We had the Christchurch Triathlon Festival last Sunday (19th Dec). One of the main sponsors was John Bull Cycles – bike shop in Christchurch. I think it was their first time sponsoring a triathlon event and I hope they continue! John Rastrick was at the event with 2 Avanti tents and loads of gels and gear for sale if anyone needed last minute gear. A few days before the race John gave me some of [...]

Last night was the first race of the Christchurch Surf n Turf series. They have lots of races going on at the same time. Last nights options were: Short run – 3km Long run – 5km Short course ocean swim – 400m Long ocean swim – 900m Short aquathon – 400m swim + 3km run Long aquathon – 900m swim + 5.5km run Multisport surf ski / kayak Scott and I entered the long aquathon (900m [...]