Isobel Chant claimed the top sport the Tristar3 girls and Abigail Arden for won the Youth category. Second in their categories were Louis Wright (Tristar1), Freya Thomson (Tristar2) and Anthony Anderson (Tristar3) while Jacob Patterson and Zahra Chisholm both came third in Tristar1.

The race format was run, bike then a second run with varying distances depending on the athletes’ age. The event was held at the Minet Park Circuit in Hillingdon and hosted by Hillingdon Triathlon Club and was the first in the Triathlon London Junior & Tristar Series. This is a series of nine London-based events in which young triathletes compete and gain valuable experience in the sport.

Tom Chant reports:

“The Hillingdon circuit is a tough place for duathlons. It has a hilly sprint to start with then a windy and cold bike ride with the long drag uphill into the wind, of course. This is followed by a full lap run. Personally, it always seems particular cruel to send the Tristar 1s off out of sight around the circuit on the run and they take so long to reappear into sight again.

Each race witnessed the athletes sprinting off the start line and settling down in the first 750m run a combination of downhill and sharp uphill before descending into transition out of breath to jump on the bike.  You can tell the experienced ones because they wear their helmets on the first run – it’s so cold at Hillingdon you normally can’t do your helmet up and there isn’t time for putting on gloves and helmets. Athletes did 3-7 laps depending on age group, there were several close battles and many a determined face as they rode past the gathered crowds of expectant parents. 

The bike section highlights were a “too early” entrant back to transition – the un-named athlete (Antony Anderson) had to remount once he realised his mistake and chase the new leader. Additionally, the perils of tri-bars were realised by the winner of the boy’s Youth category, whose tumble mid-lap led to a dramatic amount of blood flow.

The second run started for all with the inevitable “jelly legs” and there were some very close finishes that came right down to a sprint on the line. It was great to see so many Turbos racing and shout for their fellow athletes. Plus, thanks must go to all the parents who came along to support their youngsters in the chilly conditions.

As always the organisation and briefings by Hillingdon Tri Club were excellent. Just one small request, though. Can they please somehow create some fine weather for the parents next time?”

The full club results are:

 

Race 2 of the Thames Turbo Sprint Series took place in almost ideal conditions with a light wind and no rain. The sun even made a welcome appearance after some of the worst May weather seen for a long time.

The event was won by Matt Chapman of SLH Tri Club who completed the course in 57:08. Vicky Gill of Swim for Tri was the fastest women on the day with a time of 1:03:22.

Ever-popular with novices, there were again lots of athletes embarking on their first season of triathlon racing. Here are some of their comments from the Thames Turbo website and our Face Book page:

“Wow what an awesome event and amazing club! My first ever Tri and I was bowled over by the friendliness and support of everyone, not to mention the superb organisation and fantastic marshals - thank you so much for making my entry into the world of triathlon sport such an exciting and inspiring one.” Lucy Thomas

“It was my first triathlon and it was a superb event. The marshals were fantastic and it all seemed to run like clock-work. Thanks to all.” Matt Cockett

 “Had a great time, really friendly and very pro newcomers. Thanks for making us feel welcome and looking forward to next couple of races.” Nigel Fisher

“Really enjoyed it and thanks for ordering the perfect weather for the duration of the race.” Kate Driskell

“Thank you so much for a great race. Everyone was so friendly. It was my first Tri. I don’t think it will be my last.” Richard Hodgkins

Entries are open for Race 3 on Monday 4th June and Race 4 on Monday 28th July. To enter, go to: www.thamesturbo.com.

All the winners (overall and category) received goodies from the Thames Turbo Sprint Series sponsors: PowerBar; Sigma Sport; Swim for Tri; 2XU, Newton and Lanson Running.

The full results are here: http://racetimingsystems.com/public/results.aspx?raceid=2239

Entries are also open for the Thames Turbo Senior Aquathlon on Thursday 21st June. Starting at 7.30pm, the race consists of a 5km run immediately followed by a 426m swim. The run takes place in the beautiful Royal Bushy Park and the swim in the tropical waters of Hampton Open Air Pool. Entry costs £15 for BTF members and £18 for non BTF. If available, entries on the day are £20 (+BTF licence).

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Enjoy!

Well done to the winners, and thank you to all the marshals, sponsors and race officials for doing a great job

Hugo Woddis, Race Director

In 2012, there are prizes from the race series sponsors and a trophy each for the overall male and female winners, plus each age group category winner receives something for their efforts. The 2012 sponsors are: PowerBar; Sigma Sport; Swim for Tri; 2XU, Newton and Lanson Running and there are great prizes in all the winner’s prize bags. 

New for this year is the Sigma Sport novice prize which will be presented to the best male and female taking part in their first triathlon. 

There are also prizes and trophies for the overall race series winners (first, second and third in each category) provided by 2XU and Lanson Running. The best of three races will count towards the result. This year, each male and female category winner will receive a generous £300 voucher from 2XU. Also, the first, second and third female winners, plus the best male and female Youth triathletes (15-16) will receive Lanson Running vouchers. 

If you missed out Race 1, you can still qualify for the race series prizes by entering the next three events. Race 2 is on Monday 7th May, Race 3 is on Monday 4th June and Race 4 on Monday 28th August.

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Despite the rain, there were some impressive performances from a strong field of athletes that included Jonathan Hotchkiss of VO2 Performance Bikes/PowerBar and Parys Edwards of Ful-On Tri. There was also a large number of novices taking part in their first race and we hope this event will be their first of many.

Thanks must be given to the dedicated few who stayed for the prize presentation for the overall and category winners who received goodies from the Thames Turbo Sprint Series sponsors: PowerBar; Sigma Sport; Swim for Tri; 2XU, Newton and Lanson Running.

The full category winners are:

The full results are here: http://www.racetimingsystems.com/public/results.aspx?raceid=2193

Race 1 Winners

This event was the first of many for the Thames Turbo PowerBar Race Team during 2012. This team of high-level amateur athletes will be competing in various domestic and international events including James Brown, who is racing at the iconic World Ironman Championships in Kona, Hawaii later this year.

After a very successful 2011, the race team will competing in a wide selection of races both domestic and abroad in the coming season. From the Zone3 Triathlon London League Race Series right up to the Ironman World Championships in Kona, the team will be flying the Turbo flag.

Not only will the race team be competing in races throughout the UK, they will also be competing t