July 2, 2009
TWC members celebrating birthdays this week:
[ Robert Eldred
[ Mike Rasmussen
[ Susan Weightman
IM Coeur d’Alene
Coeur d’Alene is a beautiful setting for an Ironman venue. It has a pristine lake, wooded hills and adequate accommodation. All three events are 2 loop courses. The swim is 2 loops with a short run in between on the beach. The water averages 17° C but can be colder.
The bike and the run pass by the finish line and transition area four times, so spectators are in for a great day. The bike course is more challenging than it initially would appear. It has a very hilly section of about 25 to 30 km about half way through the loop. Although the hills are not onerous, they do wear you down, especially on the second loop. The course is very technical, with lots of right angle turns. There are also people cheering you all along the bike course with bands, music and costumes. There was even a biker gang trying to give out beer!
The run is 2 loops with a short out and back, and a longer out and back. There is one hill at the turnaround on the longer out and back. The water stations are well spaced and did not run out of supplies (as most other IM do by the time I come by!)
This year, there were strong winds all day. The swim had 1 to 2 foot waves in close to shore and 2 to 3 foot waves at the turn buoys. The water was about 17° C. The wind strengthened throughout the day and was in your face on the way into town. It started to rain at the beginning of the run and continued throughout. The temperature was in the low 60’s on the bike and high 50’s on the run. The wind-chill was a much lower temperature on the run.
For myself, my swim was brutally slow, mainly due to waves and the 2200 other swimmers hitting me! Three people in my age group did not finish the swim.
My bike was slow also, partially due to an “extended” flat! However, I was the fastest in my Age Group on the run. I had my usual leisurely transition times (About 20 minutes total). However, I did finish 2nd in my age group. I didn’t feel bad, since the first guy was 35 minutes ahead of me and had qualified 4 out of the last 5 years for Hawaii. I also was 37 minutes ahead of the 3rd place finisher. All in all an okay day.
Bruce Regensburg
I think this is one of my favourite IM courses. The course is challenging but doable and the fan support is great. The aid stations are well equipped and volunteers helpful even during the pouring rain. I would recommend this race to anyone. Interestingly, I think there were only 2 people from Victoria in the race.
2009 Triathlon for Healing - July 5th
If you have some extra time on Sunday, this great local event could use your help. Contact Thalia at ToC@islandtriathlon.caor Kathy Davidson atkdavidsonpbi@shaw.ca
2009 HtO Open Water Swim for MS on July 26, 2009
Several TWC members will be taking part in this event. You can "Pledge a Participant" at the MS link. http://www.mssociety.ca/en/events/online-misc.htm
Detour: Galloping Goose Trail closed
Harbour Road between Tyee and Esquimalt Roads will be closed for construction from July 6th to August 14th.
Qualicum Triathlon
Congratulations to TWC members and family who took part in this year's Qualicum Triathlon. Put it on your sprint calendar for 2010.
[ Audrey Stibbe 1st in age!
[ Monique Lacerte Roth
[ Pat Brown
[ Francie Harle
[ Lehm Houston Maguire 2nd overall youth!
Hurricane Ridge July 18 bicycle trip(weather permitting)
Hurricane Ridgeis an amazing climb from sea level to alpine meadows (about 5200 ft in 32 km). There is anoptional hike is another 600 ft or so of elevation gain through alpine meadows (with possibly some snow and marmots) to Hurricane Hill. Please let me know if you are interested in this ride. We will leave early in the morning by the Coho ferry to Port Angeles, and return on an afternoon sailing. Contact kevin_c_taylor@yahoo.com.
TRI-BC membership and insurance
If you are training for the upcoming duathlon/triathlon season, now is the time to think about renewing your 2009 TRI-BC membership. TRI-BC membership includes insurance when you are training with TWC. Our coaches include Audrey Stibbe, Wayne Coulson, Phil McOrmond, Mike Walsh, Sean Cunningham, and Hillerie Denning. Membership also includes insurance when you are racing. You can renew online; the TWC password is 3852. Remember TWC members get a reduced membership fee.
TWC Cycling News
Saturday rides will continue, meeting at Francelli's Coffee Shop in the Royal Oak Shopping Centre at 9:00 am.
If anyone is interested in a ride on Saturday morning of about 2 hrs duration or 40 km please contact Rosemary at: rosehen@shaw.ca
The Wednesday evening group rides continue to leave at 6pm - also from Francelli's. It's generally a small group (3 or 4) and the route is up for negotiation each week. The two Waynes have been pleading to do the Munns Road route again though so be warned! Send me an email bwooff@telus.net if you're thinking of joining us and keep in mind that if it's raining I'm more likely to stay at home.
Maurice Robinson
TWC Cycling Coordinator
TWC BIKE BOXES
Remember TWC members have free use of the TWC bike boxes, but book early - they are popular. The bike boxes are being stored by Bill Walkerand Laura Leno. If you need a box, contact Laura Leno l.leno@telus.net
Something Really Different
Ken Bonner is looking for a support driver to follow him on the Gold Rush 1200 km Radonnee on July 2 to 12th in Davis, California.
Contact Ken at 250-598-4135 or kenbonner@telus.net
TWC Classifieds
As a service to TWC members, products or services that may be of benefit to the general membership may be advertised here. Items not sold must be renewed each week.
FOR SALE
Wetsuit, Ironman "Stealth", new in 2004. Men's sizesmall/medium (fits 160 to 170 cm, 64 to 75 kg). Good condition. $150 obo. Contact Kevin at kevin_c_taylor@yahoo.com
Mens Small Aquaman wetsuit - Top model from 2006. Excellent condition. New $600 – Offers? Hillerie hdenning@shaw.ca or 250-380-1173.
TWC Running Vests
All pre-orders for TWC vests have been filled and vests are now available for all. Great for cool morning/evening running.Bright colours. All sizes available. $70. Contact Karen karenvknott@shaw.ca
Lost and Found
Lost or found something that may belong to another TWC member? - advertise it here.
Something for Digest?
Have some news for TWC members? Send it to wabbit@shaw.ca by Wednesday at 6 p.m. for the next Digest. Items received late cannot be guaranteed to make it into that week’s edition.
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