Racing 795

Blackstairs Adventure Race 2014

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Wexford

Race report from David Tully

“The weather forecast was good – the weather wasn’t. Pre race decisions were down to how many layers could one wear. Lining out for the 7 steps were Mike, Barry, Alan, Mat and I with Deirdre Byrne doing the 5 steps. Off at 10am, we thought we’d run the first leg together and see how it went – until I took off! I felt good, running the pace of those around me until I looked behind me and there were no 795ers in sight. My ears were burning : )
I pushed on knowing that Barry would catch me downhill and Alan would do the same in the kayak leg. Anyway, Barry passed me going downhill but was only a minute ahead at the first transition and that gap disappeared on the bike. Alan had just closed the gap at the end of the kayak leg.
By step 5 we were on the second mountain run, Barry and I side by side still and driving each other into the ground. A draw was decided and that’s what the results show.
It was a really tough day out but a great race. Well done to Mike with his second pudium in two years and to first timers in the race Mat and Deirdre.”

Blackstairs 2014

Deirdre Byrne – Blackstairs 2014

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Meet a Member – Tracy Redmond

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Wexford

Favourite – bike, run or swim? Run

Favourite band: The Frames

Favourite sports person: Jessica Ennis-Hill

Something we didn’t know about you? In fourth year in secondary school, i was on a panel for a programme hosted by Ray Darcy.

Favourite book? To many to choose from but I will go with The Kite Runner.

Jaffa cake, custard cream or mikado? Jaffa cakes

Best sporting occasion? ITU AG World Triathlon London 2012 – watching the different para-tri-athletes makes you realise that no one should have any excuses for not trying some form of exercise.

Toughest event? Madrid Marathon (winter training in Ireland does not prepare you for the heat )

Any pre-race/spin rituals? Porridge for breakfast, checking gear bag, knowing the course and of course numerous visits to the toilet.

Baseball or cricket ? Baseball

Best sports website/ programme? best programme: A Question of Sport

Favourite film? The Shawshank Redemption.

Best advice to a newbie starting a sport or received? No matter how slow you may think you are, you will always be faster than the person sitting on the couch.

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Club Duathlon 2014

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Wexford

The annual Racing795 Duathlon took place on Sunday the 30th of March with a 3km run, 25km bike and 3km run starting and finishing at Spellman Park, Kildavin. Much credit for the success of the day must go to Barry Byrne and his team of helpers for putting on a great event which was really enjoyed by members and guests alike. Fintan Redmond was in great form and took the men’s race ahead of an impressive performance by Joe Lillis with Ross Moorehead hot on the heels in 4th. In the ladies race Dena Hogan was the clear winner despite competing and winning a 4 mile trail race the day before. Fiona Gore took 2nd place with our own Tracy Redmond putting in a fine performance to take third. There was some great battles right through the field with the two lap bike course proving a stiff and interesting test.

The main focus of the day is to give people new to Triathlon an opportunity to try the sport and it was fantastic to see plenty of novices toeing the line with close to 20 competitors new to Triathlon – as they say you don’t have to be great to start but you do have to start to be great! A note of thanks to Kildavin/Clonegal GAA club for use of their excellent facilities which is greatly appreciated.

Results 2014

Photographer Caoilfhionn Ó Muirí took some great shots of the eve nt

And they’re off!

“And I said to Cav you need to get more aero son….”

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Racing795 Training Duathlon, 30th March 2014

Posted on March 24, 2014 by racing795

From the archive… Training duathlon 2010

Racing795 will hold an open training duathlon on Sunday 30th March

This informal training exercise is for Racing795 members, members of neighbouring clubs, beginners and non-members/potential future members. It’s an ideal introduction to the world of triathlons/duathlons. We’ll endeavour to time people but this should not be considered a competitive race.

IMPORTANT:
We have a limit on the numbers we can accommodate so please don’t just show up on the day or you may be disappointed.
PLEASE MAKE CONTACT BEFOREHAND by emailing us at racing795@gmail.com

INFO
The format will be 3km run / 25km cycle / 3km run
Location: Spellman Park GAA grounds, Kildavin
Sign on: 9:30am
Start: 10am
Suggested donation is €5 per person to cover costs for tea, buns etc.

Route details:
Run route
Bike route (2 laps)

Remember, this is a training exercise, you will be responsible for your own safety.

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Ballyhoura – Biking Blitz Race Series 2014

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Wexford

Race report by Nigel McCord

Myself , Keith , Lorraine and Miron headed off this morning on our 2 and a half hour spin down ( big thanks to David F for a loan of his bike trailer ) , weather was brilliant all day , great talks on the way with the lovely scenery of snow capped mountains .

Arrived with enough time to do a small rece run and warm up of the final piece of single track , unfortunately we took the easy turn off on the final exit corner which would be me and Keith’s down fall later in the race .
Race starts and Brian was away with the Super Pros , Miron headed off on his charge and was in my sights for 3\4 of the race , Lorraine and me followed with Keith following up the rear . after awhile we were spread out and i tried to reel in Miron but he was gone .. I got a feckin cramp on the first section of Boardwalk and had to stop up for awhile , mean while Lorraine took a nasty fall with Keith following , she said to him to go on . he started on his charge and reeled me in on the final km , all I heard behind me was `Well Lad` …. he scared the be jasus out of me , OK pressure on now we flew along with me trying my best not to make a mistake and give him the lead , then he over shot a fire road cross over and I thought I was save , but bang there he was back on me wheel pushing me on and shouting …. ` First chance I get I,m taking ya …. Lad ` …. Then last turn 100ft from finish the final push up the loose gravel which we missed on our rece run ,I jammed in high gear and bike stops , Keith drives to the left and bang he’s off the bike jammed in gear also , next thing the 2 of us are running flat out up the hill and across the finish line with the crowd cheering …. Ah just brilliant it was . I think Keith got me by a wheel length , Miron was there waiting for us . Lorraine arrived soon after very sore , and then Brian a bit later in the Pros . overall a bloody great day and one to always remember . and yes Barry Byrne this Club defininty sucks you in ……….