After having run up and down the tow path past The Weir (Walton), we thought it was time to stop off for a quick drink after running on THURSDAY 30TH MAY. Bring a friend, come for a drink or dinner too – runners will be there from 8pm.
Anna Gilmore – Cross Country Success
Main event this weekend was the third round of Surrey Cross Country League matches. Both the men and the women were in action at Mitcham Common, a new venue for almost everyone involved. Continue reading
Olympic Dreams
Our very own Louisa Sawer has officially been selected for the 2012 London Olympics. Louisa will be representing Great Britain in the K4 kayak over 500m. She is one of four in the kayak and a great achievement as the selection process has been long and challenging. She is off to the European championships (Spain) next week before the final push. We wish her all the very best and hope she can do the business.
New members….
A big welcome to Sam and Amy-Jo.
In their own words….
Sam and Amy-Jo have recently returned to the UK after 18 months living in Bondi, Australia. When not sunning themselves on the beach, they spent a fair bit of time training and racing with the BRAT club in Bondi although Sam was known for shunning them in favour of his own company! Both have raced over a variety of distances with varying degrees of success! Current triathlon goals are up for discussion once some semblance of form has returned.
Race News
Great weekend for the VTC at the Bicester Sprint triathlon. The weather was sunny, but windy and with six VTC members rocking up, we looked set for business. The swim was set in a pool with the slowest going off first. With no marshalls counting athletes lengths, it was clear to see that there could be some intersting times. What can only be described as a stupidly long run from the pool to transition, times where set to be slow. These this was over shaddowed by the 400m run from T1 along a path to the bike mount line. The bike course was a two lap affiar, but due to poor sign posting, it was easily to get lost. Finally the run was five laps around a soft and spongey college field. Everyone battle hard against the persistant wind and we picked up THREE age group winners with Claire Lloyd (35-39), Mark Edmonds (20-24) and Mark Yeoman (35-39).
Bored of laps ?
Open Water Swimming season is almost here!
Shepperton Lakes (formly Fresh lake) opens on Saturday 28th April due to the recent cold weather… come on in, the water is lovely 😉
One year on….
Nearly one year since Andy was involved in a near fatal accident whilst out on a training ride he was interviewed by Tom Edwards for the BBC.
Phil, Andy’s brother writes:
One year on and Andy’s road to recovery is truly remarkable and inspirational for us all.
But as his older sibling and one of the first see him after his accident this is especially true for me.
He’s still very much in pain on a daily basis – but never moans! and his upbeat attitude never wavers!
Through this horrendous accident will come so much more, his journey now to promote Road ID and the use of helmets is at the forefront of his agenda.
Im so proud of him.
The interview can be found here.
Project Pink Handover
Viceroys Member Andy Curran was knocked off his bike in 2011 and suffered serious injuries, to help with his rehabilitation the Viceroys led by our Chairman undertook to rebuild his bike, to make it the ultimate turbo bike. (Photos of the build can be found in the Gallery)
Last Saturday a number of the Viceroys were present when Project Pink was handed over to Andy in a surprise meet up at his local pub, Andy now takes over the story:
Hi one and all
Well what can I say! Continue reading
New week, new member…
Welcome to Carla who has decided to join the Viceroys for 2012, in her own words:
In summer of 2009 I took part in a relay race at Dorney Lake, with just the one discipline to complete (the run) I found myself eager to learn more. So that was it, signed up for my first Triathlon. Having only ever swam breaststroke at snail’s pace, I knew this would be the toughest discipline, it was a mental battle to get in the water. I immersed myself in books, magazines, personal training and with the support of my family and friends I completed my first Tri (June 2010) not only that I also managed to raise over £2000.00 for two beautiful children Abbie and Christopher both of which lost their lives to cancer (two charities were formed in their name!).
A warm welcome to Jacky
A big welcome to Jacky who in her own words….
I have for many years been a very keen water skier, skiing on both boat and cable. I have water skied for Team GB in the cable team in slalom, trick and jump. Skiing in Open Nationals, Senior Europeans and World Championships. I am also a very enthusiastic snow skier having done this since childhood.
Just over 2 years ago I decided I needed a new challenge and took up road biking. I cycled Hampton Court to Paris in 2010 and 2011. 525km over 3 days.
Last year I did the tour of Flanders 140km over the pave and the 3 day Alpine Challenge in Annecy. I have joined Viceroys as a keen cyclist looking to improve fitness, get faster and stronger and meet some like minded people to train with. I am this year again doing Flanders at the end of March and climbing in the Alps later this year.
Will I ever do a triathlon, I don’t think so as unable to swim more than a bit of breast stroke, but maybe I would try a small duathlon.
