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Well done to Paul Haxel who raced the Vitruvian at Rutland water this weekend. He finished in just over 5 hours, hopefully he will provide us with a detailed report of this popular race at a very nice venue for the site soon.
This Thursday at 7.00 p.m. we have Transition Training at Great Notley. This session is aimed at our new racers taking part in the Dunmow triathlon but may be of use for anyone wanting help with this important race craft. We will meet at the Tesco car park, where we meet for the Saturday bike. Bring with you: your bike, helmet, bike and run shoes and a number belt if you use one.
If you’re not racing at the Great Notley Duathlon on the 17th October then please do come and help out as we need marshals and volunteers to make the event work. Born2Tri races have an enviable reputation for quality and excellent organisation and you can help keep the reputation high by helping out. Please see Mark Harman to find out more and to register your help.
Good luck to all our racers next weekend, we have groups at Dunmow, Blackwater and a particular good luck to the team going to the ITU World Age Group Champs in Budapest, we look forward to hearing how you all got on. The event is being televised on BBC1 on Saturday afternoon so everyone can see the venue and course even if they will probably just show the elite racers.
Great Notley Duathlon: Race Instructions
For those of you lucky enough to have a place in our inaugural Great Notley duathlon on 17th October, the race instructions for the race are here.
If this is your first or even your fifty first race please read these instructions carefully and if you have any questions please use the contact form on our join us page.
Common things which crop up at most events and which the race referee will be looking for are:
1. Handlebar end plugs: you must ensure the ends of your handlebars are either covered with thick tape (duct tape etc.) or have bar end plugs firmly in place. Uncovered bar end plugs can inflict injury in the event of a tumble.
2. Helmets: when unracking your bike you must have your helmet on and securely fastened before you touch your bike. Similarly on the way back in your bike must be securely racked in the space you took it from, before you take your helmet off. If you have to re-rack your bike you must re-fasten your helmet, move your bike and only remove your helmet when your bike is securely back in the right place.
3. Mount/Dismount line: make sure you know where the mount/dismount line is and that you make sure you wheel your bike up to it to mount on the way out and dismount before you cross the line on the way back in. To do otherwise is dangerous.
If in doubt about any aspect of the rules the race referee or race director will be happy to help on the day. No race referee likes to give out penalties so if you equate yourself well with these instructions and attend the race briefing you should be OK.
North Norfolk Triathlon: 12th September 2010
If you want to take part in this unique and scenic race then there are still places available. Based in Wells next the Sea the start, transition area and finish will all be based on the quay side. The swim will be held in Wells Harbour, the bike course goes around the outskirts of the town then into Holkham Park with 3 laps passing the hall and lake and finally the run course follows the North Norfolk Coastal Path.
Our webmaster, Jonathan Davies, is the race referee for the day so why not keep him company and fly the flag for Born2Tri in the process. You can find more details at Entry Central.
News 21st August 2010: ABC Physiotherapy
ABC Physiotherapy: Active Balanced Care
Born2Tri member, Physiotherapist, Chartered Physiotherapist and member of the CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) since 2002, Helen Peacock at ABC Physiotherapy, is now offering members discounted treatment for sports injuries as well as many other injuries such as back pain, post fractures, work related strain injuries and other non-specific muscle, joint or ligament pain. You can book a session or find out more about Helen’s work here
Tour of Britain Hits Braintree!
On the 17th September 2010 the Tour of Britain professional cycle race, a bit like the Tour de France only with worse weather and roads, comes through Braintree. The race will come into the town on Bradford Street then go down South Street before turning left down Notley Road towards Witham. Full details are available on page 3 of this itinerary.
New Ironman Race Report: 23rd July 2010
Alan Reade competed in the European Ironman Championships in Frankfurt on the 4th July 2010 and finished in an impressive 11hr 49min and joins an ever increasing Born2Tri Hall of Ironman Fame. If you want a first hand view of what a major championship race is like at the long distance you can find Alan’s report here.
13th May 2010: Pure Tri Discount for Members
If you’re a Born2Tri member and you are looking to start the season with a new wetsuit, new bike or to replace some of your old summer kit, Pure Tri in Bishop’s Stortford is offering members an additional 5% discount on all shop purchases in addition to their already competitive prices and the 10% discount we already enjoy.
This for example gives £47.00 off a 2XU E:2 wetsuit or a massive £82 off the Felt Dispatch entry level race bike so please take your membership card with you and support this local specialist business.
Training Session Plans
Mark and Teresa have very kindly provided some run and swim training plans which you can find on our Facebook page. This group is only open to members and so if you’re a Born2Tri member you can find or join the page here.