist please contact our volunteer Race Director Jason Jones on 0439 885 797.

Fernwood All Girls Triathlon

1. Entry for Fernwood All Girls Triathlon (28 August 2011) is open at www.triathlonnt.com.au
2. Our newer members just starting in the sport &/or those returning after time out are encouraged to sign up for the remaining places (and to bring a friend). Be quick, places are limited!

3. All participants are eligible for fabulous lucky draw prizes.

Triathlon NT Lucky Draw

1. The first 150 NT members to sign up for season 2011/2012 will be included in prize draw to win a goodies pack including Chris McCormack's book "I'm Here to Win".

2. Winner will be announced at Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon.

See you at Lake Bennett,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 17 August 2011

2011-08-17T15:17:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

London is rapidly becoming a distant memory and I'm starting to emerge from the fog of jetlag, so guess that means it's time for an E News !

There has been such a lot happening over the past 5 weeks I won't even attempt to recap. Results from all the local events, including ours, are posted on the various websites and I've checked a number of those. Wow, our members are everywhere and often heading up the results ... well done !

A big thank you to all those who helped out at our events on 17 July and 7 August. RD's Jason Jones and Liam Johnson got good raps and they were supported hugely by a great number of volunteers. If you competed, I hope you took a couple of minutes to thank those volunteers who supported you on the day.

We have a number of new members join us already this season. Welcome, I hope you are enjoying tri-ing with us.

RESULTS:

1. NT Duathlon C'ships, Simpsons Gap, 5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run

Male: Ben Streeter 1.00.28 Female: Leah Glass 1.09.03

2. Ironman 70.3 Yeppoon, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Ollie Whistler 3.56.44 Female: Michelle Wu 4.22.43

Steve Goat 31st M30-34 4.53.57
Grant Preddy M25-29 dnf

3. Ironman 70.3 Philippines, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Pete Jacobs 3.51.43 Female: Belinda Granger 4.26.23

4. Ironman 70.3 European Championships, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Andi Bocherer 4.08.36 Female: Karin Thuerig 4.45.47

5. Ironman 70.3 Lake Stevens, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Luke Bell 3.56.50 Female: Tyler Stewart 4.27.31

6. Ironman 70.3 Steelhead, No swim due to adverse conditions, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Tom Lowe 3.19.32 Female: Melissa Rollison 3.36.02

7. ITU 2011 Tiszaujvaros World Cup, Hungary 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Brent McMahon (CAN) 1.48.16 Female: Gwen Jorgensen (USA) 1.59.54

8. ITU Oceania Duathlon C'ships, Taupo NZ, 10km run, 40km bike, 5km run

Male: Michael Poole 1.56.21 Female: 2.12.06

9. Challenge Copenhagen, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Tim Berkel 8.11.15 Female: Rebekah Keat 8.52.42

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 21 August 2011
Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon
Lake Bennett Resort (80km south of Darwin)
7am
(Registration closes 6.30am, Race Brief 6.45am)
2km swim, 60km bike, 16km run

Race Director: Jason Jones 0439 885 797
Registration: Christine Friebel / Marcus Lisle
Timekeeping: Moira Wigley / Juliette Neve
Fruit / Ice: Kylie Gaffel

Notes:

1. Online entry & event info at: www.triathlonnt.com.au To compete as an individual you must be a current 2011/2012 member. Non members do have option for participarting in a team. Entry: Individual $25 Team (all members) $50; Team (one or more non member) $60

2. ENTRY CLOSES 9PM TONIGHT, Wednesday 17 AUGUST, no late entries accepted.

3. If you are travelling down to Lake Bennett on race morning, please factor in plenty of travel time. Registration closes at 6.30am sharp, so please be on site in plenty of time to have completed racking, check in, race shirt collection, body marking etc before 6.30am. You may find a torch helpful.

4. Before you leave home, make sure you check you have all your gear packed - it's way too far to dash back for a forgotten helmet, shoes or goggles (I've lost count of the number of people who have forgotten crucial items in the past).

5. If you aren't booked at the Resort you need to park outside (we are using part of the resort carpark as transition).

6. On the way in, it will help if you pass the Resort gates before parking. Please consider the safety of fellow cyclists and runners prior to parking and ensure you park well off the road.

7. A bottle exchange table will be provided on the bike course near resort turnaround. It is the athletes responsibility to organise clearly marked bottles and to STOP and collect if you wish to exchange bottles. No outside assistance allowed.

8. Think about taking some water to Lake Bennett as some people don't like the taste of local supply.

9. Presentations are expected to take place at Lake Bennett at 12 noon. Any changes will be announced at race brief.

PRESENTATION NIGHT:

1. See attached for further details on our upcoming Presentation Night.

2. Tickets on sale online next week.

AGM REMINDER:

1. Date: Sunday 4 September 2011

2. Time: 7am

3. Location: Surf Club, Casuarina Beach

4. We are particularly seeking interested persons to take over the roles of Equipment Officer and Permits Officer. Have a chat to our President Phill Hatty or email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com if you are interested in taking a role on DTC committee.

NIGHTCLIFF POOL SWIM SQUAD:

1. Due to maintenance, Nightcliff swim squad as moved to Casuarina Pool for tomorrow and next Tuesday (18 & 23 August) 6am -7am

2. Swim squad resumes as normal at Nightcliff Pool Thursday 25 August.

FOR SALE/WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: GIANT DEFY Shimano 105 Carbon Forks size 55, regular services approx 1.5 year old and in very good nik!!
Gears shift very smoothly; $1100 ONO including pedals and other accessories. Contact Alex: 0404 616 441

2. FOR SALE: Blue seventy reaction open water swim suit, armless size MT $200; Contact Alex: 0404 616 441

3. Items for next E News by Sunday 9pm please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. A limited number of general entries remain for the 2011 Ironman 70.3 Port Macquarie event, to be held in Port Macquarie, NSW on Sunday, November 6, 2011. The event is the Australian Age Group Championship, with the respective male and female winners of each age group crowned the Australian Ironman 70.3 Age Group. Further information: www.ironmanportmacquarie.com

2. Ironman Melbourne announcement sent a flurry of excitement through out club members. Appears we will be well represented there.

3. Got any news?, send it through.

4. E News should be back to normal (whatever that may be) next week.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 14 July 2011

2011-07-14T09:35:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

This is a quick E News to bring you up to date on events coming up soon.

Great to see the number of entries already in for Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon including those from interstate. Please continue to assist our fantastic volunteers by registering early. You need to be a current TA member if you are competing as an individual at the NT Long Course.

RESULTS:

1. Gold Coast Marathon, 42km

Male: Nicholas Kamakya 2.10.01 Female: Goitetom Tesema 2.30.08

Fran Edis 56th F40-44 3.48.31

2. ITU Edmonton, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Bevan Docherty (NZL) 1.46.47 Female: Ashleigh Gentle (AUS) 2.00.14

NEXT EVENTS:

1. Sunday 17 July 2011
Triathlon
7.30am
Lake Alexander
750/26/5 or 300/13/3

Race Director: Jason Jones 0439 885 797
Registration: Bill Piper / Vicki Woodrow
Timekeeping: Volunteer required / Cate Killiner
Fruit / Ice: Tony Cox

Race Status: CLUB

1. Please bring copy of your 2011/2012 membership renewal with you to registration.

2. Sunday 7 August 2011
Triathlon
7am
Lake Alexander
1.5km swim, 13km bike, 3km run or 300m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Race Director: Liam Johnson
Registration: Marcus Lisle / David Crane
Timekeeping: Justin Tranter / Korgan Hucent
Fruit / Ice: Russell Peacock

Race Status: CLUB

1. The swim distance is correct, 1.5km swim a good swim hitout for those doing Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon.

OTHER EVENT NEWS:

1. Preparations are well underway for NT Duathlon (14 August) Simpsons Gap, Alice Springs; Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon (21 August) Lake Bennett Resort and Fernwood All Girls Tri (28 August) Lake Alexander.

2. All entries & information for those events is online at www.triathlonnt.com.au No on day registrations.

MEMBERSHIPS ARE DUE FOR RENEWAL:

1. Thanks to all those who have renewed their membership for 2011/2012 and a huge welcome to those joining the club for the first time.

2. Please remember to bring a copy of your receipt (or your card when they arrive) to registration.

3. The first 150 members are in the running for Triathlon NT's lucky draw - a prize pack of goodies, including a copy of Chris McCormack's book "I'm Here to Win" . If you haven't already signed up online at www.triathlonnt.com.au you best hurry if you wish to be included.

4. I suggest you allow notifications to be sent to you as this includes information about early registration for members for events such as Mooloolaba, IM Australia, Australian Tri Series etc.

2011/2012 CALENDAR & ROSTER:

1. A copy of our new calendar is attached. Please save a copy so you know what's coming up and when.

2. A copy of the calendar & roster will also be posted to our website.

3. Not all events have the required number of volunteers as yet, and there are a number of you still to volunteer. We are fine for the next few events but we will be putting out another call to fill those vacancies soon.

4. Thank you to those who have already volunteered. Without your contribution our events would not be able to go ahead. Please check the roster and make a note of the event/s you are listed for.

5. As always, your help with setting up and packing up is a given and if anyone is available on the day to do marshalling, drink stations etc please just speak to the Race Director of the event. Your assistance will be very much appreciated.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Following the tragic death of cyclist Carly Hibberd, the Amy Gillett Foundation have created a compelling concept for a bike safety campaign. Now they need the funds to bring it to life. So please consider donating a little or a lot to this worthy campaign. Ask your friends to donate too. This campaign could save our life, or the life of a bike rider you know. Donate at www.bikemovement.org.au View the fundraising tv commercial

2. Best placed Australians in the current ITU world rankings are Brendan Sexton (13th) and Emma Moffatt (6th).

3. Alice Springs Triathlon Club have kindly offered to find billets for anyone heading down for the NT Duathlon (14 August 2011). Contact alicetriclub@gmail.com

4. Level 1 Triathlon Coaching Course takes place in Darwin this weekend.

5. Arafura Games would like feedback on your experiences as a competitor or a volunteer. Please go to www.arafuragames.nt.gov.au and click on the link on the left-hand side of the page: “2011 Arafura Games Survey”.

6. E News will be having a break for a few weeks. During this time any important announcements will be made via News/Announcements section of our website &/or on our Facebook Page.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 11 July 2011

2011-07-12T19:48:00.003+09:30

Photo: Big sprint to the finish line at Lake Alex Tri 3 July 2011

Hi All,

Have you all been online and renewed your membership yet? It's easy just go to www.triathlonnt.com.au for the link.

Hint, you need to know your date of birth and also how old you are at 31 December 2011.

We were up near the 100 mark, so be quick if you want to be in the running for the prize draw.

Also online and open on the same website are registrations for NT Duathlon (Simpsons Gap, Alice Springs 14 August) and Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon (Lake Bennett Resort, 21 August).

URGENT - - - - - ROSTER:

1. The volunteer roster was circulated over the weekend. A big thank you to those who have already put up their hand.

2. I've attached an updated version so you can see the remaining spots to be filled. 2 x timekeepers and 2 x registration are required at each event. All positions, particularly Race Directors are given lots of help and encouragement.

3. The blank spaces indicate volunteers required. Please email your preferred options.

4. We would like to get sign off on this today so your early response would be appreciated.

RESULTS:

1. Gold Coast Half Marathon, 21km

Male: Jeffrey Hunt 1.04.04 Female: Lara Tamsett 1.12.19

Karen Lewis 2.09.49

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

Male: Ronnie Schildknecht 8.19.51 Female: Karin Thurig 9.03.26

3. Challenge Roth, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Andreas Raelert 7.41.33 Female: Chrissie Wellington 8.18.13

4. Ironman 70.3 Muncie, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Ben Hoffman 3.48.14 Female: Melissa Rollison 4.08.48

5. Ironman 70.3 Rhode Island, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: David Kahn 4.00.52 Female: Magali Tisseyre 4.27.08

6. 5150 Triathlon, Zurich, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Ritchi Nicolls 1.47.20 Female: Nicola Spirig 2.02.17

7. 5150 Triathlon, Boulder Peak, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Tim O'Donnell Female: Annabel Luxford
(full results not yet available)

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 17 July 2011
Triathlon
7.30am
Lake Alexander
750/26/5 or 300/13/3

Race Director: Jason Jones
Registration: Bill Piper / Vicki Woodrow
Timekeeping: Tim Ellison / Cate Killiner
Fruit / Ice: Tony Cox

Race Status: CLUB

1. Please bring copy of your 2011/2012 membership renewal with you to registration.

TRIATHLON NT ~ COMING UP:

1. 14 August 2011, NT Duathlon, Simpsons Gap, Alice Springs. Online registration now open at www.triathlonnt.com.au
2. 21 August 2011, Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon, Lake Bennett, 2km swim, 60km bike, 16km run. Teams welcome. Further info & online registration now open at www.triathlonnt.com.au

3. 28 August 2011, Fernwood All Girls Tri, Lake Alexander. 250m swim, 10km bike, 2.5km run. Ideal for women 18+ who are beginners & wish to tri a triathlon. Online entry at www.triathlonnt.com.au opens Friday 29 July 2011. Expected to sell out quickly. This is a "tri it" event for novices and non members are welcome.

MEMBERSHIP NOW DUE:

1. 2011-2012 Memberships are now due for renewal at www.triathlonnt.com.au

2. To encourage new and renewing members to register early in the season, Triathlon NT has a prize pack of goodies, including a copy of Chris McCormack's book "I'm Here to Win" to giveaway to one lucky member.

4. The names of the first 150 members to renew for 2011-2012 will be included in the draw which will take place at Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon 21 August 2011.

5. Membership Fees: Individual $120; Junior (Under 19) $45; Family $235 (2 Adults & up to 2 Juniors) - Your membership include Club, your state association (Triathlon NT) and Triathlon Australia.

6. If you are joining as a NEW member or renewing & wish to participate at Sunday's event, please print a copy of your receipt and bring to registration as proof of membership.

7. Please encourage your friends and work colleagues to join now to take advantage of the full year's membership.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Marino Vanhoacker's iron distance record latest a week. Andreas Raelert went 7.41.33 at Roth to claim bragging rights.

2. Chrissie Wellington was 5th overall in Roth .. one report said, "the fifth man was a woman".

3. Oops, missed a result for one of our members at the Bali Tri. Matt Redmond was 8th in M35-39 in 2.51.50. Well done Matt.

4. The stork's wings are flapping again.

5. And speaking of the stork, he snuck under the radar in May, delivering baby Paddy Doyle to Belinda Holt and her partner. Belated congratulations.

6. An update from Sheffield's in Canberra ... Kylie has finally thawed out !

7. Macca was third in 5150 Zurich over the weekend. And got a draft penalty apparently.

8. Triathlon NT will be conducting a Level 1 Triathlon Coaching Course this weekend.

9. We have a few interstate entries already in for Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon as well as local entries. Don't forget you need to be in the first 50 registered to get an event tshirt.

10. All individual competitors at Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon must be current TA members.

11. Tour de Crash is continuing with nightly thrills and spills.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you are overdue for a haircut
... you no longer wear nail polish
... sorbolene is your friend

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 4 July 2011

2011-07-04T09:58:00.003+09:30

Photo: A little smokey at Lake A

Hi All,

Other than a little bit of smoke haze, conditions were ideal for our first triathlon of the 2011/2012 season at Lake Alexander.

Welcome to our new members who experienced tri for the first time, it was great to see you all out there having a go. We look forward to seeing you at many of our events this season.

A huge thank you to RD Grant Preddy for his efforts. Grant had us underway spot on 7.30am. Also a big thank you to those who assisted Grant and helped out on the day, we really appreciate your contribution. Many hands really do make light work.

RESULTS:

1. Triathlon Lake Alexander, 400m swim, 13km bike, 3.4km run

1 Marcus Lisle 41.30; 2 Rob Weatherald 42.13; 3 Steve Goat 42.32; 4 Blue Watt 44.05; 5 Justin Tranter 44.19; 6 Pete Brady 44.49; 7 Dale Berk 45.11; 8 David Croser 45.45; 9 Brian Gallagher 45.57; 10 John Thyne 46.21; 11 Shaye Hatty 46.47; 12 Glen Scholz 47.28; 13 Jessy Young 47.31; 14 Nikki Roddie 48.19; 15 Daniel OBrien 48.37; 16 Mitch Ward 48.50; 17 Paul Bell 49.10; 18 Ryoko Jones 49.48; 19 Vicki Woodrow 49.52; 20 Paul Usher 49.53; 21 Monica Stewart 50.10; 22 Rosie Sullivan 50.46; 23 Jane Marie Kerslake 51.34; 24 Team Ari McInerney/Bella Hatty 52.07; 25 Graeme Parsons 52.08; 26 Peta Jeggo 52.43; 27 Tass Liveris 53.04; 28 Dean Cramp 53.26; 29 Clinton Luxford 53.38; 30 Col Smith 54.09; 31 Hans Bormann 54.31; 32 David Hancock 54.41; 33 Amy Pallentine 55.17; 34 Moira Wigley 55.44; 35 Louise Ogden 56.07; 36 Nathan Dwyer 56.12; 37 Jacqui Brown 59.56; 38 Priscella Lenne 1.02.46; 39 Erin Mettam 1.06.01; 40 Ari McInerney dnf; 41 Russell Peacock dnf

2. Ironman Korea, 3.8km swm, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Balazs Csoke 8.48.18 Female: Kate Bevilaqua 9.39.44

Kylie Gaffel 3rd F25-29 11.40.59

3. Ironman 70.3 Korea, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Cam Brown (NZL) 4.03.58 Female: Jo Lawn (NZL) 4.38.54

4. Ironman Austria, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Marino Vanhoenacker 7.45.58 Female: Mary Beth Ellis 8.43.34

5. Challenge Aarhus, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Rasmus Patreacus (DEN) 3.48.18 Female: Caroline Steffen (SIU) 4.04.16

6. Open Water Swims, Waterfront 3000m

Male: Jarrod Sallis 40.43 Female: Lara Whitehouse 42.44

7. Open Water Swims, Waterfront 1200m

Male: Chad Anderson 16.58 Female: Michelle Mitchell 16.44

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 17 July 2011
Triathlon
7.30am
Lake Alexander
750/26/5 or 300/13/3

Race Director: Jason Jones
Registration: Bill Piper / Vicki Woodrow
Timekeeping: Tim Ellison / Cate Killiner
Fruit / Ice: Tony Cox

Race Status: CLUB

1. Please bring copy of your 2011/2012 membership renewal with you to registration.

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL:

1. Membership for 2011/2012 is now open at www.triathlonnt.com.au and many of you have already signed up or renewed.

2. Individual and Junior members is working fine.

3. There has been a glitch discovered in the billing section of the Family Membership. A message has been placed on the website, please wait until this is removed before attempting to join as a family (TA will be on to this first thing today).

4. To encourage new and renewing members to register early in the season, Triathlon NT has a prize pack of goodies, including a copy of Chris McCormack's book "I'm Here to Win" to giveaway to one lucky member.

5. The names of the first 150 members to renew for 2011-2012 will be included in the draw which will take place at Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon 21 August 2011.

TRIATHLON AUSTRALIA

1. Has launched their new website. Address http://www.triathlon.org.au/ unchanged.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Unforeseen circumstances force sale of this 200km ridden Pinarello Dogma 60.1 road bike. Purchased May 2011 for $14,953.00 but selling for $10,000.00 o.n.o. Size medium and equiped with Campagnolo Super Record 11 sp, all carbon fibre cranks, levers. Campagnollo Euros wheels & new Continental GP Triathlon tyres, MOST TALON one piece bar and stem ($1,000.00) and MOST XLR XP seat.
Eye catching Wite, Silver and Blue colour scheme. Contact Barry: 0417 821 805

2. FOUND: Wetsuit (awhile ago). Please email if you have lost yours including where lost and type.

3. Items for next E News by Sunday 8am please

OTHER NEWS:

1. Watch for the tell tale red eyes, a giveaway that the person is probably a Tour de France fan ! We don't get much sleep in July.

2. After next week, E News will have a well earned but short break & we are looking into alternate ways to get our messages out. For those of you on Facebook a new PAGE has replaced the old Group and you can LIKE us there.

3. We also post directly to our News/Announcements page of our website www.members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub.

4. Photos from Fannie Bay swim are up on club flickr. More to come from yesterday's race.

5. The New calendar has been circulated to likely volunteers for Race Director spots. Once their responses are back it will be circulated to all.

6. There is an expectation that our members volunteer at least once. Once all responses are in, we allocate names to those spots unfilled, so suggest you pick a date/event that suits.

7. If you find you are unable to carry out your roster duty, it's up to you to find a replacement and let the RD know.

9. Thanks again to all those who volunteered on the sheet at yesterday's event. We appreciate your willingness to support our club.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

2011 2012 Membership now open

2011-07-02T13:08:00.001+09:30

Hi All,

The following is some important information regarding 2011-2012 membership.

1. 2011-2012 Memberships are now due for renewal.

2. Online membership will open at 9am today, Friday 1 July 2011, via the link at www.triathlonnt.com.au

3. To encourage new and renewing members to register early in the season, Triathlon NT has a prize pack of goodies, including a copy of Chris McCormack's book "I'm Here to Win" to giveaway to one lucky member.

4. The names of the first 150 members to renew for 2011-2012 will be included in the draw which will take place at Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon 21 August 2011.

5. Membership Fees:

Individual $120

Junior (Under 19) $45

Family $235 (2 Adults & up to 2 Juniors)

Your membership fees include Club, your state association (Triathlon NT) and Triathlon Australia.

6. If you are joining as a NEW member & wish to participate at Sunday's event, please print a copy of your receipt and bring to registration as proof of membership.

7. Please encourage your friends and work colleagues to join now to take advantage of the full year's membership.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 29 June 2011

2011-06-29T12:50:00.002+09:30

Photo: Many of our members participated in the 2011 Fannie Bay Swim Classic

Hi All,

We hope you are all looking forward to the first event of the new 2011/2012 Season at Lake Alexander on Sunday.

At committee level work is continuing on next season's calendar and we will get that circulated asap calling for volunteers for the RD, registration, timekeeping and fruit/ice positions. These have to be filled before the calendar can go to print. There is an expectation that all members will volunteer at least once in a season. Any gaps are filled with names not already on the calendar.

We are also happy to let you know that we have a couple of capable & enthusiastic members who have volunteered to assist with our Presentation Night Dinner arrangements. Watch for further details!

The awards committee is also looking into our various winners and this is now your last chance to send in details of the daggy doings noticed out there over the past 12 months. All contributions will be forever anonymous and can be forwarded to darwintriclub89@bigpond.com now.

MEMBERSHIP DUE:

1. Fees for the 2011/2012 season are due and payable from Friday 1 July 2011.

Individual $120
Junior (Under 19) $45
Family $235 (2 adults & up to 2 juniors)

2. The above fees again include club, state association (Triathlon NT) and Triathlon Australia components. Great value for money.

3. Renewal will be online but does not open until 1 July 2011. Our information is that this will be via Triathlon Australia's website www.triathlon.org.au .

4. We will also get the link up on Triathlon NT's website www.triathlonnt.com.au as soon as available.

5. We thank you in advance for your patience while the new national membership database system comes into use for the first time from Friday.

RESULTS:

1. Ironman Coeur d'Alene, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Craig Alexander 8.19.48 Female: Julie Dibens 9.16.40

Stu Fitch 2nd M55-59 10.57.29

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 3 July 2011
Triathlon
Lake Alexander
7.30am
400m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Roster:

Race Director: Grant Preddy
Registration: Daryl Stanley / Louise Ogden
Timekeepers: Jo Duncan / Ian Norton
Fruit / Ice: Chris Jessop

Event Status: CLUB (must be member to participate)

Note:

1. Current club members are encouraged to renew their membership from 1 July 2011.

2. New members taking out membership from 1 July 2011 are asked to bring copy of membership receipt with them to registration on Sunday if they wish to be permitted to participate.

3. We thank you in advance for your patience while the new membership database system comes into use from Friday.

SWAP MEET / CAR BOOT SALE:

1. Don't forget to bring your unwanted tri gear to sell, swap, giveaway at the `Swap Meet cum Car Boot sale ` which will take place after Sunday's event (3 July 2011).

2. Details last E News (copy posted at http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/)

OTHER NEWS:

1. A reminder from NT Swimming that this Saturday’s Gatorade Open Water Meet at the Waterfront Lagoon has a 4pm start time instead of the early morning start originally advertised. Registrations: 3.10-3.40pm; Race Briefing: 3.45pm. Entry form attached if you want to save time at the registration table. .

2. There is also an 800m handicap Community Swim will be held by Surf Lifesaving NT after the Swimming NT events – a fun event for all.

3. Many of you will remember young Alistair Donohoe cracking whips at our Pine Creek MTB tris and later as he developed into a fine young triathlete & cyclist, before he headed off to school in Victoria.

Over summer Alistair was in the Victorian U17 Track Team and was part of the Team Pursuit that scored a Gold at the National champs. He managed to get into A grade at the Sandown crits and raced about 4 races before summer ended - significant because he was the only 16 year old there, restricted gears and still on the old Trek. Mum Amanda lashed out then and bought him a new bike.

It is now the road season. He was selected to be part of a National Talent Identification Squad that went to Tasmania where he won the U17 Mersey Valley Junior tour with pelaton tactics that could only have been learnt at Hidden Valley. Mum Amanda says modestly that he does not do brilliantly at every race but is generally in the first bunch over the line. Looking ahead to the U19's they know that next year it will be a lot tougher especially as he will compete against the likes of a guy called Alex Morgan - a cycling freak. We wish Alistair all the best as he continues with his sporting pursuits (which still include the occasional triathlon).

4. You can now LIKE the new Darwin Triathlon Club PAGE on Facebook. The old DTC Facebook Group will be shut down shortly. Make sure you make the switch to continue to get your updates.

5. I have a couple of uniform orders still to be collected. Please collect from me on Sunday at Lake Alexander.

6. Registrations for Level 1 Coaching Course to be held in Darwin (16-17 July) close Monday 4 July 2011. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... you iron your race bibs & file or display them for future admiration
... you find yourself saying "on your left" as you pass other trolleys at the supermarket
... your inventory of visors & caps is enormous but as many are event specific, you can't bring yourself to throw any away

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 27 June 2011

2011-06-27T08:30:00.001+09:30

Photo: Lara Whitehouse winning 2.1km Fannie Bay Swim Classic

Hi All,

We just had another action packed weekend in perfect weather.

Lots of training for Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon (21 August 2011) is happening now with great enthusiasm & many of our members are targetting this upcoming major event on our calendar. Also appears to be a few teams being formed and with the longer 2km swim, 60km bike & 16km run format, being in a team is the next best thing if you aren't yet up to that distance.

We are still after a couple of willing volunteers to assist with organising our annual Presentation Night Dinner. Any takers??

RESULTS:

1. Dili Marathon, 42km

Male: Sammy Kiptoo 2.20.06 Female: Juventina Napoleao En 3.08.28

Daniel Obrien 13th M18-39 3.56.59
Ashan Weerakkody 14th M18-39 3.57.17
Rachel de Zoete 8th F18-39 4.07.30
Jodie Ballingal 9th F18-29 4.23.58

2. Fannie Bay Swim Classic, 2.1km

Male: Jarrod Sallis 30.32 Female: Lara Whitehouse 33.51

Toby Barnes 1st M20-29 33.46
Lara Whitehouse 1st F13-19 33.51
Moira Wigley 1st F50-59 35.11
John Thyne 2nd M40-49 36.06
Brian Gallagher 3rd M50-59 36.57
Russell Peacock 3rd M30-39 37.22
Alex Moraitis 4th M30-39 38.41
Rob Weatherald 4th M50-59 38.57
Chris Jessop 4th M40-49 39.04
Belinda Birk 1st F40-49 40.04
Tony Cox 7th M40-49 41.14
Jane Marie Kerslake 4th F30-39 41.22
Monica Stewart 3rd F50-59 41.54
Dan Eakins 6th M30-39 42.22
Graeme Parsons 1st M60+ 45.72
Renae McGarvie 6th F30-39 46.41
Louise Ogden 2nd F40-49 46.45
Bertram Birk 10th M50-59 49.31

2.1km Fun Category (wetsuits, fins, pullbuoys etc permitted): 1 Pete Brady 38.18; 2 Janet Lewins 38.58; 3 Ryoko Jones 39.00; 5 Ali Croser 42.39; 6 David Croser 45.58; 7 Glen Scholz 48.02

3. Fannie Bay Swim, 1.2km

Male: Michael Collins 20.47 Female: Rachael Smith 25.42

Male: 1 Michael Collins 20.47; 9 Barry Sullivan 36.11; 10 Sean Killiner 36.24; 11 James Lugg 38.06; 12 Bill Piper 38.13; 13 Clinton Luxford
Female: 9 Cate Killiner 34.21; 11 Jo Duncan 36.16

4. Bali International Triathlon, (OD) 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: David Boyes 2.31.07 Female: Michelle Mitchell 2.27.03

Ron Griep 2nd M45-49 2.34.43
Kate Robertson 2nd F25-29 2.56.49
Shaye Hatty 2nd F40-44 2.58.47
Leigh Milne 13th M35-39 3.08.50
Nell Clark 3rd F25-29 3.09.18

5. Bali International Triathlon, (SD) 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Michael Turnbull 1.16.38 Female: Rachel Gaudry 1.20.04

Greg Stonham 10th M30-39 1.34.00
Joy Glass 3rd F30-39 1.35.12
Malinda Leach 5th F30-39 1.36.53
Craig Leach 11th M40-49 1.39.07

6. Bali Tri 5km Fun Run

Bella Hatty 2nd Overall 20.30

7. ETU Pontevedra European Triathlon Championship, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Alistair Brownlee (GBR) 1.48.48 Female: Emmie Charayron (FRA) 2.04.00

8. Ironman France, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Frederik Van Lierde 8.28.30 Female: Silvia Felt 9.34.31

9. Ironman 70.3 Buffalo Springs Lake, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Raynard Tisink 4.03.27 Female: Kelly Williamson 4.26.09

10. Ironman Coeur d'Alene, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Craig Alexander 8.19.48 Female: Julie Dibens 9.16.40

Event still in progress.

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 3 July 2011
Triathlon
Lake Alexander
7.30am
400m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Roster:

Race Director: Grant Preddy
Registration: Daryl Stanley / Louise Ogden
Timekeepers: Volunteer Required / Ian Norton
Fruit / Ice: Volunteer Required

Note:

1. If you can assist by volunteering for one of the positions above please email.

SWAP MEET / CAR BOOT SALE:

1. The DTC committee has decided to trial the hosting of a `Swap Meet cum Car Boot sale ` after the next event (3 July 2011)

2. This is an opportunity for club members to swap/exchange/give away/barter/do a deal or whatever, some of their unwanted, outgrown, unused, unsuitable, etc triathlon gear.

3. The Swap meet will be held directly after the race in the car park.

4. Members are personally responsible for organising their own products, prices, deals etc and all items must be triathlon related.

5. The advertising / trading process cannot occur in the race registration area and should not disrupt the DTC race on that day in any way.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED: Women's medium wetsuit asap. Contact Renae: 0488 102 939

2. FOR SALE: Cervelo Soloist (now called S1) road bike. 56cm alloy frame, carbon forks and seat post (suits rider appx 6ft). Ultegra group set. Geometry specifically designed for both road and tri. Great condition. $1,600 ono. Contact Andrew: 0402 456 946.

3. FOR SALE: DTC club men's swimmers 1 x M & 1 x L $32; 1 x M Men's Ironman Design Singlet (pockets at back) $66 Contact Robyn: darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

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

ARAFURA GAMES SURVEY:

1. The Arafura Games would like to thank those of you who took part in the 2011 Arafura Games. Whether you were a competitor, official, volunteer or a spectator, they hope you enjoyed the Games.

2. In order for them to continue to improve the running of future Arafura Games they invite you to take part in their online survey about the 2011 Arafura Games.

3. The survey should take just about 10 minutes, but the information they will be able to gather from your responses will be invaluable for the successful running of the 2013 Games and beyond.

4. Please go to www.arafuragames.nt.gov.au and click on the link on the left-hand side of the page: “2011 Arafura Games Survey”.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Michelle Mitchell backed up after 2nd in Challenge Cairns earlier this month, with an overall win in the Bali International Triathlon. She was 4 mins ahead of the first male competitor. Kate Robertson was 3rd female overall and Shaye Hatty was 4th. Way to go Territory gals !

2. Congratulations to Claire Goldsmith & Liam Johnson who were married in Darwin over the weekend.

3. Our juniors did well over the weekend with Lara Whitehouse 1st Female in the 2.1km Fannie Bay Swim, Michael Collins 1st Male in the 1.2km Fannie Bay Swim and Bella Hatty 2nd in the 5km Bali Tri Run.

4. A warning to cyclists to be alert when cycling around the Mango loop. One of our members was chased and bitten by a blue heeler out that way over the weekend and needed tetanus injection and antibiotics. She is in no doubt she would have been ripped apart if she had come off her bike.

5. For information on reporting dog attacks see http://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/live/animals-and-pets/dogs/dog-attacks

6. While on reporting problems, in the NT some cyclepaths are maintained by the local Council and others by the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. If you notice a problem with the road/path you are riding on, the vegetation, or anything else, go to the site below to report it. http://www.nt.gov.au/transport/ntroads/faults/cyclepaths/index.shtml Your report will be passed on to the correct area. Remember, hazards etc can't be fixed if no one knows about them.

7. Now Leigh Milne has the Bali Tri out of the way, he and Nicole will also be tying the knot (in Bali). Enjoy.

8. Watch this space for more info on 2011 Fernwood All Girls Tri.

9. I've joined those coughing and spluttering with the dreaded lurgy. It's that time of year.

10. Yay go the mature folk - Pro Tom Evans (CAN), at 42 has claimed the final podium position at Ironman Coeur d'Alene, but not before taking a ton of time to celebrate his race with his wife & kids before entering the finishing chute. His finish time was still 8:49:54.

11. And speaking of mature folk, Stu Fitch is currently on the run and in 2nd place in M55-59 of the same event. Appears Stu has snuck back through the field after being 6th off the bike (athlete tracker has been known to throw up some odd readings so keep that in mind). Go Stu.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... you own at least ten swim suits, five pair of goggles, a dozen bathing caps, swim fins, a pullbuoy and at least a wet suit or speed suit if not both.
... you have a plan “A”, plan “B”’, and a “try not to die” race plan
... you can’t remember the last time you slept in past 6 am on a Saturday

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 22 June 2011

2011-06-22T09:57:00.002+09:30

Photo: Triathlon, Nightcliff Pool

Hi All,

Middle of the week again ... time flies when you are having fun & busy !

There are a few date notifications in this E News. Can you be sure to note them & save those dates.

We encourage anyone interested in the Level 1 Triathlon Coaching Course (16 & 17 July 2011) to register online at www.triathlonnt.com.au

RESULTS:

1. Ironman 70.3 UK, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21km run

Male: Mikel Elgezabel 4.25.15 Female: Emma-Kate Lidbury 5.01.01

2. Katherine Ultra Challenge, 100 kms. (Individual DTC member results only)

1. Derek Cross 6.12.49; 2 Dan Eakins 7.14.45; 3 Pete Brady 7.21.11; 4 Simon Casey 7.23.27; 6 Robbie Weatherald 8.19.37; 7 Haydn Whitty 8.59.47; 8 Brendan Dimech 10.29.28

3. Washington DC 5150 Triathlon, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Paul Matthews 1.49.58 Female: Alicia Kaye 2.02.22

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 3 July 2011
Triathlon
Lake Alexander
7.30am
400m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Roster:

Race Director: Grant Preddy
Registration: Daryl Stanley / Louise Ogden
Timekeepers: Arullan Naidoo / Ian Norton
Fruit / Ice: Adrienne Willing

PRESENTATION NIGHT DINNER:

1. Date Claimer - our eagerly awaited social event of the year will take place on Friday 2 September 2011, please make a note and save the date.

2. WANTED: Organisers for the Presentation Night Dinner. If you are able to assist with preparations (venue, menu, theme etc) for our annual Presentation Night Dinner please email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com .

3. WANTED: Your nominations for our annual Dag of the Year and Broken Spoke Awards.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING:

1. Notice is given of the Annual General Meeting of Darwin Triathlon Club Inc

2. Date: Sunday 4 September 2011

3. Time: 7am

4. Location: Surf Club, Casuarina Beach

5. We are particularly seeking interested persons to take over the roles of Equipment Officer and Permits Officer. Both Simon Jeggo and Col Smith have given many seasons of service to the club in these positions & are due for a break. Have a chat to our President Phill Hatty or email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com if you are interested.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED: Women's medium wetsuit asap. Contact Renae: 0488 102 939

2. FOR SALE: Cervelo Soloist (now called S1) road bike. 56cm alloy frame, carbon forks and seat post (suits rider appx 6ft). Ultegra group set. Geometry specifically designed for both road and tri. Great condition. $1,600 ono. Contact Andrew: 0402 456 946.

3. WANTED: Your nominations (kept confidential of course) for our annual Dag of the Year Award. If you have seen or heard of one of our members doing something particularly daggy over the past year, we need to know about it now! Some of you are already on file, so get even & email your nomination to darwintriclub89@bigpond.com now.

OTHER NEWS:

1. DTC dominated the solo competitors at the Katherine Ultra Challenge (see their results above) and we were very well represented in the team categories including Dale Berk in the first across the line team, Saharan Kayakers.

2. Stef Puszka and Kate Robertson are hardy souls .. they did the KUC 3.2km swim for their teams without wetsuits.

3. There were two Gold medal times in the individuals at the Ultra, winner Derek Cross and evergreen Pete Brady. While this was Derek's first Ultra, veteran Pete was doing his 9th and they posted their gold medal times on what is acknowledged as the toughest course ever.

4. Pete was carrying an Achilles injury and hadn't run since the Arafura Half Marathon but still posted one of the fastest xcountry times. Pete is definitely Territory tough !!

5. Also among our members competing in KUC teams were Brian Gallagher, Tony Cox, Damien O'Brien, Lachlan Kelsall, Phil Brownscombe, Sara Martin, Ron Griep, Moira Wigley, Alex Moratis, Joe Mettam, Erin Mettam, Matt Redmond and Tim Ellison.

6. Speaking of teams, the triathletes got pipped by the runners at the BeepTest Challenge. Our team of Dave Croser, John Thyne, Phil Lewis, Lee Wilson, Mitch Ward, Jax Ward, Bella Hatty, Louise Jettner, Shaye Hatty, Joseph White and Karen Lewis were by far the fittest though and I hear there may have been some grounds for a protest given an experienced triathlete defected to the runners side !

7. Carole McGregor is back in Darwin on hols & popped into Nightcliff swim squad to catch up with familiar faces. Carole will be competing at IM NZ next year.

8. NT Swimming advise new afternoon registration and start times for Meet #2 of the Gatorade Open Water Series on Saturday 2 July.
Registrations open 3.10pm; Registrations close 3.40pm; Race Briefing 3.45pm' Race Start 4.00pm. Further information: www.nt.swimming.org.au

9. Good luck to Ali Fitch & Stu Fitch who are competing in Idaho this weekend.

10. Heard Chad Anderson is injured & not able to run at the moment but is using the time to do a lot of swimming. We wish him a speedy recovery.

11. Applications are closing soon for the Level 1 Coaching Course to be conducted 16 & 17 July 2011. Further information & online registration at www.triathlonnt.com.au

12. I envy those lucky people heading for Bali, it's the first time I've missed the event and it sounds like it will be another special experience this year. Stay safe over there, the roads are very busy.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you contemplate how to pee on the bike when riding, and you are a girl.
... you have no problem loaning body glide to a triathlete you don’t even know
... you realize flatulence is pretty funny in a wetsuit and warm on cold swim days

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 20 June 2011

2011-06-21T09:58:00.002+09:30

Photo: Nightcliff Pool triathlon about to get underway, brrr

Hi All,

It was hilarious to see competitors and spectators alike rugged up against the cold at Sunday's event at Nightcliff Pool.

There was definitely some reluctance to get into the water, even to "warm" up ! The weather may have been on the chilly side but the competition was hot once the race was underway !

There was also a very social side to the race with a large crowd of spectators on hand to encourage those participants hardy enough to brave the chill. The coffee man in the carpark enjoyed the extra early patronage.

A huge thank you to RD Phill Hatty and all the volunteers who assisted with this event. Without our fantastic volunteers our events couldn't go ahead.

On that, our new calendar will soon be circulated and volunteers for Race Directors, Timekeepers, Registration, & Fruit/Ice will be called for. All members are asked to volunteer at least once a year to carry out one of those positions. Any vacant slots, after the call for volunteers, we fill with member names not yet appearing so we encourage you to choose an event that suits you.

We recognise that RD's and those on timekeeping can't participate so they are awarded maximum points for the pointscore. Registration and fruit/ice volunteers are still able to compete.

While we realise there are always circumstances which prevent people from carrying out a roster duty, we do request that you find someone to replace you and notify the RD for that event

It's a given that all members assist with setup and packup on race day.

RESULTS:

1. Nightcliff Pool Triathlon, 300m swim, 10km bike, 2km run

1 Marcus Lisle 28.28; 2 Derek Cross 29.11; 3 Steve Goat 29.13; 4 Grant Preddy 29.46; 5 Rob Weatherald 29.52; 6 Daniel Eakins 30.52; 7 Chris Jessop 31.10; 8 Glen Scholz 31.21; 9 Dale Berk 31.37; 10 Tobias Barnes 31.55; 11 John Thyne 31.57; 12 Jessy Young 32.48; 13 Shaye Hatty 32.49; 14 Kylie Gaffel 33.34; 15 Paul Usher 33.38; 16 Ben Sanders 34.02; 17 Team Bella Hatty/Louise Jettner 34.13; 18 Daryl Stanley 34.38; 19 Graeme Parsons 35.04; 20 Nell Clarke 35.31; 21 Clinton Luxford 36.59; 22 Juliette Neve 37.38; 23 David Hancock 38.10; 24 Barry Sullivan 38.57; 25 Sean Killiner 39.35; 26 Joy Glass 39.41; 27 Bill Prior 40.07; 28 Moira Wigley 40.25; 29 Malinda Leach 42.22; 30 Priscilla Lenne 43.14; 31 Craig Leach 43.18; 32 Greg Stonham dnf

2. ITU Kitzbuhel World C'ship Series, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Alistair Brownlee (GBR) 1.51.54 Female: Paula Findlay (CAN) 2.05.52

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 3 July 2011
Triathlon
Lake Alexander
7.30am
400m swim, 13km bike, 3km run

Roster:

Race Director: Grant Preddy
Registration: Daryl Stanley / Louise Ogden
Timekeepers: Arullan Naidoo / Ian Norton
Fruit / Ice: Adrienne Willing

FINLAY'S NT LONG COURSE TRIATHLON:

1. Online entry for Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon (2km swim, 60km bike, 16km run) will open on 1 July 2011.

2. Event date: Sunday 21 August 2011

3. Event location: Lake Bennett

4. Teams welcome so give that some thought if the distance is more than you are comfortable with.

2011/2012 MEMBERSHIP:

1. Membership is due for renewal from 1 July 2011 and will be online. What this space for details.

FOR SALE / WANTED:

1. WANTED: Men's wetsuit, Medium. Contact Dale: 0439 993 415

2. FOR SALE: DTC club men's swimmers 1 x M & 1 x L $32 Contact Robyn: darwintriclub89@bigpond.com

3. Items or requests for re runs for next E News by tomorrow 8pm please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. We recently farewelled Vincent Gilly & family who have relocated to Brisbane. Vincent would like, through the E News, "to thank Darwin Triathlon Club and Darwin triathlon community for having me this last 3 years. It was a very high pleasure to be with you all and I won’t forget all these fantastic moments spent with the Triathlon community."

2. Fannie Bay Swim Classic (1.2kms or 2.1kms) takes place this Sunday at midday. Register online at www.lifesavingnt.com.au by Friday.

3. Ben Sanders' time in the Cairns Half was 5.12.51 You will remember Ben dropped off the results for some reason. Definitely something for him to put in the event feedback request. Well done Ben !

4. Congratulations to Lauren Stephenson and Kyle Gear on the birth of their baby girl, Bella. A sweet new little tri baby.

5. I believe the Varga family have also had a visit from the stork recently as well. Congrats.
6. A number of members head to Bali this week for the Bali International Triathlon. Among them are some who will be tackling the sprint distance race including two girls whose first race ever was the Fernwood All Girls Tri last year, Joy Glass & Malinda Leach. I hear Joy is so keen she has been getting up at 4am to do her run training while her three young kids are asleep and husband is home. Malinda has also convinced husband Craig to join her at club events and in the Bali race. He's a hard core rugby player on Saturdays & has been known to dash off to footie training on Sunday arvo after tri-ing in the morning. Mal & Craig also juggle a young family. Good luck in Bali !

7. Pro Michelle Mitchell will be out to make it three wins in a row at the Bali International Triathlon (Olympic Distance). Good luck Michelle.

8. Did you get into Mooloolaba or IM Oz? Would be interesting to know who got in.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... your body clock is set at 5am
... you are dreaming of a set of race wheels
... you are thinking of trying to qualify for OD Worlds in Auckland next year

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 14 June 2011

2011-06-14T08:58:00.003+09:30

Hi All,

The brrr factor is well and truly upon us and looks set to continue for a few more days yet.

Hope you enjoyed the long weekend, there is so much to see and do at the moment it's hard to fit it all in. Aside from the chilly start, the weather is brilliant for being out and about.

I know many of you are looking forward to heading out to Nightcliff Pool on Sunday. It's a long time since we have had a triathlon out there but it was once the site of tri action in Darwin and will make a very welcome change.

RESULTS:

1. Ironman 70.3 Boise, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21km run

Male: Ben Hoffman 3.52.41 Female: Magali Tisseyre 4.18.28

2. Wei Hai ITU Triathlon Premium Asia Cup, China, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Kyle Jones (CAN) 2.00.03 Female: Kiyomi Niwata (JPN) 2.16.44

3. Wei Hai ITU Long Course, 3km swim, 80km bike, 20km run

Male: Dmitry Rostyagaev 4.16.47 Female: 4.59.74

4. Ironman 70.3 Kansas, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21km run

Male: Paul Matthews 3.49.44 Female: Chrissie Wellington 4.11.08

5. Ironman 70.3 Eagleman, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21km run

Male: Tj Tollakson 3.54.39 Female: Mirinda Carfrae 4.15.31

6. Manly Soft Sand Classic, 21km run

Male: Lee Wallace 1.39.16 Female: Reegan Ellis 1.39.52

Other:
Mick Outhred 5th M30-39 1.46.12

7. Katherine Ultra Challenge, 100kms

Male: Derek Cross tbc

8. Rocky River Run, Rockhampton, 21km

Male: Paul Tucker 1.15.02 Female: Anna McMurtrie 1.23.15

Jamie Tomlinson 24th M 1.38.53

9. 5150 Klagenfurt, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Bertrand Billard (FRA) 1.53.15 Female: Radka Vodickova (CZE) 2.12.01

10. Ironman 70.3 Italy, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21km run

Male: Daniel Fontana (ITA) 4.01.26 Female: Martina Dogan (ITA) 4.44.49

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 19 June 2011
Triathlon
Nightcliff Pool (Note change of location)
7.30am
300m swim, 13km bike, 2km run

Race status (CLUB)

Roster:

Race Director: Phill Hatty
Registration: Justin Tranter / Ian Pollock
Timekeeping: James Lugg / Paul Tilbrook
Fruit / Ice: Shaye Hatty

Note:

1. Please note this event will be at Nightcliff Pool, not Lake Alex as showing on calendar.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: Cervelo Soloist (now called S1) road bike. 56cm alloy frame, carbon forks and seat post (suits rider appx 6ft). Ultegra group set. Geometry specifically designed for both road and tri. Great condition. $1,600 ono. Contact Andrew: 0402 456 946.

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

CLUB UNIFORM:

1. I still have a number of club uniform orders to be collected. I will take them to event on Sunday at Nightcliff Pool.

2. Those who raced in club gear at Cairns were very easy to spot, the colours look fantastic.

OTHER NEWS:

1. TA members had priority entry to Mooloolaba Triathlon from midday yesterday until 8am today.

2. Didn't get theTA email re Mooloolaba ? That would be because you opted out of receiving email from TA when you joined up online.

3. Details of the upcoming Fannie Bay Swim and how to enter are attached.

4. NT Athletics have challenged triathlon to a 'beep test' to see who is the fittest. If you are interested in being on the team please email Lee who is trying to get teams together lee.wilson@ausport.gov.au. There will be 1 team only for open male/female and junior teams max 8 per team available so get in quick. See flyer attached for full details.

5. David Hancock hasn't been to too many tris lately - he has been very busy and now has a new book out. He is generously offering our members a discount. The book is about the Top End and is a good gift for people travelling interstate or overseas. If you are interested, see: http://www.gallerytwosix.com/component/content/article/41-book/87-top-end-book.html

6. Lake Alexander has reopened for swimming.

7. Congratulations to Justin & Emma Tranter. Their wedding took place on Friday evening.

8. Stork wings are warming up again.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... your shopping list starts with Gatorade, gels, powerbars
... that magazine secretly tucked under your mattress has pictures of really expensive bicycles in it
... you cried during the coverage of the Hawaii Ironman

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 9 June 2011

2011-06-11T19:29:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

I know, I know ... E News is all out of sync .. & yes it is Thursday. Busy times in tri land at the moment so you may find E News popping up at odd times for awhile.

Our club was well represented at the inaugural Challenge Cairns and Cairns Half & we had some awesome results with 6 podium places all up.

The buzz is now all about Katherine Ultra Challenge ... good luck to our members participating this weekend as individuals or as part of a team.

RESULTS:

1. Challenge Cairns, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Chris McCormack 8.15.56 Female: Rebecca Keat 9.26.31

Michelle Mitchell 2nd FElite 9.30.41
Heath Porter 11th M15-29 10.35.50
Jackie Crofton 3rd F30-34 10.42.24
Tony Burns 72nd M30-34 13.03.46

2. Cairns Half, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Leon Griffin 3.59.54 Female: Rebecca Eveleigh 4.34.36

Claire Goldsmith 1st F25-29 4.49.03
Grant Preddy 3rd M18-24 4.55.40
David Croser 16th M40-44 5.07.43
Liam Johnson 18th M30-34 5.07.49
Jamie Tomlinson 5th 5.11.25
Belinda Birk 2nd F45-49 5.12.00
Ali Fitch 8th FOpen 5.19.51
Rowena Eastick 5th F40-44 5.28.52
Debbie Geertshuis 11th F25-29 5.34.40
Daryl Stanley 3rd M60-64 5.50.00
Bertram Birk 15th M50-54 5.50.45
Jane Marie Kerslake 15th F35-39 5.54.14
Peta Jeggo 13th F40-44 5.59.53
Karen Wilson 15th F40-44 6.09.39
Rosie Sullivan 30th F35-39 6.26.33
Ben Sanders tbc

3. Ironman 70.3 Hawaii, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Luke Bell 3.58.14 Female: Bree Wee 4.42.32

4. Ironman 70.3 Mooseman, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Maxim Kriat 4.02.04 Female: Lesley Paterson 4.30.58

5. ITU World Series, Madrid, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Alistair Brownlee (GBR) 1.51.06 Female: Paula Findlay (CAN) 2.03.46

6. Singapore Sundown Marathon. 42km

Scott Bevis 4.09.13
Damien Brown 5.16.24

7. 5150 Darmstadt Triathlon, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Bertrand Billard (FRA) 1.48.35 Female: Radka Vodickova (CZE) 2.04.02

8. City2Surf, 12.7km

Male: Darren Peacock 43.20 Female: Emma Kraft 51.45

Open Male: 4 Steve Goat 51.04
Open Female: 4 Stef Puszka 55.42; 5 Ryoko Jones 57.55
Under 15 Male: 2 Arran Stephens 1.13.07
15-21 Male: 2 Joel Kay 1.00.53; 5 Hamish Stephens 1.06.25
22-35 Female: 23 Kate Richardson 1.07.40; 50 Alexis Marshall 1.16.45; 51 Renae McGarvie 1.16.49; 60 Belinda Townend 1.18.39
22-35 Male: 5 Chris Batenburg 53.48; 8 Justin Tranter 55.34; 15 James Lugg 57.19; 21 Glen Scholz 59.17; 34 Tass Liveris 1.03.02; 36 Clinton Luxford 1.03.06; 49 Scott Bevis 1.06.49; 54 Dean Preddy 1.08.04
36-50 Female: 1 Shaye Hatty 58.50; 3 Kirrily Jones 1.01.35; 5 Sue Parora 1.02.12; 6 Fran Edis 1.03.34; 8 Jo Duncan 1.04.40; 15 Asha Mahasuria 1.05.58; 20 Karen Lewis 1.08.45; 34 Sara Martin 1.17.45; 52 Bronwyn Rossingh 1.24.35
36-50 Male: 2 Mark Anzin 48.34; 3 Lee Wilson 48.40; 4 Phil Lewis 49.30; 7 Simon Weise 54.15; 10 Daniel O'Brien 56.55; 11 David McLeod 56.58; 15 Emmett Hartung 58.30
51-70 Female: 2 Rose Stephens 1.03.42; 5 Moira Wigley 1.15.24
51-70 Male: Rob Weatherald 51.08; 3 Brian Gallagher 57.23; 21 Peter Stephens 1.14.11

9. Mini Surfer, 4km

Male: Ian Cameron 13.56 Female: Imogen Teale 16.33

Male Open: 2 Mitch Ward 14.44
Under 15 Female: 1 Isabella Hatty 19.31
Under 15 Male: 1 Nelson Rossingh 16.28; 3 Jax Ward 18.15; 5 Connor McLeod 18.51; 20 Jack Hatty tbc
22-35 Male: Greg Stonham 20.13
36-50 Female: 3 Juliette Neve 19.51; 5 Simone Atkinson 20.28; 20 Cate Killiner 26.31
36-50 Male: 3 Phill Hatty 20.24; 7 Sean Killiner 26.32

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 19 June 2011
Triathlon
Nightcliff Pool (Note change of location)
7.30am
300m swim, 13km bike, 2km run

Race status (CLUB)

Roster:

Race Director: Phill Hatty
Registration: Justin Tranter / Ian Pollock
Timekeeping: James Lugg / Paul Tilbrook
Fruit / Ice: Shaye Hatty

Note:

1. Please note this event will be at Nightcliff Pool, not Lake Alex as showing on calendar.

LEVEL 1 TRIATHLON COACHING COURSE

1. Triathlon NT advises the Level 1 triathlon coaching course will take place Saturday & Sunday 16 & 17 July 2011

2. Registration and further info see link at www.triathlonnt.com.au

3. A minimum number of candidates is required to proceed with the course so your early registration is appreciated.

4. Thanks to those who have already registered.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: TK1 Kayak – perfect for the Katherine Ultra-Challenge. Stable and quick, in great condition and ready to go. Comes with a ‘skirt’ to keep water out through the rapids. MAX-Paddle M333 carbon wing paddle with ‘split shaft’ and bag – adjustable length and feather, easy to transport. PRICE $900. Contact Pete 0402 346 194

2. FOR SALE: Mtb 2010 Giant Anthem X1 Medium size. XT running gear, tubeless XT wheels, Bontrager seat. Recently had new gear cables and the fork serviced. $4000 new, PRICE $1500. Pete 0402 346 194

3. FOR SALE: Scicon bike box needs some repairs. New ones are over $1400. As is PRICE $150 Pete 0402 346 194

4. FOR SALE: Orca tri suit men's medium size - lime green & grey. Worn once and in as new condition. $50 Contact Pete 0402 346 194

5. FOR SALE: Cervelo Soloist (now called S1) road bike. 56cm alloy frame, carbon forks and seat post (suits rider appx 6ft). Ultegra group set. Geometry specifically designed for both road and tri. Great condition. $1,600 ono. Contact Andrew: 0402 456 946.

6. WANTED: Organisers of the Timor Marathon on the 18th June are looking for a physio to help on the day. The airfare to Dili would be hugely discounted to $160 return for anyone volunteering. Contact Mel info@tourdetimor.com

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. Ben Sanders' result at Cairns Half isn't showing at present. How disappointing for Ben. He was definitely mentioned early on but then mysteriously disappeared off the tracker. Ben was around the 5.12.00 mark. Lousie Ogden was also participating in a team & did the swim & bike. Her team crossed in 5.28.41. Jesse Mortensen from Alice Springs Tri Club also did the iron distance and finished in 13.12.33

2. What is it with bad luck and Ali Fitch? Up in the lead of the Cairns Half, Ali got a flat in the bike exit chute and another out on course.

3. Another bad luck story - Damien Brown heading over to Singapore for the Sundown Marathon was cleared through customs. Then got bumped off the flight and ended up having to fly to Singapore via Melbourne and arrived about 24 hrs late & only a few hours before the event started. Anything you need to know about doing a sleep deprived marathon, he's your man !

4. Col Smith featured in a three way tie for the Bark Hut Classic Handicap last weekend.

5. I hear a number of our members were also in action at the Open Water Swim #1 at the Waterfront Lagoon on Saturday.

6. Word is entry for 2012 Challenge Cairns will open in a couple of days.

7. The new Ironman US C'ship event announced for New York is predicted to have a huge entry price tag ... imagine the cost of closing down parts of New York for a bike course ... but imagine the buzz of participating!

8. I'll get some Cairns photos up on Flickr soon.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you consider skipping race briefs but don't, just in case there is something important
... you love event expos
... you are training for Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon and have already booked your accommodation at Lake Bennett Resort

Safe training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 1 June 2011

2011-06-01T13:09:00.002+09:30

Photo: Team Hawaii 3-O

Hi All,

June, how can it be June ... wasn't it just Christmas?

It's going to be another busy weekend with a large contingent of members heading over to Cairns for the inaugural Challenge Cairns and Cairns Half. Those in Darwin have City to Surf and/or the first of the Open Water swims to enter or support. Good luck to all.

RESULTS:

1. Comrades Marathon, 86.96km

Male: Stephen Muzhingi 5.32.46 Female: Elena Nurgalieva 6.24.11

Lucie Hardiman 3rd F40-49 7.28.01
Tim Hardiman 652nd M40-49 9.03.51

2. Barcelona Challenge Half, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21km run

Male: Sylvain Sudrie 3.47.49 Female: Eva Ledesma 4.23.25

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 19 June 2011
Triathlon
Nightcliff Pool (application for permits for road use have been made)
7.30am
300m swim, 13km bike, 2km run

Race status (CLUB)

Roster:

Race Director: Phill Hatty
Registration: Justin Tranter / Ian Pollock
Timekeeping: Volunteer Required / Paul Tilbrook
Fruit / Ice: Shaye Hatty

Note:

1. Permit approval to conduct our next event at Nightcliff Pool has been made.
2. Event details will be confirmed next E News (midweek)

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: 1 x large size wetsuit. Orca model 9 with full length arms and legs. Suit someone around 6’ (1.8m). Take vengeance on your lane leaders and stay toaster warm at the same time. $100. Contact Simon 0401 118 360
2. FOR SALE: TK1 Kayak – perfect for the Katherine Ultra-Challenge. Stable and quick, in great condition and ready to go. Comes with a ‘skirt’ to keep water out through the rapids. MAX-Paddle M333 carbon wing paddle with ‘split shaft’ and bag – adjustable length and feather, easy to transport. PRICE $900. Contact Pete 0402 346 194

3. FOR SALE: Mtb 2010 Giant Anthem X1 Medium size. XT running gear, tubeless XT wheels, Bontrager seat. Recently had new gear cables and the fork serviced. $4000 new, PRICE $1500. Pete 0402 346 194

4. FOR SALE: Scicon bike box needs some repairs. New ones are over $1400. As is PRICE $150 Pete 0402 346 194

5. FOR SALE: Orca tri suit men's medium size - lime green & grey. Worn once and in as new condition. $50 Contact Pete 0402 346 194

6. FOR SALE: 2XU Elite wetsuit men's medium size in good condition $50 Contact Pete 0402 346 194

7. WANTED TO BORROW: Large men's wetsuit for KUC team swimmer. Contact Skip 0407 300 392

8. WANTED: Helper needed to be support for an individual completing the Katherine Ultra Challenge. This is an awesome event being held over the Queen’s birthday long weekend in Katherine. Anyone who would possibly be interested in laying gear out for an individual please Contact Dan 0404 667 945

9. FOR SALE: Selle Italia Flite Gel Flow Titanium bike saddle $130. This is a top quality racing or triathlon bike saddle. Brand new, never mounted on a bike, it has a RRP of $299.95. This is a real bargain compared to new prices you will pay in a shop. Price includes Express Post delivery within Australia. Contact Stu 0418 437 075

10. Items for E News or requests for repeats by Tuesday 8pm please.

DILI MARATHON OFFER:

From Melanie Horne, Hospitality & Operations Coordinator of Dili City of Peace Marathon & Tour de Timor 2011:

Greetings from Timor-Leste.

We would like to offer 20 Darwin/NT people the chance to join us for Dili Marathon on Saturday 18 June. We will have half and full marathon on Saturday 18 June as well as 7km Run for Peace.

Normal price for marathon and half marathon is $70AUD, however as a special deal, we can offer it for $50AUD. They will receive a timing chip, bib, Lonely Planet Timor-Leste guide book and other goodies.

Our lovely sponsors at Airnorth are offering special rate for marathon participants of $325AUD Darwin to Dili return. Participants could fly in on Thursday 16 or Friday 17 June and fly out again on Monday 20 June. To visit Timor-Leste, passport holders must have at least 6 months remaining on their passport. A thirty day Tourist visa will be issued upon arrival in Dili at cost of $30US.

Accommodation packages are available through the website: www.timorleste-hotels.com/

To register for Dili marathon, go to: http://au.eventdirector.net/Register.aspx?EventID=4518

When you arrive at payment page please enter Promo code: NTrunner

Then click on + button and the registration fee will be reduced to $50AUD.

Once online registration is complete, please send an email to athletes@dilimarathon.com with the subject line: "I want to run in Dili Marathon". We will then respond and advise on how to book your flights with Airnorth.

Please note this special ends on Monday 6 June, so get in quick and come join us for a fun long weekend in Timor-Leste.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Lucie Hardiman's effort at Comrades Marathon was sensational. Lucie was 19th Female overall & 3rd in age category. Congratulations Lucie.

2. Registrations are coming in for the Level 1 Triathlon Coaching Course to be conducted 16-17 July 2011 in Darwin. For further information and to register see link at: www.triathlonnt.com.au

3. Information on Swimming NT's open water series which commences this Saturday is attached. Triathlon NT/DTC members eligible to participate.

4. Last man standing in the Alice connection team for Cairns, Dean Nankivell, has managed to secure a new swimmer (still nameless) and recruit Kevin Coyle to his team ... phew a bit of fast talking required but Dean still gets his run in !!

5. Judging by the for sale/ wanted section today there is some spring cleaning happening at more than just our place.

6. We would appreciate an email darwintriclub89@bigpond.com if you are competing somewhere or know someone who is. We are pretty good at tracking results but it does help if we have a heads up on where to look. Already been there, done that but not mentioned? Let us know your result !

7. Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon at Lake Bennett takes place Sunday 21 August 2011. Online entries for the 2km swim, 60km bike, 16km run will open 1 July 2011. Not up for that distance? There's plenty of time to get your team together before entry opens.

8. Entry for OSIM Singapore International Triathlon (OD) has been extended to 3 June.

Safe training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 30 May 2011

2011-05-30T10:10:00.003+09:30

Photo: Start teams event

Hi All,

We are back to dry season madness when there just doesn't seem to be enough hours in the day. It's also the time when we are inundated with friends and family ... hey, who wouldn't want to escape those seriously cold down south temperatures ... just wish they wouldn't laugh so loud when we squeeze into the wetsuit at the pool !

With so much happening in and around Darwin some serious choices have to be made ... City to Surf, Katherine Ultra Challenge, Fannie Bay Swims, along with the upcoming events on the tri calendar or to yield to the temptation to go camping or just relax & watch the sun come up or go down. Most just seem to juggle and manage the lot !!! Enjoy.

RESULTS:

1. Bintan International Triathlon, Indonesia, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Fredrik Croneborg 2.03.53 Female: Alexa Towersey 2.35.21

Graeme Parsons 1st M60+ 3.01.24

2. Coral Coast OD Triathlon, 1.5km swim, 40km bike 10km run

Male: Joey Lampe 1.54.41 Female: Emily Donker 2.16.34

Jamie Tomlinson 2nd M20-24 2.24.34

3. Coral Coast SD Triathlon, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Philip Bradshaw 1.03.16 Female: Kate Bell 1.10.24

Helen Bretton 2nd F35-44 1.20.39

4. Comrades Marathon, 86.96km

Server busy ... official results to come

Lucie Hardiman 7.28.00
Tim Hardiman

5. Ironman Brazil, 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Male: Eduardo Sturla 8.15.03 Female: Amy Marsh 9.09.39

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 19 June 2011
Triathlon
Lake Alexander (to be confirmed)
7.30am
300m swim, 13km bike, 2km run

Race status (CLUB)

Roster:

Race Director: Phill Hatty
Registration: Justin Tranter / Ian Pollock
Timekeeping: David Crane / Paul Tilbrook
Fruit / Ice: Shaye Hatty

Note:

1. Keep your eyes on E News or the New/Announcements page of the website Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/ for updates on any changes to location or event formats.

LEVEL 1 TRIATHLON COACHING COURSE

1. Triathlon NT advises the Level 1 triathlon coaching course will take place Saturday & Sunday 16 & 17 July 2011

2. Registration and further info see link at www.triathlonnt.com.au

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED: Helper needed to be support for an individual completing the Katherine Ultra Challenge. This is an awesome event being held over the Queen’s birthday long weekend in Katherine. Anyone who would possibly be interested in laying gear out for an individual please Contact Dan 0404 667 945

2. FOUND: Sunglasses at Arafura. Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com

OTHER NEWS:

1. We have a huge group heading for Cairns this weekend. Those lining up for the ironman distance event include: Heath Porter, Jac Crofton, Michelle Mitchell and Tony Burns. Jesse Mortensen from Alice Springs will also be there. We hear the gun team of Spanky, Peter Gwynne and Dean Nankivell may have pulled the pin on their entry.

2. Those heading to Cairns for the Half include: Rosie Sullivan, Peta Jeggo, Ben Sanders, Karen Wilson, Jane Marie Kerslake, Daryl Stanley, Bertram Birk, Debbie Geertshuis, Jamie Tomlinson, David Croser, Liam Johnson, Ali Fitch, Claire Goldsmith, Faith Marshall, Rowena Eastick, Grant Preddy, Belinda Birk and Louise Ogden.

3. Unfortunately for Phil Blumberg and James Geddes, both are out injured so no Cairns. Anyone missing from the list?

4. More photos from Arafura from Epic Moments: http://www.onlinepictureproof.com/epicmoments/gallery/albums/36119
5. Athlete tracker for IM Brazil didn't work .. boring !

6. Comrades Marathon results "server too busy" this morning but they did have an awesome athlete tracker going for race day ... I think WTC need to have a chat with the Comrades timing people.

7. Organisers tell us the Fannie Bay Swims are going ahead on 26 June 2011.

8. Entry for next weekend's City to Surf available in NT News.

9. Greg Kahl will be visiting Darwin for a wedding soon. He'll be here 7 - 12 June & word is he would have stayed longer but has to see Knee Specialist Dr Peter Annear on 13 June 2011. Apparently the injury he sustained when struck by a vehicle riding his bike pre Callala Bay Triathlon December 2008 has run its course and cannot go on any longer without surgery. A keen hockey player, he only got two games in for 2011 season and his attempt to right the wrong of last year's Anaconda bike failure looks real hazy.

10. Good feedback post Arafura: a friend of one of our members did a race last week in PNG. He says they are mightily impressed with the way that NT tri goes about their business.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you're too tired for hanky-panky on a Friday night but up for a century ride on Saturday morning
... a Power Bar starts tasting better than a Snickers
... you are tempted to do your long rides in togs to get ride of those odd tan lines

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 23 May 2011

2011-05-23T09:25:00.002+09:30

Hi All,

We had an excellent turnout for our Teams Event at the Waterfront Lagoon. The team themes were a hoot ... we had Kath, Kim & Sharon show up, a couple of very bogan bogans, fairies, superheros, tattoo'd blokes, straights, dags, hula dancers and we spent a bit of time wondering where Wally was, to name just a few. Thanks to RD John Thyne and a great team of volunteers, the teams event was a great way to spend an amusing Sunday morning !

Heads up that we are working on the club calendar for 2011/2012. Obviously it is somewhat challenging with the current water quality issues, but there is a positive ... we get to be a little more creative.

Once finalised, the draft calendar will be circulated with a request that members volunteer for key positions. For our calendar to go ahead, we will need volunteers for Race Director, Timekeepers, Registration, Fruit/Ice at each of the events. Traditionally our members are expected to carry out one of those positions at least once each calendar. We recommend you choose that event. After that we fill any blanks from our member list.

RESULTS:

1. Teams Event, Waterfront, 250m swim, 6km bike, 1.5km run

1 Tattoo You (Derek Cross, Matt Redmond, Dale Berk) 1.04.00; 2 Bogans (Steve Goat, Marcus Lisle, Daryl Stanley) 1.10.58; 3 Dubious Gender (Rob Weatherald, Brian Gallagher, Tony Cox) 1.11.45; 4 Daggy (Blue Watt, Pete Brady, Michelle Mitchell) 1.11.46; 5 The Boys (Ian Pollock, Chris Battenburg, Simon Jeggo) 1.12.44; 6 Hula (Ryoko Jones, Grant Preddy, Russell Peacock) 1.13.30; 7 SuperHeros (Haydn Whitty, Ben Sanders, Daniel Eakins) 1.14.14; 8 I"ron"man (Ron Griep, Juliette Neve, Simone Atkinson) 1.16.20; 9 Straight (Karen Wilson, Col Smith, JM Kerslake) 1.20.24; 10 Where's Wally (Robyn Stanley, Glen Scholz, Kylie Gaffel) 1.21.05; 11 Princesses (Rose Stephens, Karen Lewis, Phil Lewis) 1.22.27; 12 VeryFast (Barry Sullivan, Hans Bormann, Moira Wigley) 1.22.59; 13 Kath, Kim & Sharon (Monica Stewart, Kate Richardson, Belinda Townend) 1.23.30; 14 Fairies (Shaye Hatty, James Geddes) 1.24.16; 15 Fairy & Friend (Bella Hatty, Ari McInerney) 1.25.09; 16 Us (Craig Leach, Melinda Leach, ?) 1.26.23; 17 Hawaii 3-O (Cate Killiner, Sean Killiner, Tass Liveris) 1.29.30.

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

Male: Timo Bracht 8.30.34 Female Rachel Joyce 9.28.12

3. Ironman Texas, 3.8km swim, 180kkm bike, 42.2km run

Male: Eneko Llanos 8.08.20 Female: Catriona Morrison 8.57.51

4. Ironman 70.3 Austria, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Filip Ospaly 3.55.27 Female: Karin Thuerig 4.20.34

5. Huangshan ITU Asian Cup, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Bai Faquan 1.48.36 (CHN) Female: Hongni Wang (CHN) 2.03.50

6. Brno ETU Jnr European Cup, 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run

Male: Kristian Blummenfelt (NOR) 1.00.54 Female: Monika Orazem (SLO) 1.06.57

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 19 June 2011
Triathlon
Lake Alexander (to be confirmed)
7.30am
300m swim, 13km bike, 2km run

Race status (CLUB)

Roster:

Race Director: Phill Hatty
Registration: Justin Tranter / Ian Pollock
Timekeeping: David Crane / Paul Tilbrook
Fruit / Ice: Shaye Hatty

Note:

1. We are all going to need to be a little flexible with our events while the Lake A problem persists.

2. Keep your eyes on E News or the New/Announcements page of the website Blog: http://tribloggingntnews.blogspot.com/ for updates on any changes to location or event formats.

LEVEL 1 TRIATHLON COACHING COURSE

1. The much awaited Level 1 coaching course will take place Saturday & Sunday 16 & 17 July 2011

2. Registration and further info see link at www.triathlonnt.com.au

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. MISSING: A distinctive dragon necklace was inadvertently placed in the wrong bag at Nightcliff swim squad on Thursday. Could all swimmers please search their swim bags thoroughly and let me know if you have it. Owner slightly frantic.

2. Items for next E News or requests or advt re runs by 9pm tomorrow please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. There were some creative bike course interpretations at the Teams Event, but we think everyone ended up doing the same distance in the end.

2. Simon Jeggo took the award for the most spectacular bunny hop over the speed bumps.

3. James Geddes did the closest road inspection and wrecked a helmet along the way. Ouch!

4. And which SuperHero almost drowned in the swim, cape and all?

5. One of the Princesses found it faster to walk some of the swim.

6. And a bogan was weighed down by his beatbox during the run.

7. After yesterday, I have a renewed appreciation of where novice triathletes sit on the tri fitness scale.

8. Also after yesterday Blue Watt has strict instructions to bin those budgie smugglers. Talk about prawn trawlers !

8. More ouch ... Phil Blumberg, Peta Jeggo and Claire Goldsmith were also casualties over the weekend & kept RDH busy ... we wish them all speedy recoveries from their injuries.

9. Updated information on the Katherine Ultra Challenge is available at the new website www.kmsc.com.au .

10. A distinctive dragon necklace was inadvertently placed in the wrong bag at Nightcliff swim squad on Thursday. Could all swimmers please search their swim bags thoroughly and let me know if you have it. Owner now slightly frantic, it's a favourite.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... visitors call in, you open the cupboard and have to move the Powerade before you find the tea and coffee
... you food shop at least four times a week & there is still nothing in the house to eat
... you walk past someone and say "on your right"

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 18 May 2011

2011-05-18T09:40:00.003+09:30

Photo: Simon has been looking after our equipment for a number of years. He needs a break .... can you help?

Hi All,

Great news ! We have been successful in obtaining permission to use the Waterfront Lagoon for our teams event on Sunday (see info below).

A couple of things we wish to highlight - parking meters in the area apply on Sunday & they are patrolled, so no grizzling if you park there, go overtime & get booked. The other is that this is our first morning start at this venue. With Lake A out of action, we need to build a great relationship so we will be welcomed back. With this in mind, we ask members to avoid making any unnecessary noise so that resident's get to enjoy their Sunday sleep in & no complaints are lodged about the event.

RESULTS:

1. Epic 250 Leadman Triathlon, 5km swim, 223km bike, 22km run (250k in total), Nevada

Male: Jordan Rapp 9.32.19 Female: Angela Naeth 10.29.43

2. 2011 Seoul ITU Triathlon Asian Cup, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Tim Don (GBR) 1.51.57 Female: Hideko Kikuchi (JPN) 2.07.46

3. 2011 Subic Bay ITU Triathlon Asian Cup, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 40km run

Male: Reto Hug (SUI) 1.54.33 Female: Natalie Van Coevorden (AUS) 2.10.03

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 22 May 2011
Waterfront Lagoon
Teams Event
7.30am

Event status: CLUB (must be a member to participate)

250m swim, 6km bike, 1.5km run x 3

Roster:

Race Director: John Thyne
Registration: Korgan Hucent / Damien Brown
Timekeepers: Bronwyn Rossingh / Stef Puszka
Fruit / Ice: Louise Ogden

Note:

1. Swim will be two laps in the area inside the net. (So no risk of swimming with the big fish)
2. Ride two laps on Kitchener Road and the Deck Chair cinema road.

3. Run one lap similar to the splash and dash swim.

4. Kitchener Road is a little rough in places and has some loose surface. Competitors should consider using their training wheels and mountain bikes may even be a good option. Remember this is a fun novelty race so speed is not everything. There are also three very sharp speed humps on this course which will need to be ridden over with care.

5. Team are to be made up of three people and the race will be in a relay format. A competitor can only do one leg at a time.

6. Teams are encouraged to be mixed. Team themes also encouraged.

7. Parking Warning: Parking is metered (2 hours) in the Waterfront area between 7am-10pm and that applies to Sunday as well. The multi story car park is free for the first 2 hours but may not open until 7am. More info on parking: http://www.waterfront.nt.gov.au/darwin-waterfront-precinct/parking/

8. This is a residential area so members are asked not to make too much noise before and during the race (we want to be allowed back).

COMMITTEE NEWS:

1. Date for Darwin Triathlon Club Annual General Meeting has been set for Sunday 28 August 2011.

2. Is there someone with accounting or bookkeeping skills who would be willing to take over from our long serving treasurer Jane Marie who will be stepping down?

3. Also needing a break is our super equipment man Simon who has also been in that position for a number of years. If you can assist with looking after the club equipment, trailer & shed we would love to hear from you.

TRIATHLON NT NEWS:

1. Triathlon NT has confirmed details for the upcoming Level 1 Triathlon Coaching Course.

Dates: Sat 16 July 2011 & Sunday 17 July 2011 (attendance both days required)
Time: 8.45pm - 5pm
Cost: $250

2. This two day course aimed at coaches working with junior, beginner and club level triathletes and will provide a basic education and coaching skills to begin a coaching pathway. Upon completing the 2 day course candidates are called a "Level 1 Candidate Coach" and have a workbook, assignment, practical component and other requirements to complete within pre-determined time frames before being accredited.

3. More details and registration at www.triathlonnt.com.au

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED TO BUY: The old silver Campagnolo Shamal Wheel set; Contact Tim: 0437 602 346

2. WANTED: Persons interested in forming a team for Katherine Ultra Challenge: I’m up for any of the running and bike legs; probably not trained up enough to complete 3.2km swim and kayaking abilities are non-existent; Ideally I’d like to do 10km cross country run, 8km road run and 37 km road bike, but happy to trim to 2 legs or switch around a little to suit. Contact Warwick: 0420 714 468

3. WANTED: Helper needed to be support for an individual completing the Katherine Ultra Challenge. This is an awesome event being held over the Queen’s birthday long weekend in Katherine. Anyone who would possibly be interested in laying gear out for an individual please Contact Dan 0404 667 945

4. FOR SALE: 2009 Black medium/tall 2XU model C:2 wetsuit. Long sleeves. Perfect condition - rarely worn. $150 Contact Ron 0407 117 448

5. FOUND: Sunglasses at Arafura. Contact darwintriclub@bigpond.com

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. The Bintan International Triathlon (Indonesia) takes place this weekend. Club Secretary Graeme Parsons will be on the start line. Good luck GP. BTW after competing last year, Graeme was successful in lobbying race organisers to get a couple of extra age categories in the event.

2. Chris McCormack's new book has just been released. "I'm Here to Win" has moved to #8 on Amazon's Sports list.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you come home from a long run with chaffing & the responsible shorts go straight in the bin instead of the washing machine
... you throw out those see through nicks before they are commented on by following riders (hint - if you hold them up to the light and you can see through them ... so can everyone else)
... you love doing a long ride on your own for the quality reflection and thinking time it provides

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 16 May 2011

2011-05-16T10:47:00.002+09:30

Photo: Some of our fantastic Arafura Games volunteers

Hi All,

With Arafura tri done and dusted, it's now time to lighten up and have some fun & our Teams Event is just the way to do that. Already teams are forming and themes/costumes are being finalised (& are closely guarded secrets) !

Need some inspiration? Check out photos from last year's teams event at http://www.flickr.com/photos/darwintriclub/sets/72157624352444696/
Of course, the choice to dress up is entirely yours and while it is encouraged, isn't a condition of entry ~ all members are welcome !

Don't have a team or know anyone to team with? Flick me an email and I'll endeavour to put you in touch with others in a similar position.

RESULTS:

1. Arafura Games Half Marathon, 21km

Male: 1 Richard Gardiner 1.11.42; 11 Heath Porter 1.23.09; 13 Phil Lewis 1.25.55; 16 Blue Watt 1.26.30; 17 Tony Cox 1.27.07; 18 Ashan Weerakkody 1.29.14; 19 Daniel Eakins 1.29.18; 20 Pete Brady 1.30.03; 23 Hadyn Whitty 1.33.35; 25 Scott Bevis 1.38.32; 27 Tony Burns 1.39.49; 29 Damien Brown 1.43.21

Female: Jodie Barker 1.26.39; 7 Ryoko Jones 1.39.10; 8 Jodie Ballingall 1.39.36; 14 Fran Edis 1.44.10; 18 Asha Mahasuria 1.49.48; 19 Rose Stephens 1.49.54

2. Ironman 70.3 Mallorca, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Andreas Raelert 3.53.07 Female: Emma-Kate Lidbury 4.33.18

3. NSW Club Championships, Forster, 1km swim, 30km bike, 8km run

Male: Adam Holborow 1.28.22 Female: Lisa Marangon 1.34.40

4. Ironman 70.3 Florida, 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run

Male: Andy Potts 3.3.14 Female: Caitlin Snow 4.22.31

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 22 May 2011
Teams Event
7.30am

250m swim, 6km bike, 1.5km run x 3

Venue to be confirmed midweek. Applications have been submitted to conduct this event at the Waterfront Lagoon but are yet to be approved.

Roster:

Race Director: John Thyne
Registration: Korgan Hucent / Damien Brown
Timekeepers: Bronwyn Rossingh / Stef Puszka
Fruit / Ice: Louise Ogden

Note:

1. This event is the very popular teams race starting at 7:30am
2. Teams will be teams of three members and all teams are encouraged to have a mix of male and female members.
3. The race will be in a relay format with each team member having to do each leg of the race.
4. A team member can only complete one leg of the race at a time.
5. Teams are encouraged to come up with a theme for their team and dress accordingly
6. It is considered a novelty event and for pointscore purposes, each participant receives one (1) point

JUNIOR NEWS:

Congratulations to all our juniors who competed in this year’s Arafura Games. From all reports there were some great performances and personal best times.

1. Our junior triathlon team (Louise Jettner, Imogen Teale, Michael Collins) won silver & all did a great job over the longer distance. This was the first year we have had a junior division and we hope to have many more juniors competing in two years time.

2. Lara Whitehouse won silver in the 5km open water swim in 1:12:08. That’s an incredible time and something that most of our senior Ironman athletes would be very impressed with. There were also a number of others who competed in other swimming events and Joseph White who competed in squash, so it’s great to see such versatility of sports amongst our juniors … Well Done All!

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR SALE: 2009 Black medium/tall 2XU model C:2 wetsuit. Long sleeves. Perfect condition - rarely worn. $150 Contact Ron 0407 117 448

2. Items or requests for advt re runs by 8pm tomorrow please.
OTHER NEWS:

1. Official photos from Arafura Games Triathlon are available for purchase at http://www.woodleyimages.com/ArafuraGames2011/Triathlon/17013554_kqp4wr#1287514291_Bd4KdPw

2. Arafura Games competitors and volunteers celebrated the end of the Games at the closing ceremony on Saturday night. Thanks again to all those who volunteered at our triathlon, without you it wouldn't happen.

3. Challenge Cairns and Cairns Half in a couple of weeks has attracted many of our members and they are training hard. For some it will be their first Ironman or Half Ironman distance event.

4. The cancellation of IM China and China 70.3 has upset the plans of a few of our members.

5. DTC committee is currently working on 2011/2012 Events Calendar ... not an easy task with the Lake Alex venue no longer a certainty.

6. On the poo lution problem ... oops I had a rant here, you will be pleased I have reconsidered dumping it on our members and pressed delete !

7. Some of our members went through the frustrating process of hitting the refresh button a million times and were successful in gaining entry for Ironman Australia at Port Mac next year. Congrats ... getting an entry in these days seems harder than all the training !

8. No date yet set for 70.3 Port Mac. Reactions of punters to having both events on the same day was mixed. May well be that we won't have a 70.3 at Port next year or it may go back to it's original date.

9. Here at home we are fast approaching the time when we set the date for our AGM. Now is the time to start thinking whether you would be able to contribute to the club & the sport by putting up your hand for a position on the DTC committee. If the answer is yes, have a chat to those currently in those positions.

10. And while the committee is busy setting our calendar for next year, please remember our events are conducted by our club members for our club members on a voluntary basis. Have you thanked a volunteer recently or done your bit for the club? Once the calendar is set, we will be asking members to fill in the date & position they can help out in 2011/2012 and we look forward to being inundated with offers. Watch this space !

11. The uniform order has been submitted to Cannibal and should be back in time for Cairns.

12. Photos from Arafura race brief and event are up on Flickr.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

... you understand "more is not better" when it comes to triathlon training
... you have already purchased your wetsuit in anticipation of swimming all through the dry season
... you have booked flights or accommodation for a triathlon that is still over six months away

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

Robyn's E News 11 May 2011

2011-05-15T20:26:00.002+09:30

Photo: Members NT Junior Team at Arafura Games race brief
Hi All,

We hope competitors and volunteers have all recovered from last weekend. The feedback has been fantastic and definitely thumbs up !

Now that Arafura is done and dusted we can start thinking Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon at Lake Bennett. Online registration will open soon for this event scheduled for 21 August 2011.

We also hope the run/bike/run lovers consider making the trip to Alice Springs for the NT Duathlon Championships (5/20/2.5) at Simpson's Gap on 14 August 2011.

Before those happen, we have a couple of local club events coming up. The very popular Teams Event (see detail below) will go ahead at Lake Alexander.

RESULTS:

1. 2011 ITU Monterrey World Cup, 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Male: Brendan Sexton (AUS) Female: Sarah Haskins (USA) 1.57.15

2. Revised Arafura Games results are posted to club website.

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 22 May 2011
Lake Alexander
Teams Event
7.30am

?, 6km bike, 1.5km run x 3

Due to continued closure of Lake Alexander, revised format to be confirmed.

Roster:

Race Director: John Thyne
Registration: Korgan Hucent / Damien Brown
Timekeepers: Bronwyn Rossingh / Stef Puszka
Fruit / Ice: Louise Ogden

Note:

1. This event is the very popular teams race starting at 7:30am
2. Teams will be teams of three members and all teams are encouraged to have a mix of male and female members.

3. The race will be in a relay format with each team member having to do each leg of the race.

4. A team member can only complete one leg of the race at a time.

5. Teams are encouraged to come up with a theme for their team and dress accordingly

6. It is considered a novelty event and for pointscore purposes, each participant receives one (1) point.

RULES NEWS:

1. Regarding the use of speed suits at events ... speed suit use is definitely legal.

2. To view TA rules see http://www.triathlon.org.au/Headlines.aspx?site=ta&dept=officiating§ion=articles&content=resources&subtab=rules

3. The interim rule on speed suit use was adopted approximately three years ago.

4. TA Race Competition Rules have recently been reviewed by the National Technical Committee and the revised rules are expected to take effect from 1 July 2011 ... including changes to the use of speed suits. TA will notify members of the changes. E News will also let you know when they are posted.

5. Members (particularly those competing internationally) are advised to check rules for each event as rules can differ depending on National Associations. ITU rules used for World Championship & other ITU events can be viewed at www.triathlon.org

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. FOR RENT: 3 bedroom house available to rent for short term; Elevated house located along Nightcliff foreshore - great location for training!
Going overseas, so would like to use 1 room for minimal storage, although will be available for you to use - currently set up as office.
Furnished and equipped house; Fully reticulated garden for easy maintenance; Available from 10th June to approx 10th September (3 months) - ideal for visitors over our dry season! Rent $400 per week, negotiable, plus bond, negotiable. References required.
Contact: Rowie 0428 240 330

2. FOR SALE:: 2010 Black medium women’s 2XU Comp tri-suit. Features built in sports bra, discrete padding for the bike, silicone leg grippers. Perfect condition - only worn once. $75 ono (paid $160). Contact Kiah 0402 009 112

3. FOR SALE: Token Carbon tubular T50 wheel set, GP4000 singles and Ultegra cassette included. Wheels have done only done a handful of triathlons. Price - $1000 Contact- Kyle 0437 814 892 or at Cyclezone 8981 4436

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

OTHER NEWS:

1. There should be some more stork news soon.

2. Great to see our visitors from Alice Springs and Katherine in action (and on the podium) at the Arafura Games Triathlon.

3. Our overseas competitors enjoyed their Arafura Games experience. Many are still in Darwin so you may bump into them again.

4. The Youth Teams category was introduced for the first time at these games. It was great to see our own NT team do so well. Don't be surprised if these juniors aren't back competing as individual competitors in two years time.

5. We encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to get out there and view all the fantastic sports action associated with the Arafura Games. Some of our members are participating in swimming and athletics events, good luck to those involved.

6. I'll get some photos from the weekend up on Flickr asap.

7. Media hound: The triathlon got good TV Coverage. There are also photos at: http://tools.ntnews.com.au/photo-gallery/photo_gallery_popup_preview.php?category_id=3811&offset=2; and see article attached.

8. Does anyone know who the swimmer is in the article? I was betting on Simon Weise but he wasn't in that wave.

9. And speaking of Simon. On behalf of DTC committee, he and Phill Hatty met with Darwin City Council late last week to discuss Lake Alexander issues. Our calendar for next season is currently being reviewed and the issues with water quality at Lake A will obviously impact there. The committee is also speaking to the Waterfront Corporation with a view to conducting additional events at that location.

10. News is out that Ironman China and the 70.3 have been reduced to a ride/run. I wonder what that means for ITU Worlds scheduled for Beijing?

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN ...

since Sunday you have been reviewing your performance and next Arafura Games Triathlon
...you don't just want to finish
...you don't just want to finish strong
...you want to finish & be on the podium!
...and you know that means the hard work has just begun.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News