IronMan Trophy 2016
Congratulations to Nigel Quaye pictured being presented with Manx Tri Club Ironman Trophy. The award was being made in recognition of his performance at Ironman Copenhagen in August where he finished 153rd overall in a time of 9:46:31.
Well done to all that competed this year at Barcelona, Bolton, Nice, Copenhagen Vichy and Wales.
Urgent Order
If you would like any Tri Club kit Di Parker will be at the NSC from 5pm tomorrow (Wednesday 2nd) to take any orders. Order and payment must be made on the day to ensure delivery for Christmas. If you would like some kit but cannot make Wednesday, please get in touch as soon as possible This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. tel. 472140.
More details and items available on Facebook page.
Manx Masters
Manx Masters Swimming Club. Tuesday evenings at the NSC 8pm to 9.30pm, and Saturday 1pm to 2pm at Ramsey Swimming Pool. They can offer assistance with stroke improvement and stamina. Turn up or contact Shirley on 626063 for further information.
Aquathlon
The Manx Tri Club promoted its first Aquathlon event at the weekend at the Mooragh park. The weather and water temperature (16°C ) was kind to us.
The event was staged at short notice in part to take the place of the traditional September open water triathlon event that had to be cancelled because of road works.
There were many people who were trying a multi-sport event for the first time so very well done to them. A big thank you to all who took part, our marshals and sponsor Microgaming.
Category winners were:
Girls Tristars 2 Blae Richardson
Boys Tristars 2 Luke Ward
Boys Tristars 3 Elliott Nash
Youth Girls Kazia Whittaker
Men Junior C Brody Hewison
Women Sue Powell
Men Andrew Nash
Full results here
More Podium Places
On the weekend that would have been our own Ramey Triathlon there was still plenty on in the UK. Two more podium places were achieved by our women in the last throws of this season.
Hannah Howitt was competing at the Cotswolds Triathlon which was also the South West Sprint Championship. She finished first woman and 10th overall. Her time of 1:02:50 is a Commonwealth Games Consideration time and a full 2 and a half minutes clear of the next woman. A great finish to her season after a fine second place at the Nationals in Liverpool over the Standard distance.
Becky Storrie continued her improvement on the national stage at the British Triathlon under 20’s festival held on the Strathclyde course used for the Commonwealth Games. After a close draft legal battle she was 3rd (1:06:05) only four seconds off silver and seven seconds off gold and she had the equal fastest run split only just slower than her track 5k despite not having the best of preparation because of injury. All bodes well.
The men were competing at a windswept Balla. A course that is usually fast, but not at the weekend. Ryan Downey finished 19th overall in 2:09:10 , Paul Swindale 25th in 2:13:41 and Callum Taggart 88th in 2:34:52. Mark Terrace had to pull up after the bike to protect an injury.
Microgaming Aquathon
Microgaming Aquathon - Sunday 18th Septmeber - Start Time 09:30
The Tri Club Committee has arranged to host an Aquathon race in place of the cancelled Triathlon event. The Event will take place within the confines of the Mooragh Park, with the Swim in the Lake and the run around the lakeside pathways. The Aquathon is open to a wider group and has categories which youngsters can take part in
There will be 3 race distances and the Age Groups are noted next to each (please note that the Age is determined as at 31st December 2016):
Age 11yrs to 12 yrs - Swim 300m (Open Water) Run 2.2k
Age 13 yrs to 14 yrs - Swim 500m (Open Water) Run 3.3k
Age 15 yrs & above - Swim 750m (Open Water) Run 5.5k
Closing date for entries is Thursday 15th September
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Gotland 2017
The Island Games selection date is fast approaching so we thought it time to start making some logistical plans for the team.
For this reason it is necessary to arrange a meeting for all those who have made the consideration, or are still to race and hope to make the time.
The meeting will be held this Sunday 28th August at The Sea Terminal, Costa at 4pm.
This will give the opportunity to provide information and for you to ask any questions.
Tri Liverpool
A huge contingent from the Club took part in the British Triathlon Championship at the weekend held in Liverpool docklands. The age groups were first to start their swim in a surprisingly warm water temperature of 19°C.
We also had 3 competitors in the elite field. Joseph Ricciardi was out of the swim in a group and used his cycle strength to try to bridge the gap to the next group when his group were not contributing. His endeavours eventually failed but not for want of trying. The men’s winner was Adam Bowden of Great Britain.
Ex IOM swimmer Jennifer Newbery competing in her first Elite triathlon also gained valuable experience in what was a stellar field won by Charlotte McShane of Australia.
Rebecca Storrie had to pull out of the race after T2 while sitting in a good position in the second group to protect an injury.
National championship medals were won by Hannah Howitt, Silver in the 20-24 age group and 2nd overall woman. Juan Kinley also won a Silver in the 50-54 age group.
Standard Distance Age Time Pos. AG Pos. OA
Andrew Nash 25-29 2:00:33 6 59
Hannah Howitt 20-24 2:06:10 2 2
Juan Kinley 50-54 2:06:11 2 52
Ryan Downey 25-29 2:08:04 15 73
Paul Swindale 45-49 2:09:29 6 8
Ian Rowley 35-39 2:12:05 26 123
James Wright 30-34 2:13:08 21 132
Chris Crellin 50-54 2:13:48 14 142
Graham Stigant 55-59 2:17:47 4 192
Paul Cubbon 50-54 2:20:54 31 221
Rob Parker 25-29 2:27:23 36 310
David Thomas 40-44 2:29:10 44 335
Sprint Distance
Richard Thomas 40-44 1:21:21 2 38
Mario Ricciardi 50-54 1:22:29 4 47
Elite Sprint
Joseph Ricciardi 1:03:11 55
Jennifer Newbery 1:13:43 51
The race is due to be screened on Channel 4 on Saturday 27th August.
Full results here.
September Triathlon - Cancelled
Dear Competitors,
The Committee has reluctantly taken the decision to cancel the September Triathlon event because of the on-going road road works both in and around the Mooragh Park Promenade area & outside Andreas Village, and the further planned works on the Vollen Hill.
The safety of the competitors is obviously the priority and the road works will affect 3 significant sections of the bike course, of which, some may also be subject to traffic flow control measures. Without having a firm date for the completion of these works, it is impractical to re-schedule the event at this stage. All competitors who have entered will receive a full refund early next week.
Whilst the situation is disappointing, the circumstances are beyond the Committee’s control and we trust competitors will understand the decision taken. The Committee will of course look at whether any alternative events may be scheduled before the end of the year.
Manx Tri Club
Sports Nutrition
Please be advised that this event has been moved to Kings Court Theatre, King Williams College.
Read more information here
2018 Commonwealth Games
The Triathlon at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games in 2018 has now changed to a sprint distance race which has brought about some keys changes which impact on the Isle of Man team.
Following the IOMCGA meeting on Thursday (28th July) we are now in a position to provide a full update with regards these changes.
We will be holding a meeting at the NSC café at 4.00pm Sunday 31st July to brief athletes and to answer any questions.
Sprint consideration standard can be viewed here.
Sad News
It is with great sadness that we learned today of the untimely passing of Andy Parker, 'Parky'.
Parky had been involved with Triathlon on the Island for 8 years and was one of the Club's real characters. Having dabbled with a few triathlons himself as a competitor, he turned his attention to supporting his son Rob competing at Ironman distance races. He became the Club's principal referee 5 years ago, bringing his own unique mix of enthusiasm, encouragement & discipline to the local events. Parky worked with many local athletes on their training programmes through his Gym & Tonic business and would often be found offering support to his wide network of friends and clients at many events around the Island.
The Club offers its sincere condolences to his wife Diane and sons Robert & James, and all his family. He will be very sadly missed.
Andrew Parker - died 26th July 2016
The Celebration of Andrew’s Life will be at Santon Church on Thursday 11th of August at 1pm and after at Gill’s opposite the church.
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