Mid Argyll

MacQueen Bros Mid Argyll Triathlon 29/09/13 

Entries for this years event are now open on EntryCentral - if you want to be on the start line an early entry guarantees a place.
https://www.entrycentral.com/index.php?festivalID=143

 Update 1pm 23/05/13 - only 53 indivudal and 5 team places left - better hurry!

Club-confined Time Trial

The first Time Trial of the season will be on Thursday 30^th May.  First off at the Swimming Pool at 7pm sharp.  Meet 10 minutes beforehand for starting order organisation, etc.  Club members only due to insurance.  If you want to participate then join its a bargin! see link below

http://www.entrycentral.com/index.php?raceID=101065

Though normally the last Thursday in the month, the next Time Trial will be Thursday 4^th July.

Looking forward to seeing all the old faces and hopefully some new ones, too…

Racing 18th & 19th May

Iron Man Triathlon - We understand Tim Jackson has left the country to take on the big one this Sat/Sunday. This is classed as one of the toughest IMs renowed for the temperature, the hills and the wind.

Tims race number is 1734 in a field of 2000 full details on the race including live web broadcast can be found at: http://www.ironmanlanzarote.com/

Good luck Tim everyone at MATCC are rooting for you!

Selkirk Olympic Distance Triathlon - Matt and Kirsty Young ae heading down to compete in this 1500m pool swim, 40k- hilly bike and 10k run.  Its Matts 4th time at this race he just loves the descending- have a great race guys!

Racing last Weekend 14/05/13- in tough conditions!

Ardgartan Half Iron Man Triathlon - Results not yet up but congratulations to John Anderson who summitted the " Rest & be Thankful" 4 times to top the podium in an impressive 6:25. Way to go John congratulations!

Bute Triathlon Sprint results are up well done Rebecca Helliwell- still awaiting novice event results

http://www.triathlonscotland.org/media/com_ohanah/pdfs/1560002299-2013.05.12%20Bute%20Sprint%20Triathlon.pdf

Caledonia Etape - David Carey 4:02 and Martin Waterhouse 5:18 braved the hills!!! and glens - well done guys

Balloch 1/2 Marathon 14/04/13

Matt Donald took on the challenging weather conditions last Sunday and exceeded his early season aspirations. Well done Matt, nicely warmed up for the Crinan Puffer 

Results -  http://www.ballochtoclydebankhalfmarathon.co.uk/Balloch%20to%20Clydebank%20Half%20Marathon%2014%20April%202013%20-%20results.pdf

April 2013-  Race Season Begins

Prompted by the 1/2 Marathon in prague at the weekend - the new race season has commenced, it seems a lmost by stealth members will soon be running, swiming, biking and of course competing in Triathlon.

So who is doing what in April post your plans on the clubs face book page.

Prague Half Marathon- Sat 06/04/13

What has now become a traditionof an early spring race abroad, MATCC ladies were running in the Czech republic with 12,000 other athletes. Having spent 2 days a climatising (suitable incriminating photos have been seen on Facebook) they set off midday local time and all have finished. Congratulations to all great run - where will you be racing next year?

Results are in and their chip times are:

Hazel Whiston 2:04:40
Tina Barrie 2:07:00
Lorna Macgregor 2:07:39
Hazel Manson 2:08:42
Frances Hardie 2:18:58     Diana Appleyard 2:24:45

Kilmartin "Quarry Caper" Duathlon Sun 17/03/13

A good turn out in both the team and individual entry by club members and guests took on the last club event of the winter. This tough, HR Maxing training event brought out some great individual and team performances. Those were unrelenting climbs on run 1 and the bike

It always set us all up nicely to leave the winter behind and sharpen up for the spring. Big thanks to Rosemary Neagle for organising and fantastic support from Caroline Waterhouse, Martin Waterhouse, John Anderson, Hazel Manson and all who baked food and cheered all particpants on. (Sorry if missed any notables)

Results can be found on the run tab of the web site and photos on the club facebook page compliments of Bill Young.

From Matt Watkiss, Lead Organiser, Scottish Sea Farms, Crinan Puffer 8.5 2013 

Hello all,

Kilmartin " Quarry Caper " Duathlon Sun 17th Mar -2.00pm

Just letting you know that the much awaited return of the Kilmartin Quarry Caper will be held on Sunday 17th March. Reg time 2ish for a 2.30 start. If you are travelling from Lochgilphead side, go through the village and at the bottom of the hill turn left over the cattle grid just past Kilmartin garage. Follow the road straight ahead and you can't miss the quarry.

Kevin did all the stats for us last night:

Run 1-- 1.84miles and 395ft ascent (straight up for the first mile!)

Bike--5.3 miles and 783ft ascent.

Run 2--1.5 miles and 33ft ascent.

It is a challenging but fun course as those who took part last time will verify. As I mentioned, the first run is a tough uphill on a wide forest track with the decent on a more grassy track. The bike route is back up the run hill then continue on forest track for around 2.5 miles. After a sharp dog-leg to the right you will be on a single track and eventually join a grass track through farmland for a short distance before it joins the Sus-Trans route back to Kilmartin. The last run is a straight out and back from the quarry to the primary school on the sus-trans track.

Teams of 2 or 3 as well as individual entries are welcome as it is an informal training event at your own risk!!

There will be soup and home baking to finish the day off...the ladies of Kilmartin are scanning their recipe books as we speak!

If you are interested in taking part or want to know any more either ask Kevin in the bike shop or email me at:GREGNEAGLE01 @ aol.com or confirm your attendance on the events tab on clubs Facebook page.

GO ON, YOU KNOW YOU WANT TO!

Beaver Bash- Sunday 24^th Feb 2.00pm

You survived the Flash & Dash - now it's time for the Beaver Bash! You are invited to take part in the club confined Loch Coille Bharr Duathlon Location: Loch Coille Bharr car park - map here (Take Tayvallich road from Barnluasgan, car park is 1/2 mile from junction, on the Left)

Registration from 2.00pmStart time: 2.30pmEntries: Individual or team (could be 2 or 3 in team). Please let us know by email, Facebook (or just tell us!) if you're coming.

Bike: 5km, mostly off-road on forest tracks (may be muddy but nothing technical)Run: 4.75km, a circuit of Loch Coille BharrBike: 5km, repeat of first lap

Recovery: Soup, etc from 3:30pm in the car park - or retreat to Barnluasgan hut if the weather's pants. Oh, and Prizes to follow...

Let John & Sarah know if you are coming or confirm at the event on the clubs Facebook page.       

Flash & Dash Barnlusugan Loch Friday 8th Feb 7.30pm

Strange lights and noises reported around the Loch as "7" intrepid runners with guest appearences from Polly and Martha and Cuillin the lab. Great fun had by all with fruit punch and Pollys birthday cake enjoyed afterwards. Thanks to Hazel W and Rona for time keeping and cheering on.

Rebbeca claimed the ultimate prize of the brightest runner!...Results on the run page.

Yes chance for Mid Argyll Tri & Cycle club members & friends to light up the night sky at the annual run. Teams of 2 1 lap each and then a final lap both together. Spot prizes for brightest and fastest ...who is going to shine! Register 7.15pm

NOTE FOLKS CHANGE FROM PUBLISHED DATE

Scottish Sea Farms Crinan Puffer 8.5 2013

 Entry for the above event is now open. Please click on the link.

http://www.entrycentral.com/index.php?raceID=101828

 Shift those mince pies Duathlon Sunday 6th January 2012  - 11.00am

Run 1 - 1.8 miles (2 laps)

Venue  - Barnlusugan Loch

If you have left over pies, puddings and turkey bring them aiong for your last festive seasons feast bring them along.

Let Whizzer know if you are planning to come.

 Friday 23rd November

 Could folks who are bringing food to the AGM make it finger food. Will reduce washing up and mean we can get to the pub earlier!  Tea and coffee will be on tap 

Club social and AGM 

We are meeting at the Living Stones Centre, Kilmartin at 19.00 on Friday 23rd November. It would be great if folks could come together on that night to recognise the achievements of colleagues, discuss the future of the Club and share in some good craic. We will be ending the night in the Kilmartin Hotel. It would be good if you could let David Smart know if you can attend and if you can bring a dish to share. You can contact him on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and 07881 854477. 

Update - Club Social Ride; 10th November 2012, now 11.30

Social club ride planned for late morning / early afternoon. 20 ish miles from Swimming pool car park up Kilmichael Glen, along to Kilmartin for soup and coffee.  Heading back to pool over the Moss and back down across the Meadows.  Steady climbing, aerobic ride, good craic guaranteed. Good strong wheels useful for the later section of Kilmichael Glen as the single track is a bit rough. Propose to head out at 11.30 am to let Master's Swimmers get in their brew.    

MATCC AGM and Social

Happy to confirm that the event will be held at the Living Stones Centre in Kilmartin from 19.00 on Friday 23rd November 2012.  Quick business meeting followed by a 'Jacob's Join' supper  (this is the Yorkshire term for bring something to eat to share, don't know the Argyll equivalent) and a trip to the local pub.  It would be good if as many folks as possible could attend. This is a chance to discuss our club and what we want for the future.  If you can attend would you let David Smart know.

MATCC Winter Duathlon & Run Calendar 

 To help get us through the winter and prepare for next year, we have come up with a number of “club member confined” fun (but you do it at your own risk) events. A few of us have volunteered to organise (but we need folk to provide soup, tea cakes etc), so get the dates below in your diary and look out for more info on the web site and club face book page in the coming weeks

AGM and Social 23rd November 2012

The event you have all been waiting for!  23rd November 2012, venue tbc. Come along, be riveted by the analysis of the accounts, marvel at points of order and be inspired by the proposal and seconding of Club Officers.  This is why we pay our subs, train and compete so we feel we have the right to attend this special night.

Afterwards there will be the less interesting bit about recognising the achievements of colleagues, blethering, discussing your latest injury, eating some great food and quaffing an ale or seven; again details tbc.

 Burns Supper was okay, but this will be stonking. Get the date in your diary and don't complain that you  weren't told . 

Gastronomic excursion around South Cowal, 30th September 2012

 Stalwart members of the club's cafe appreciation society enjoyed a beautiful day in the autumn sunshine cycling around the Portavadie, Kames and Tighnabruich peninsula. 20+ lumpy miles ensured that the frequent cafe stops were well earned.  For those looking to keep the pace to the point where conversation is possible please keep your eyes open for details of the next ride. Likely to be an off road event given the time of year and weather conditions. If you have a favourite run with a stonking cafe stop let David Smart or Kirsty Young know.

MacQueen Bros Mid Argyll Triathlon 23/09/12

NEWER (is that a word?) - Tim Jacksons personal battle with "GBR" man now posted in the News section...is it all about the bike? 

NEW- Race Reports on this years Tri from David Smart & Cliff Acklam now posted in Latest News

Congratulations to all competitors who completed the Mid Argyll Triathlon today, weather was great -all be it a little breezy on the bike!....and Clyde helped inspire a great atmosphere and performances. Thanks to all our sponsors and Marshals and volunteers who did a fantastic job in keeping all safe and happy

 Preliminary Results are HERE

 We hope to see you next year- please also let us have any feedback on our event as we are always looking to improve - leave a comment on our facebook page or e-mail Stephen. 

https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Mid-Argyll-Triathlon-Cycle-Club/147294538637604

We are delighted to announce that "Clyde" the Commonwealth Games Mascot will be making one of his first appearances in Scotland in Lochgilphead supporting and inspiring all thi entrants at this Sundays Mid Argyll Triathlon.

Make sure you have your camera handy folks and spread the word to come and see all the action....who knows you could be on the start line in Glasgow 2014!

http://mascot.glasgow2014.com/#/

Whats Happening this Weekend

Err Not a lot!!

Looks like everyone is hunkering down in advance of the Mid Argyll Tri next week...so who has started their taper or are we all heading out in the rain and the wind to acclimatise for conditions we might be facing a week on Sunday

Inverclyde Masters Swim Meet- 7th & 8th September

Martin down in Inverclyde pitting himself against the top Masters in Scotland - good luck Martin

Craggy Island Triathlon 8th & 9th September

Good turn out from the club to take on this gem of an off road Tri- 400 competitors over 2 days on the isle of Kerrera. On Saturday Matt and Kirsty & on Sunday John A (unfinished business from last year hey John!) Sarah and John D, Liz and Bill in the individual race and Lorna, Hazel and Louise as a team. Have a great race folks and no spills this year

MacQueen Bros Mid Argyll Triathlon 23/09/12

Preliminary swim heats for this years event are now available on the Events- download page .

Entrants are asked to check their estimated swim time for 500m and advise of any amedments by he 12th September.

Less then 3 weeks to go- EXCITED OR WHAT?

Whats happening this weekend

Highland Perthshire Marathon & Half Marathon (Aberfeldy) Sat 1st September

Results are up- well done Richard and Tina;

 http://highlandperthshiremarathon.co.uk/

Good luck to Richard Barrie doing the full marathon and to Tina Barrie taking on the half marathon, have a great race guys- who is going to get the post race massage

Achnamara 10K Sunday 2nd September

Its back this real test of trail running with a nice long climb to get the HR up and an equally long and steep downhill so you can fly..good luck folks and enjoy the excellent cakes and tea in the village hall afterwards

Club Confined Cycling Time Trial - Thursday 30 August 2012 - results up!

Results up now on the Cycle / Recods & Results page.  Thanks to Richard for timekeeping. 

Campbeltown Sprint Triathlon Sat 25/08/12

A few members of the club heading south to enter this inagural wee toon Tri- gool luck Alasdair, Rebecca and Sarah in the individual & Hazel W, Stephen and Hazel M in the team event

Kirsty & Matt heading east to compete in this Open Water Olympic distance event with a run along the beach. Good luck folks. Matt is clearly full of energy as he is completing his 3rd event in as many weeks! 

Durty Triathlon 21st July
A number of club members heading to the borders to compete in this years event. Only Matt and Rebecca taking on the individual challenge (these guys are tough!) But there should be a little bit of rivalry between 9 club members in the Team event- Splash Flash & Dash (Kieran W, Dave P, Hazel W) Mid Argyll Super Vets ( Hazel M, Rona & Lorna), Splash,Bash,Dash (Melanie, Sarah, Stephen)...even the post event Ceilidh could be competitive

2012 Den Haag ETU Cross Triathlon Championship 14/07/12

 Results are in from Holland- Matt top 10 in his age group looks like that cycling on sand is as tough as thought:
http://www.beach-challenge.nl/archief/2012/ec-ag.pdf

Matt Donald in Holland representing GBR in this 1000m swim, 28km MTB beach cycle and 9km beach run check out web site. Have a great race Matt
http://www.beach-challenge.nl/?lang=en

Tough Mudder 15/07/12

Alistair Young has taken up the challenge (not sure thats the right word lol!) of this 10-12 mile obstacle courses designed by Special Forces to test your all around strength, stamina, determination, and camaraderie..Hope you survive
http://toughmudder.co.uk/about/

Dragon Boat Racing

Sunday 29th July 2012 11am - 4pm

Dunardry Lock, Cairnbaan. Teams of 10

Enquiries to   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Race Reports- See Latest News

Tim Jackson awesome Iron Man race experience at the Forestman as they say its all about the journey and what a journey just to get to the start line and what a mantra to keep going!

Cliff Acklam Islay triathlon race report a different scale but a jorney also..you had to be there- 2013 everyone?

Weekend Racing

Arran half Marathon 1st July

Results are in - great run Rebecca fast PB 1:45:33 - 7th in Category   http://scottishrunningguide.com/races/2012/isle_of_arran_half_marathon/results/arranhalf_marathonresults_2012.pdf

Rebecca Helliwell heading to Arran for this race in a route offically described as undulating..phew! have a great race Rebecca 

Tri Windermere 1st July

Looks like John had a great race in the lakes- 34th overall and 12th in Category - Results :

http://www.smartiming.co.uk/2012-07-01-Windermere_Triathlon.pdf

John Anderson heading down to the lakes to compete in this Olympic distance event including swimming across the lake, cycling round the lake and lastly 5 lap run - dont get dizzy and have a great race John!

Great Manchester swim 1st July

Martin puts in another superlative swim 24.12 - 8th in his age group (total 2,500 swimmers) - Results

http://www.greatswim.org/Results/FullSearch.aspx

Martin Waterhouse competing in this 1 mile swim in the great swim series at Salford Quays with a possible detour to the Lowry museum.? - have a great swim

More info: http://www.greatswim.org/events/British-Gas-Great-Manchester-Swim/

Club Confined Cycling Time Trial - Thursday 28 June 2012

Results up on the Cycle/Records and Results page.  Thanks to Hazel for Time Keeping.

Forest Man Iron Man Triathlon 24th June

Way to go Tim Jackson- IRONMAN

Total Time	14:49:24
Stage - Swim Open Water  2.2 miles- Time	01:20:56
Stage - Bike  112 miles - Time	08:16:17
Stage - Transition - Time	00:02:15
Stage - Run 26.2 miles- Time	05:09:58

Many congratulations Tim from everyone at the club...look forward to hearing all about your race.

Forest Man Iron Man Triathlon 24th June

Training and race preparations severely disrupted by injury last couple of months, Tim Jackson has honed his mental toughness and will be on the start line for the ultimate Triathlon challenge - 2.2 mile swim, 112 mile bike and a marathon to finish with.

Everyone here is wishing you all the best Tim. enjoy the race and experience and we all look forward to hearing about your journey;

Event info -  http://www.racenewforest.co.uk/00_Forestman.html

 Tighnabruaich OW Sprint Triathlon 24th June

Provsional results are up - Matt 19th 1:17:59 Kirsty 1:34:12 13th in her category- well done folks.

Sarah Griffin, Matt Donald and Kirsty Young will be racing in this "local" sprint Tri this weekend. This is a gem of a race so have a great time folks and we look forward to your race reports.

 Islay Triathlon 23rd June

This is the 20th Anniversary and is the oldest Triathlon in Argyll. What has become a season must for club members will see a good turn out with Alasdair Young, Rona Young, Hazel Whiston, Hazel Manson, Dave Payne, Rebecca Helliwell, Lorna MacGregor and Stephen Whiston & Cliff Acklam heading across the sea to enjoy the Island hospitality. Me thinks there might be a smidgen of inter club rivalry

Summer Solstice Club Cycle-22nd June

The annual club cycle homage to the longest day is on tonight with some variaitons to the Kilberry route proposed. Latest info on the club forum http://www.midargyllcycleclub.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=646  and check out Dave Smarts post on the clubs face book page.

Trossachs Ton 17th June

Results are in Dave and Anne finished in great order - well done guys first century complete:

 http://www.action.org.uk/trossachs_ton

Anne Smart is undertaking her first sportive on Sunday tackling 100km and three decent climbs as part of the Trossachs Ton.  She has enlisted the help of a rather poor domestique to support her attempt.  David is clear that his role is to deliver his team leader to the final strait in good fettle ready to challenge in the group sprint.  Match report to follow

Kintyre Way Relay Saturday 16th June 2012. 

I posted the below a few weeks ago. I'm going to help Rob with one of the sections. Is anyone else wanting to assist with the Clonaig the Clachan section on a mountain bike. 11 miles and you will have my company or I can cycle a wee bit behind if you prefer. Get in touch with me or Rob

Rob Reid, Event Organiser has been in touch. He is looking for assistance in marshalling the above event; in particular sweeping the various stages to ensure everyone is off the course.

The stages are Tarbert to Clachan 22 miles, Clachan to Carradale 24 miles, Carradale to Campbeltown 20 miles. The course is mountain bikeable (a couple of sections for fairly short distances will require to be on foot).

For your assistance you will be provided with food and a ceilidh, free of charge, at Campbeltown Bowling Club.

If you can assist call Rob on 01880 820440 for more information.http://www.kintyrewayrelay.co.uk/

Rabid

Mull of Kintyre 1/2 Marathon and 10K

Yet again a fantastic race in Campbeltown matched by superb performances by club members in both races..well done folks we were flying in really tough conditions

Results:  http://www.mokrun.com/results/2012/index.htm

MacQueen Bros Mid Argyll Triathlon 23rd Sept 2012

As at Sunday 3rd June only 32 individual places and 4 team spots left in this years race...going, going... 

Club Confined Cycling Time Trial - Thursday 31 May 2012

Second in the series of pain fests - results up on the Cycling Results page.  Thanks to Richard for timekeeping.

MacQueen Bros Mid Argyll Triathlon 23rd Sept 2012

Entries are now open for this years race on Entry Central so if you want to be on the start line an early entry guarantees a place!

http://www.entrycentral.com/index.php?festivalID=143

Hot Weather- Scorching Racing!

Edinburgh Half Marathon 27th May

Kirsty broke the 2 hour barrier  thats a great run! Results http://www.results.edinburgh-marathon.com/?pages_id=&action=search&year=2012emf_half&name=&number=&position=&sex=&category=

Kirsty Young heading to the nations capital to take part in this race- good luck Kirsty 

Aberfeldy Sprint Triathlon 27th May

Great performances by all with Rebecca just missing out on a podium in her category- well done folks Results;

 http://results.racetectiming.com/startpage.aspx?CId=33

Good turn out from the club this Sunday, Rebecca, Alisdair, Peter, Matt, Stephen, John R...it might get a touch competitive!

Clydebank 10K 24th May

Charles Ferguson and Andrew Gilthorpe  hoping to continue in their rich vein of form by doing this race on Thursday...good luck guys.

Helensburgh 10K 17th May

Results here- PBs all round well done guys:   http://www.winningtime.co.uk/index.php?page=results

Charles Ferguson, Andrew Gilthorpe and Toby Corner are heading to Helensburgh tonight to compete in the firs race of the polaroid series. Good luck guys hope you get a pb! 

Cycling and Triathlon events this weekend

North Berwick Novice Triathlon 13th May

Results - Well done Alisdair first event completed

 http://www.rstrain.ndtilda.co.uk/results_12/tri_nb/male.html

Good luck to Alisdair Young entering his first ever Tri this Sunday...whilst we all think he is favourite for the fastest swim split, his cycling and running is also up there now....enjoy

Bealach Beag 12th May

Results:  Julian in in a time of 3:08:02 - with a puncture, Stan 3:14:51 and Colin 3:14:53...looks like Stan could not resist the sprint for the line!...well done guys 

Julian Gascogine, Stan Phillips and Colin McFarlane heading north to take on the UK’s biggest road climb at 2053ft (626m) from sea level in just 6mls (10k) as part of a 43 mile sportive..who will be the king of the mountains

Caledonian Etape 13th May

Results are in Total RESPECT Martin in cycling in horrendous conditions yesteday and competing the course!!!- 5:33:20

 Martin Waterhouse is taking part in this monster sportive - Distance 130 km / 81 miles Total Ascent 1,949m / 6,393ft and there is a couple of premes-  Scott Sprint is a 1km section which is predominately straight and flat allowing that inner sprinter to shine while the King of the Mountains is a 2.1km, Category 4, climb - have a great cycle Martin

Triathlon Races this Weekend

Selkirk Triathlon- Sun 6th May

Matt and Peter heading to the Borders to compete in this Olympic distance event- will they improve on their 2011 times?

 Mid Lothian Triathlon - Sun 6th May

Results are up  well done KIrsty http://www.edinburghracing.co.uk/results/2012/Midlothian%20Sprint%20Results%202012.xls

Kirsty back in the Tri groove in Mid Lothian - have a great race Kirsty look forward to seeing your race report

Club Confined Cycling TT 03/05/12

Good turn out for the first TT of 2012, in good conditions with a tailwind to bring the cyclists home saw Julian but in a blistering ride for the first sub 30 min ride of the year and other PBs   Thanks to Hazel W for timing and Bill Young for taking a great series of photos of the TT - Results on cycling page.

Crinan Puffer 8.5- Sunday 29th April

Results are now up and can be found on the Crinan Puffer 8.5 page or via this link:

 http://www.midargyllcycleclub.co.uk/web/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=68&Itemid=98

What a race on Sunday, club members had a great race in perfect conditions- few photos on the club facebook page.  Cliff's journey to the finish line now captured in his excellent race report- see latest news.

Click link for pictures taken during the race. Colin Hunter holds the copyright but has generously allowed use of the photographs. Please don't abuse his kind deed! 

 https://www.dropbox.com/gallery/75531465/1/Crinan%20Puffer%208.5%202012%20%28All%20images%20by%20Colin%20Hunter.%20%20All%20images%20%C2%A9%20Colin%20Hunter%20Freelance%202012%29?h=d2db8c

Looks like a big turn out from the club for this fantastic race organised by the club, Mid Argyll Athletics and Mid Argyll Jog Scotland....weather looking good and the possibility of a gentle breeze behind...so PB potential...might also be some friendly rivalry...mind games already commenced!

 Club Cycling Time Trial Thursday 3rd May 2012 6.45pm

Yes the first one of the season -this is a club confined event- so if you are not a member you can't join in the fun!

First cyclist will be away sharp at 6.45pm.

Club membership cards will be issued to members on the night. So if you want to join in complete the membership via entry central  http://www.entrycentral.com/index.php?raceID=101065

Whats happening this weekend?

Sunday 22nd- London Marathon

John Rea is in the capital and has started the carbo loading process, visited the Expo and is starting race prep by getting kinaesthetic taped tomorrow?. Johns race number is 9868 if you want to follow him?

Scottish Gas National Open  Short Course Masters Championships 2012- Saturday 21/04/12

Martin Waterhoiuse is competing in this national swim meet - entering the 100 IM, 50, 100 and 200m freestyle. Out to improve his results and PBs from last year 

What a weekend for going long..everyone did fantastically well results are up see below!!

 Racing Season begining to commence, this Sunday, which looks like being dry and cold, club members will be cycling and running at:

Lochaber Marathon

Richards offical time 3:50:55  & Colins 4:11:58 for the 26 miles...great run guys...full results here:

 http://www.lochaberac.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/29th-Lochaber-Marathon-15th-April-2012.pdf

 Richard Barrie and Colin MacFarland heading to Fort William to tackle this 26 mile race. good luck guys, we understand the course is good for a pb at this distance...phew thats some distance

Scottish Bike show Sportive

What a cycle route- the hill coming back to Drymen the real killer but great runs by all and stunning scenery to savour- got to do the 100 next year?

Results here http://www.tdl.ltd.uk/index.php

Dave Smart, Julian Gascoigne and Stephen Whiston heading down to Balloch to tackle the 65 mile challenge with the small matter of the Dukes Pass to ascend.

Balloch to Clydebank Half Marathon

Kirsty had to withdraw, but Matt still went and recroded a PB of 1:29:36

Results here: http://www.sportstimingsolutions.co.uk/running_results_master.php?recordID=The%20Balloch%20To%20Clydebank%20Half%20Marathon%202012

Matt and Kirsty hoping to be on the start line (hope you have shaken off that cold Kirsty)

Kintyre Way Relay Saturday 16^th June 2012.  

Rob Reid, Event Organiser has been in touch. He is looking for assistance in marshalling the above event; in particular sweeping the various stages to ensure everyone is off the course.

The stages are Tarbert to Clachan 22 miles, Clachan to Carradale 24 miles, Carradale to Campbeltown 20 miles. The course is mountain bikeable (a couple of sections for fairly short distances will require to be on foot).

For your assistance you will be provided with food and a ceilidh, free of charge, at Campbeltown Bowling Club.

If you can assist call Rob on 01880 820440 for more information.http://www.kintyrewayrelay.co.uk/

Rabid

Madrid Half Marathon 01/04/12

Results are in great race by everyone; http://www.mediomaratonmadrid.es/mmm2012/la-carrera/resultados/ not clear what "fiesta type" celebrations have been going on?

On April 1, 2012, the Madrid Half Marathon will take over the city's main streets, starting and ending at the Retiro Park.
Enock Kipchirchir Mitei from Kenya and Soud Frehiwat Goshu from Ethopia won the 2011 edition,.

In 2012 the race will be graced by an all star cast from Mid Argyll Tri- Hazel W, Hazel M, Lorna and Diana will be lining up with the 12,000 + entrants. Have a great race ladies!

Oban Atlantis Race series 

The first race of the series a 10k is on tonight(27/03/12) starting at 6.30pm. Some members of the club heading up to run like the wind on what is going to be a cracking evening. Good luck folks

 http://www.atlantisleisure.co.uk/localraces.html

Stirling Duathlon 25/03/12

Results are up, Tim revelling in his new category pulled out a strong performance to complete the duatlon..who can foget the 6 loops of that hill! 2:18:03 a new PB great job

http://www.stirlingtriathlon.com/stirling-duathlon-results.html

 Tim heading over to compete in this 10k run, 40k bike & 5k run, looks like some great weather so looking for a PB?

Wee Triathlon- Fort William

 John Anderson great result at the Wee Triathlon in Fort William- 7 th overall, 3rd Vet and a cracking run 2nd fastest. Well done John- results here: http://www.nofussevents.co.uk/event/The-Wee-Triathlon/2762/

John Anderson is competing in this event on Saturday - good luck John first Tri of 2012.

Spring into Duathlon 2012

A bit late- but results here - well done Kirsty and Matt- strong fields and great performances.

 http://www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/news/article/116/spring_into_duathlon_challenge

Kirsty and Matt entered this 5km, 20km, 5km (RBR) at Strathclyde park on Sunday, results awaited, well done folks

2012 Club Membership Renewal

Just to let you know the membership for Mid Argyll Tri and Cycle Club has gone live on Entry Central. We would love to see you all back as club members for what will be a fantastic and memorable 2012 and as an added incentive the price remains unchanged at £12.00.

To renew your membership please follow the link below and complete the online form and payment

http://www.entrycentral.com/index.php?scrType=memberships

Winter Feast Duathlon- Arisiag Sauturday 18th Feb 

John got a great result yesterday 1st Vet - look forward to that race report 

http://www.nofussevents.co.uk/event/Winter-Feast-Duathlon-Series/2759/

y John Anderson entered this race- 10K run 20K bike and 5k - Jamie & Richard had great fun last year- good luck John might be snowy! on the beach!

Barnlusugan "Flash and Dash"- 7pm Friday 17th Feb - Club Training Event

Great turn out last nght, the rain held off and folk certainly Flashed as they Dashed- well done to Bay Watch, Ewen and Kieran who were first to brighten up the night sky. Thanks to Rona, Bill, Sally, Ali, Hazel M for time keeping, and photos. Results here and photos on the Gallery under Tri-anything

The prize for being the brightest- Hazel W the flasiest, Rebecca the brightest and Eilidh and Nadia were the brightest of the kids

Carnethy 5 Hill Race 11/02/11

Results are here:

 http://www.carnethy.com/ri_results/c5/c5_2012.htm

Good Luck to Rebecca, Dave and Peter running in this 5.5mile hill race on Saturday..when i say running have you seen the profile of the climbs! 

SCOTTISH SEA FARMS CRINAN PUFFER 8.5 

Over a hundred entries have now been received for the event. Two local men were 1st and 100th entrants, Dave Payne and Andy Law. Large contingent coming from Campbeltown Running Club but Giffnock North AAC, by far, has the largest number of entrants from an individual club. Thanks very much for your support.

Barnlusugan "Flash and Dash"- 7pm Friday 17th Feb - Club Training Event

Check out the clubs face book page for details...we are looking for the brightest amongst the club to light up the Loch

Masters Swimming Coach rota Jan & Feb

Barnlusugan "Shift that Turkey" duathlon- 08/01/12- 11.00am

Back and bigger then last year...or is that just because of the excesses of the season....this club confined, do it at your own risk for fun and the ultimate lollipop prize!...a nice flat 2 laps of the loch, followed by an MTB cycle up to the view point above the river add and a further 1 lap stroll around the loch.

Team and individual entries are available- drop whizzer an e-mail if you are planning to attend or confirm via the clubs face book page:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mid-Argyll-Triathlon-Cycle-Club/147294538637604

Bring your festive chittery bits to clear the larder for the triathletes, cyclists, swmmers and runners diet for 2012  "Olympic Year"!

Beinn Lora Hill Race 27/11/11

Results are in on this short but tough race!!!

 http://www.scottishhillracing.co.uk/RaceResults.aspx?RaceID=RA-0223&RaceYear=2011

Some members of the club heading up to Benderloch on Sunday to compete in this 5km hilll race...if you are intersted; http://www.scottishhillracing.co.uk/RaceDetails.aspx?RaceID=RA-0223

SCOTTISH SEA FARMS CRINAN PUFFER 8.5 2012

Its back! The 2012 8.5 mile flat running race will be held on Sunday 29th April 2012.

Ardrishaig to Crinan along the east bank of the beautiful Crinan Canal. Entries open around Christmas 

Tin Farm Five 6th November

Ormsary's lung busting, wood, beach and trail run is on this sunday with a good turn out from club members - weather looks great so should be a great race...good luck everyone 

MacQueen Bros Mid Argyll Triathlon 2011- Race Reports

Cliff Acklam posted his race experience, see latest news, from nightmare in T1 to a great finish on the run 

John Rea posted his personal race experience on his blog...another great read John

 http://www.daretotrilife.com/