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Happy Spring to all TriNB members and friends! Ok, I may be jumping the gun a bit as we're just entering March and likely we'll still see some cold temperatures and more of the fluffy white stuff before it's all over...but the mercury is steadily rising, the days are getting longer, and the warmer temps that allow us to get outside to swim, bike, and run are just a few short weeks away.
In the meantime, while we wait for the Spring thaw, we are proud to sanction the UNB Fredericton indoor triathlon being organized for March 14th. You can register online through Atlantic Chip or by calling Jennifer McAloon at 453-4579 or by email at crfb@unb.ca. This event is looking to combine the concept of outdoor triathlon with a fun indoor event. At this time of year, it's a great opportunity to get in a serious workout and reward yourself for all those Winter training sessions...or it may be a good opportunity for a rude awakening to the fact you need to start ramping up the distance/intensity again. Jennifer is also looking to have volunteers for the event and they can reach her at the same contact coordinates.
TriNB has some good news to report: we have been given an annual World Age Group qualification spot by Triathlon Canada! Under the past program, New Brunswick was only allotted a World's spot every three to four years as we were "sharing" the qualification with Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. This is a clear example of Triathlon Canada hearing the suggestion made by the Provinces without annual spots and making it possible to have annual representation from each Province. In an athletic environment where NB did not send any athletes to the Vancouver Winter Olympics and we are the only Province that did not participate in the Olympic Partnership Program, this is a clear commitment to the grass roots rewards of our athletes that train and compete hard enough to represent our Province on a world stage. Keep an eye out for the announcement regarding which races are the World qualifiers at each discipline (sprint du and tri, Olympic du and tri, long distance du and tri) on the 2010 TriNB schedule.
It seems a bit ironic that my last posting on this site was a little nostalgic and I recognized how fortunate we are to have the time, disposable funds, and drive to support our love of triathlon and living a healthy lifestyle. I pointed out that there would be set backs along the road to reaching your goals and now I have proof for you speaking from personal experience: last week I had a great opportunity to travel to southern Florida with my bike and get outside to enjoy endless flat miles in the sunshine. My dream holiday was cut off (literally) when I was struck by a car that failed to yield to my progress (in a bike lane no less). Fortunately, my helmet and a huge amount of luck kept me from serious harm...the same cannot be said for my poor, trusty steed unfortunately. I'm sidelined for the short term but, as my injuries mend, my eagerness to get back out and train is increasing. The point here is we all have the desire to spend our free time living a healthy lifestyle and, despite little road bumps along the way that we are sure to face, we need to keep focused on the ultimate goal: train to have fun, compete, and reach your full potential as a triathlete.
Until next month, train safely and have fun!
John
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Qualifying Age Group slots for the 2011 ITU World Championships.
Friday, March 5 2010
TriNB are delighted to announce Qualifying Age Group slots for the 2011 ITU World Championships.
The is a great opportunity to represent your country in a World Championship event and will give you great bragging rights on training rides, so we hope to see you on the start line at one or more of the races during the season.
Below I have listed the race disciplines along with the qualifying races during the 2010 season.
Standard Distance Triathlon – Duncan Hadley Fredericton Triathlon
Sprint Distance Triathlon – Chaleur Triathlon
Long Distance Triathlon – Subar...
Indoor Triathlon Fredericton - Sunday 14 March
Sunday, February 28 2010
COME “TRI” A NEW ACTIVITY!!!!
WHAT: The UNB Indoor Triathlon is a unique event that blends the concept of an outdoor triathlon with a fun indoor event that anyone can try! NO EXPERIENCE
NECESSARY!
Please note that all participants must be over the age of 18.
The race consists of a 10 min. swim, 15 min. bike and 15 min. run.
WHEN: March 14th, 2010
WHO: Registration is open to both individuals and relay teams.
Teams will consist of three individuals participating in three separate legs of the race (swim, bike, run)
COST: Individual $35
Relay Team $45
Regist...
TriNB Club Survey
Tuesday, February 2 2010
Greetings and Happy New Year from all of us at Tri NB! We would like to ask for a few minutes of your time and get your feedback on the current state of triathlon clubs in the Province of New Brunswick. One of the mandates of our Association is to foster interest and participation in our sport and a starting place for this is at the club level. There are numerous reasons why clubs are important to the long term success of triathlon in NB and why the creation of new clubs, and the ongoing support of existing clubs, is essential to a healthy and vibrant multi-sport community:
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Club...
Accommodation for Ironman Lake placid
Monday, February 1 2010
Stephane Boudreau has a house booked for Ironman Lake lacid. The house can accommodate 14 people and they have space remaining for 3 or 4. The house is a 7 bedroom, 2.5 bath home full of old fashioned character, spread out over 3 floors with a fully applianced kitchen.
The price is $400.00 per person for the whole week (20-26 July). If you are interested contact Stephane by phone on 506 384 4544 or by e-mail - stephane_boudreau_ns@hotmail.com. A link to the house can be found below.
http://www.lakeplacidcondos.com/placidheights.html
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