Portlaoise / Slieve Blooms Cycle

William Telford has been in touch over the Summer and is organising a charity cycle from Portlaoise on Sun August 19. The cycle, a 100k spin over The Slieve Blooms, will start from Portlaoise Rugby Club, sign on from 9am with a 10am start. The cycle will be fully marshalled with a food stop in Kinnity and refreshments and showers at the rugby club. An enjoyable day is assured. There are also options for a shorter 'leisure' cycle 40k route, and a family option also. All proceeds for the Cuisle Centre, a very worthy local cause. For more details check out their facebook page

Duathlon in Portarlington

A good turn out of Trilogy members at Stump Jumpers first Duathon.  Well done to Andy Williams who has now got a taste of the Podium by winning the Mens Short Course 3k R, 20k B, 3k R.  I cracked the Ladies Short with Eimear Matthews taking 3rd.  Sinead Wearen won the Ladies Long Course 5k R, 20k B, 5k R.  It was very well organised with great after race refreshments.  Shall be on my to do list next year.

Stump Jumpers

Stump Jumpers are holding a Duathlon in Portarlington on Sunday.  See Trilogy Facebook - Kieran Hoey has a post up with details.

Ironman 70.3 Galway Charity Relay

Your TRI CLUB is Needed for the IRONMAN Charity Team Relay

1.9km Swim, 90km Bike, 21.1km Run

Trophies for the Fastest TRI Club, and fastest Splits!

The summer is upon us once again and we are gearing up for another adventure with IRONMAN 70.3 Galway 2012. Once again, Croí, the Heart and Stroke Charity, are the official Charity Partner with the Team Relay event, and we are hoping that you will join us for the Relay Challenge.

2 ENTRY OPTIONS

Enter A Team: fundraising target is €700.

Join A Team: fundraising target is €240.

All entries support Croí’s work to fight against heart disease and stroke.

YOUR TEAM RELAY PACKAGE INCLUDES:

· Guaranteed Team entry into IRONMAN 70.3 Team Relay.

· Official IRONMAN 70.3 commemorative T-Shirt & finishers medal.

· Croí branded commemorative T-Shirt.

· Croí comfort pack.

· Sponsorship pack – to include support & advice on fundraising, sponsorship cards, and letters of endorsement.

Discounts for Multiple Team Entries from Tri/Swim/Cycling/Running Clubs, Gyms, or Companies.

Enter 1 Team	Cost €700
Enter 2 Teams	Cost €1250	Save €150
Enter 3 Teams	Cost €1,650	Save €450

** Tax Benefits: Corporate Team Entries are Tax Deductible.

Full entry details can be found on www.croi.ie/ironman

Beast of the East

We have 6 Trilogy members taking on The Beast this Sunday - Alan Hewison, Dave Murphy, Niall Kavanagh and Mark O'Sullivan all taking it on for the first time, with Liam Byrne and myself knowing exactily what lies ahead.  Good Luck and enjoy.  Don't forget the Insect Repellent. 

Epic Charity Cycle weekend

Hello there

The annual 'Trip to Tipp' charity cycle weekend is coming up on Saturday and Sunday August 18th and 19th.  

Leaving from the Anner Hotel in Thurles cycle options of  20km, 70km, 100km and 180km on both days.  Food & water stations on all routes as well as meal afterwards. Showers also available in hotel after. In aid of The Irish Council for the Blind. 

Training Update

Hi folks, Wednesday swim is cancelled until the Barrow is safe to swim in. The Heath is not an option due to the water quality. Apologies for the training text that said otherwise. Denise