Archive for the 'Lorient' Category

Robin Frankland: Ironman South Africa 2007… from mid-field

Wednesday, March 28th, 2007

Well the first major goal of 2007 has come and gone and I can reflect on a challenging time preparing for the race and and even tougher day out on the course. Tides, winds and a little sun all came to play on what was ultimately a very good day out for me.

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ITU Long Distance champs

Thursday, February 15th, 2007

Another big change in triathlon rules - the next ITU Long Distance World Championship, held in Lorient, France on 15th July, 2007 - will be comprised of much shorter distances: 3km swim + 80km bike and 20km run.

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