March 26, 2009
TWC members celebrating birthdays this week:
[ Janet Hawkins
[ Fergus Mooney
[ Al Niezen
[ Greg Tonge
Bazan Bay 2010 race committee
Anyone interested in joining the 2010 Bazan Bay 5 km race committee?
Join the group at Breadstuffs Bakery 10 a.m. Sunday March 29th for a recap of this year's race & planning for next year's event.
Contact Dale at breadstuffs@shaw.ca
Island Race Series Carpooling
Anyone wishing to carpool to out of town races can meet at the Helmcken Road park-and-ride lot. All out of town races start at 11:00, so departure times are suggested so that arrival at the race is approximately 10:00 to allow time for a coffee along the way and a warm-up jog before the race. If you are planning to carpool to the race, and plan to leave at a different time, let wabbit know how many seats are available and I can post in the Digest if you are looking to fill a vehicle. Also, don’t forget www.pickuppal.com as another option.
[ April 5, Merville 15k - 07:00 departure
[ April 19, Sooke River 10k & Series Awards - 09:15 departure
Eau de Hell Week - Starts April 11th
Bike ride one or more of the 200, 300, 400, or 600K brevets in one week.
http://www.randonneurs.bc.ca/eau-de-hell-week.html
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
Unfortunately, I suffered a severe case of free-lance fatigue last week and my doctor has ordered an extended period of rest from writing rubbish in the TWC Digest. He also cautioned against my continued use of Metchosin'smulti-coloured mushrooms. Future reports will be brief and to the point. Twelve riders showed up last Saturday and from all accounts they had a good ride.
Saturday rides will continue, meeting at Francelli's Coffee Shop in the Royal Oak Shopping Centre at 9:00 am.
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. For April the bike boxes will be stored by Bill Walkerand Laura Leno. If you need a box in April, contact Laura Leno l.leno@telus.net
Victoria Populaire brevets - March 29
BC Randonneurs kicks off the season with the increasingly popular Victoria Populaire, on March 29!
[ Where: Beacon Hill Park (Bridge Way & Heywood)
[ When 10:00 AM (Registration starts at 9:00 a.m.)
This year Vancouver Island's spring event sports its very own pin, rather than the previous generic populaire pin. Be the first to earn one! Pre-registration ends next Monday, so you still have time to get your form in the mail. I will process all entries postmarked by Friday. http://www.randonneurs.bc.ca/victoria-populaire.html
Raymond Parker
Vancouver Island Route Coordinatorwww.veloweb.ca
Rock 'N' Run Bus Trip
To the Rock 'N' Roll Seattle Marathon and Half Marathon. 3 days and2 nights departing Friday, June 26th and returning Sunday, June 28th (Bus departing fromVictoria BC to the Duke Point ferry in Nanaimo. Passenger pick-up on route between Victoria &Ladysmith). Details regarding Rock 'N' Roll Seattle Marathon and Half here:http://www.rnrseattle.com/. Email or call Sheron at lacesup@shaw.ca or 250.748.8126
Clinics Galore
Spring Indoor Bike Training!
Team West Coast Members are invited to join the indoor bike training program at Commonwealth Place this winter. The program offers 1 session per week. This program is designed and coached by one of Victoria’s few Level 3 cycling coaches and is very popular with TWC members because of the considerable improvement realized in outdoor cycling, whether it be racing or recreational. This session also include an optional run after the ride. All abilities welcome. For more info, call 250-744-DOIT (3648).
[ April 2nd – June 18th, Thursdays, 6-7:15pm
To register http://recreation.saanich.ca/reconline/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=27046&From=fas or call Saanich Commonwealth Place at 250-475-7600
SwimFit
Are you interested in improving your swim times in a triathlon or just want to get some low impact exercise? If so, join SwimFit at the Commonwealth Pool. SwimFit is a regular program held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:15 am to 11:30 am. Its focus is stroke improvement and it is appropriate for Novice and Intermediate Triathletes and Swimmers. There are 2 or more on-deck coaches to help you improve your swim. So if you can swim 50 meters, then we can do the rest! The next session starts April 27th. For more info, call 250-744-DOIT (3648).
[ April 27th – June 17th, Mon and Wed, 10:15am-11:30am
To register http://recreation.saanich.ca/reconline/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=16379 or call Saanich Commonwealth Place at 250-475-7600
Day-Time Masters Swim
Looking for a great workout that isn’t too early or too late? Team West Coast members are invited to join the noon Masters Swim Program at Commonwealth Place, held Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon until 1 pm. All abilities are welcome and the program is based on a structured swim progression that includes stroke improvement and tips for swimming in the open water. Whether you are training for a triathlon, a Masters Swim meet, or just for fitness, this program is for you. Designed and led by experienced coaches. For more info, call 744–DOIT (3648).
[ March 30th – June 19th, Mon, Wed, and Fri, 12-1:00pm
To register http://recreation.saanich.ca/reconline/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=42138 or call Saanich Commonwealth Place at 250-475-7600
LEVEL 1 Officials Clinic
Date: May 16, 2009
Time: 9:30am - 1:30pm
Location: Victoria, Howard Johnston Hotel, Room #319, (4670 Elk Lake Dr.)
Triathlon BC is hosting a FREE Level I Officials Clinic on Saturday, May 16th. For more information, or to register, please email Triathlon BC at info@tribc.org.
Clinic Topics Include:
- Who is Triathlon BC and what role does it play in sanctioning and officiating of races (What gives you the right to penalize me?).
- The fundamental rules of the sport of triathlon (What do you mean I’m too close to the person in front of me?)
- How to interpret the rules (How was I supposed to know that?)
- Prerequisites
- A good sense of judgment and fair play
- A desire to learn
- A willingness to give until it hurts!
This course, while prerequisite to becoming an official, is also a good introduction to the rules of the sport for both new participants, and a refresher for those who have been racing for years. Please note, all Officials must be current members of Triathlon BC when officiating.
John Botelho, Events Manager
Subaru West Coast Triathlon Series
john@triseries.ca www.triseries.ca
Vancouver Weekend Clinics
Sea Hiker is now offering one-day clinics for people new to efficient swimming strategies and also for those who have taken Total Immersion or Sea Hiker instruction in the past. The current clinics are scheduled for March 21 and March 22. Click here for detailed descriptions and to register. Upcoming clinics:
[ Vancouver, April 18 and 19, 2009
[ Vancouver, May 23 and 24, 2009
Summer Preview - Sea Hiker Open Water Clinics
Sea Hiker is pleased to announce that in conjunction with workshops and clinics, we'll be offering open water clinics, starting spring 2009. Our real passion is in open water swimming and we would like to share that with you. We're already in the water getting things ready to offer you the best instruction. We’ll be inviting you to join us starting in early May. Look for full details in our next newsletter about weekend clinics and workshops around the province and our open water offerings.
Bring a Sea Hiker workshop to your community
If you have wanted a freestyle workshop in your town or city and have a group of friends (swimmers or triathletes) who would like to take it, we can make it happen. We are now taking invitations for summer and fall workshops. Swimming or triathlon club discounts are also available. Email me at info@seahiker.com for more information.
Looking for the perfect wetsuit?
When selecting a wetsuit for triathlon or open water swimming, it is important that you choose a suit that will fit your body well and keep you warm. I highly recommend Tri Geeks Multi-sport. Contact Tanya Williams at Tri Geeks. She can arrange a weekend suit fitting in the pool, giving you the chance to actually test a suit while swimming and ensure the best value for your money. Visit Tri Geeks at www.trigeeks.ca. Happy Swimming
Peter Scott
Head Instructor
Sea Hiker Adventures
604-873-5281
Total Immersion Senior Coach
Total Immersion, Inc.
YWCA Vancouver Personal Trainer – Aquatics
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.
Rider's Bonanza Sale this Weekend
Friday to Sunday @ Rider's on Cloverdale. Great deals on 2008 bikes, clothing and apparel. 25% off winter clothing. Discounts on ALL accessories. Support our sponsor.
FOR SALE
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 Waynewaynecoulson@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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