Welcome to the Wessex Wizards Triathlon Club
The Wessex Wizards was born from a small group of triathletes who started Open Water Swimming at Weymouth in September 2007. That group of eight has now become 100! Although relatively new compared to some clubs, we are ambitious and continue to grow. Our aim is to achieve the British Triathlon Federations STAR accreditation.
We have BTF qualified coaches for our swimming sessions, with group cycling, turbo training and circuit sessions for all levels.
We have developed a strong link with Yeovil Town Road Running Club, who allow Wizard members to train with them at their coached running sessions.
Our membership is open to all. We have a good mix of ages and ability. Members enjoy competing in all race lengths from sprints to Ironman. If you are interested in more information then please contact the club at: info@wessexwizards.com
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Sidmouth Spring Seaside Sunshine by Dave Stanfield
This Sunday saw Exeter Tri club’s second Aquathlon in the series. Pete Darton and myself ventured down to the top South West coastal resort to give it a go.
The 600m pool swim is followed by an out and back along a mainly flat course. Interest is provided by one or two slight rises, as well as two foot bridges to cross and a gate to negotiate [twice]. The run starts off in the streets of Sidmouth and just after the first bridge, crosses a quiet road after about 600m and heads into a park to return along the same route.
For me the swim produced a 600m swim PB, knocking 1:41mins off the time from last month – good result. My run was not too bad and was the second quickest in my age group. Overall I finished third. Now the frustrating bit was my four seconds behind second place - maybe that ice cream in T1 was to blame? Pete swam a solid swim and ran a nippy run leg to secure 4th place in the senior men’s category.
The weather would certainly have made it a very pleasant day for a quiet wander through the park, in theory. I guess the locals thought they would enjoy the aforementioned quiet walk themselves, only to find a large number of athletes thundering up and down the tranquil setting for a few hours! [Another good result!]
Another Champion Wessex Wizard! Karen Allum
Last Sunday saw the final event in the Gillingham District Wheelers Mountain Bike series at Alfreds Tower. The 7 races running from Oct to March were well supported and each offered a new route through the forest,offering demanding climbs and descents, with mud and tree routes adding to the fun! The wind and rain made for an interesting last race, with a few tumbles helping to close the series in style - mine being much less dramatic that Julian's (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aefxxZdkAJc). I'm proud to announce that I now hold the women's title for this years series, although a hollow victory being the only female taking part! The new Specialized 29er had fun in the mud and sailed over the roots and obstacles with confidence, and I'm now an expert in bike washing - although I don't think my white saddle will ever be the same again! Thanks to Vince and the GDW for some great winter fun, and thanks to Wheels cycles for sporting the winners goodies!! Perhaps I'll have some competition next year...?!!!!
Paul Rose wins convincingly at Combe St Nicholas
Sunday 4th March saw Paul Rose win convincingly at a tough Combe St Nicholas 10k. Paul had already smashed a 2.5k early in the morning before the event, so winning the 10k in what he described as a tempo run is pretty impressive! WELL DONE!
Cold Saturday Ride!
This Saturday saw 5 brave Wizards take on the now famous weekend ride with Andy 'stockings' Potts. Geoff Close, Rik Elkington, Nigel Hutton and Jody Foy were treated to some fantastic icy views, winter sunshine followed by coffee and doughnuts.
Fun in the Mud!
The third GDW MTB series race took place at Alfred Tower/Stourhead estate, with 2 Wessex Wizards taking to the start line Jody Foy and Karen Allum, a third Wizard would have taken part but a nasty fall last weekend left Matt Allum on the sideline taking photos. The course had been changed for this event including a nice little drop off which took a lot of courage for all the riders taking part.
The course was muddy and wet making riding tricky and daring.
The first wizard home was Jody Foy finishing strong and in 19 place. Karen Allum, first lady home (only lady) finished just behind Jody in 20th out of 23.
The next GDW series race is on the 11th of December, again taking part at Alfred Towers, check out the GDW website for more info or pop into Wheels Cycles in Gillingham and ask for either Matt or Charles.
Club Championship 2011!
Check out the latest photos for this seasons winners! Male club champ Barry Harriss, female club champ Anna Nile, TWWATTSS champion Rick Elkington and most improved Chris Thomas!
Ironman 70.3 Galway by Liz Collins
There’s always an unexpected challenge when you race at Ironman 70.3’s I thought before the Race that it would be the long transition, eleven lampposts from entrance to my bike! But I was wrong delayed start & shortened swim was a little disappointing but you know me just get on with it, then the challenge did come in clouds of rain & wind on the scenic bike course. I so looked forward to my dry socks & shoes for the run “heaven”. Three laps of several out & back dog legs was the run course, collecting each band was another step closer to my goal. 7hrs 9mins 15 sec.
Organisers & Marshals made it a great event. Next year you ask? Maybe
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