What A Day!

Ironman Melbourne 70.3 was an absolute ripper, serving up a smorgasbord of smiles, surprises and superheroes. Let's break it down!

First off, the swim had a mind of its own, with the buoys deciding they'd rather play tag than stay put. So, organisers opted for a brisk 800-meter splash-fest starting at St Kilda Surf Life Saving Club at 6:30am. Short and sweet, just like a shot of espresso to wake up those tired muscles. Onto the bike leg and it was a cruise down the familiar Beach Rd, blessed with a gentle breeze and plenty of cheers spread along the course from the TA family. And would you believe it? The sun decided to join the party just in time for the run, turning Melbourne 70.3 into a picture-perfect day for all involved.

A round of applause for our first timers – Raditya, James, Sri, Shri, Shane, and Sarah – who tackled the distance with the enthusiasm of kids in a candy store. Welcome to the club, where madness meets endurance, and you've officially earned your stripes.

The speedsters of the day were none other than Team "6 ears, 3 ear plugs" (Georgia, Angus, Liam), clocking in at 4:05:31. Trent, a force to be reckoned with, nailed it individually in 4:11:24, also snagging his Age Group crown.

A shoutout to the aquatic maestro, Joey, who sliced through the water in a cool 17:18. Meanwhile, Angus (you beast on wheels), buried himself for the team with a time of 2:18:59, but Trent and James were hot on his tail. The run split was a showdown of speed, with Trent crossing the finish line at a blink-and-you'll-miss-it 1:22:00, closely followed by Liam at 1:23:35. These guys were practically flying!

Top 10 finishes included Trent in 1st place, “6 ears, 3 ear plugs” in 5th and the hilariously named "Try Not To Die" (Enrique, Ben, Neda) snatching 10th place. Sorry, Mario, you were just a breath away in 11th – still a solid effort!

To all our athletes, whether you embraced the podium or just embraced the post-race snacks – you rock! Your commitment, grit, and love for the sport make this community something special. Until the next adventure, keep SBR-ing, keep it fun, and keep those legs moving!

2XU Series is Just Around the Corner

The launch of the 2XU Triathlon Series is just less than 2 weeks away!!

As you finish off your final build week, it's more important than ever to stay focused and follow the training programs set out by our coaches. They are designed in such a way to have you peaking on race day.

That means hit those combo sessions this week. They are a great way to train your body for the intensity and endurance needed for an event. This week is also a good time to try out everything you will be using - remember, nothing new on race day! Think trisuits, elastic laces, shoes, hats...you name it.

Lastly, for anyone feeling like they need a refresher about getting race-ready, don't forget we have a whole playlist on our YouTube channel with short videos to help you out. You can never be too prepared!

New TA Suits for 2024

Just in case you haven't heard, our brand-new TA Elite Trisuits for season 2023/24 have now arrived and are available for purchase for just $198.

Not only does the vibrant blue and yellow provide a stylish and sleek look to head into a new season with, but you'll also guarantee epic cheers and support from the crowd on race-day by being easily recognised as you make your way around the course!

The new suits feature a cutting-edge design with a range of tried and tested features engineered to enhance your performance and comfort:

• Sun Protection: Shield yourself from the elements and focus on your race.
• Advanced Aerodynamics: Golf ball pattern arms minimise drag, helping you slice through the air.
• Ultimate Comfort: No-rub points underarms ensure maximum comfort during your entire race.
• Durable Construction: Heavier grade material from the waist down offers durability for the rigours of triathlon.
• Nutrition on the Go: Zip pocket with 2 x mesh pockets for quick nutrition access.
• Breathability: Mesh panels keep you cool and comfortable throughout your race.
• Form-Fitting Freedom: Move freely from swim to bike to run without any restrictions.
• Feather-Light: The suit weighs under 200g, ensuring optimal agility.

What more are you waiting for? If you haven't already, simply jump on our TriShop website via the buttons below and make sure you're looking good, feeling good and kicking goals in the new suit this Tri season!

Time To Enter!

One of the amazing benefits of your Tri-Alliance Annual Membership is your gift of 20% off your race entries!!!! That's a huge saving and we want all of you to use it.

So, here's the deal...

You will only be able to take advantage of this offer when:

a) you enter under TRI-ALLIANCE

and

b) you do it AT THE TIME of registration (it cannot be applied retrospectively).

When you are entering, select "TRI-ALLIANCE" as your club and hit "JOIN". It will prompt you for a password, which you can get by choosing "Click here to request it". That triggers a request to us for approval. Once done, you'll receive an email with the code and voila!

If the above scenario does not happen you won't be able to get your discount and you won't be linked to us. So ensure it has my name (Michelle Allan) attached to the club request and you cannot go wrong!

Please Join Us!

There's a couple of great opportunities ahead that we'd like you to be a part of, and the best part about it is that you get to help support our newer members and make them feel the genuine TA love!

We understand that life can get busy, so we've lined up some important dates we'd like you to keep free because we're calling on your support. Your journey with TA started for the love of triathlon, but we all know that what makes it truly special is the incredible people who make up our community. It's vital that we keep growing our squad to continue fostering the atmosphere and energy we all love to be around.

This is where you come in – we need your valuable experiences and your warm, welcoming spirit to make our squad even better. We invite you to share your stories, make our newcomers feel welcome, and show them the camaraderie that exists both inside and outside of training. Your presence and support will go a long way in making TA a place where everyone feels at home and provides the opportunity to showcase what makes TA so special.

But we know that you are busy-bees, so here are the dates that we'd like you to keep free:

Race #1 Celebration Drinks

Sunday 26th November

Newmarket Hotel, St Kilda @ 4pm

Have a social drink and celebrate Race #1

TTT#1 Graduation BBQ

Thursday 30th November

A causal BBQ at Elwood Beach

Stay around after your training session

Race #2 Celebration Drinks

Sunday 9th December

Newmarket Hotel, St Kilda @ 4pm

Have a social drink and celebrate Race #2

TTT#2 Graduation BBQ

Thursday 14th December

A causal BBQ at Elwood Beach

Stay around after your training session

TA Christmas Party

Sunday 17th December

St Kilda Sports Club @ 1:30pm

Fun and festive frivolity

Thank you for your continuous support in making TA Triathlon the incredible squad that it is!