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IN TRAINING RANGE AVAILABLE
For those of you who want to let people know that you are aiming at the 2011 Ironman New Zealand or are looking for extra motivation, we have produced a specific In-Training shirt just for you. Check out the two options available and order online through our website. There is also some great discounted 2010 gear still available. Click here.
HILTON COMES ON BOARD
As you are aware, the 2011 race has already reached capacity. That is going to mean that Taupo will be a sell out in terms of accommodation – so we are advising you to get in quickly to secure your stay and also for your friends and family who may be supporting you. Our accommodation sponsor, Hilton Lake Taupo has recently been upgraded and extended. The complex, nestled by the bike course on the Napier-Taupo Highway, is the region’s only 5-Star Hotel and commands panoramic views over the lake and mountains. Hilton Lake Taupo is offering the best available rate for anyone coming to Ironman New Zealand with discounted rates for accommodation only or bed & breakfast rates. Advanced booking is essential, so contact the reservation team through our dedicated event page here
For more accommodation options contact the Taupo Visitors Centre on http://www.laketauponz.com/ or taupovc@LakeTaupoNZ.com
AVANTI FLIES BY
Long time sponsors Avanti are offering an excellent deal in August for those in New Zealand. You can earn Triple Fly Buys Points for any purchase over $25 from 1 to 31 August 2010. So pop in to your nearest AvantiPlus store or visit avantiplus.com this August and get prepared for Spring riding! Visit avantiplus.com or see in store for terms and conditions.
Avanti will also present the first of the 2011 bikes for Scott and Avanti in-store and online soon. They will be releasing their full 2011 range in Spring. Check out Avanti's early release models here and the Scott early release models here.
POWER BALANCE BANDS
Have you tried Power Balance wristbands? They are worn by an array of athletes in pursuit of excellence in team and individual sports - from grassroots level to major sporting stars in F1, AFL, NRL, NBA, NFL and more. They are also popular with physios, chiropractors and osteopaths. How do they work? The Mylar material at the core of band has been treated with energy waves at specific frequencies. Tens of thousands of Power Balance fans around the world report having experienced excellent balance, strength and flexibility when wearing a Power Balance product. For further information and authorised New Zealand retailers visit click here or phone (07) 579 3825
PERFECT TIMING
Timex, a leader in outdoor and sports performance timepieces, have announced that the Timex® Ironman® Sleek™ 150-Lap watch with TapScreen™ Technology, a revolutionary collection of precision sports timing instruments that conveniently responds to an athlete’s touch, has been awarded the Runner’s World ispo 2010 Award for Technology. The collection’s revolutionary TapScreen™ Technology allows users to easily activate the lap feature by “tapping” anywhere on the timepiece’s face, rather than having to locate and push buttons mid-stride. The Target time pacer delivers distinct audible alerts, indicating if the runner is on pace, slow or fast, in addition to displaying the time ahead or behind pace. This allows athletes to adjust their speed accordingly and adhere to race day strategy. Read more here.
IT’S THE FAMILY WAY
It’s hard to get a conversation at the Barach family that does not include Ironman. This wonderful husband and wife pair live in Whangarei, in the north of New Zealand – a magnificent part of the world. Brian and Oringa will compete again in 2011, both in the 60-64 year age group with Oringa chasing her eighth finish and Brian his seventh. Brian, who is a mechanic by trade, enjoyed a superb 13:15.11 last year to finish fourth in his age group. His highlight was qualifying for the ITU Worlds in the Olympic distance two years ago. Oringa, a nurse specialist, cut things a trifle fine last year. Her 16:59.15 was just 45 seconds inside the 17 hour cut-off. That is not going to deter Oringa who reckons she never, ever gives up. She has a finish at the Ironman World Championships in 2007 to testify to that – and she still has that 16:30 barrier that she wants to crack.
Last year their exploits led to elder daughter Alice getting the bug. The Dunedin physiotherapist duly added the Barach family name to the list of IMNZ finishers with a splendid 12:40.11 debut. Younger daughter Polly came to Taupo to support the family and caught that same bug, she completed the Rotoura Marathon and has now entered for Ironman New Zealand 2011. Presumably son Toby, who has supported the family most years, understands the pressures building on him for 2012!!!!
If you have an interesting story you would like to share with us, please contact Ian at ian@sportsmedianz.com
TRI TRAVEL DEALS
Many of the record number of Australians coming for the 2011 event will be doing so for the first time. So if you want to make your Ironman experience hassle-free, then talk to the team at Tri Travel. They still has a variety of accommodation only options available, including rooms at the magnificent Lake Taupo Hilton. For the complete “Ironman Experience” book Tri Travel’s Ironman New Zealand Tour. They offer a 6 Night/7 Day Tour package from AUD$820* per person, Twin share or AUD$680* per person Quad share. Click here to read more about the tours available.
EXPERT ADVICE – Nutrition and Training
Nutrition is often referred to as the fourth discipline in an Ironman. We are therefore delighted to welcome to the team New Zealand Sports Nutritionist Mikki Williden. Mikki will be providing you monthly advice on training and race nutrition through our website. While Ironman New Zealand is still nine months away, now is the perfect time to start thinking about what you eat. Check out more from Mikki here on how you can set yourself up for a great race day.
Mikki joins our regular coaching section from Silas Cullen. Each month Silas will outline some key areas for you to focus on as you begin your journey to becoming an Ironman. Check out the August edition from Silas here.
AUGUST IRONMAN PRIZE
You don’t want to miss this chance! Together with the team at Hilton Lake Taupo we are offering you – Ironman New Zealand supporters, the chance to go in the draw to win two nights accommodation at the Five-Star Hilton Lake Taupo *conditions apply and subject to availability. Hilton Lake Taupo is the only Five-Star hotel in the region and it offers magnificent views of the lake and mountains as well as superb amenities. To go into the draw answer our simple question and get your entry in prior to 5pm 31 August. Click here to enter.
On behalf of the event team and our sponsors we hope you have a great August and we look forward to sharing more details with you in September.
From all of the team at Ironman New Zealand
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