Last night’s workout was a practice DUATHLON (run-bike-run) .   Six weeks into our program, it was an opportunity for newcomers to put the pieces together while vets could work on their training.

It was a beautiful night at Fancy Lake for the big turnout … is summer finally here ?!?

This concludes our bike/run bricks and we look forward to adding lake swims as part of the weekly program.

Lots of smiles last night (more photos on our FACEBOOK Group) … none more than Ken pictured above!

The Bridgewater Triathlon Club held their annual spring tri-camp on Saturday April 16th at various locations around Lunenburg.

Under the careful guidance of Coach Colin, we swam, ran and biked followed by a most delicious supper at Scuttlebutt.  Many thanks to Jen for her support.

Congratulations to all the participants … by all measures you’re heading into a good season!

ABOUT TRI-CAMP

This is the fourth year for a spring tri-camp by the Bridgewater Triathlon Club.  Open to all members, its an opportunity to see how your training is coming together as we head into the race season.

There will be a 12 week, run interval practice starting on Thursday March 31, 2011 from 6-7pm.

It will be held at various locations around Bridgewater (ie: track, trail).

This practice would be suitable for someone who is currently running and wants to run faster.  As part of a running program, it is a proven, effective way to improve your pace.

The practice will be coached by Colin Edaward.   The cost is $20. Space is limited to 25.

To register or for questions, send an email to tom.rogers57@gmail.com

This practice is open to everyone, you do not have to be a member of the BTC.

All proceeds after our expenses will be donated to ProKids.

There is no need to reserve a spot, just make sure to show up ready to run (inside and out).  So start practicing your pacing skills and see you on the 21st!

What’s a prediction run?

For starters, this run has no watches, HRMs, GPS or any kind of music device.  On the day of the race the distance and route will be given out.  Based on this information you PREDICT your time which will be recorded then compared to your actual time.   The closest prediction to their time wins.  Speed is not relevant which means you have as good a chance as anyone to win!  All you need is to listen to your body and maybe a tiny bit of luck!

• When: Tuesday December 21, 2010
• Where: HB Studios Sports Centre, Bridgewater, NS
• Time: 6:00pm start
• Distance: 5-7Kms
• Cost: $5 plus a non perishable food item for the Food Bank

Prize will be given to the overall winner (closest to their time).

Questions? please contact Cliff Worden-Rogers at bridgewatertriclub@gmail.com

What: Aquathlon – swim 350m / run 2k / swim 350m / run 1.6k (distances are approximate)

How : individually or as a team, first swim lap you can wear a wetsuit, second lap must be without a wetsuit

When: Sunday July 25, 2010, race start at 6:30pm, pre-race meeting at 6:20pm

Where: Mush-a-mush Municipal Beach [ map ]

Cost: no charge

Notes:

• FUN EVENT – PARTICIPATE AT YOUR OWN RISK AND YOUR ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY
• open to all
• timed event, BTC members can use th epoints in the BTC Race Series and Warrior Award
• random draw for a very cool xterra t-shirt

Questions?  contact bridgewatertriclub@gmail.com

Location: Riverport Elementary School

Cost : $20

Race start time:  10:00am

Register at the school before 9:30am

Registration form : http://rdes.ednet.ns.ca/Osprey%205K%20Run%20registration%20form%2007.htm

Questions?  contact the school at 766-2400

The BTC held its benchmark tri-camp this past weekend.  The particpants were able to gauge their swim, bike and run fitness levels as we head into the 2010 race season..

Many thanks to the volunteers — Neil Clarkson and Norma Patterson were on course and as well as photos from Tim Brooks and Travis Angel.

And a big thank you to Rosanne at emOcean for their great support with the facilities.

More photos are at our Photo Album

BTC member Steve Saunders is off to the 114th running of the Boston Marathon, taking place on Monday April 19th.  Its been a long comeback after breaking his leg in 2007.

Steve’s bib numer is 17950 and you can follow his progress on race day at : http://www.baa.org

Steve starts in the second wave beginning at 10:30 am ET (11:30 am Atlantic Time) along with the other 24,000 runners.

It takes place at North Queens High School, 40 West Caledonia Road, Caledonia. Queens County and is a fundraiser for the athletic fund of North Queens High School

The course is out and back with one small hill at the end.

The fee is $20.00 and same day registration starts at 11.00am.

There is a reception after with draw prizes.  Medals are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places in each age category.

For info or to pre-register, please call Barry Fisher at 685-2618 or email to barry.nita@ns.sympatico.ca

If you support this initiative, you can sign a petition that is circulating within the BTC (Fieldhouse at the spin on Mar 16 and Mar 25 or the swims on Wed Mar 17, Sun Mar 21 or Wed Mar 24)

You can also email Laura Barkhouse at the Municipality of Lunenburg and indicate your support.  Laura’s email is lbarkhouse@modl.ca

The petition says :

To the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg:  We support the following improvements to Highway 332 for safe hiking and biking:

          o Paved, usable shoulders
          o Guardrails as necessary to meet provincial guidelines
          o Major upgrade of the road surface
          o Increased signage alerting all users to share the road