News
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02/09/10
Good luck to all club members running in Dingle at the weekend - half, full & ultra marathons. Go n’eírí an bóthar leat!
01/09/10
All Tri Kingdom Come photos now uploaded on website gallery page. Thanks to all of the photographers for their work; Tom Reidy, James O’Loughlan, Eimear Griffin, Donal Dowling & Kerry’s Eye. If any members require high resolution copies of any photos, please email Gerry @ glgeaney@eircom.net with photo details.
01/09/10
Swim this evening in Fenit @ 6:15pm. Coffee & chat afterwards in Cafe.
20/08/10
Please see the video mail received from Tri Kingdom Come competitor, Liam Kennedy. Liam was kind enough to go to the trouble of providing this feedback. Many thanks to Liam and all of his friends for making the journey. Glad they enjoyed the day.
19/08/10
Impress the Roses at this Years Rose of Tralee Festival as Tralee Triathlon Club hosts SwimFest 2010.
Join us this coming Saturday Aug 21st at 11.30am for Rose of Tralee Swim Fest. Where in association with the Rose of Tralee, Tralee Triathlon Club and along with other swimming clubs in the county will compete for the inaugural Rose Challenge Cup in a race from the Lock Gates in Blennerville to the Marina Appartments (750m). Roses & Escorts will be in attendance cheering you on.
Canal water quality has been sampled and monitored every 2 weeks since the 4th May. Overall Result 2 percentage points short of Blue Flag quality. To see full report prepared by David Lenihan, Senior Chemist, Kerry County Council, Click Here. To view interpretation of the results, Click Here.
Registration 11am. There is no entry fee. Just club bragging rights at stake! Park in the Windmill car park, Blennerville, Tralee. Contact Details: info@trikingdomcome.ie and 087 7842969 (Dave)
19/08/10
Click here for a video of Tri Kingdom Come which has been posted on Youtube by person/s unknown. Well done to whoever is behind this video, there’s a lot of work gone into it.
19/08/10
Don’t forget the Rose of Tralee Swimfest on Saturday @ 11.30am going from the Canal Lock Gates to the Basin Marina. All club members are encouraged to take part in this exiciting event. Promises to be a fun filled family day out with Water Zorbing & Hamster Balls on the canal. Banna Sea Rescue rib will be in attendance & Outdoors Ireland will also be organising kayak trips on the canal. See you all there!
18/08/10
Below is a photo of club member, Trish Fitzpatrick, together with her colleagues from the Garda Triathlon team who competed in the Police Tri European Championships in Kitzbühel, Austria at the weekend. Trish is pictured 3rd from the left. Click here for a report of the weekend.
18/08/10
Phew!! That was a close one. Anyone who tried to access the website in the last 18 hours will have encountered problems viewing the site. In my haste to do some updates and add photos etc, I accidentally unplugged the computer and spilled coffee over the printer & the dog chewed the flex as well…. serious stuff!! But all hail our webman, Dave Hogan, he came to the rescue with a whole load of tools & other bits, together with a load of techi jargon and he got me out of the smelly stuff!! Maith an fearr, Dave.
16/08/10
Some photos of Tri Kingdom Come have been added to the gallery page. More to follow as they become available. If you have any photos you would like to be posted, please email them to Gerry @ glgeaney@eircom.net.
16/08/10
A photo of the start of Tri Kingdom Come showing the first wave of the swim entering the water while wave 2 (yellow hats) are waiting to move into position.
15/08/10
Congratulations to Mark Nolan for his victory in Banna beach today. The fantastic conditions together with a huge turnout of support for the athletes, helped to make the day one to remember. A huge thank you to all involved – participating triathletes from near & far, volunteers, sponsors, Banna Sea Rescue, spectators and not forgetting mother nature – all contributing to a most memorable inaugural event for the club. More to follow in the coming days including photos. In the meantime, click on the link for results provided by ChipIT Race Timing Systems - Trikingdomcomeresults
12/08/10
Entry into Tri Kingdom Come is now closed and the race list is finalised. For event updates, please check the event page or homepage. See you all on Sunday.
12/08/10
Club member, Trish Fitzpatrick, will be representing Ireland this weekend (Sunday, 15th August) in Austria. As part of the “Dextro Energy” Triathlon World Championship Series being held in Kitzbühel in the Austrian Alps, the Police Tri European Championships are also taking place on Sunday. This is a competition involving triathlon teams from the police forces of Europe. Trish, as part of the Garda Triathlon Team, will be representing Ireland against teams from the police forces of Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, France, Spain, Great Britain, Switzerland Slovakia, Spain, Ukraine, Netherlands, Slovenia, Slovakia, Czech Republic & Hungary. For further details on the event, click here. So while we are swimming, cycling & running around the sands of Banna on Sunday, Trish will be swimming the lakes and cycling & running the roads of the Austrian Alps. Best of luck to Trish & her colleagues on Sunday.
09/08/10
Well done to Club members Milosz Wojcik, Joe O’Connor, Fergus McCarthy, Aidan Blackwell & Colm Nagle for competing in the Little Bo Peep olympic distance event in Kenmare at the weekend. Milosz finished in 15th position with a superb time of 02:15:29. Well done to all.
08/08/10
The deadline for entries for Tri Kingdom Come has now passed & the race is closed. Well done to everyone who has entered. The competitor briefing document will be posted on our homepage in the coming days. Keep checking back for further updates. Looking forward to seeing you all in Banna next Sunday.
06/08/10
Our friends in The Chain Gang Cycle Club are having their annual sportives on Saturday 18th September. This years event is suitable for cyclists of all abilities. If you are interested in taking part, please see their website for further details. Anyone willing to carry out marshalling duties on the day should contact Tomás at chairperson@thechaingang.cc.
06/08/10
Huge congratulations to club member Ken Keohane who competed in the Ironman in Nice, France recently. Ken competed wearing the black & amber of Tralee Triathlon Club and put in a gruelling but fantastic 13hr performance over the 3.8km swim, 180km cycle & 42km (full marathon) run. In a field of 2,700 triathletes, representing 61 countries, Ken has done his club & indeed his country proud. Among the pics below, Ken is pictured with his No. 1 fan & fellow club member, Niamh.
04/08/10
Club swim this Sunday evening @ 6pm in Fenit. Good gang expected for training session before tri kingdom come.
Also keep 21st August free for Rose of Tralee Swimfest. More details to follow.
26/07/10
Some news from our secretary Bill:
‘I was wondering if you could forward this mail to your triathlon club members to see if they are interested in doing Clonakilty Duathlon on 19th September 2010. Just to let you know Entries for Clonakilty Triathlon Club Duathlon went online today on Run Ireland. (see link below)
The distances will be 3km run, 20km cycle and 3km run. This is the first Clonakilty Triathlon club event and will be a push to hold a Triathlon in Clonakilty in 2011.
All details include the cycle and run route are on the Run Ireland website.
Thanks for your assistance
Kind regards
Darragh
http://www.runireland.com/events/clonakilty-duathlon
July 24th
Swimming: There is NO club sea- swim this weekend. Swimming to resume August 1st. Details to be announced.
Training: On-going training: Please refer to FACEBOOK for all the latest regarding training events. Training has become more individually based since summer time and in the run up to the various events. See training page for details.
Tri Kingdom Come Update: There are still places left in our inaugural triathlon. You may participate as an individual or as a team. Click on club logo (top left) and please follow our link to TRI-KINGDOM COME for all details regarding our club’s first ever triathlon. Cost €40 per individual or €80 per relay.
Thanks to the Martin Tierney for arranging Garda cover for the event.
Saturday
Please note there is NO swim authorised by Tralee Triathlon Club this Sunday. Swim deferred until Sunday next August 1st. Details to follow. Mike, (Club Chairman).
SUNDAY BRICK SESSION: Those interested in BRICK (BIKE/RUN) session THIS Sunday should contact Mike on 086 2207222 to arrange a suitable time.
Thursday July 15th
Brick session (all abilities) from Adam’s Garage tonight 7.15pm. Cycle to Castleisland, hill run on return toTralee. All welcome. Mike
Wednesday July 14th
Brick Session cancelled this evening. Please note that Wednesday’s brick session with Milosz is for advanced triathletes. Sunday afternoon’s brick (at 4pm Banna – comprising of a cycle to Ballyheigue and back + 5k run on Banna Strand) is for all abilities.
Sunday afternoon swim 6pm Banna. (why not try the brick beforehand at 4pm Banna?)
Friday 9th July
Donald Walsh Memorial Swim is happening this Sunday 11th July, 6.30pm start. This is swim is being run by Tralee Bay Swimming Club. This swim begins at Locke’s Beach adjacent to the pier and finishes at the bathing slip. In order to get the race underway on time, entrants are requested to begin checking in at 5.45pm.The focus is on participation but for those of you of a competitive nature it is important to note that this is a handicapped race. If it is your first race, then you will not be placed i.e. your recorded time will serve to inform your handicap position in the next event. There are 4 races left – so you are still in with a chance of winning the title, “Swimmer of the Year”. Cost: The race is open to Tralee Bay Swimming Club members only so you will be required to pay €20 to join their club. Your membership buys entry to this race, a further 3 races (including Lighthouse Swim), 2 x club BBQs and a club gala event!!
Monday 05th July
Well done to both Colin Duffin & David Wallace who competed in the olympic distance event in Athlone at the weekend. Both finished 23rd in their respective age groups. Great performances guys & well done from everyone in Tralee Triathlion Club.
Friday 02nd July
Best of luck to club members David Wallace & Colin Duffin who are representing Ireland this weekend in the European Triathlon Championships in Athlone. Take a look at this link to see a preview to the event.
Friday 02nd July
Commencing this Sunday (4th July), Sunday evening open water swims are now being switched from Fenit to Banna in an effort to get members ready for Tri Kingdom Come. See you all in Banna @ 6pm, Sunday.
Thursday 1st July
Get your BuZZ on with our Vuvuzela inspired Flashmob!!! Meet: 7pm Sports Complex Car Park,Tralee, Monday 5th July 2010. Mission details: Find the Bee and follow the Bee. The rest of the Mission will be revealed on the night!!
Requirements: You must be on a bike and bee wearing tri suit or black & amber/yellow on your person, bring a vuvuzela if you have one to create a buzz. You do not have to be member of our club. This is purely for fun!!
Purpose: to create awareness of Tralee Triathlon club & our upcoming triathlon “Tri Kingdom Come” – by bringing smiles to people faces – and creating a buZZ.
Guest appearance: Tri Fitz in lycra!! steady ladies
Wednesday 30th June
Our friends from Tralee Bay Swimming Club are holding their “Lighthouse Swim” event tonight. Time: 7pm at the diving boards. This is the 3rd race in a series of 6 handicapped races. €20 buys you club membership and automatic entry into races. There will be a BBQ to celebrate afterwards. Be sure to come along to offer support and camaraderie for what promises to be a unique and exciting event.
Monday 28th June
Huge congratulations to club member Ken Keohane who competed in the Ironman in Nice, France yesterday. Ken competed wearing the black & amber of Tralee Triathlon Club and put in a gruelling but fantastic 13hr performance over the 3.8km swim, 180km cycle & 42km (full marathon) run. In a field of 2,700 triathletes, representing 61 countries, Ken has done his club & indeed his country proud. Well done Ken.
Friday June 25th
Sunday Swim Fenit 6pm!
Photos from Sive are now loaded on Gallery page. More pics will follow shortly.
Tuesday June 22nd
Note:running training with Alison cancelled this week
Well done to EVERYONE who went along and participated at SIVE. It was a tremendous success for our club and for Cahirsiveen. Congrats to you all! See the great pictures on Faceboook and if you have more please add them…!
Friday 19th June
If any members travelling to Sive at the weekend have a kayak, load it up and we’ll go for a paddle on Sunday….. the perfect antidote to the hangover & sore bones!
Wednesday June 16th
Our My Boy Tri on YouTube – This comes with a health warning, I didn’t want to post this here but after umpteenth phone calls, text messages, emails and Facebook mutterings – I simply could not take it any more. If anyone spots him at Sive, please feel free to take him out. If he was to finish anywhere up the field we’ll never hear the end of it.
Fenit Swim tonight (Wednesday) 7pm for Tralee Tri Club.
Message from Emma Landers of Landers Leisure Lines below (via Facebook):
Hi guys, hope you’re all enjoying this glorious weather! had a great chat with the Sailfish distributor yesterday, and he’s keen to meet the club and get your feedback and opinions.
Also, for anyone who hasn’t got their suit yet…if you’d like to try one out, we would love to arrange a test night…we’d bring the suit…
The Chain Gang are holding a bike maintenance workshop in the Meadowlands Hotel this evening from 8pm to 9.30pm and its open to the public. An opportunity not to be missed especially if you’ve been stuck road side scratching your head. So save yourself some money on taxi’s and be sure to attend.
Monday June 14th
NO RUNNING TRAINING TONIGHT in case of risk of injury before SIVE. Members are asked to train carefully this week and set their sights on SIVE. See www.sivetriathlon.com .
Sunday June 13th
KILLARNEY LIONS TRIATHLON: 1st Colin Duffin 4th Joe O’Connor 6th David Wallace 3rd Women’s: Angie O’Sullivan (see their website for full results); DINGLE ADVENTURE RACE: 1st team: Milosz and Fergus: SCHULL: 8th Trisha Fitzpatrick
Congratulations to ye all guys. Ye did us all proud – our first week with the club colours!
…………………………………..Swim 6pm FENIT today…see you there!
Saturday June 12th
SWIM FENIT SUNDAY 6pm (no jellyfish please). Let’s do it!
FERGUS McCARTHYAND MILOSZ CONQUER DINGLE! Both came first in the team event. Well done guys - ye did Tralee Tri Club proud! WELL DONE TO TRISH FITZPATRICK IN SCHULL! Trish came 8th in the women’s section with a fabulous time of 1hr. 22mins 22secs.
NOTE: I am just after sending out an email (invitation) from Facebook Event Page with INCORRECT TIMES for club promotional event. Please ignore this and await proper times. Apologies – Mike.
FENIT swim today at 3pm. If anyone intersted in cycling out, there wil be someone to mind bikes.
Thursday June 10th
Well done to Bill, Gerry and Dave on new outfit. Norma’s logo looks fabulous too. Please wear your club colours at all opportunities – training etc.
Members will be asked very soon to participate in a photoshoot that may involve a flash-mob. Also a follow the leader bike session is going ahead next Thursday…more later!
Alison’s running 7pm is cancelled for tonight
Tuesday 8th June
Members who were unable to collect tri gear tonight, please contact Gerry on (086) 3992804 or glgeaney@eircom.net to arrange collection.
Monday 7th June
See Facebook for new Tralee Triathlon Club exclusive photos. Running – Tues & Thurs Alison 7pm Complex (Alison); Brick Wed 8.30 Na Gaeil (Milosz); Swim 8.30 Complex (John). Brick Saturday 8.30am (Joe). TRI GEAR: Tuesday evening- for details glgeaney@eircom.net. Complex (Gerry). Swim Sunday 6pm (Possibly Banna INSTEAD of Fenit)…keep an eye on site.
NOTE: for €8 members can get special preparatory lessons for SIVE and TRI KINGDOM COME triathlons. Last few places remaining – contact Alison: 085 1537748
Note: Viral training sessions involve a text being sent to a few members who are asked to pass it on e.g. notification of a swim in Banna at a particular time outside of scheduled training times might be sent out. If you receive this text please pass it on to other members if you can.
6th June
Swimming at 6pm as usual at Fenit.
BACKWARDS triathlon training CANCELLED tomorrow because of match. Up Kerry! It has been put back to next weekend.
5th June
Brick sessions continue this morning under Joe.
The Backwards Triathlon Session scheduled for tomorrow is deferred (the minor matter of a football match between our beloved Kerry and some county in the far east intervenes). BUT 6pm swimming in Fenit continues apace….so no excuses!
Any blank space around? Fill it with a poster. Contact Aaaaalison@hotmail.com who has loads to give you.
4th June
Swimming tonight (Friday 8.30) at Complex under John Dowling. Swimming over the next few weeks is specifically targeted at priming for triathlon events. Can you really say you are prepared for the intensity of the swim, the entry positioning battle, the battle while swimming, sighting, pacing, exiting etc? If you have any doubts take up this inexpensive way of learning each Friday night – 4 weeks left!! €8 per session…well worth it.
Can you help us distribute posters for Tri Kingdom Come? If so let us know at mikodonnell@gmail.com, aaaaalison@hotmail.com or anyone on the committee. Keep and eye on Facebook for Tri Kingdom Come page.
3rd June
The wait is over – all members who have ordered tri gear can collect the gear on Tuesday evening (8th June) at the complex between 8 & 9pm. If members cannot make this slot, email Gerry (glgeaney@eircom.net) to make alternative arrangements for collection.
31st May
Reminder – Hill running session tonight with Joe O’Connor. Tonights session will take place in Ballymac, meeting @ Ballygary House carpark @ 8.30pm for car pooling.
30th May
Dont forget swimming this evening at 6pm in Fenit and if you want to run Banna Strand, the Forest Gumpf run takes place at 3pm. We are currently loking at a run/bike/swim to conincide with Forest Gumpf 3pm Run in Banna and Swim at Fenit…so keep an eye out here.
REMEMBER: You must be a member to take part in our training sessions! Get in the loop!!
Monday run at John Lenihan’s course, Ballymac at 8.30pm with Joe. John Lenihan is the former World Hill Running Champion and is a true legend. It’s fantastic training for SIVE for all of us.
Well done to all who attended an impromtu swim in Fenit at 1pm.
28th May
We have been advised by Joe O’Connor that Nissus Sports & Fitness have launched their morning bootcamps in Ballyseedy Woods on Tuesday & Thursday mornings for 5 weeks. For further details on dates/times/prices see www.nisusfitness.com.
28th May
Fantastic run last night with John Lenihan & Co. Many thanks to John for his invitation to club members. An amazing opportunity for club members to get to run with a legend over a course which has been designed by John himself. Hill running sessions with Joe O’Connor (Monday evenings @ 8.30) will be over Johns course in Ballymac for the next 2 weeks. Numbers attending last Monday were up on the week before – these sessions are proving very popular – Thanks again to Joe & John.
26th May
Message from Joe O’Connor on Hill Running sessions:-
“John Lenihan (Former Hill Running World Champion and Riocht Athlete) is hosting a beginners Hill Run on his new Coillte route in Ballymac on Thursday evening (tomorrow) and has extended a warm welcome to all Tralee Triathlon Club Members. It’s a hard spot to find but he has arranged for “PETER” (Fellow Riocht Athlete) to meet people at 7:20pm in O Rioda’s pub. From here he will lead the way to the meeting place which is known as the Quarry!
Next Monday night, the SIVE hill training development squad will also start from the quarry where we will aim to complete 5-6 hill repeats on the higher fire road. Meeting point for this will be the “Ballygarry Hotel” at 8.30pm. Hopefully we will be able to carpool as parking is limited.”
24thMay
Hill running continues tonight (Mon) with Joe O’Connor @ Ballyseedy Woods. Meet at carpark @ 8.30pm sharp (Entrance by Ballygarry House).
24th May
Well done to all members who took part in Valentia Triathlon at the weekend. A fantastic event & great day had by all. Well done also to all members who travelled for marshalling duties.
21st May
Our friends in Irish Adventures are looking to recruit marshalls for their adventure race in Dingle on 12th June. A number of club members are taking part in the event. If any other members are interested in marshalling, contact our own Fergus McCarthy on 087-4178606 or fergus725@yahoo.com.
21st May
Tomorrows brick session is cancelled as Joe, Milosz, Fergus & others are all away (mostly marshalling in Valentia) and will not be able to attend & arrange access to track. Mid week brick sessions to take place per training schedule, Saturday brick to resume next week.
May 18th
Fantastic hill running session in Ballyseedy Woods yesterday evening (17th). Great turn out on the night & good to see the new faces. Joe O’Connor put us through our paces with the hill repeats and promises that after a few of these sessions, we’ll all be ready to conquer Caherciveen! See you all again next Monday, Ballyseedy Woods @ 8.30pm.
May15th
Hill running for Tri Club members on Monday evening @ Ballyseedy Woods, time 8.30pm with running coach Joe O’Connor. For anyone who is going to Caherciveen on 19th June, this training is exactly what you need to get you over that infamous hill in South Kerry.
May 15th
NOTE: Weekly Wednesday night brick sessions – time changed to 8.00pm to suit the masses - no more excuses now!! All levels welcome. Usual meeting place, “Na Gael” clubhouse. See ye there.
May 15th
Killarney Lions Club are arranging a triathlon in aid of a selection of Kerry charities. This is taking place on June 12th. It might serve as good training for our club members in advance of Tri Kingdom Come on August 15th. For more see www.killarneylions.ie.
May 14th
We have been advised by running coach, Joe O’Connor, that NISUS Sports & Fitness Consultancy hope to hold a Tuesday and Thursday bootcamp over a period of 10 weeks at Ballyseedy Woods. For further details please see www.nisusfitness.com.
May 13th
What are you planning this weekend? The Brick at 8.30am Saturday, the cycle on Sunday at 9.30am, the Forrest Gump Run on Sunday at 3pm? Now Joe O’Connor tells us that there is a 5 mile road race in aid of the Irish Heart Foundation this Sunday 2pm from outside Siamsa. Registration from 12.30pm onwards. What about run at 2pm, cycle to Fenit for 6pm swim? Sounds like a great days training!!
Viral Training: If you decide to go training, why not send a text out to other members and very soon you could have a merry bunch of triathletes and a great bit of craic! It’s the new deal.
Note to commercial interests: over the past number of weeks we have been requested to advertise services and products of various descriptions on this website. If you are interested in doing so please note that we are a voluntary club and in exchange for any advertising we request a reasonable contribution in the interests of our members e.g. discounts etc. While we welcome sponsorship, we do not advertise commercial services, operations and interests beyond this.
May 10th
Latest club notes are now posted on club notes section of website.
May 10th
Well done to all who swam in Fenit yesterday evening, great turnout again and conditions were perfect. A special thanks to Michelle for keeping an eye on everybody and to our kayakers Alison, Killian, Dave & James for providing safety cover. See you all again next Sunday.
Saturday 11.30pm, May 8th, 2010
2nd AND FINAL STATEMENT FROM CHAIRMAN OF CLUB VIZ. TRALEE BAY SWIMMING CLUB PRESS ARTICLE
Dear Members,
Regarding the press article purportedly representing Tralee Bay Swimming Club, I have received information which satisfies me, as chairman of this club, that the views expressed were not representative of the members of the well-established and highly respected TBSC. The comments - to which the author was entitled - which were unfortunate and caused genuine outrage amongst our members were the views of one individual ; as such they are to be dismissed as of little or no significance and I propose that the matter be put aside.
Like all sporting organisations, Tralee Triathlon Club tries to apply the energy of its members constructively in the service of the well-being of our locality. Like the work of all sporting organisations, our work is health-giving; it promotes the well-being of our local community through encouraging friendship and participation; it has many inherent social and educational elements; it promotes all ability levels; it positively exploits our unique natural environment; it also promotes self-esteem among members – many of who need various forms support during the current recession that is hitting our locality particularly hard. In the case of our club we test members beyond commonly perceived limits of physical endurance and we are very lucky to have such a huge membership given the nature of our sport. As such we are particularly proud of our our success to date. That said, we have many lessons to learn and we can learn a lot from other sporting organisations – including Tralee Bay Swimming Club whose members are highly regarded amongst our membership.
For these reasons, on behalf of Tralee Triathlon Club, I will be extending the hand of friendship and goodwill to them and intend doing so in a formal letter from our club in due course. We welcome their members’ interest in our club and we invite them to participate in our winter and all-year round training. We also invite them to participate either as individuals or as part of relay teams in our inaugural triathlon Tri Kingdom Come on August 15th next in Banna.
Wishing you every good sporting wish,
Yours sincerely,
Mike O’Donnell, Chairman
STATEMENT FROM CHAIRMAN OF CLUB VIZ. TRALEE BAY SWIMMING CLUB ARTICLE IN OUTLOOK
Dear Members ,
I hope you are all well and enjoying your training.
Over the past day or so I have received many communications of various kinds from many members, each expressing dismay at an article purportedly written on behalf of Tralee Bay Swimming Club. This appeared in the Outlook and the Kerryman Notes.
As chairman of the club it is my responsibility to defend the interests of the club and its members. For this reason I am sure you will understand that it is necessary for me to respond to this article in the appropriate manner.
My view of this article, which is shared by all those who contacted me, is that it was in poor taste, displayed little respect for you, our members, and as such was unbecoming of a fellow sporting club.
I intend taking this matter up with the chairman of Tralee Bay Swimming Club in due course and reserve the right to address the matter through the appropriate means at our disposal.
In the mean time, please be assured that your efforts as members of our club are valued by one and all and please do not be side-tracked.
I wish you, our members, and all sporting people well.
Yours in Sport,
Mike O’Donnell,
Chairman,
Tralee Triathlon Club.
May 7th
Swimming continues this Sunday evening at 6pm at Fenit. Congratulations to those who attended last Sunday. A special word of congrats to those who swam in the water for the first time having learned how to swim with John Dowling. Also congratulations to those who had trained during the day before the swim. Fergus McCarthy had, it must be said, merely completed the Limerick Marathon before he turned up to do this swim. Training sessions in the pool will re-commence on Friday (precise date to be decided) – so please get in touch with Alison Reidy via Facebook or via aaaaalison@hotmail.com (yes the 5 a’s!) Members are requested to consider coming along to the Monday evening public swim session where triathletes gather and swim (charge for members of our Tri Club is €5).
Running continues with Alison from Sports Complex each Tuesday, Thursday at 7pm and Sunday in Banna at 3pm. A ‘Barbie Brick’ takes place each Thursday at 6pm involving a cycle to Kilflynn and back. The run follows afterwards from the Complex. The choice is yours to cycle and/or run.
Cycling: 9.30am each Sunday morning from Adams’ Garage under Michael Hall…..please make an effort to support this session which is geared for beginners especially.
Tri Kingdom Come August 15th: Why not sign up as part of a relay team? Ask a few friends? We will soon be arranging a speed-dating night when individuals can link up and make up a relay team…this will be fun event followed be a social night out. More anon. Lucy and Alison are looking for help for entertainment e.g. anyone know a DJ for the evening of the triathlon? Have you ideas? Give them a shout!!
Brick resumes this Saturday at 8.30.
May 05th
Brick Session on Saturday 08th May – The Lotto people are visiting AN Riocht this Saturday morning at 10am to film the track and athletes training. The running club are anxious to get as many athletes on the track as possible. If you are one of the many who normally turns out for the brick session on Saturday mornings, make sure you fix you hair before you leave the house. If you have yet to join in on these sessions, why not use this Saturday as your opportunity to get to know the gang. It consists of a cycle to Castleisland (15km), 5 x 1000m run around the track and the return cycle to Tralee. Session will divide into different abilities so don’t be afraid to get stuck in. Meet at the roundabout beside Renault garage (footballers roundabout) on Killarney road, 8:30am, Saturday morning.
April 28th
Brick Session CANCELLED this Saturday – Joe and Milosz will be elsewhere. Best of luck to Milosz and Fergus at Limerick Marathon!’
April 27th
Open water swimming in Fenit, this Sunday @ 6pm. Experienced swimmers and kayak cover will be in attendance. Meet @ playground car park, 6pm. If you still think it’s too cold for a dip, come along anyway & join in the craic.
April 27th
Waterville sprint triathlon on this Saturday (1st May). Why not make the trip to cheer on fellow TTC members. New triathletes can also use the occasion to develop your own race tactics. Commencing @ 12 noon, Waterville Lake Hotel.
April 24th
Members of the club who attended the Tri Kingdom Come launch party, Manor West Hotel, Tralee.
April 23rd
Remember event launch party tomorrow night (Sat 24th), Manor West Hotel, Castlemaine Suite @ 8.00pm. A great night is in store which will include a short presentation where we’ll show case Tri Suit Designs, Tri Kingdom Come race routes, Banna as a venue, Tri Kingdom Come Promotional materials, flavour of the event etc. Great opportunity to meet fellow members, new members welcome.
April 21st
Friday night swim sessions – there is considerable interest in continuing the Friday night swim sessions in the pool. Our previous slot of 7.45pm to 8.30pm has been lost and is no longer available. However, the complex are now offering the later slot of 8.30pm to 9.15pm (Friday evenings). No other slots available to book out pool. Possibility of getting lanes during public sessions only. If we were to get Instructor involved, it will prove more expensive as cost divided by smaller member numbers. Please email Gerry (glgeaney@eircom.net) if you are interested in signing up for this slot. As before, the cost will be €60 for 12 sessions.
April 11th (Headlines:Banna; Why Banna?; Communications Issues; Launch Night)
News
WELL DONE TO MILOSZ who WON the Ballybunion 10k beating a field of 1,100 runners. You do Tralee Triathlon Club proud and we are so proud of you!
Hey Everyone! Come to our Triathlon Launch Saturday April 17th at Manor Hotel (details to follow).
April 5th
Well done to all our gang who did so well in Ballybunnion run! Well done ot Milosz who came home second and to Fergus who came in 4th. Also well done to Ciara, Lorraine, Alison and Joanne who led the ladies home.
April 02nd
No swimming session in the pool tonight, pool closed. Sessions resume next Friday evening @ 7:45pm.
Note: Brick Session tomorrow (Saturday) 8AM from Adam’s Garage to and from Banna Beach. Please note change of time!!!!
April 02nd
OK, OK, OK …….. only kidding, lots of people got a fright upon reading yesterdays news post. Judging by the amount of texts, calls & emails a lot of you didn’t marry yesterday’s news post with April fools day! But sign up now before it really is too late. Signup amongst club members is strong but we are keen to enlist non-members as well … so spread the word. First timers, experienced, elite and don’t forget relay are all welcome.
April 01st
“Tri Kingdom Come” has sold out as of 2:25pm this afternoon. If you are one of the 250 lucky triathletes who will be joining us on the 15th August, then we salute you. To all those who missed the cut, sign up now to be a marshall and you will be guaranteed entry into next years race. Roll on the 15th August.
March 30th
This Wednesday evening 6pm from Na Gaeil is Milosz’s newest Brick Session. He will mind bikes in his house during run – so no worries!
March 29th
Shelbitt’s been at it again. Club notes, which are published each week in local press and make for compelling reading, are now available for viewing on Club Notes page. This will be updated each week. All complaints should be written on the back of a €50 note and posted directly to Shelbitt.
March 28th
Sub-committee working very hard on Tri Kingdom Come. Don’t forget to sign-up.
Congrats to all triathletes who participated in Kiingdom Master’s Gala and also to Claire O’Connell who smashed 5 irish records on the day.
Running continues tonight 7pm Complex under Alison and also this Thursday.
Brick this Wednesday 6pm from Complex under Milosz. Please try to make this!
March 25th
New members forum now up & running on website. You must log in to view and use the forum. Registration is easy – just click on the club forum link on the website, click on login & register.
March 25th
Welcome to the new look of Tralee Triathlon Club with the launch of the new website. This is your club & your website so get stuck in – suggestions for content are welcome.
Today is a big day for us – our club event “Tri Kingdom Come” is now open for entries. Go to our events page for further details and spread the word.
March 24th
Great turn out last night for fitting sessions of new club Tri Gear. Remember those of you still wishing to avail of the subsidised trisuits (and other gear) can still attend for fitting at the following times: -
- Thursday evening (25th) from 7.30pm to 9.00pm @ Sports Complex
- Saturday afternoon (27th) from 3.00pm to 5.00pm @ Sports Complex.
As well as being able to source top quality gear at very competitive prices, the club is heavily subsidising all purchases by members – you will not be able to purchase gear anywhere else at these prices. In addition, all gear will have club colours & branding.
If anyone has a problem attending one of these sessions, please email Gerry (glgeaney@eircom.net) to arrange a suitable time.
March 23rd
Tri Gear fitting sessions
Venue: Sports Complex (Dry changing area)
- Tuesday 23rd March 7.30 to 9.00pm
- Thursday 25rd March 7.30 to 9.00pm
- Saturday 27th March 3.00pm to 5.00pm
March 20th
Meeting tonight 8.50pm Manor Hotel Bar after swimming. Freebies being distributed also.
See our new POLL ‘Rate Our Paddy’s Day Fun Run’
Brick Session tomorrow 8.30pm. This is great fun. Please come along.
March 19th
Swimming 7.45pm….come along!
Club Meeting 8.50pm Manor Hotel – to advertise our triathlon
162 individual views (unique users) visited out site March 18th.
March 18th
A big congratulations to Alison for the wonderful St. Paddy’s Day fun run. 26 triathletes attended along with friends & family. Her dad did a fantastic job taking over 200 photos. These were later shown at Manor West Hotel to the lovely crowd who came along to drown the shamrock.
- Tralee Triathlon Group attending St. Patricks Day Fun Run on Banna Beach
March 13th
Congrats to Joe for wonderful Brick Session today. Great turn-out – Michelle, Alison, Seamus, Joe, Milosz, Fergus, Gerry, Martin, Cormac and Mike . This comprised of a gentle cycle to Castleisland and broken-up runs at the track in Castleisland followed by a return cycle home.
DON’T FORGET ST. PADDY’S DAY FUN RUN!!
-Wednesday 3pm, Banna Strand. Shamrock to be drowned afterwards. See details below from Rosa and Lucy…..
March 12th
Paddy’s Day Fun Run – 3pm Banna (note from Rosa and Lucy)
Meet at Main Car Park in advance of the run.
At least one item of green clothing is essential (must be visible, underwear doesn’t count), full fancy dress also welcome!
The elements of fun in the run are top secret until Paddy’s Day.
There will be a 2nd fun& fitness Session for the still standing and adventurous available with Alison after the main event.. Change of clothes and towels recommended. 
This 2nd session is limited to members only.
Shower facilities at Manor West will be made available to those who do not live locally.
Afternoon drinks gathering from approx 6pm onwards at Manor West and finger food sponsored by the hotel will be served at approx 7.30pm
BRICK SESSION IS ON AT 8.30AM EACH SATURDAY INCLUDING TOMORROW!
Apologies for timing error below -Mike
March 9th
Congratulations to our triathletes who took part in the Puck Duathlon: Milosz came 4th overall. Others taking part were Fergus McCarthy, Suzanne O’Sullivan, Mark Deeley, Marie Harty & Alison. Well done people! (info from Gerry).
Note: If anyone has information please post it through our cntact page above for ease or to mikodonnell@gmail.com .
Note 2: Please contribute to our NEW Poll on a Safety isssue!
March 8th
Remember Joe’s BRICK SESSIONS take place each Saturday morning at 8am. These are a lot easier than they sound so please consider them if you wish to make progress in your training. Contact Joe on joseph.oconnor@staff.ittralee.ie
Alison’s Running – reminder tomorrow night Tuesday at 7pm from Complex (+ Thursday same time and Sunday at 3pm).
March 7th
Alison Running: Running today 1pm Banna!
SIVE Triathlon: Don’t forget to sign up for the SIVE triathlon organised by Cian Murphy and our friends in Cahirsiveen. Google Sive triathlon to do so.
March 5th
Alison’s Sunday Run is at 1pm tomorrow from Banna Car Park.
St Paddy’s Day Run at 3pm March 17th!! All welcome…should be great fun!
REMEMBER Our Club Triathlon is on August 15th next. Registration opens on March 25th.
March 3rd
Our Club Logo: Above designed by Norma O’Connor.
Congratulations Norma!
Running: Alison reports a huge upsurge in her running sessions….come and enjoy the fun each Tuesday and Thursday evening at 7pm from Sports Complex.
March 2nd
Paddy’s Day Fun Run: This takes place at 3pm at Banna Strand. Please come along, bring family and friends and support. This is not a race!
Running: continues each Tuesday and Thursday 7pm
Swimming: continues each Friday at 7.45pm
Cycling: Note this takes place each SUNDAY morning at 9.30am.
March 1st
It has come to our attention that an outside interest has reputedly used our mailing list as a means of promoting a commercial event. Members should note that Tralee Triathlon Club has given no sanction to any commercial interest to use our mailing list for any purpose. Should any member receive any further correspondence via our mailing list, please advise us at via our contact page (above) so that we can pursue the matter in the appropriate manner in order that further instances are not repeated.
February 26th
Cycling continues this Sunday Morning 9.30am. Note: Michael Hall will not be in attendance this Sunday. However others hope to attend.
Running Banna Strand 3pm under Alison.
Tralee Triathlon Club TRI takes place AUGUST 15TH NEXT. Registration opens March 25th. Watch this space.
February 25TH
Registration for Tralee Triathlon Club opens MARCH 25th.
Please mark this date in your diary. Your support will be appreciated. See TRIATHLON SIGN-UP page above.
February 20th
We have a NEW Poll - see Poll tab!
Don’t forget our club Paddy’s Day Fun Run in Banna Strand (drink also). Note this Run is NOT a race but a bit of fun.
Forest Gumpf Banna Run with Alison this Sunday 3pm Banna
Congratulations to Norma O’Connor whose design has been slected for the club logo. This is currrently at graphic designer.
Please remember to set your sights on our inaugural club tri which takes place August 15th. Details on this will appear on website soon.
ALSO, the committee is recommending the SIVE Triathlon (Cahersiveen) as our club’s very first outing as a club. Please register for SIVE (which takes place in June) through www.active.com . The SIVE Triathlon is like our own – organised by Triathlons for Triathlons. Please support our cousins in Cahersiveen!! Registration is open on February 23rd.
Congratulations to Alison and Milosz who are combining to become the Training Co-ordinator team for our club. As you know they are highly motivated, experienced and qualified and have shown great initiative and care for others in the club. Bravo ALIOSZ!! (a prize for pronounciation!)
February 19th:
See discussion board in Facebook
Swimmign tonight
See update on ‘Training Page’.
February 18th
Alison’s running tonight 7pm from Complex!
Swimming tomorrow night 7.45pm
Note from Bill re. Sive Triathlon:
Sive triathlon and they would like to have us as a club to their tri. The race opens on the 23 of Feb and it is recommended that we try to sign up through their link – sivetriathlon.com. Let’s get out there as a club and be recognised.
Our Club Triathlon, August 15th
Please support out club triathlon taking place on August 15th next. Our triathlon is being organised by us for the benefit of our club and our sport. We are not-for-profit and have no other interest apart from the success of our club and the enjoyment of all participants in the event.
Very soon the committee will be arranging a development plan for our very special event. It will need YOUR support. Please think about how you might be able to assist. More details very soon.
February 17th
Excellent turn out at Alison Reidy’s running from the complex. Great to see the new faces – Jean, Roisin and Fiona who showed true mettle on the 5k run. Next session this Thursday as usual 7pm from complex.
Welcome back to John Dowling who spent the last week on a training camp with the masters swimmers off the coast of Africa.
February 15th
DID YOU KNOW? we have our own Club Notes Section in Tralee Advertiser, Outlook and the Kerryman each week since the club was founded. The news is up to date and on paper which you can use for your chips afterwards. It (club notes) contains sections on each discipline, motivation (from the Ryanair and Stalinesque school of motivation) and insider news.
Swim: What a session last Friday night! Well doen Alison. John reappears next Fri night to complete the Jalison duo.
Bike: Michael Hall led a huge contingent of romantics on Valentine’s Day on an amorous tour of Tralee, Castleisland and Farranfore. More next Sunday 9.30. There is room for a few more.
Run: Alison is leading a successful posse of runners each Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm from Complex. Some 20 triathletes in total make this a regular event. It was nice to see hundreds of people attend our weekly Forest Gump Sunday Banna Run (christened by Alison) as spectators in blazing Spring sunshine - this occurs each Sunday at 3pm. All welcome including animals.
February 11th
Paddy’s Day Banna Fun Run and Fun Drink:
We are having a fun run (NOT A RACE!!) for members on Banna Strand on Paddy’s Day. Up and down the beach (from carpark to the Point and back). Please come along. Afterwards our social officers are arranging celebratory drinks (also not a race) at a venue to be decided…and bring your friends to this which is a great bonding opportunity for all.
February 9th
Excellent turn-out for Alison’s running tonight. Welcome to new members Roisin and Fiona. Running continues every Tuesday and Thursday night at 7pm from Complex. A supplementary run takes place on Sunday afternoons at 3pm in Banna.
Swimming this Friday at 7.45pm. Note: Tri Club members can avail of €5 admission to swim during public sessions.
Cycling: Michael Hall is now taking cyclists on SUNDAY mornings at 9.30am.
February 4th
BRICK session with Joe and Milosz this Saturday 8.30 from Renault Garage. Pleasecome along and give it a try.
Running: continues with Alison ths Thursday (each Thursday and Tuesday night) night at 7pm from complex and at 3pm at Banna. Beginners welcome.
Swimming: Alsion takes over this Friday night as John is on holidays. 7.45pm
Cycling: Michael’s cycling continues this Saturday at 9.30pm form Renault Garage.
Well done to all triathletes who participated in Farranfore run on Saturday last!
Beginners are most welcome to the club! For details re. membership email billlalor@yahoo.ie
January 29th
Welcome to all new members. Hope you have a great time in our club, meet new friends and enjoy the training.
Swimming tonight under John and Alison! Gerry is collecting money for this.
Cycling SUNDAY 9.30am from Renault Garage under Michael Hall
Milosz is leading Joe’s Brick session tomorrow SATURDAY 9.30am also from Renault Garage
Running: This Sunday 3pm Banna followed by swim (optional!)
Gerry Geaney informs us about the Schull Duathlon http://schulltriathlonclub.com/Duathlon.html
Jim Breen is offering members participation – the following is extracted from his email:
“TriGrandPrix are going to announce their first event in the March edition of the 220Triathlon Magazine and on www.tri247.com.
As a member of Tralee triathlon club, I want to offer other Tralee club members the opportunity to enter the half ironman event for Euro 125 instead of the standard £150. If this is of interest, fees will need to be collected and names submitted before the event is announced to the public in two weeks time.
many of the top Elite athletes in the world will be competing at this event in Kent on May 30th, including Eneko Llanos who came 2nd in Kona in 2008. Prize money is £40,000 for the race – one of the highest on offer anywhere in the world.
Jim”
January 28th
Swimming continues this Friday under John and Alison
Cycling: this continues under Michael Hall 9.30am from Renault Garage.
Running: Alison’s running continues each Tuesday and Thursday night at 7pm from Sports Complex. Banna run and SWIM (if you like) at 3pm Sunday.
Brick Session: for very conditioned athletes, Milosz is leading a Brick session from Renault Garage to Castleisland where he is doing a runnign session and will cycle back to Tralee via Farranfore.
anuary 21st,
Swimming block starts this Friday at 7.45pm. Member only!
Running continues this Thursday 7pm from Complex and this Sunday at 3 from Banna.
BRICK SESSION: (Joe O’Connor) 8.30 am. This is a cycle from Renault Garage to Castleisland and run at Castleisland track afterwards.
January 14th
Swimming: Final session of first block takes place tonight at 7.45pm
Running: This continues under Alison Tuesdays, Thursdays (both 7.00pm from Complex) and Sundays (3pm) in Banna.
Joe O’Connor has launched www.nisusfitness.com as part of his fitness consultancy. This includes an on-line training system, articles/books on fitness, and an events calendar. Joe is holding a Club BRICK session next Saturday (January 23rd)..details later.
50k Cycle tomorrow (11am) from Complex under Milosz and Fergus…late arrangement.
Have you booked for the next Swimming Block? This starts Friday, January 22nd. Email Gerry on glgeaney@eircom.net for booking.
January 8th
Remember Banna run this Sunday afternoon with Alison. Everyone welcome. 3pm Banna Carpark.
Members will notice that I have not been sending regular emails. Please don’t feel left out of the loop – just visit this site as all relevant info is here – also keep a eye on Facebook. The reasons for change are 1. difficulty in adminstering mailing list (170+) and more importantly 2. dealing with a super-slow computer! Hope you understand.
January 7th
There is a doubt over all outdoor training at moment owing to conditions. However Sunday running at Banna 3pm is scheduled to go ahead.
Swimming (final session of first block) to have FINAL session on Friday, January 15th (NOT this Friday) at Tralee Sports Complex.
January 5th
Swimming (note from Gerry)
Final swim of the original 12 sessions to take place on Friday 15th January.
Next set of 12 sessions to commence on Friday 22nd January. Fee €60.00.
Only 5 places remaining.
Pre-register in advance by emailing glgeaney@eircom.net.
Club membership is a prerequisite for swim sessions.
January 4th, 2010
Alison Reidy Running
This recommences this Tuesday evening January 5th at 7pm and continues each Tuesday and Thursday evening at same time from the same place. Meeting place (note change) Tralee Sports Complex. A 3rd session takes place each Sunday at 3pm from Banna Carpark.
Dawn Run
This continues under Milosz and Fergus each Thursday morning at 7am from Mounthawk.
Sunday Morning Brick Session (Milosz and Fergus!)
Takes place each Sunday morning at 9.30 from Sports Complex.
Mid-week Brick Session
These continue from next week from Banna and/Sports Complex. Details later.
Note: Bike for sale on Forum (above). Please use forum!!
January 3rd, 2010
Happy New Year to everyone!
Ballydehob Duathlon:
Schull Triathlon Club presents a new race on February 27th 2010:
The Fastnet Duathlon – 5 Km Run 18km Cycle 5 Km run in the Beautiful Village of Ballydehob entry now open for individual & Teams Perfect Challenge for the New Year In Aid of Schoil Mhuire and Schoil Bhride National Schools
Entries available here http://regonline.activeeurope.com/fastnetduathlon Maps and more info will be avaliable at www.schulltriathlonclub.com (courtesy of Marie Harty)
December 30th
Happy New Year to all our members and their families.
Hopefully you will all have a safe, happy and healthy year ahead.
Michelle Hoare’s Mucklach Swim
To date we have the following members signed up: Michelle, Alison, Marie (Harty), Sinéad, John, Pierce, Fergus, Peter, Aidan and Mike. This is a 6.25km (3.7mile) swim from Mucklach to shore and will occur next August.
December 22nd (Tuesday)
Happy Christmas to you and your families from Tralee Triathlon Club.
Alison’s running training is cancelled until January 5th owing to inclement weather.
Safety: if you are training on your own please be conscious of the slippery surfaces, drink/drug/tired/inconsiderate drivers. Wear hi-viz jackets and wear a helmet if you are cycling!
Milosz is pressing ahead with Dawn Run this Thursday…
Michelle Hoare’s Mucklach Swim: to date we have the following members signed up: Michelle, Alison, Marie (Harty), Sinéad, John, Pierce, Fergus, Peter and Mike.
Christmas Day Swim: If anyone is interested please let us know via email. This will occur at Fenit on Christmas morning.
December 18th (Friday)
Swimming tonight 7.45pm: final session before Christmas. Drinks afterwards in Sean Og’s – all welcome!
Cycling: this Saturday 9.30a from Footballer Roundabout with Michael Hall
Brick Session: with Milosz (pronounced ‘Me Wash’) Sunday morning 9.30 from Complex
Next Swimming Block (next block) please book with Gerry at glgeaney@eircom.net. You MUST be a paid up member. Preference given to swimmers from existing class. Apply fast!!
December 16th
Brick session
Tomorrow (Thursday) 9.30am from Banna Carpark. Cycle c. 1hr10mins, 30min run on beach. All welcome. Bring gloves for cycle!
December 15th
New Members
Please advise your friends that new members should contact Bill Lalor ONLY. Membership forms and cheques should be sent to Bill ONLY- address on Application Form. See ‘JOIN’ tab above.
Michelle Hoare’s Mucklach Swim
To date we have the following members signed up: Michelle, Alison, Marie (Harty), John, Pierce, Fergus, Peter and Mike
Photos from Christmas do: -
Photos of Tri Kingdom Come are currently being compiled and will be posted in the coming days. In the meantime & just to whet your appetite, the photo below was taken just before race start on the beach. The 1st wave of the swim can been seen in the water waiting for the off while the 2nd wave (yellow hats) are waiting to move into position.