We were saddened last week to read of the deaths of three triathletes killed while on a training ride Canada. It seems as if the three were part of a larger group struck by a pick up truck while riding along a high-speed road. The tragedy highlights one of the biggest dangers in triathlon. Most people who have been on the roads will know that however cautious you are, whether you ride quiet country lanes or main roads, incidents and near misses with motor traffic are only too common. Drivers, please look out for us. Cyclists, please do everything you can to protect yourselves. Our thoughts are with the victims friends and families.
Other triathlon related stories that caught our eye include the non-athletic women who joined the Running Sisters, ended up completing an aquathlon and are now contemplating triathlon. Tour de France winner Alberto Contador has signed up with SIS, a group calling itself the Global Sports Alliance has launched a flag flying scheme to encourage us all to be more environmentally conscious, and the Youth Olympic Games are fast approaching.
Quebec truck crash kills 3 triathletes
One of the survivors describes the horrific accident as like a ‘bowling match’ that sent the riders flying through the air. Read More …
Source: www.cbc.ca
Alberto Contador signs up with Science in Sport
Alberto Contador has signed up with Science in Sport (SIS) to use its various range of nutritional and recovery products. Contador will also be advising SIS in research and product development.
Source: www.scienceinsport.com
Ecoflag to fly at 2011 Extremadura Cross Triathlon World Championships
Global Sport Alliance (GSA), a non-profit organization, has developed an Ecoflag, which will be waved at 2011 Cross Triathlon World Championship to be held on 22-23 May 2011 in El Anillo, Spain. The aim is to increase environmental awareness and promote action to develop a sustainable society. Read More. . .
Source: www.triathlon.org
10 Athletes Selected for 2010 Scholarship Awards
10 Athletes from nine developing and emerging federations have been awarded the 2010 scholarship program by ITU Sports Development. Additionally, one coaching scholarship has been awarded for the season. The purpose of these awards is to advance the athletes’ skills with the long term objective of participation at the Olympic Games. Read More . . .
Source: www.triathlon.org
Youth Olympic Games fast approaching
In less than 100 days the first ever Youth Olymic Games will be held in Singapore. The 12 days competition kicks off on August 14 and features 26 sports including triathlon. There will be over 3600 youth athletes from 67 nations participating in this Games. Read more . . .
Source: www.triathlon.org
Amazing Feat by Tri Sisters
Take a group of women who didn’t think they could run to the end of the road, sign them up with the Running Sisters and turn them into a bunch of triathletes. Read More . . .
Source: http://www.britishtriathlon.org
There is only one NOOSA -Try It
If you are interested in New Zealand’s Noosa Tri Festival in October this year, the organiser suggests registering your interest now as entries will most likely sell out within a couple of days of the 1 June opening. Read More . . .
Source: http://www.triathlon.org.nz
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