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New "On the Road" DVD - Louisville, KY Training Ride

2010-03-08T17:30:34Z

Here is a new product for those triathletes looking for a way to preview and train for the Ironman Louisville bike course without having to travel there. Do it from the comfort of your own home with this new DVD from Troy Jacobson. From the Spinervals "On The Road" virtual reality series comes On The Road - Volume 5: Louisville Training Ride (MSRP: $34.95).

The newest addition to the "On The Road" virtual reality cycling series is approximately 3 hours and covers one loop the Ironman Louisville bike course. Filmed in a 'Virtual Reality' format, you'll feel like you're actually riding with Coach Troy, on his wheel, as you see the scenery whisk by. You'll get a virtual perspective of this challenging course as Coach Troy and riders from The Training Studio complete a full loop (just over 60 miles). Coach Troy will offer helpful riding and racing tips while you watch the video, giving you advice on gearing and intensity to mimic the road conditions. You'll get a great perspective of what to expect on race day as well as a great aerobic endurance workout all from the comfort of your home.

Visit www.spinervals.com to order your copy of this new DVD from Coach Troy Jacobson.

]]> Enjoy the Kentucky countryside as you experience the course "first hand" with this aerobic endurance workout even if you're not doing the race.

• Duration: nearly 3 hours
• Difficulty level: 9.3
• DVD Format: all regions

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• New Lake Placid Training Ride DVD from Coach Troy Jacobson

Brown & Lawn Rule Ironman New Zealand Again!

2010-03-06T03:45:16Z

It was an amazing Ironman day in Taupo as the King & Queen of Ironman New Zealand do it AGAIN! Historic day as Cameron Brown wins his 9th Ironman New Zealand title. No one has ever won 9 titles at the same Ironman event (2009, 2008, 2007, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001). It was just as eventful on the women's side as Joanna Lawn wins her 7th Ironman New Zealand title and sets a new course record. An amazing feat in itself but just short of historic (2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003) since Paula Newby-Fraser is an 8-time Ironman World Champion.

K-Swiss team member Terenzo Bozzone who was in the lead during the bike and took an early lead on the run finishes in second place for the second year in a row.

Lawn comes back strong after losing her title last year last year to Gina Ferguson who now goes by Crawford after her marriage. Crawford held strong in the late stages of the run against a charging Kim Loeffler to finish in second place today.

2010 Ironman New Zealand Results:

Men		Women
1 - Cameron Brown	8:21:52	1 - Joanna Lawn	9:14:35*
2 - Terenzo Bozzone	8:30:00	2 - Gina Crawford	9:28:26
3 - Kieran Doe	8:34:16	3 - Kim Loeffler	9:30:57
4 - Keegan Williams	8:40:11	4 - Sarah Pollett	9:45:44
5 - James Bowstead	9:02:46	5 - Nicole Ward	9:51:05
* = New Course Record

Ironman New Zealand was established in 1985 and is the oldest official Ironman qualifier race for the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii.

]]> You can see 2010 Ironman New Zealand race coverage, pictures and results here: ironman.com/coverage/?race=newzealand&year=2010

Additional Race Coverage:
- Brown and Lawn break records in Taupo [via Slowtwitch]

Related Posts:
• Ironman Malaysia, Granger Three-peats, Vanhoenacker Wins

Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Expands

2010-03-06T01:00:51Z

CHANHASSEN, Minn. (March 5, 2010) - Life Time Fitness, Inc. today announced the 2010 Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup schedule. The internationally renowned Series, which is made up of several of the most prominent international-distance triathlon events in the U.S., expands in 2010 to include the Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon.

• Philadelphia Triathlon - June 27
• Life Time Fitness Triathlon - July 10 (Minneapolis)
• Nautica New York City Triathlon - July 18
• Chicago Triathlon - August 29
• Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Triathlon - October 3
• Toyota U.S. Open Triathlon - October 10 (Dallas)

"With the launch of the Life Time Fitness Triathlon in 2002, we made the commitment to make a significant investment in the growth and awareness of this healthy-way-of-life sport," said Dave Campbell, vice president, Life Time Fitness Athletic Events. "This commitment has evolved with the creation of the Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup in 2008 and now, the addition of the PHLYTRI to our stellar race schedule. With the tremendous support provided by Toyota and our other partners, we are thrilled to once again deliver a world-class series of international-distance triathlons."

"The Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon is thrilled to be a part of the 2010 Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup," said Richard Adler, CEO, Philadelphia Triathlon, LLC. "Since its founding in 2005, the PHLYTRI has become one of the top international-distance races in the country. Joining the Series will raise our profile among the world's best triathletes who will experience our scenic and challenging course, while adding another level of excitement for the thousands of participants and spectators during race weekend. We're also very excited to kick off the 2010 Life Time Fitness Race to the Toyota Cup."

In 2010, the Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup Prize Purse will total of $421,000 for the Professional Division, which includes $353,000 in individual race purses plus a $68,000 Series Bonus. The top six Professional women and men (three in each division) will receive a Series Bonus payout, in addition to any individual race awards, based upon the 2010 Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup Point System. Additionally, the top female and male Professionals will be awarded the coveted Toyota Cup.

]]> In order to be eligible for the Series Bonus and Toyota Cup, Professional triathletes must start at least four of the six Series events, one of which must include the Toyota U.S. Open Triathlon Championship in Dallas.

"We are delighted to continue to be a part of the Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup," said Keith Dahl, National Marketing Manager for Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. "The sport of triathlon continues to realize positive grow and along with it, the Series, which originally launched with four events and has since added the Toyota U.S. Open and the PHLYTRI. As with past years, we look forward to the 2010 Race to the Toyota Cup's showcase of this incredible sport and the Professional and Amateur athletes who bring it to life."

As the 2010 Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup progresses, participant results and current point standings will be made available at racetothetoyotacup.com, the official Web site of the Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup.

Life Time Fitness also announced the addition of Champion System as the Official Custom Technical Apparel Partner to the Series. Champion System will produce custom apparel for the five individual events.

"We are thrilled about our partnership with the Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup," said Scott Kaylin, Champion System - Co Founder. "Strategically, this world-class Series falls directly in line with our direction in the sport. When we started Champion System, we were determined to create a company that would take an entirely new approach to custom team wear. We've combined our strong 20+ year knowledge of the apparel business with our love of sports to offer individual athletes, teams and organizations the best possible products and service available."

Being part of the 2010 Timex Multisport Team

2010-03-05T21:30:31Z

The Timex Multisport Team, now in its ninth year, brings together athletes from around the globe, both professional and amateur. The team is comprised of athletes from the U.S.A., Australia, India, Ukraine, Mexico, Czech Republic, Estonia, Canada and the United Kingdom. They serve as brand ambassadors for Timex and associated sponsors at hundreds of events around the world.

The 2010 team boasts such well known names as 2007 Ironman USA Champion Alex McDonald, Clearwater age group champion, Chris Thomas; USAT Collegiate Champion, Jessica Broderick and 2009 Ironman Florida Champion, Kiril Kotsegharov. But the true strength of the team is in its breadth of demographics. Ranging from ages 18 to 57, athletes from over a dozen countries and an excellent split of females and males, the diversity of the group is far reaching. One common reference point for each of the 50 athletes, however, is their passion for the sport of triathlon, and their willingness to share their spirit and enthusiasm for the sport.

The team recently gathered together at the Timex Performance Center (TPC) in East Rutherford, NJ for a camp. The TPC is the name of the facility brought forth by a unique partnership with the New York Giants in 2009. The facility enables both brands the opportunity to collaborate on training solutions for athletes of all levels that participate in various sports across the world.

"The fundamental A-plus of our relationship is how to train better, and bring new technology to the marketplace," said Timex President Adam Gurian.

Team members were introduced to players and members of the NY Giants medical staff along with other professionals that work hard to keep the TIMEX Multisport Team in tip-top shape. The camp afforded each athlete the opportunity to glean in-depth knowledge about his or her key individual performance indicators, and collaborate with a team of medical and coaching experts on training plans for the 2010 season. The activities included biomechanical testing analysis, VO2 Max testing by Targetraining of Westport, CT, and MELT Method training, under the direction of a collaborative team of sports medicine and training experts led by New York Giants VP of Medical Services Ronnie Barnes and Polly de Mille of the Hospital for Special Surgery.

]]> TIMEX Multisport Team member Alex McDonald, MD, a professional triathlete and medical doctor from Durham, NC, participated in the unique role - as both a participating athlete and member of the medical counsel led by Barnes.

Time was also spent learning about Timex' newest products - most notably, the TIMEX Global Trainer watch, due out later this summer and other products. The new fully loaded GPS unit was designed with great input from the team and the athletes who used initial test units. The watch unit will include an accessory kit for the bike, so that cadence can also be monitored on the wrist.

The TIMEX Multisport Team will be at many Ironman events this season, as well as area clinics across the U.S. To learn more about the TIMEX Multisport Team, its athletes and their adventures, visit teamtimex.timexblogs.com.

Trismarter.com Eat2Win $100 Off Promotion

2010-03-05T20:40:32Z

In the spirit of National Nutrition Month and Registered Dietitian Day (March 10, 2010), Trismarter.com is excited to offer $100 OFF any of their Eat2Win Sports Nutrition Services.

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]]> Take a look at the Trismarter.com Sports Nutrition Team and contact them today for more information or to find out which service is right for you. Mention "$100 OFF" to take advantage of this special offer!

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Tifosi Fototec Sunglasses Reviewed

2010-03-05T15:50:53Z

Are you the kind of person who has multiple colors of sunglass lenses lying around? A pair in the car, in the kitchen drawer, and, hopefully, a pair right next to your workout gear. If this is the case, Tifosi's Fototec sunglasses might be a way for you to get simplified. Read on to find out.

Instead of changes lenses with every change in weather, Tifosi's Fototec line of sunglasses are equipped with Variable Tint Technology, darkening your lenses when in contact with UV rays. The lenses darken in roughly 12 seconds, and return to their original color in two minutes, making these glasses perfect suitable for early morning workouts when the sun will be glaring in your eyes in no time. Tifosi's V.V.T. technology makes swapping lenses a thing of the past.

The lenses come in a variety of colors based on your outdoor needs; a couple good choices for runners and cyclist are The Light Night Fototec lenses and the High Speed Red Forotec lenses. The Light Night lenses offer the widest V.T.T range of 85% - 19.5% light Transmission. Light Night shifts from a clear base tint to a smoke tint making it ideal choice for the enthusiast seeking a highly versatile lens. The High Speed red color is great option for cycling, since it was developed with input from road cyclist and auto racing sponsorships, it provides 35% to 12% light transmission with a color filter tailored for pavement use.

Tifosi Product Features Include
• Hydrophilic Rubber Nose Pieces & Adjustable Temples
• Stay Fit Ear Pad
• Lifetime Warranty
• Polycarbonate Decentered Lens for Optical Clarity
• Glare Guard™ Glare Reducer to Decrease Eye Fatigue
• 100% UVA & UVB Protection
• All Tifosi Eyewear includes a case & microfiber cleaning bag

]]> Seems like the cat's out of the bag, according to Leisure Trends, the leader in specialty retail market intelligence and market research, Tifosi was the number one brand in the Run Specialty Sunglasses category in both dollars and units sold in 2009.

The Tifosi Fototec sunglasses line are a great solution for all athletes that will be outside for long periods of time and can not deal with the hassle of changing lenses. That's not all, they also make great sunglasses for triathletes as the venting technology keeps you fog free and cool. The nose and ear pieces have hydrophilic rubber and are designed to increase grip when you start to sweat. So if you're looking for a pair of sports sunglasses that fit your active lifestyle, look no further, as Tifosi's Fototec will save you tons of time digging around the house finding the right lenses.

Pictured sunglasses: Tifosi Tyrant High Speed Red Fototec Sunglasses

Author: Maikel van de Mortel, Co-Founder & Owner ThreeTriathlon.com, Avid triathlete and Ironman finisher

Three Triathlon is committed to bringing you stylish triathlon clothing at affordable prices. We believe that when you look good, you race great! At Three Triathon we are all passionate triathletes and we love all triathletes from newbies to Ironmaners. Race Hard. Look Good.

IronKids Triathlon Series Expands to 12 Events in 2010

2010-03-05T04:05:36Z

March 4, 2010 (Tampa, Fla.) -- Today, World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), owners and operators of the IronKids brand, announces the 2010 IronKids National Triathlon Series schedule and opening of event registration. IronKids, which targets youth ranging from 6 to 15 years of age, aims to inspire and motivate youth through sport to lead an active, positive and healthy lifestyle. Participants compete in age-appropriate distances with an emphasis on fun and safety. Now in its second year, the youth triathlon series will return to the 2009 host communities while adding several new locations to its roster.

"WTC is committed to youth fitness in the U.S. and abroad and providing a unique platform that allows children to embrace physical activity,"said Ben Fertic, president and CEO of WTC. "IronKids is working to further develop the sport of triathlon while motivating families to improve their well being through exercise."

In addition to the race, the series offers an interactive weekend experience for the entire family. Each event will see the IronKids Expo, featuring product sampling, retail booths and activities as well as youth triathlon and nutrition clinics. The triathlon clinics, lead by USAT-certified coaches and designed to teach the basics of triathlon, will take place approximately two weeks prior to each race, with a second clinic being held the day before each event. Select races will also host IronFlix, a children's mini-film festival showcasing features and shorts that embody the IronKids' mission.

The 2010 series will kickoff May 15 in Orlando, Fla., at Walt Disney World's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds. The complete race schedule is as follows:

]]> 2010 IronKids National Triathlon Series

• May 15 IronKids Orlando, Fla.
• May 23 IronKids San Diego, Calif.
• June 13 IronKids Round Rock, Texas
• June 27 IronKids Raleigh, N.C.
• July 11 IronKids Avon, Colo.
• July 25 IronKids Carmel, Ind.
• Aug. 7 IronKids Boulder, Colo.
• Aug. 22 IronKids Oklahoma City, Okla.
• Aug. 29 IronKids Seattle, Wash.
• Sept. 12 IronKids Alpharetta, Ga.
• Oct. 2 IronKids St. Petersburg, Fla.
• Oct. 3 IronKids National Championship -- St. Petersburg, Fla.

Participants in the 2010 series will have the opportunity to support IronKids' two official charity partners:

* The Iron Andy Foundation's "Iron Andy Challenge"(IAC) awards camp scholarships to children with diabetes who complete a set of criteria: embracing physical fitness challenges; giving back to the diabetes community by participating/fundraising for diabetes education and awareness; and serving as a diabetes advocate and role model.

* "Team Winter"was founded by 11-year-old triathlete Winter Vinecki as a way to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer, the disease that claimed her father's life. Vinecki, who aims to encourage children to be active, will serve as an IronKids ambassador and hopes to inspire other participants to support and race for a cause close to their heart.

"We strive to support health initiatives as well as organizations that give back to youth programs,"said Michelle Payette, director of IronKids. "The goals of both of our charity partners complement the mission statement of IronKids, as their purpose is to have a positive impact on children's lives through sports."

To register for and learn more about the 2010 IronKids National Triathlon Series, visit IronKids.com.

ABOUT IRONKIDS
World Triathlon Corporation acquired IronKids in 2007 from the Sara Lee Corporation that owned the event series since 1985. IronKids' events have seen more than 40,000 participants in its history. In its inaugural year, the IronKids National Triathlon Series hosted nine races, including a National Championship event in Tucson, Ariz., for youth ranging from 6 to 15 years of age. This year, the series will see growth domestically as well as globally, with international licensed events taking place throughout Europe and Asia-Pacific. National partners K-Swiss, Aqua Sphere and Timex support the IronKids brand, which includes triathlon events and licensed products.

New Triathlon Training Series DVD Set Released

2010-03-04T23:15:16Z

USA Triathlon, Endurance Films Release DVD Training Series

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO -- USA Triathlon and the top American multisport coaches and athletes have teamed up to create the first-ever training series presented officially by triathlon's national governing body - "USA Triathlon Training Series." Produced by Endurance Films, the dynamic and comprehensive five-DVD set covers every facet of one of the world's fastest growing sports with the hopes of taking all triathletes to the next level.

Filmed last summer in Colorado Springs and Boulder, Colo., each video in the series tackles a different aspect of triathlon - from getting started in the sport to specific tactics and techniques for swim, bike, run and strength training.

Guiding the viewer through the series is a hand-picked group of coaches and athletes who represent the best of American triathlon talent. This all-star cast of Olympic and national team coaches and athletes will help beginner triathletes excel in the sport.

These videos offer unprecedented, face-to-face instruction from the coaches that mentor top U.S. athletes on a daily basis, bringing the viewer the most current training information from the best in the business.

"Triathletes of all levels will benefit greatly from the same coaching tips and training techniques that help prepare our elite athletes for the world's most prestigious races," said USAT Sport Performance Director Scott Schnitzspahn. "For the first time, USAT has developed a training series that can help all athletes reach untapped potential in both training and racing."

]]> Ironman legend Mark Allen kicks off the series by outlining the fundamentals of triathlon - from choosing a race to equipment to training programs - in the first disc. Disc Two features USA Triathlon resident program swim coach Mike Doane and Olympian Andy Potts demonstrating proper swim technique, drills, open water swimming strategies and more.

From the swim, coach Tim Sheeper tackles the bike with a discussion of the fundamentals of road cycling in Disc Three, and premier Olympic and international running coach Bobby McGee breaks down the mechanics of running to help athletes gain an immediate technical advantage in Disc Four.

The fifth and final disc features elite coach and trainer Bob Seehohar, as he reveals cutting-edge, safe and effective strength and flexibility methods designed to enhance triathlon performance.

"One of the challenges in coaching or participating competitively in triathlon is a unified understanding of each sport as it pertains to the whole," said McGee, who has assisted athletes in each Olympic Games since 1988. "Individual strengths and weaknesses are often subjectively assessed and may cloud how best to optimize your potential. We all understand some part of the sport better than another, and this USAT DVD series represents an exceptionally complete overview of what it takes to achieve success in the sport of triathlon.

"For my part I have focused on running as a skill to be mastered, rather than simply training the physiology. This series will help you be a swimmer, biker and runner, respectively, rather than a triathlete who has an excuse to be mediocre at all three disciplines."

In addition to the featured coaching greats, elite triathletes appearing in the series include several U.S. National Team members, such as Olympians Sarah Haskins and Andy Potts, as well as Matt Chrabot and Sarah Groff.

The five-DVD set is available for purchase online today for $129 at http://www.usatriathlontraining.com/.

About USA Triathlon
USA Triathlon is proud to serve as the national governing body for triathlon - one of the fastest growing sports in the world - as well as duathlon, aquathlon and winter triathlon in the United States. USAT sanctions 3,100 races and connects with nearly 130,000 members each year, making it the largest multisport organization in the world. In addition to its work with athletes, coaches, and race directors on the grassroots level, USAT provides leadership and support to elite athletes competing at international events, including World Championships, Pan American Games and the Olympic Games.

About Endurance Films
Endurance Films is a full-service digital video production company focusing on the production and worldwide distribution of endurance and extreme sports video entertainment. After the debut of its inaugural feature project documenting the formation of the 2000 U.S. Olympic Triathlon Team, Endurance Films fast became recognized as the leading producer of sports instructional and training videos specifically catering to the multisport market. With partnerships spanning from professional athletes and coaches to experts in sports science and medicine, Endurance Films brings a wide range of experience and knowledge to the process of sports video production.

Beach2Battleship, 5th Best Iron Distance Event in the World

2010-03-04T21:20:02Z

North Carolina Iron Distance Triathlon Ranked Among the Best in the World

Wilmington, N.C. -- Beach2Battleship Iron Distance Triathlon has been ranked fifth on a list of Best Distance Races in the World, according to the March issue of Triathlete magazine. The Wilmington, North Carolina race is one of two American races listed among the top 10, with the Ford Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii sitting at the top of the list.

"We are amazed and proud that after only two years our Beach2Battleship Triathlon has been ranked among the top in the World," said Dick Jones, executive director, YMCA. "It's a tribute to everyone involved in putting the event together - the Wilmington Family YMCA, the event committee, our 800 volunteers and of course, the athletes."

This year will mark the 3rd annual event, which takes place on November 13, 2010 starting in Wrightsville Beach and ending at the USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial in Wilmington. Over 5,000 spectators are expected to attend the race, bringing a total $3 million to the Cape Fear region. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Wilmington Family YMCA.

Beach2Battleship, named among the top 100 triathlons in the world by Triathlete magazine in 2009, is one of 15 iron distance triathlons in the U.S. The Iron Distance Triathlon includes a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run, and offers a half triathlon course as well. Nearly 2,000 participants from over 40 states and a dozen nations compete in the event, which is produced by Set Up Events. For more information on Beach2Battleship, visit www.beach2battleship.com.

]]> Set Up Events, the nation's largest producer of triathlons, is a full-service production, registration and timing company for participatory sports triathlon and running events. In 2010 Set Up will produce over 90 triathlons in seven states with over 40,000 registrations. For more information about Set Up Events, visit www.setupevents.com.

2010 Nautica South Beach Triathlon SOLD OUT

2010-03-04T21:00:54Z

The 3rd Annual Nautica South Beach Triathlon set to take place on April 11th, 2010 on Miami's South Beach is now SOLD OUT! All of the registered athletes are currently training to get ready to conquer this year's Classic distance or the new Olympic distance triathlon event. They will be joined by professional and/or celebrity athletes to help raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Last year's event raised $137,500 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital!

Chris McCormack, the 2007 Ironman World Champion, will be returning to South Beach! Macca, who competed in the first ever Nautica South Beach Triathlon in 2008, is back with a purpose in 2010:

"To be back racing in Miami again will be a real buzz. Whenever I get the opportunity to support MESP and the wonderful triathlon events they put on around the USA, I seize them. I competed in Miami 2 years ago and fell short of the win. I am looking forward to returning to South Beach to try and capture my first title on this course. I look forward to meeting everyone and racing in one of the most picturesque events on the USA Triathlon Racing Calander, and as with all MESP events for a great cause." - Chris McCormack

Triathlon: Nautica South Beach Triathlon
When: Sunday, April 11, 2010 @ 7:15 AM
Where: 5th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida, USA
Website: www.southbeachtri.com

The Nautica South Beach Triathlon added an Olympic distance race for 2010. Participants will tackle either a half-mile ocean swim, 19-mile bike course and a 4-mile run for the Classic distance race or a 1.5km ocean swim, 40km bike course and a 10km run course for the Olympic Distance event. Competitors will gather on South Beach before dawn and rush into the Atlantic for an invigorating ocean swim, then take on a bike course over Miami Beach's causeways with scenic views of the Intracoastal Waterway, downtown Miami and Miami Beach, and conclude with a run alongside Miami Beach's Art Deco District with a grand finish on the white sands of South Beach.

]]> Past participants include Anna Kournikova, "The Bachelor's" Andy Baldwin, "Shark's" Sam Page, "Dancing with the Star's" Cristian de la Fuente, Olympic swimmer Dara Torres, Six-time Ironman Champion Dave Scott, Sarah Burke (US Open and Winter X Games gold medal skier), and NBC's "The Biggest Loser" Michelle Aguilar, Jerry Lisenby and Ali Vincent. Stay tuned to see who else will be racing at this years event.

Make a Donation that Counts!
The Nautica South Beach Triathlon is excited to be partnering with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital! Your fundraising efforts as a Corporate Challenge Athlete will help St. Jude achieve its mission of finding cures and saving children around the world. By helping raise funds for St. Jude your courage, strength and spirit will help those who need it the most: the young patients at St. Jude.

Click here to view the donation website for the 2010 Nautica South Beach Triathlon!

For more information on the Nautica South Beach Triathlon, please visit www.southbeachtri.com.

Race with a Pro Relay Charity Auction

2010-03-02T21:27:55Z

Here is your chance to Race Side-by-Side with U.S.A. Triathlon Legends Matt Reed and Andy Potts, in turn raising money for a good cause, Jenny's Light Foundation.

Olympian Matt Reed and Ironman 70.3 World Champion Andy Potts will be attending this year's Gateway to the Bay Triathlon Festival in the Houston, Texas area. Both athletes will captain their own relay teams and raise money for Jenny's Light. Spots on Team Reed and Team Potts are being auctioned off via EBay. Team Reed will have Swim & Bike legs available and Team Potts will have Bike & Run legs available.

Triathlon: Gateway to the Bay Triathlon Festival
When: Sunday April 11, 2010
Location: Kemah, TX
Website: www.GatewayToTheBay.com

THE CAUSE AND GOAL
Jenny's Light is a charity set up by Becky Lavelle (USA Triathlon's 2008 Non-ITU Pro-Triathlete of the year) in memory of her sister. Jenny's Light helps women with Postpartum Mood Disorders. 100% of the money raised through this auction and 3 others fundraiser events taking place will go directly to Becky Lavelle's Charity, Jenny's Light. The goal is to raise at least $15,000.

Other Fundraiser Items:
• Charity Dinner
   Friday April 9, 2010
• Andy Potts Swim Clinic
   Saturday April 10, 2010
• Matty Reed Run Clinic
   Saturday April 10, 2010

The Race with a Pro / Jenny's Light Relay Auction is now open and will remain open until March 22 at Midnight. There will be 4 auctions taking place simultaneously. Each auction will be for a different leg of the relay on a different team. Don't miss out on your chance to bid on your desired relay spot. When are you going to get a chance to race with a pro on your side again!

Click here to place a bid!

]]> WHAT THE WINNING BIDDERS GET
• ESCAPE from Alcatraz Triathlon Spot. Winner may choose either the 2010 or 2011 ESCAPE. (race entry fee and travel not included)
• Complimentary Admission to the Jenny's Light Charity Dinner (Time & Location TBD) with confirmed guest speakers Matt Reed, Andy Potts, and a possible appearance by Becky Lavelle.
• Complimentary Admission to the Sprint Distance Race on Saturday Morning to race in the Open Age Group Category.
• Complimentary Admission to both the Andy Potts Swim and Matt Reed Run Clinics to be held on Saturday Afternoon.
• Complimentary dinner with your team (including Matt & Andy) to discuss race strategy.
• Complimentary Admission to the Gateway to the Bay Olympic Triathlon Relay on either Team Reed or Team Potts, whatever you bid on.
• Numerous Sponsor items and free goodies from Matt & Andy's generous sponsors.
• All Winners will be honored at the Jenny's Light Charity Dinner on Friday night, April 9, 2010.

FINAL PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Final Payment is due within 10 days of auction close. That means we need to have the check by March 28, 2010.

PLEASE DO NOT BID UNLESS YOU PLAN ON PAYING IF YOU WIN.
This is a very deserving, hardworking charity and we don't want to let them down. In the event of a non-payment the next highest bidder will be notified and offered the relay spot at their last bid price.

The Gateway to the Bay Triathlon Festival is put on by Onurmark Productions.

WTC Announces LAVA Magazine Launch

2010-03-02T17:00:06Z

March 2, 2010 (Tampa, Fla.) -- World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), owners of the portfolio that includes Ironman, 70.3, Iron Girl and IronKids brands, announces its partnership with John Duke for the launch of a new magazine. With plans to appear in late summer, the magazine will feature content for the serious and committed triathlete. Initial subscribers will be participants of domestic events within the 2010 Ironman and 70.3 Series. Digital subscriptions are planned for international participants.

The new magazine called LAVA, which takes its name from the chain of volcanic islands in the Pacific Ocean where Ironman and the sport began, will take readers into the fiery center of triathlon. While the Ironman World Championship hails as the pinnacle of the sport, athletes who value the regular and hard-core multisport experience will be the target for the magazine.

John Duke will oversee content for the brand and will serve as the magazine's publisher and advertising director. Duke spent 14 years as publisher of Triathlete Magazine and most recently was Senior Vice President of the Print Media Division for Competitor Group.

"I could not imagine a better team to create the world's leading triathlon publication," says Duke. "Our team is excited to build a magazine for people who feel triathlon is not just a hobby, but rather a lifestyle. We are all looking forward to utilizing our first-hand racing experience, journalistic backgrounds and passion within the pages of LAVA."

]]> The team will consist of Susan Grant-Legacki, former editor of Inside Triathlon, along with Jay Prasuhn, who served as tech editor at Triathlete Magazine for 10 years. Creative will be led by Erica Krystek, the former art director of Inside Triathlon, who was responsible for the redesign of Inside Triathlon's re-branding in 2008. The sales and advertising effort will be led by 11-time winner of the national track cycling championships, Sean Watkins, who was also the vice president of sales and event marketing for Triathlete Magazine. Heather Gordon, who started at Triathlete Magazine 11 years ago and rose to the position of associate publisher rounds out the team.

For advertising information about LAVA, contact Sean Watkins at Seanwatkins@ironman.com or John Duke at Johnduke@ironman.com. All media-related inquiries can be directed to Blair LaHaye at Blair@ironman.com. Event details about Ironman and 70.3 can be located at www.ironman.com.

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ASTROMAD, New Long Distance Triathlon Event in Spain

2010-03-02T04:00:01Z

Race organizers along with Spain native Javier Gómez Noya have announced a new long distance triathlon event in Robledo de Chavela, Spain called Astromad. The new triathlon event set to take place on September 11, 2010 will be the first long distance triathlon race in the Madrid area. Robledo de Chavela is located about 60 - 70 kilometers west of Madrid.

Triathlon: ASTROMAD
When: Saturday, September 11, 2010
Where: Robledo de Chavela, Spain
Divisions: Age Group, Relay, Police & Firefighters
Website: www.astromad.com

Astromad will consist of a 3.8km Swim, 180km Bike, 42.1km Run. The race will feature the beauty of the area have a challenging enough bike course to say the least. The video is in Spanish but will show you some of the course, especially the challenging bike course.

The event will be the fourth event in a new triathlon series that is being developed to promote the sport in the country. The series will be composed of four races, the first three will be Olympic Distance triathlon events and finish with Astromad, The Olympic Distance event will take place in Canet de Berenguer (May 16), Avila (June 27) and Segovie (July 17). Information on the three Olympic Distance events can be found here: www.ironmad.es

]]> With the birth of this circuit, the organizers hope to revolutionize the concept of sports event in Spain, with entertainment and innovation around each event.

Registration is currently open for the new Astromad long distance triathlon event in Robledo de Chavela. The price before April 30th seems to be 300 € or approximately $405. The price goes up after that so make sure to register early. See the website for details: www.astromad.com

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Mike Reilly Interview on Endurance Planet

2010-03-01T19:30:00Z

Even if you haven't done an Ironman event, you will know Mike Reilly because he's been the voice of Ironman since 1989. He's the famous guy that calls out peoples name as they come down the finish shoot and says "You are an Ironman!".

He's traveled across the country and all over the world announcing numerous Ironman and world-class triathlon events. He just doesn't announce, he the guys that riles up the crowd before, during and after the first place finisher arrives and is still there past the 17 hour mark getting spectators to stay and cheer on those last athletes trickling in who missed the cut-off.

Endurance Planet has an interview with Mike Reilly, the voice or Ironman. Hear what he has to say about announcing at Ironman events, Active.com and the sport of triathlon.

When he's not working on the weekends at some Ironman event, he's vice president of Active Network.

He's been in the sport for 21 years, so you know he's seen a lot. Here are Mike Reilly's 10 Unforgettable Kona Moments

New "Triathlons for Women" Book - Sally Edwards

2010-03-01T18:00:27Z

An updated (4th Edition edition) triathlon book for Women called Triathlon for Women from author Sally Edwards is due out today.

Triathlons for Women motivates and equips women to finish their first triathlon, guiding readers from the first day of training to race day, with plenty of encouragement along the way. Sally leaves no question unanswered, from workouts to transition zones to the most popular question of all--what to wear. Sally provides two ready-to-use training plans that keep the daily workouts manageable while preparing women to enjoy race day. The beginner plan spells out each workout while the intermediate plan emphasizes speed and skills. For more experienced triathletes, Sally offers sound advice for planning a full season of racing. Triathlons for Women combines Sally's enthusiasm and experience into a practical, inspiring approach to training that is rooted in a healthy lifestyle.

For over 20 years, Sally Edwards has cheered, prodded, and even pushed hundreds of thousands of women across the finish line of their first triathlon. That's because Sally believes triathlon changes women into healthier, happier people. As spokesperson of the Danskin Women's Triathlon Series and the Trek Women Triathlon Series, Sally has inspired women to take up a new challenge and find a renewed passion for a healthy, active lifestyle.

Sally will guide you from the first day of training to race day, with plenty of encouragement along the way. Sally leaves no question unanswered, from workouts to the transition zone to the most common question of all--what to wear. Triathlons for Women has everything you need to get started:

* Begin training with a comprehensive 8-week training plan
* Keep your training fun with a wide variety of workouts
* Improve your technique with simple drills for swimming, cycling, and running
* Follow Sally's commonsense advice for better nutrition

]]> With Sally's help, any woman can renew her passion for a healthy, active lifestyle.
Paperback 2-color interior with illustrations, charts, and tables throughout.
6" x 9", 296 pp., $19.95, 978-1-934030-40-0 from VeloPress

Order your copy of Triathlons for Women today from Amazon.

"Sally Edwards is women's triathlon!" -- Maggie Sullivan, Director of the Danskin Women's Triathlon Series and Trek Women Triathlon Series

About Sally Edwards:
Sally Edwards has played an unparalleled role in the sport of triathlon. In its early days she competed as a professional triathlete with impressive Ironman finishes, winning the Ironman as a masters athlete. She went on to form the sport's governing body, USA Triathlon, and earn a spot in triathlon's hall of fame. Over the past 20 years she has inspired hundreds of thousands of women to complete their first triathlon as the national spokesperson for the Danskin Women's Triathlon Series and the Trek Women Triathlon Series. She has finished well over 100 Danskin races as the "final finisher," removing the fear of being the last to cross the finish line.

About VeloPress:
VeloPress is an endurance sports and fitness publisher with training and history books on cycling, triathlon, running, and diet and nutrition. For more information, please visit www.velopress.com.

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Triathlon Blurbs! - XLAB, Aquaman, Look

2010-02-28T17:15:51Z

We come across new triathlon related items all the time. Some are prototypes while others are available for you right now. So what we'll do with this feature is to just give you a glimpse of recently discovered / upgraded triathlon related products or services

• what's new
• what to look forward to
• what to start saving your money for

A blurb is just a short written piece about something. So we decided to call this new TRIJUICE feature Triathlon Blurbs!

Here are two new items for your bike and one for your swim from XLAB, Aquaman and Look.

Item: XLAB Torpedo Mount
Details: The XLAB aero bar water bottle hydration mount allows you to mount a water bottle in the horizontal position compared to the vertical position of other front mounted water bottles. It's ideal for 20km or 40km distances in Time Trials / Triathlons. The mount is made of non-stretch polyester straps and Carbon fiber and only weighs 25g. You will still need to mount a water bottle cage to the mount, maybe either the XLAB Torpedo cage ($49.95) or the XLAB Chimp cage ($54.95) or any other cage.
MSRP: $44.95
Website: www.xlab-usa.com

Item: Aquaman Flash System
Details: Aquaman, who's been into triathlon wetsuits since 1983 makes its mark with the Flash System. The Flash System allows the swimmer to open the zipper with one hand. Their new innovation saves time and makes it easier to remove the wetsuit. Their system also provides additional protection to the back of the neck and prevents any Velcro to skin contact. The Flash System is now available on the Cell Gold and Bionik wetsuits.
MSRP: $465 - $630
Website: www.aquamantri.com

]]> Item: Look Kéo Blade Carbon Ti
Details: The new design of the Kéo Blade Carbon TI pedal is based upon a carbon blade that allows 30% more resistance than a Kéo carbon when the cleat exits the pedal in the moment disengagement. The compressed carbon blade on the Look Kéo Blade makes the pedal very secure and completely removes tension adjustments. The pedals also feature a platform that is 31% larger and 17% wider than a Kéo carbon for added efficiency and stability. The Kéo Blade Ti is available with two different release resistance blades: Version 12 for the all-around resistance and Version 16 for riders desiring more retention. The weight per pedal is 95g.
MSRP: $499.00
Website: www.lookcycle.com

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Ironman Malaysia, Granger Three-peats, Vanhoenacker Wins

2010-02-27T16:30:04Z

The first Ironman race of 2010 kicked-off today in Langkawi, Malaysia. It's never and easy race in Malaysia but Belinda Granger has the experience and the strength today to THREE-PEAT!; she wins her third consecutive Ironman Malaysia title. Just as impressive is Marino Vanhoenacker winning his 7th Ironman career title with his victory here. In hot conditions, Vanhoenacker and Granger dominated on the bike and held on through the run for the victories.

Its good to see both Vanhoenacker and Granger on top today since both athletes finished the year off with disappointing races in Kona, both finishing the day with DNF's.

2010 Ironman Malaysia Results:

Men		Women
1 - Marino Vanhoenacker	8:22:31	1 - Belinda Granger	9:23:33
2 - Hiroyuki Nishiuchi	8:50:52	2 - Edith Niederfriniger	9:35:02
3 - Romain Guillaume	8:54:38	3 - Hillary Biscay	10:10:59
4 - Justin Granger	9:01:08	4 - Ariane Monticeli	10:15:17
5 - Andreas Venhorst	9:12:03	5 - Jocelyn Wong	10:20:32

The new Ironman Professional Membership Program rules require athletes to finish within 5% of the winner's time to win a qualifying spot to Kona and within 8% of the winner's time to earn prize money. How did that play out today?

• Hiroyuki Nishiuchi finished in 2nd but wasn't close enough to Vanhoenacker to win a Kona slot
• Justin Granger who placed 4th managed to finish in time to claim a prize money
• Hilary Biscay finished in 3rd today but just a couple of minutes shy of claiming prize money

Defending Ironman Malaysia Champ Luke Mckenzie and Rebecca Preston both from Australia made it out on to the bike course today but ended the day with a DNF.

]]> You can see Ironman Malaysia race coverage, pictures and results here: ironman.com/coverage/?race=malaysia&year=2010

Additional Race Coverage:
- Vanhoenacker and Granger win Malaysia [via Ironman.com]

Ironman 70.3 UK Adds Team Relays

2010-02-25T19:03:57Z

Triathletes who are still hesitant about doing an entire half iron distance triathlon on their own but would like to part take in the race one way or another have a new participation option, doing the event as a Relay. The new Relay format option will allow teams of three to tackle the course and experience what an Ironman branded race has to offer.

Relays aren't new to the sport of Triathlon; they are just fairly new to Ironman 70.3 events. The series currently has about 15 events in the Ironman 70.3 Series with relay options, according to the 2010 Ironman 70.3 Series Race Map.

Alison Boon from Ironman UK comments: "The UK IRONMAN 70.3 Team event is an exciting prospect because it allows the next generation of Ironman athletes to sample the atmosphere, organisation and support of an official Ironman race. For those who are new to the sport, or experienced racers looking for something different to try, this offers an exciting new opportunity."

The team format has already proved a big hit in Europe and opened up the Ironman brand to a whole new group of athletes. This allows individuals who wish to try triathlon, to do so under the umbrella of one of the most widely recognised global sporting brands.

An Ironman 70.3 triathlon race consists of a 1.2 mile Swim, 56 mile Bike and 13.1 mile Run.

For additional information on the Ironman 70.3 UK event and details on the new Team Relay option visit www.ironmanuk.com or read the entire new story on Tri247.

Source: Team Relays at UK Ironman 70.3 [via Tri247.com]

Kris Swarthout Named 2010 Team USA Coach

2010-02-25T17:20:52Z

Our friend and supporter gets a new gig, he's been named as the 2010 Team USA Coach, CONGRATULATIONS Kris!

February 25, 2010 - Colorado Springs CO - After guiding a number of his athletes to last year's Age Group National Championship, Minnesota-based triathlon coach Kris Swarthout will serve as USA Triathlon's Team USA coach at this year's ITU World Championships in Budapest, Hungary, Sept. 8-12, 2010.

Swarthout won the right to serve as Team USA coach due to his athlete's showing at the 2009 Age Group National Championship. In order to become the Team USA coach, interested certified USAT coaches submitted the names of their athletes competing at the Age Group National Championship. The coach with the most athletes at the starting line of the Age Group National Championship won the honor of being the Team USA coach.

"I was blessed with the opportunity to represent the United States in 2005 as an athlete, and to be able to come back in 2010 as a coach is even more of an honor," said Swarthout, who is the co-owner of SCS Multisport LLC in Eden Prairie, Minn. "I have found a greater sense of accomplishment helping people achieve their dreams than I ever felt living my own."

]]> Swarthout will travel to the world championships as a key part of the Team USA staff. During race week, he will organize group swims, rides, runs and become the race course expert. The Team USA coach is also available to answer any questions an athlete might have about training and racing at the event.

"I take the responsibility of team coach very seriously and have already been in contact with USAT staff and last year's Team USA coach to look for new ways to help assist and support the athletes," said Swarthout, who is a USAT Level II coach and the USAT Midwest Regional chair. "One of the things I look forward to the most will be handing out the American flags to the athletes as they come into the finish line. Thank you USAT for this great honor. I will not let you down."

The certified coach with the most athletes at the starting line at the 2010 Age Group National Championship will win the opportunity to coach Team USA at the 2011 ITU World Championships in Beijing, China. For more information, interested coaches can email the Team USA coordinator Amanda Duke at amanda.duke@usatriathlon.org.

TRImapper Adds New XTERRA Series Race Map

2010-02-25T14:00:40Z

TRImapper.com, the global triathlon finder site has implemented a new specialty triathlon map called the XTERRA Series Race Map. The new map enhances the search experience when it comes to finding XTERRA off-road triathlons on the calendar in the U.S. and around the World.

In the past, when you wanted to see all of the XTERRA races on TRImapper you had to view all of the triathlon maps by continent to find races in the series. The new XTERRA Series Race Map simplifies the process by bringing it all together on one map. The map currently consists of races on the XTERRA World Tour schedule and races on the XTERRA America Tour, plus the XTERRA World Championship race in Maui, Hawaii in October. The new specialty race map mimics the map the XTERRA website use to have where you could see the race on the XTERRA schedule.

The map currently has 68 XTERRA triathlon listed, including the 5 XTERRA Championship Series events in the United States, making it a one-stop visual resource when it comes to finding off-road triathlon races on the schedule in the series.

You can access the new specialty race map on TRImapper two different ways. You can visit the TRImapper home page and click on the map image in the center column or you can go to this easy web url: www.trimapper.com/xterra.