Robyn's E News 28 Oct 09

Hi All,

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


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

RESULTS:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Male: Richie Cunningham 3.48.55 Female: Joanna Zeiger 4.14.53

NEXT EVENTS:

JUNIORS:

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

SENIORS:

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

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

TRIATHLON NT UPDATE:

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

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

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

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

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

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

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

4. Items for next E News by Sunday 8pm

OTHER NEWS:

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

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

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

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

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

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


Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

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Robyn's E News 19 Oct 09

Hi All,

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

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

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


NEXT EVENT:

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

5km run, 20km bike, 2.5km run

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

Note:

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

TRIATHLON NT AGM:

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

TRIATHLON: POSITIONS VACANT:

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

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

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

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

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

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

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

4. Items for next E News by Sunday 8pm


OTHER NEWS:

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

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

Road race results are not yet available.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


Cheers,
Robyn


Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News

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