Mark Jarvis has posted this for those of us who can’t get enough of the Tour.

“SBS TDF site is very good, but wanted something with stage details including starting and finishing towns, distance, time trial indicator, stage profiles (so you can see where all the climbs are!), and TV timetable for live broadcasts and highlight programs all in one place. Here it is .. happy to share!”

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Well what a weekend. Matt Wolski(aka Wolski) And Ang his better half hahah traveled to down town boohna on staz arvo ready for a fun weekend. We pulled into the camping grounds and set up camp. Went and registered and back to camp. We started of with a few drinks just to calm the nerves. Showers to be had with nice hot water mmmm. Angle had prepaired a lovely dinner for us. I had my laptop there and was able to get T/V reception so the footy was a goa for the night. We were joined by Phil for a few hours.A few of you kow who he is. Well getting cold so time for bed. Upon waking at a reasonable hour MTB races know when to start we have a hearty breaky and of to the race start.

Of with the race we go and wel we knew the course was hilly but man not what we expected. Hill after hill after hill and when there was a flat section it was into a big headwind. After speaking to a local I was informed that they havent had a breath of wind all week, so just our luck. Then we hit the WALL not me but thats what the hill is called and well it lives up to its name it just keeps going and going. Lots of people walking but me just keep tapping it out all the way to the top but the legs where are they man think i lost them somewhere down the hill.

Think we are ofer the hills but nope more out there. Atleast we are on the homeward stretch. Finally see the finish line what a good sight. I finish and grab a Kit Kat nice finish food. Time to relax. Sit and await the arrival of Matt or Phill. 45min later There is Phill and we both agree man what a course. 15min after that Wolski comes in happy to be finished. Abit of a chat and we bth agree next year lots more hill work required for this race but happy to be overwith. Wazza you would love the course with hills everywhere hahahahaha.

Back to camp and pack up warm showers the go. But i have the thing to top the day of. Ice cold ICE BREAKS for us man that hit the spot.

Well thats that race Great race very little single track lots of fire tracks and road sections so a good race for your calander next year.

Daggy

Hi folks,

Wonderful Sue Kearns (who is the author of the attached happy snaps) has posted your photos from both the Tour de Tri and your graduation race on the web. These can be viewed by following the links below. Ironman Port Macquaire snaps are also posted. Enjoy.
Links are:-

http://picasaweb.google.com/suek2468/SouthernStars?feat=directlink
http://picasaweb.google.com/suek2468/SouthernStarsTri?feat=directlink
http://picasaweb.google.com/suek2468/PortMacquarieIronman2009?feat=directlink

Many thanks for your work, Sue. Really appreciated.

Check out the updated Event Calendar! Bribie triathlon race series dates have been released and included. The Bridge to Brisbane run and the Brissie to the Bay ride dates are posted. These two events in particular are great group activities for all club members (and your families) and your participation is encouraged. If you have any events that you are interested in or want us to know about, please let me know.

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Well time for another post from me. Well the weekend of the 27/28 next weekend Myself and Matt Wolski who most of you know will be racing at Insominia a 24hr mountain bike race out at Kallanga starting doing a solo effort by the both of us.Starting at midday saturday and finishing at midday sunday. The week after is a bling dayout they call it out at Peppers hidden vally a property there is turning the cattle land into a MTB park mixing with the cattle well worth it.

After that is the noosa enduro 100k on the MTB fun but not sure if I will be doing that.But after that there will prob be the 3plus3 event at Hiddenvale on the weekend of the 25th and 26th of july. 3hours on saturday camp the night and do another 3hours on sunday just to spice things up a bit.

August the 1st and seccond brings us to the weekend warrior mtb festival at Cungera which is a full weekend of fun covering all MTb racing of all sorts. Fun for the weekend.For me it will be the 4hr enduro on sunday which will be a great look on the track for the 24hr at the same track later in the year. The 22 and 23rd bring us to the EPIC which is a 110klm mtb enduro but for thoes of us who are a bit bent and sick (like me) will be going the megga epic which is 50k on the saturday followed by the 110k on sunday so sore legs to be had there.

Well think thats enough for now. Imbetween that I will be out with the rest of you haveing the normal rides and runs with the occ swim thrown in just for fun. Look forward to seeing you all soon.

Daggy

Well i would like to say well done to all the not so newbies for completing the course and there graduation race. I havnt been around much working stupid hours at work but will promise to be around more soon. Once again well done to all a great effort. Will look forward to training with you all soon.

Daggy

MON 15/6
AM Cycle Meet ANZ Stadium 05.30  Hill reps
PM Rest

TUE 16/6
AM Cycle Meet Wazza’s place (138 Turton Street Sunnybank ) 5.30 am…90 min ride @ easy pace
PM Swim….Runcorn 05.45 session starts 6.00 pm

WED 17/6
AM Run (60-90mins) Trails 05.30am Meet ANZ
PM Rest

THUR 18/6
AM Cycle Murrarie 05.45am  Run off bike 1 lap easy
PM Swim Runcorn 05,45..for 6.00pm

FRI 19/6
AM Cycle  05.30 am meet at top of Mt Gravatt lookout…hill reps
PM Rest

SAT 20/6
AM 05.30 am Run easy pace 60-90 mins  Meet Simpsons Playground Tennyson 
PM rest

SUN 21/6
AM 05.30 Meet Runcorn Pool, Cycle 2 hrs Run off bike 30-45 mins, Swim Recovery

Ride will be easy/steady pace, Run @ medium pace.  All welcome

Well done to everyone who competed in the Westpac Tour De Tri event at Kawana on Saturday and Sunday!

Firstly, our Coach, who certainly leads by example. What a massive effort - starting at 1pm on Saturday, he was still racing at midnight (in the pouring rain), out again to squeeze in a round before driving all the way to Brisbane to work for several hours, then returned to the course and completed yet another lap before taking a well deserved break.

Mark (aka Bubbles) started with the girls on Saturday morning without necessary shoulder action to swim or the luxury of team mates to hand over to. Mark raced continously for the 6 hrs, no breaks at all (’cause we can’t count the one swig of burbon and cola). Thanks for the smiles and support out there, Bubbles and well done on your race.

Jacqui and Gen teamed up and proved to be the winning combination on the day. Jacqui was into the race with great attitude and determination and absolutely nailed the course. Gen, cheered on by her husband and son, made them proud with her effort. These girls raced their team to 7 full laps of the course and achieved more than they thought could.
Tara and Pauline worked fantastically well together and both dug really deep to obtain a fantastic result for their team. Tara swam and rode with ease and ran with determination. Pauline masterfully managed the pool and was back in her comfort zones for bike and run. Their team managed 6 full laps.

Beginners no more, girls! Absolutely awesome effort, you earnt some serious bragging rights and it’s only onwards and upwards from here.

I would also like to say well done to Marcel (hope you’re checking the site, Marcel!) Endurance events are recognised as being 70% mental and 30% physical. Girlfriend, you absolutely rock! You are an inspiration indeed and did yourself proud. Awesome job!

Hi,

It’s only the beginning of winter and the new triathlon season is about to arrive with a huge range and an exciting choice of events to enter.
There are sprint and olympic distance as well as longer course races coming up as early as August. (which is still winter actually!!) I’ve also included the off road races which sound fantastic.

Choosing your races, making the commitment and paying your entry fees gives winter training a focus and purpose. You should discuss your races (along with your desired goals for each race) with your coach to ensure training meets your needs and goals. Planned preparation and training makes for successful outcomes at races.

So check out the list. The Bribie Tri Series dates haven’t been released yet and as such aren’t included. This series has 4 sprint races on beautiful Bribie Island. I’ll put the dates up as soon as I can. I’ll put up the dates for races in 2010 soon as well.
Also, for those interested in Noosa (which is held on the 1st November 2009) - either as individual competitors or team competitors - the race is already 70% full and will fill within the next couple of weeks. Therefore, entry needs to be completed immediately if you want a spot.
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If you have any questions about any races, etc, please ask.
Regards
Sue

Good luck to all athletes heading to the start line for the Tour de Tri event in Kawana this weekend. Judging by the training being done, everyone is going to cope easily with the event and do well. Plan a race strategy, working with your personal strengths and weakness and on the day - RACE YOUR PLAN! Don’t get swept up in the event or by the other competitors.

Please make sure you check the website and read all relevant information regarding registration, race briefing, transition closing times and race start times. Allow plenty of time to be ready and as prepared as possible. Rushing means things are forgotten and unneccessary mistakes are made.

We will have a gear tent, shade tent, tables and our own team support (I think Princey’s up for it - wonderful guy that he is!) for the event so there will be a safe place to leave things and a communal place for family and friends to be.

All the best of luck. Make sure you give me hugs, smiles and loads of encouragement as you sail pass me on the course.

Cheers
Sue