Helensburgh 10K 17th May 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 weekendNorth 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 | Stage | Time of Day | Elapsed Time | Position | | Start | 07:16:47 | | 0 | | StSpr | 08:13:19 | 00:56:32 | 3407 | | StKOTM | 10:23:34 | 02:07:24 | 2706 | | Finish | 12:50:07 | 02:14:53 | 2546 | | Sprint | 08:16:11 | 00:02:52 | 1017 | | KOTM | 10:35:14 | 00:11:41 | 2556 |
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 WeekendSelkirk 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 03/05/12Good 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 AprilResults 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 16th 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 01/04/12Results 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 25/03/12Results 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 2012A 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 RenewalJust 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 EventGreat 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 11/02/11Results 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
Buchlyvie 10K 21st Jan Looking out the window, (ok it’s dark at the moment) it is wet windy and soggy, but that is not deterring a good turnout from the club for this early season flat trail race. Subject to the underfoot conditions there is a fair chance of a PB. So good luck everyone - Charles, Dave, Rebecca, Alistair, Colin, Richard, Stephen, Kirsty, Matt..Anyone else? The 2012 Season commences! Glen Nevis Duathlon 14/01/12- Results in Rebecca 4th senior female, John D 5th Vet Male, Peter unfortunately punctured so enjoyed the scenery on his second run. Well done guys Good luck to Rebecca, John D and Peter competing tomorrow- look forward to seeing the results and photos and of course a race report! Scottish Sea Farms Crinan Puffer 8.5 Entry open! http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/events/viewevent.asp?sp=&v=2&EN=67290&ms= Masters Swimming Coach rota Jan & FebVolunteers are listed below: Saturday 12th Jan. – Rona Thursday 19th Jan. – Hazel W, Saturday 21st Jan. – Peter, Thursday 26th Jan. – Tim, Saturday 28th Jan. – Martin, Thursday 2nd Feb. – Jo, Saturday 4th Feb. - Cliff CANCELLED- Barnlusugan Duathlon 08/01/12 Please note tomorrows club training event has been CANCELLED. New Years Honours 2011Graham MacQueen has been awared an MBE for services to charity in the Oban and Lorn area and Bill MacCallum has been awarded an MBE for services to sport in Argyll and Bute. From everyone at the club many congratulations to you both on these well deserved awards Barnlusugan "Shift that Turkey" duathlon- 08/01/12- 11.00amBack 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 27/11/11Results 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 2012Its 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 NovemberOrmsary'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 ReportsCliff 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/ |
