Plumstead Triathlon Club

…and so (a little later than we would like, but still), this year’s Knysna Race Report all the way from PE:

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In the fresh afternoon air, one could smell Knysna 21.1km away.

The fun bus left P.E around 3pm. Fellow troopers of the well oiled PTC machine had already made their way to the secret location, island vibe , named after a piece of land that was discovered in World War Two, the shared interest in these two locations was undeniable,  for everyone knew that it was around this location that many moons ago fellow troopers just like ourselves had shed blood, sweat and tears…

Troops were rounded around 7pm friday evening, destination 34˚South . Here tactics was discussed, and many folks decided on different strokes.  Some decided on sitting in the corner, minding their own business focussing on the task ahead, amongst them TIM “smash  things with shoulder” ELLERBECK, one member decided to test his strength against all different kinds of poison, after discovered in his food, BRADLEY “shoots food from nose” WENTZEL, whose nurse wife is so hot if you had to ask MALCOLM “lean,mean killing machine” VOSTER named after his ability to take out the females of the enemy…her name was  ROBYN “im so hot”  RAY.

Other members indulged in the historical art, finely perfected over the years, in awe of all…drinking double brandies! They were, RUSSSELL “the love muscle” NIEUWENHUIZEN (new recruit), WARREN “os”DU RANDT (new recruit), JOHAN “not as fast as white lightning” BLACK! Two females stared in disbelief at the ability these men had to perfect such an art before such a big day,  LANA “ don’t blog my bum” GLEN and PHILLIPA “strength of a bear” BAER were their names.

Mastermind and black belt in gorilla tactics through knysna forest, Rudolf “Pocket Rocket his so fast the wind almost blew his FACE OFF” de Bruyn was also present(new recruit).

These fine young men and ladies amongst others were under the control of MEGAN “captain my captain” KNIPE who was sharp like a knife. Her right hand men, BRETT  GLEN and DAVID WYATT (knysna killers), survivors of 11epic marathon fights! Whom many of “accolade accolade accolade” must be held with them next time we meet again!

After the meeting in the so called “general couch area”, all members parted and went to sleep in different bunkers all over the town of knysna.

Before sunrise all members had to meet at the top of the maontain of coffee and water.  The frontline went out first MALCOM “lean,mean killing machine” VOSTER and JULIE “kick start boeings” TRUTER. These two brave souls had to endure a fight that lasted 42.2km, and that’s why they are honoured with the purple star. JULIE “kick start boeings” TRUTER’s star shines a bit brighter with that brilliant SUB 4!

In true Rambo like style MEGAN “captain my captain” KNIPE lead her troops through the knysna forest, red headband and all. Performing like only an HPA can!

Race veterans BRETT  GLEN and DAVID WYATT (knysna killers), performed their tasks well in never leaving a fellow trooper behind. BRETT (knysna killer) GLEN looking after PHILLIPA “strength of a bear” BAER, who struggled a bit at the up-hills and DAVID (knysna killer) WYATT looking after JOHAN “not as fast as white lightning” BLACK, encouraging him with the sweet taste of game and vodka,found in the lil streams along the knysna forest.

LANA “ don’t blog my bum” GLEN, did very well, she was very stoked over her fighting abilities and her time to complete such a gruelling fight of 21.1km as she completed her mission in the same time as Rudolf “Pocket Rocket his so fast the wind almost blew his FACE OFF” de Bruyn.

A very well done to all the brave warriors who completed the mission, those who weren’t mentioned,I apologise, everyone did an amazing job and im proud to now call myself a member of the well oiled PTC machine.

BRADLEY “shoots food from nose” WENTZEL and nurse wife ROBYN “im so hot”  RAY, u guys were sorely missed during and after the war, if only you guys didn’t forget your guns at home!

Thank you to everyone who had a helping hand in organizing everything and the drivers of the tanks…thank you guys!

Then a special thanks to everyone who supported each and every one who participated.

Hope to see everyone there next year!!

CCCOOOMMMEEEE OOONNNN!!!!

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Until next time

Yours in Triathlon

The PTC

The new Plumstead Triathlon Club tri-tops were unveiled this past weekend in PE, as the Eastern Cape division opened boxes and hurridly pulled the shiny new fabric over their heads, revealing new and improved bodies in an instant.

The WC PTC members are clamouring for their own to have and to hold, but if you’d like a bit more than a sneak preview of our new stylish black and neon green wonders, then come check out the PTC at this year’s Knysna Oyster Festival for a bit of razzle on the town, creative evenings and of course, plenty of sport with which to show of our new toned bodies and amazing new tri-tops.

Oh yes.

Until next time, yours in Triathlon,

The PTC

The PTC Simonstown Triathlon video is finally available! View it below:

This event was powered by Ndure Sports Management – contact carrie@ndure.co.za for more information.

Thanks to all the Sponsors of the event:

• Sanbona Wildlife Reserve
• New Balance
• Bio-Oil
• Olympic Cycles
• Tierhoek Wines
• Virgin Active
• Hammer Nutrition
• Aca Joe Clothing

Camerawork by Shaun Couves of Toit Clothing. and Video editing by Craig Bruton of Refresh Creative Media.

Morning PTC members, athletes & supporters! It’s Friday!

Sometimes you just to have something because it looks good. Here is a sneak preview of New Balance’s brand spanking new range of Rainbow running shoes – they are giving me shivers! It’s truly eye candy for runners… get your hands on a pair and blaze up that road!

Have a great weekend all!

Until next time

The PTC

Congratulations to all the athletes who participated in the PTC’s FIRST Pirates Triathlon, held on the 30th of May 2010, in Simonstown. The great weather (albeit freezing cold swim temperature) ensured that attendance was at 100% & with restricted entries, triathletes were queuing for their spaces. The event was a huge success, with great prizes, a spectacular course and awesome athletes and supporters.

If you missed out this year, never fear as the Simonstown Triathlon is here to stay – PTC will make sure of it!

Here are the results! Well done to all who participated – a race report coming soon!

Until next time, yours in Triathlon and all things cool

The PTC