Thursday, January 3, 2013
Saturday, December 29, 2012
A brief report and results from the Winterduathlon in Kasterlee
Here it is in Flemmish.
http://www.winterduathlonkasterlee.be/?/pages/
And here in a rather poor English translation.
http://www.microsofttranslator.com/BV.aspx?ref=IE8Activity&a=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.winterduathlonkasterlee.be%2F%3F%2Fpages%2F
http://www.winterduathlonkasterlee.be/?/pages/
And here in a rather poor English translation.
http://www.microsofttranslator.com/BV.aspx?ref=IE8Activity&a=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.winterduathlonkasterlee.be%2F%3F%2Fpages%2F
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Powerman Zofingen's 25th year!
Hard to believe its been 25years for this iconic duathlon. I remember when this race had the biggest payday of any multisport competition IM Hawaii included. All the big names came out for this brutal test! Thanks to everyone on the PM staff who has helped to resurect this great race! Our hats are off to you! Zofingen is duathlon hallowed ground :) Cool new website layout too.
http://www.powerman.ch/
http://www.powerman.ch/
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
I bet Santa rides one of these :)
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Monday, December 17, 2012
Say it aint so!
Well, from what I can gather from this article Joerie Vansteelant is defecting to the dark side. He's started swimming and is doing the Hawaii IM in 2015! Duathlon may be losing another great one :(
http://www.nieuwsblad.be/sportwereld/cnt/DMF20121214_00402957
http://www.nieuwsblad.be/sportwereld/cnt/DMF20121214_00402957
Friday, December 14, 2012
Winter Training. The Bike.
Those of us who live in snowy regions can at times find it difficult to bike outdoors but depending on how adventurous you are it can be done.
The proper wardrobe is crucial if one is to cycle outside during the colder months. Winter cycling gear can be expensive but do some searching around on places such as ebay or bikenashbar and you can find some good deals.
Ok, here is my list of cycling essentials for winter riding.
1. Good base layer clothing (Craft etc....)
2.Windproof tights (bib style will keep you warmer)
3.Winter weight long sleeve jersey
4.Windproof insulated jacket
5.Lobster type insulated and windproof gloves.
6.Facemask/Balaclava
7.Neoprene insulated shoe covers
8.You may also want to invest in some bib knickers and an insulated vest for those not so cold days too.
Layering is important, I have found that a few lighter layers is much better than one heavy layer.
As far as you choice of bike, I feel that either a cyclocross style or mountain bike works best for me. The speeds are slower and tires have more traction for bad road conditions. A lighting system both front and rear are good ideas as well unless you plan on riding only during daylight hours.
Even with all of the gear above, some days its just too cold and miserable to get out and ride so thats where an indoor trainer comes in to play. You can go as simple or elaborate as you like in this department but it is a valuable training tool for a cold weather athlete.
I wish you luck in your training this winter season!
The proper wardrobe is crucial if one is to cycle outside during the colder months. Winter cycling gear can be expensive but do some searching around on places such as ebay or bikenashbar and you can find some good deals.
Ok, here is my list of cycling essentials for winter riding.
1. Good base layer clothing (Craft etc....)
2.Windproof tights (bib style will keep you warmer)
3.Winter weight long sleeve jersey
4.Windproof insulated jacket
5.Lobster type insulated and windproof gloves.
6.Facemask/Balaclava
7.Neoprene insulated shoe covers
8.You may also want to invest in some bib knickers and an insulated vest for those not so cold days too.
Layering is important, I have found that a few lighter layers is much better than one heavy layer.
As far as you choice of bike, I feel that either a cyclocross style or mountain bike works best for me. The speeds are slower and tires have more traction for bad road conditions. A lighting system both front and rear are good ideas as well unless you plan on riding only during daylight hours.
Even with all of the gear above, some days its just too cold and miserable to get out and ride so thats where an indoor trainer comes in to play. You can go as simple or elaborate as you like in this department but it is a valuable training tool for a cold weather athlete.
I wish you luck in your training this winter season!
Winter Training. The Run
Now that a large portion of the US is headed for the deep freeze of winter I thought it may be nice to throw out a few winter training tips for us in the northern climes.
Just because its darker and colder doesn't mean you have to give up your outdoor training runs, if you dress properly and use some common sense even the coldest temperatures are tolerable.
Your wardrobe is key this time of year so a few wise investments in clothing can make all the difference.
Here is what is in my winter running closet.
1. Windproof lightweight jaket.
2. Running tights.
3. Long sleeve shirt.
4.Sleeveless base layer.
5.Windproof briefs (very important:)
6. Stocking cap.
7. Balaclava.
8.Lightweight windproof gloves.
9.Windproof over mittens for really cold days.
10.Trail running shoes with good traction for snowy days.
11.Headlamp for those first 20 or so minuets of my run that is dark.
I combine different layers depending on the outdoor temperature and have used this method with good success for many years.
The only way I dont run outside is if it is well below zero with a fierce wind or if its too icy for good footing.
I know much of this is common sense but just thought Id share my experience.
Good luck in your training!
Just because its darker and colder doesn't mean you have to give up your outdoor training runs, if you dress properly and use some common sense even the coldest temperatures are tolerable.
Your wardrobe is key this time of year so a few wise investments in clothing can make all the difference.
Here is what is in my winter running closet.
1. Windproof lightweight jaket.
2. Running tights.
3. Long sleeve shirt.
4.Sleeveless base layer.
5.Windproof briefs (very important:)
6. Stocking cap.
7. Balaclava.
8.Lightweight windproof gloves.
9.Windproof over mittens for really cold days.
10.Trail running shoes with good traction for snowy days.
11.Headlamp for those first 20 or so minuets of my run that is dark.
I combine different layers depending on the outdoor temperature and have used this method with good success for many years.
The only way I dont run outside is if it is well below zero with a fierce wind or if its too icy for good footing.
I know much of this is common sense but just thought Id share my experience.
Good luck in your training!
Thursday, December 13, 2012
A little bit of "hel" in Belgium
For any of you hearty souls out there here is a bit of offroad duathlon insanity in Belguim on the 23rd. http://www.winterduathlonkasterlee.be/
Monday, March 16, 2009
Duathlon International Casablanca
Here is a race for you adventurous types that have a bad case of wanderlust.
The "Duathlon International Casablanca" in Morocco on June 7th.
E-mail : triathlonduathlon@gmail.com
Site Internet : http://www.triathlon.on.ma
The "Duathlon International Casablanca" in Morocco on June 7th.
E-mail : triathlonduathlon@gmail.com
Site Internet : http://www.triathlon.on.ma
Thursday, March 5, 2009
2009 Concord ITU Duathlon Worlds
The 2009 Concord ITU Duathlon World Championships will take place in Concord, N.C. September 24-27, 2009.
The United States hosted the ITU Long Distance Duathlon World Championships in Richmond, Va., back in 2007 and is thrilled to be hosting a World Championship event once again.
http://www.usatriathlon.org/event/event/1072
The United States hosted the ITU Long Distance Duathlon World Championships in Richmond, Va., back in 2007 and is thrilled to be hosting a World Championship event once again.
http://www.usatriathlon.org/event/event/1072
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
No Canadian Duathlon Championships for 09?
I just heard from a second hand source that there will be no 2009 Canadian Duathlon Championships. Supposedly they didn't have a RD that wanted to host the event.
They will use a few other races to choose their worlds team.
Can anyone chime in and verify this? I looked at tricanada's site and couldn't find anything.
Sad indeed.
They will use a few other races to choose their worlds team.
Can anyone chime in and verify this? I looked at tricanada's site and couldn't find anything.
Sad indeed.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Cool promo video for 09 ETU du champs
Here's a cool promo video for the 09 ETU Duathlon Championships on youtube.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifcZFyl-jfE&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifcZFyl-jfE&feature=related
DesertClassic Du 09 is in the books.
TRISPORTS.COM DESERT CLASSIC DUATHLON
3.5 MILE TRAIL RUN, 21 MILE ROAD COURSE, 2.7 MILE TRAIL RUN
MCDOWELL MOUNTAIN PARK, PHOENIX, ARIZONAFEBRUARY 22, 2009
ELITE WOMEN'S TOP 10 RESULTS
1. KIM LOEFFLER 1:35:47.8 2. REBECCAH WASSNER 1:37:03.6 3. KATIE ELLIS 1:38:04.2 4. RUTH VANDERMEIJDEN 1:39:28.7 5. AMANDA LOVATO 1:39:33.1 6. ULI BROMME 1:39:34.2 7. KATHRYN KASISCHKE 1:39:51.9 8. AMANDA FELDER 1:40:32.8 9. STEFANIE BOUMA 1:40:38.6 10. TERI ALBERTAZZI 1:40:45.2
ELITE MEN'S TOP 10 RESULTS
1. CHRIS FOSTER 1:23:48.4 2. JOZEPH MAJOR 1:25:23.5 3. JOSHUA MERRICK 1:25:47.1 4. LEWIS ELLIOTT 1:26:17.4 5. ARMAND VAN DER SMISSEN 1:26:36.9 6. DAVID THOMPSON 1:27:09.7 7. DEREK YOREK 1:27:15.3 8. GREG REMALY 1:27:24.6 9. BENJAMIN HOFFMAN 1:28:37.1 10. TIM DEBOOM 1:29:41.
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3.5 MILE TRAIL RUN, 21 MILE ROAD COURSE, 2.7 MILE TRAIL RUN
MCDOWELL MOUNTAIN PARK, PHOENIX, ARIZONAFEBRUARY 22, 2009
ELITE WOMEN'S TOP 10 RESULTS
1. KIM LOEFFLER 1:35:47.8 2. REBECCAH WASSNER 1:37:03.6 3. KATIE ELLIS 1:38:04.2 4. RUTH VANDERMEIJDEN 1:39:28.7 5. AMANDA LOVATO 1:39:33.1 6. ULI BROMME 1:39:34.2 7. KATHRYN KASISCHKE 1:39:51.9 8. AMANDA FELDER 1:40:32.8 9. STEFANIE BOUMA 1:40:38.6 10. TERI ALBERTAZZI 1:40:45.2
ELITE MEN'S TOP 10 RESULTS
1. CHRIS FOSTER 1:23:48.4 2. JOZEPH MAJOR 1:25:23.5 3. JOSHUA MERRICK 1:25:47.1 4. LEWIS ELLIOTT 1:26:17.4 5. ARMAND VAN DER SMISSEN 1:26:36.9 6. DAVID THOMPSON 1:27:09.7 7. DEREK YOREK 1:27:15.3 8. GREG REMALY 1:27:24.6 9. BENJAMIN HOFFMAN 1:28:37.1 10. TIM DEBOOM 1:29:41.
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Friday, February 20, 2009
Elite Field at DesertClassic Du is Stacked!
Damn folks! its going to be quite the horse race! I foresee a punishing pace from the gun.
Here is the most current list of elites:
Ruth VanDerMeijden F 24 Elite - Female
Angela Axmann F 25 Flagstaff AZ Elite - Female
Stefanie Bouma F 26 Elite - Female
Amanda Lovato F 36 Boulder CO Elite - Female
Anne Curi-Preisig F 42 Falmouth MA Elite - Female
Uli Bromme F Elite - Female
Heidi Sarna F Chicago IL Elite - Female
Rebeccah Wassner F Elite - Female
Kim Loeffler F Elite - Female
Amanda Felder F 27 La Jolla CA Elite - Female
Kathryn Elaine Kasischke F 32 San Diego CA Elite - Female
Teri Albertazzi F 36 Tucson AZ Elite - Female
David Thompson M 31 St Paul MN Elite - Male
Josh Phillips M 32 Denver CO Elite - Male
Armand Van Der Smissen M 40 Elite - Male
Blake Becker M P Madison WI Elite - Male
Benjamin Hoffman M Durango Co Elite - Male
Jozeph Major M Elite - Male
Lewis Elliott M Elite - Male
Justin Arnold M 22 La Jolla CA Elite - Male
Ethan Brown M 23 Lowell MA Elite - Male
Derek Yorek M 25 Alamosa CO Elite - Male
Chris Foster M 26 Redondo Beach CA Elite - Male
Joshua Merrick M 27 Lakewood CO Elite - Male
Greg Remaly M 28 Mill Valley CA Elite - Male
Stephen Patrick Hannaman M 29 Scottsdale AZ Elite - Male
Dave McDermott M 39 Phoenix AZ Elite - Male
Bruce Bird M 40 Toronto ON Elite - Male
Here is the most current list of elites:
Ruth VanDerMeijden F 24 Elite - Female
Angela Axmann F 25 Flagstaff AZ Elite - Female
Stefanie Bouma F 26 Elite - Female
Amanda Lovato F 36 Boulder CO Elite - Female
Anne Curi-Preisig F 42 Falmouth MA Elite - Female
Uli Bromme F Elite - Female
Heidi Sarna F Chicago IL Elite - Female
Rebeccah Wassner F Elite - Female
Kim Loeffler F Elite - Female
Amanda Felder F 27 La Jolla CA Elite - Female
Kathryn Elaine Kasischke F 32 San Diego CA Elite - Female
Teri Albertazzi F 36 Tucson AZ Elite - Female
David Thompson M 31 St Paul MN Elite - Male
Josh Phillips M 32 Denver CO Elite - Male
Armand Van Der Smissen M 40 Elite - Male
Blake Becker M P Madison WI Elite - Male
Benjamin Hoffman M Durango Co Elite - Male
Jozeph Major M Elite - Male
Lewis Elliott M Elite - Male
Justin Arnold M 22 La Jolla CA Elite - Male
Ethan Brown M 23 Lowell MA Elite - Male
Derek Yorek M 25 Alamosa CO Elite - Male
Chris Foster M 26 Redondo Beach CA Elite - Male
Joshua Merrick M 27 Lakewood CO Elite - Male
Greg Remaly M 28 Mill Valley CA Elite - Male
Stephen Patrick Hannaman M 29 Scottsdale AZ Elite - Male
Dave McDermott M 39 Phoenix AZ Elite - Male
Bruce Bird M 40 Toronto ON Elite - Male
Monday, February 16, 2009
Looking for Ideas
Hi all in duathlon land.
I am looking for your input as to what you think will resurrect duathlon. Throw me some ideas at what you'd like to see at races. I have proposed a"National Parks Department Duathlon Series" held in some of the most scenic US Parks. Shorter distances and possibly culminating in a series championships? Think back to the Coors Light days but only the US Parks Dept as sponsor. Your thoughts?
I am looking for your input as to what you think will resurrect duathlon. Throw me some ideas at what you'd like to see at races. I have proposed a"National Parks Department Duathlon Series" held in some of the most scenic US Parks. Shorter distances and possibly culminating in a series championships? Think back to the Coors Light days but only the US Parks Dept as sponsor. Your thoughts?
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