A Great Start to the New Season and a BIG SECRET TOLD!

Many club members have already traveled off to tropical and remote locations to get early season races in... California, New Zealand and Hawaii just to name a few!

Speaking of Hawaii (you knew that was coming didn't you)... at the 2010 Lavaman held on the Big Island, Hawaii Alaska had 91 people participated either as individuals or on a team in this year's event.  With those numbers we actually might have one of Alaska's largest Triathlons!  Certainly this was a significant record in that we have never had this many people attend a race away from home!  Alaska certainly stepped up and got the job done and took many podium spots!  However, just as important, or perhaps even more important all those who TRI'd for the first time!  We had so many that have never swam in the ocean, never competed at this distance, never raced out of state, the list goes on and on, THEY ROCKED... CONGRATS to ALL of YOU!

Which brings me to inviting all of you to consider that far away location you have always wanted to visit, check to see if they are holding an event that you can use as an "excuse" to travel for!  With the sport so popular it would be impressive if you couldn't find a race in a specific location.  The "away from home" race is a wonderful experience and even if some aspect of it is a "first time" for you, if you train smart and enjoy the journey the day will turn out just fine!

And of course, the BIG SECRET... the one you have all been waiting to hear!  Chris McCormack is going to be visiting the Alaska Tri Club July 11, 12, & 13. We have lots of exciting events planned and you will be hearing a lot more about them very soon!!  Be sure you have renewed your membership because club members get first "dibs" on the available spaces!

Till Next time,

Your Faithful Tri Chick