THE PULSE |JULY EDITION

'THE PULSE' | STC Newsletter July Edition

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CONTENTS
STC gives back
Club Training
Race Results & Achievements
Club Member Profile
Juniors Update
National Qualification Races
Uniform
Training Tips
Events
Sponsors

What's happening around the Club!

While it is often hard to stay motivated during the winter months, getting up on those cold mornings, members of the Shepparton Tri Club have remained very active during June. Many members taking on Cairns IM (in much warmer conditions than here) and we kicked off our Winter Duathlon Series.
Congratulations for all of you that keep getting up in the cold mornings and trainings and to those that came out to participate in, volunteer and support Race 1. See many more of you for Race 2.

We wish STC committee members Sharon Andronaco and Jason Shields all the best for safe travels and racing as they prepare to tackle Roth on Sunday. Good Luck. . May you race well and enjoy the drink at the end!

STC GIVES BACK TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

Following the AGM held in May, the members unanimously voted in favour of two large donations to go towards helping out some worthy local community groups. The club is pleased to announce that these donations, $10,000 for the Search & Rescue and $20,000 for the Emergency Department at GV Health will be put to good use.

The Search and Rescue are in great need of upgrading there boats due to changes in regulations for watercraft. This donation will allow the group to purchase/replace one new boat.

The Emergency Department at GV Health are purchasing two new crash carts equipment which will be used to provide greater care to our local community.

There will be formal presentations of cheques to these community groups in the near future. Stay tuned to our Facebook page for details.

CLUB TRAINING

THERE WILL BE NO MT SESSIONS FOR THE MONTH OF JULY.

MT sessions August - October
Tuesday & Thursday 6:00pm at the shed.

Once MT kicks off again in August we will have the added bonus of 10 new JETBLACK direct drive wind trainers.

These trainers feature:

- Direct Drive.
- Manual handlebar adjustment with 7 resistance levels
- Whisper quiet and smooth.
- Realistic road feel (long coast down times).
- Adjustable Resistance 0-1,200W.
- Ultra stable frame design. The widest ground contact point is positioned in line with the user’s centre of mass for rock-solid sprints or intervals.
- Folding frame design for easy storage.
- Once your cassette is installed, it’s ready to go out of the box.
- Compatible with 130mm x135mm and 12x143 Thru axle bikes.
- Compatible with 10/11 speed cassettes. Campy and XD drivers available
- No tyre wear.
- More accurate and repeatable resistance.

Download the app for FREE (or $19.12 to access more features) on your smart phone now so you can be ready first MT session back.

Saturday social rides will continue. Leaving the club shed at 8am.

FACEBOOK LINK FOR UPDATES

RACE RESULTS & ACHIEVEMENTS

"The Championship"
A massive well done to Wendy McHugh on her achievements at the "The Championship" Challenge Half Distance World Championships on June 3rd. Wendy finished the race in 5:54:32.

Cotswolds 113 Half Distance
Katie Flatters 6:08:00

Coral Coast Sprint
Sharon Andronaco 1:20:02 2nd 45-55

The warmer weather saw some great results at the Cairns IM. Congratulations to all those that participated, got a PB's or a placings. #sheppresent

Cairns IM
Shane Fitzsimmons 12:46:53 1st timer, Col Gleeson 13:33:51, Kylie Jones 14:36:25, Sarah Pye 13:16:46 1st timer, Steve Jones DNF due to injury, Sharon Andronco DNF as planned

Cairns 70.3
Jason Shields 4:24.12 3rd 40-44, Chris Pye 4:57:13, Miah Franzman 5:00:19 1st 50-55, Helen Reynolds 6:35:34, Christine Trevaskis 6:43:27, Carole McGregor DNF as planned

STC WINTER WARRIOR SERIES - RACE 1

The first of our Winter Warrior Series was well attended by both juniors and seniors. Braving the cold start the seniors participated in a 3.6km run, 9km ride, 1.8km run. We hope to have even bigger numbers for Race 2.

CLUB MEMBER PROFILE

Name: Steve Jones
Nickname: Jonesy
Favourite Food: Kebab
Favourite TV Show: Survivor
Achievements: 70.3's
Favourite Race: Half Marathons

JUNIORS UPDATE

Congutulations to all the juniors that braved the cold and raced in Race 1 of the Winter Duathlon Series. We look forward to seeing many more for Race 2 on 23rd July.
A special mention and well done to junior racers Liam Wilcox and Taryn Cameron who stepped up and raced in the seniors. Liam placing 3rd and Taryn placing 2nd.

Mum's and Dad's keep your eye on our Facebook page for regular updates as we keep our juniors in the loop and active participants of our Duathlon races.

FACEBOOK PAGE

NATIONAL QUALIFICATION RACES
From Triathlon Australia
Last week we were pleased to be able to announce the National Calendar of events chosen as selection races to qualify for the 2018 Australian Age Group World Championship Teams. With the Sprint, Standard and Open Paratriathlon Championships to be held on the Gold Coast there has been a heightened interest in this schedule. CEO, Miles Stewart says, “2018 marks another big year for triathlon in Australia, first the Commonwealth Games in April, and then the World Championships in September. I encourage everyone to ‘give it a go’ in representing your country at a home event, I can tell you first hand it’s an unforgettable experience." See the selection events.

UNIFORM
Uniform will be available at all STC events or alternatively you can
contact Sharon on 0417 341 737.

Don't forget we now have EFTPOS facilitates so you can still get your gear if you forget cash.

TRAINING TIPS

5 TRAINER WORKOUTS FOR WINTER
The indoor trainer is a dreaded but necessary part of many cyclist’s training program. While there are times in the season that an alternative activity—running, hiking or skiing—can fit well into a plan, sometimes there is a need to get on the trainer and complete a session. Read more.

Calendar of Events

STC Duathlon Winter Series Dates
Race 2: July 23rd ENTER HERE
Race 3: August 13th ENTER HERE
Race 4: (Dookie) September 10th

VICTORIAN DUATHLON SERIES

Come and experience the picturesque Yarra Boulevard course for Race 1 of the Victorian Duathlon Series. Featuring a course that undulates and curves as it follows the Yarra river and provides competitors with road and off-road run legs. Celebrate your starting line with us on August 13. See More.

OUR SPONSORS
A big shout out to our sponsors who support our club and make it all possible. Please support them in return whenever you can.