Race Report 27 October 2012
Someone upstairs must be listening, today at Twin Towns Triathlon Club,we were again blessed with perfect race conditions, which no doubt will be reflected in many people achieving PB’s and then seeing what impact it will have on their handicap next week.
First Season members Andrew,Matt & Mat
Over 130 competitors today, probably many having a final hit out prior to entering a ‘tapering phase’ in the lead up to Noosa next weekend, with so many people competing each week, everyone needs to ensure that they rack their bikes correctly. Last week Andrew Armstrong placed green dots on the racks, between the orange tape. The green dots are to indicate the side of the rack to place your bike.
It has been raised by a few people, that caution and patience is required when beginning your swim. There have been complaints of people diving in on to/over those already swimming. Please remember there are no ‘sheep stations’ up for grabs. Would you like someone diving on top of you?
The handicap system is in place to ensure everyone finishes about 07:30am. Some people for a variety of reasons which to start earlier than their allocated handicap time. To ensure the smooth running of the registration process, if you wish to start earlier, you need to arrive earlier, bring a letter from your mother explaining the reason for starting earlier. Doug will happily abide, as long as you get there earlier; registration is open from 05:15am and closes at 06:00. Today, we still had a queue waiting to register at 06:00 and the last registration completed at 06:08.am.
Joe, Jo & Ross
Trivia!
In the 1400’s a law was set forth in England that a man was allowed to beat his wife with a stick no thicker than his thumb.
Hence we have ‘the rule of thumb’
Des Gooda will be holding another transition clinic on 17th November after received some great feedback after his initial clinic. If your interested catch up and give your name to Des.
Doctor Bike 1 & 2 got a word in this morning. Dr Bike Senior – Roger Campbell continued on from last week in the lead up to Noosa. Today he discussed the correct style when riding down hill. Lowering your centre of gravity by rising slight off your seat and standing up slightly on your pedals. Bringing your knees in close to the frame and leaning forward over the handbars. Of course, making sure your tyres are correctly inflated.
Doctor Bike Junior- Paul Woodger spoke on the correct fitting of your bike helmet. 1. Chin Strap should be tight/loose enough to be able to fit two fingers between the strap and chin, helmet should sit on your forhead, again two fingers between the eyebrows and helmet.
Andre, Pete & Bev
I know we harp on road rules and common sense, the authority to hold our weekly competition is oversighted by Tweed Council, Roads & Martime Services and the NSW Police which have the overriding authority to determine if permission is granted. We are required to submit a comprehensive traffic management plan. Permission is granted on the provisio that all riders comply with the road rules. Dr Bike Senior made comment yesterday that he witnessed competitors riding 2 and 3 abreast up Fraser Drive, I witnessed a group take a wide turn into Botanical Circuit (Flame Tree Park)- from nearly the far right hand side of the lane. Last week it was reported that some riders disobeyed a red traffic light. Please use common sense, obey the road rules and if you see someone doing something wrong, tell them, or a committee remember. Refer to paragraph 3 re Sheep Stations.
Last weekend, the ITU Triathlon was held in Auckland New Zealand our own Heidi Sowerby headed over and had a great time, read all about her adventure on our Road Trips page.
Milestones – some might like to forget
Birthday wishes go out to Pete Serone and Warren Copping
Random Draw Winners
Storm Cycles- Phil Salter
Palm Beach Supercycles- Liz Wall
South Tweed Cycles – Craig Stubbs
Cannabil Clothing – Tracy Foyster
Kingscliff Cycles – Jamie Stoddart
Palm Beach Drink Bottle_ Kylie Findlay
Current Point Score after Race 8
|
Place |
Name |
Number |
Points |
|
1 |
Noel Bitossi |
134 |
158 |
|
2 |
Vicki Lawes |
68 |
156 |
|
3 |
Mary-Ann Shuker |
5 |
150 |
|
4 |
Louis Oram |
82 |
147 |
|
5 |
Stuart Crawford |
64 |
147 |
|
6 |
Joe Mollica |
52 |
144 |
|
7 |
Tracy Foyster |
2 |
143 |
|
8 |
Andrew Costello |
67 |
140 |
|
9 |
Jim Collins |
4 |
139 |
|
10 |
Jamie Stoddart |
28 |
137 |
With the bulk of the committee heading to Noosa next weekend, former President and regular overseas tourist Mr Kevin (the Rock) Bannerman will be presiding, and has agreed to prepare a short report for the web site.
Marshalls
Darlington Dr/ Woodlands Dr: Scott Cummings
Fraser Dr / Amaroo Dr: Kevin (the Rock) Bannerman
Stu Crawford
Twin Towns Triathlon Club