ActiveKix - Stories tagged with Triathlon

Avia Collaborates With World Famous Troy Lee Designs On Custom Bike Fo

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 13:02:53 GMT

AVIA, the leader in endurance sports training products, is proud to unveil its custom, Troy Lee designed triathlon bike for team member Angela Naeth. Based in southern California, Troy Lee Designs focuses on custom paint jobs for ""The World's Fastest Racers". For Lee's collaboration with AVIA, the design drew inspiration from fellow AVIA professional triathlete Kenny Souza's "Victory or Death" mantra with original artwork created specifically for Naeth.

Richard Ussher To Take On Challenge Wanaka

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 13:14:00 GMT

LAKE WANAKA, New Zealand (August 4, 2008) : Challenge Wanaka today announced world champion adventure racer, Richard Ussher will compete at Challenge Wanaka taking on New Zealand's toughest iron distance course on January 17, 2009.

"Getting Into 'Triathlon' Gear" A Workshop To Kick-Start Your Training

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 13:14:08 GMT

As spring approaches and days get longer and warmer, so the triathlon season swings into action. Triathlon training keeps you in excellent shape, and because you are focusing on three different sporting codes, you are much less likely to pick up an injury as often happens when training for just one sport. This is just one reason, why triathlons are becoming immensely popular in South Africa. To help you on your way to a great triathlon season, the Sports Science Institute of South Africa (SSISA) and New Balance are hosting a highly informative workshop entitled "Getting into 'triathlon' gear". It is sanctioned by WP Triathlon Association (WPTA) and in fact is combined with the opportunity to register with WPTA/TSA for the 2008-2009 season. The workshop is aimed at triathletes with some sprint distance triathlon experience, who are looking at participating in Olympic distance triathlons.

"Best Of The US" Invites Ohio's Elite To Race At The Vermilion Harbour

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:14:00 GMT

"Best of the US" Management and HFP Racing invite the triathletes of the Buckeye State to race at the 1st annual VERMILION HARBOUR OLYMPIC TRIATHLON / BEST OF THE US OHIO QUALIFIER, a great new intermediate distance race that will be staged in scenic Linwood Park in Vermilion on August 17.

Van Vlerken makes history in Roth

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:14:10 GMT

ROTH, Germany-On a record-setting day in Roth, defending champion Yvonne Van Vlerken of the Netherlands took out a dramatic win that smashed triathlon legend Paula Newby-Fraser's world record of 8:50:53 set here in 1994 with a scintillating 8:45:48. And proving that the bar has been lifted to new heights in women's triathlon, the second place woman-Hungary's Erika Csomor-also came in under Newby-Fraser's time, in 8:47:05. Third went to New Zealand's Gina Ferguson, in only her second year of Ironman racing, in 8:57:18. Australia's Belinda Granger, the 2005 champion, took fourth less than a minute behind Ferguson with fellow Aussie Rebekah Keat fifth in 9:02:34.

Subaru Vancouver Triathlon Attracts Ironman's Rising Stars

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:14:00 GMT

Rogers Sportsnet to Broadcast Event, Live Web Timing on Race Day This Sunday, Vancouver will play host to the Subaru Vancouver International Half and Sprint Triathlon at the beautiful Spanish Banks Beaches and University of British Columbia Endowment Lands. The race has attracted a number of Ironman Champions and rising stars as they prepare for Ironman Canada and the legendary Hawaii Ironman. Highlighting the women's event will be Hawaii's Bree Wee who is just coming off a strong 2nd place finish at Ironman Japan, and Canada's Heather Wurtele who recently won Ironman Coeur D'Alene. Other strong contenders on the women's side include American Katya Meyers who has already booked her ticket to Hawaii with a 5th place finish at Ironman France and Canada's Cheryl Murphy recently posted the fastest half marathon by a Canadian woman in the last 5 years. The men's race will be contested by former Ironman Champions Jasper Blake of Canada and Andriy Yastrebov of the Ukraine.

Comerford set sights on 4th Ironman event win in row at Austria

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 01:06:04 GMT

Britain's Bella Comerford has her sights on a 4th consecutive Ironman event win of the year at this weekend's Ironman Austria while her fiancée Stephen Bayliss hunts his third consecutive podium of the year. Bella has already finished first this year at Ironman South Africa, Ironman Lanzarote and Ironman 70.3UK, whilst Bayliss has finished 1st at Ironman South Africa and 2nd at the UK 70.3.

SWEEP Training for Beijing Athletes

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 13:14:10 GMT

A comedic take on the alternative training for the elements in Beijing (pollution, etc)..

OC Blazeman Triathlon: No PR, No Problem

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:14:08 GMT

The event was created in honor of Jon "Blazeman" Blais, who finished the Kona, HI Ironman in 2005 after being diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disaease).

Muslim wedding

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:22:31 GMT

Baynikah caters to the many muslim singles.Although designed for muslims in mind it also provides matrimonial platform for other non-muslim singles.What makes BayNikah.com unique to other sites is that it is totally 100% FREE.

Ironman and Olympic Hopefuls Set to Race at Subaru Shawnigan Lake Tria

Thu, 22 May 2008 13:14:09 GMT

Athletes representing 6 countries and 7 provinces are set to race in the Subaru Shawnigan Lake International Triathlon this weekend just outside of Victoria, Canada. The race will start with the blast of a Howitzer cannon for the Half Ironman distance race (1.9k swim, 90k bike, and 21k run) with a shorter sprint race starting soon after. This event will serve as the Subaru West Coast Triathlon Series Men's Championship and has attract professional triathletes Jasper Blake (2006 Ironman Canada Champion), Ukrainian Andriy Yastrebov (2007 Subaru Vancouver Half Iron Champion), Canadian Chris Brown (3rd at 2007 Ironman Canada), and American Jordon Rapp (3rd at 2008 Ironman Arizona).

"Best Of The US" Invites South Dakota's Best To Race At The Dakota Man

Tue, 13 May 2008 13:14:08 GMT

"Best of the US" Management and Race Director Howard Bich invite the triathletes of the Sunshine State to race at the third annual DAKOTA MAN / BEST OF THE US SOUTH DAKOTA QUALIFIER, a sprint course event at Lake Alvin, south of Sioux Falls on June 21. The fastest male and female resident amateurs will receive invitations to represent South Dakota at the "Best of the US National Championship" on October 26 at Tempe Towne Lake in Tempe, AZ. Top South Dakotans we hope to see at Lake Alvin on June 21 include former duathlon world champ Kim Fordham-Lien (2007 SD BOUS Representative), Amy Blackstone, Steph Badwound, Kathy Brady (2006 SD BOUS Representative), Sam Dannenbring (2006 & 2007 SD BOUS Representatives), Craig Harrison, Mieke Meyer, Tara Brodkorb, Jason Crisp, Lisa Gustin, Liz Burke, Cathy Diecs, David Farnsworth, Matt Maxon, Mary Fouberg, Gerald Kubiek, Mark Lavin, Kezia Manlove, Justin Manning and Katie Weaver-Jongerius.

"Best Of The US" Invites New Mexico's Finest To Race At The Milkman Tr

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:27:27 GMT

"Best of the US" Management and Race Director Larry Marshall invite the triathletes of the Land of Enchantment to race at the MILKMAN TRIATHLON / BEST OF THE US NEW MEXICO QUALIFIER in Dexter, NM on Saturday, June 7.

Slowtwitch.com to Provide Live Updates from Olympic Trials

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 01:44:03 GMT

Slowtwitch.com, a leader in online multisport news and information, will be providing live updates from this weekend's 2008 U.S. Olympic Trials in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The races are set for Noon (women) and 2:30 p.m. (men) Central Time on Saturday, April 19. You will be able to follow the action to see which male and female athlete will join Jarrod Shoemaker and Laura Bennett on the U.S. Olympic Team at September's Olympic Games in Beijing, China.

Whitfield and Snowsill Triumphant in Ishigaki

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 07:18:08 GMT

Sydney Olympic Champion Simon Whitfield of Canada continues his quest for another Olympic title with a win at the Ishigaki BG Triathlon World Cup today. Whitfield showed a field of top Olympians that he still has kick in his legs to claim his 11th world cup title, in a time of 1 hour 51 minutes and 12 seconds. Close behind in second was 2007 big prize money winner Rasmus Henning of Denmark, 10 seconds back. Rounding out the podium was Russia's Ivan Vasiliev another 11 seconds back, who just managed to outlast a charging Peter Robertson of Australia. In fifth was Britain's Tim Don, who also ran back from over a minute deficit after the bike to finish in the top-5.

Former Major League Baseball Player Set To Hit Home Run In Hawaii

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 11:29:06 GMT

Affectionately known as "Mr. Marlin," Jeff Conine of Major League Baseball's Florida Marlins, will compete in the 2008 Ford Ironman World Championship. On October 11, Conine, 41, will embark on his newest athletic endeavor since his recent retirement, and join 1,800 athletes in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, for the world's most challenging and prestigious endurance event.

Looking for Triathlon Stories?

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:07:23 GMT

Find out about the athletes looking to qualify for the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team

Nevada's Premier Triathlon Announces 2008 Event Date

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:07:31 GMT

March 19, 2008 - Frank Lowery, of Lowery's Multisport Races recently announced the City of Henderson and Christensen International Law will host the 4th annual Nevada Silverman Triathlon on Sunday, November 9, 2008. Featuring a 2.4 mile swim in Lake Mead, a 112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run that boasts a 2,000 foot elevation gain, the Silverman Triathlon is the race that will set triathletes apart from the mainstream.

USA Triathlon Teams With Wicked Fast Sports Nutrition

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:22:01 GMT

USA Triathlon (USAT) is pleased to announce the addition of Wicked Fast Sports Nutrition as a Bronze Sponsor. The first 3,000 USAT annual members and certified coaches to order Recover-Ease from Wicked Fast Sports Nutrition will pay only $9.95 shipping and handling for their first bottle of the Recover-Ease capsules valued at $39.95. Wicked Fast is also offering an ongoing purchase program for USAT coaches.

Masters Athlete Names Top 10 Triathlon Communities in North America

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:47:11 GMT

Masters Athlete, the magazine geared toward active, affluent adults 30 and older who live for the thrill of competition, has published its list of the top 10 places for Masters triathletes to live. Boulder, Colo., was named the No. 1 place in the U.S. for Masters triathletes to live, train and compete.

My Life As A True Survivor

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:58:01 GMT

My name is Alvin, I have survived a 6 month coma and 3/4th parilization and admin-istered the wrong-medication in1996, due to food poisoning. in . Inspired by Mr. Greg Lemond and later Mr. Lance Armstrong, on a old Swin Prolog I've competed in T.T., STP's while raising money for the Make A Wish Foundation. As a former Scout Leader, I'm very active in giving back to peple living in unfortunate situations. In order that I may continue my journey in making a difference, I'm aking for your help with donations (Triathlete) Thank you, Please e-mail me at: survivingathlete@yahoo.com for more info and my true story.

SheROX Triathlon Announces National Expansion

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 12:16:01 GMT

Hosting three all-women events in 2008 - SheROX Philadelphia, SheROX Charlotte and SheROX Tempe, AZ

Ironman China Announces Title Sponsor

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 14:36:11 GMT

Ironman China is pleased to announce that CLSA Asia-Pacific Markets ('CLSA'), Asia's leading independent brokerage and investment group, has become the title sponsor of Ironman China 70.3., China's inaugural Ironman event to be held on 20 April in Haikou on the destination island of Hainan, China.

My Life Journey as a Survivor a true story

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 00:00:44 GMT

My Life Journey as a Survivor THE FOLLOWING IS BASED ON A TRUE STORY Hi, my name is Alvin, After playing basketball during high school, I had major plans for my future. During the year 1997 I became ill, which at first I thought was just a bad could or the flue, even so, I left for work one evening and collapsed unconscious outside the door of my employer. When I came to, I was in the emergency room. The doctors diagnosed me with having extensive food poisoning after eating Terioki chicken for lunch. The doctors gave a shot to treat the infection; unfortunately it was the wrong injection. I began having violent grandmal seizures back to back in the emergency room. When conscious, I told them to please make it stop! They gave me another shot to better control the seizures, but they never treated the initial infection nor were they able to stop the seizures. It wasn't long before my body went into shock, as I slipped into a coma. Six months or so had passed before regaining consciousness. I under went extensive rehabilitation and physical therapy, while learning how to walk again. They felt my chances of a fully recover were very slim. When no one was around, my nurse, began slapping and spitting in my face, telling me, "you'll never make it, just look at you, you are just like all the rest, you'll never amount to anything in your life" as she left the room. As time had passed, it wasn't long before they felt it was time for me to go home and get used to my surroundings. It was tough. I was still having seizures and the medication made me vary tired and not able to function well. While at home, glancing through the TV channels on, the Tour De France was taking place. I hadn't seen nor heard of anything like it in my life. As Mr. Greg Lemond was being interviewed. He spoke of recovering from a car accident, his age, his will, and determination to return to the sport he enjoyed. Just then, something amazing happened, I decided to completely give up the sport of basketball and pursue cycling, not realizing it was going to help me get better. I didn't have a bike of my own. I sought out books and magazines on dietary essentials for cyclist and how to build a road race bike, like the ones I saw on TV. I took on little jobs here and there, cleaning windows and washing cars. While building my first Shwinn Prolog Road Time Trial bike from scratch, The frame was dented and rusted it needed a lot of work. After I finished painting and building the bike I soug

USA Triathlon Announces Olympic Team Support Staff

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:16:15 GMT

USA Triathlon is pleased to announce the six-member team that will support the Olympic athletes at this summer's Olympic Games in Beijing, China.