– all had a wave and a cheer for this motley crew. But how did they fare?With the sun bouncing the heat off Frankfurt’s cobbled centre onto thermometers that showed 118 degrees the day before the race, there were justifiable concerns from every quarter
full marathon – all raced consecutively over (at most) 17 gruelling hours. The Pirates is a beginner friendly team, and there is always a high proportion of novice triathletes among the crew. However this race saw an unusually high number of returning
The calm before the storm: (from left to right) FB, Lindi, Ratbag, Oxy, Zilla and AndyIt's all Andy Collier's fault. His inspiring report from Ironman Florida in November 2004 threw down a challenge for the forumites to try their hand
on a fast course and good times, but when we arrived the conditions were awful. Very hot, very humid, such that I couldn't see properly for sweat pouring down my glasses when I went for a short test ride - and worst of all, very windy.The wind made
attempt in Austria in July. Barlist’s mum, Val, even made the trip. She wanted to see what all the fuss was about having been bored rigid by her son about his IM exploits for years (me thinks she’s still bored rigid …) She was a great supporter
descent. You're off to the hospital and your bike is off to the scrapyard.Financial riskYour training and holiday have been ruined and that could be the least of it because if you don't have the right travel insurance you could find yourself in so much
mountain descent. You're off to the hospital and your bike is off to the scrapyard.Financial riskYour training and holiday have been ruined and that could be the least of it because if you don't have the right travel insurance you could find yourself
Packing your bike so you can take it abroad and then unpacking it at the other end are two of the biggest headaches in triathlon. The last thing you'll feel like doing after a long journey is rebuilding your bike. But all the work you've put
One of the great joys of triathlon is that it gives you the perfect excuse to travel all over the world to take part in races. But if you don't make plans and take precautions you can easily fall victim to sickness or injury and all your hard work
(£1000), four silver (£500) and eight bronze (£250).If your club coffers need topping with help for facilities, travel, equipment or kit, apply today.All clubs and organisations based in the UK and Republic of Ireland can apply. It’s also worth getting
