triathlon club north county dublin

kermit1 · 21-06-2009 8:54pm #1

Anyone know of a triathlon club in North County Dublin?? Anyone wanna get one going??

PWEI · 24-06-2009 5:25pm

I've been looking for one also after completing my first triathlon recently.
Unfortunately it looks like there is none in North Dublin.I think 3D Tri are the only club on the North side but they are more centrally located.They train in Belvedere College Pool and the Phoenix Park.

smcgui · 24-06-2009 9:13pm

Try the Piranha's. They train out of Westwood in Clontarf. www.piranhatri.com

PWEI · 25-06-2009 5:08pm

smcgui wrote: »

Try the Piranha's. They train out of Westwood in Clontarf. www.piranhatri.com

I was looking at them also but they only do their swimming in Clontarf.They do their running in UCD so they're not really a North side club.:(

tunney · 25-06-2009 5:23pm

PWEI wrote: »

I was looking at them also but they only do their swimming in Clontarf.They do their running in UCD so they're not really a North side club.:(

I'm not in Piranha first off.

Lots of piranhas run along the sea front in clontarf.

Raam · 26-06-2009 10:50am

Swords CC are trying to get a tri section going...
http://www.swordscc.bravehost.com/Triathlon.html

shaungil · 26-06-2009 11:06am

Kermit,

There are a few triathletes who train out of Skerries/Lusk area. Various levels from first timers to multiple Ironmen.

A lot of them Swim in Belvedere some mornings (maybe with 3dtri) and do some running in Skerries/Loughshinny with a coach there.

There has been a few more triathlees getting going this year and most of these guys either cycle by themselves or go with Swords on Saturday and/or league race on Weds nights.

Not sure if any wouldbe bothered with setting up a club but most are fairly welcome re people joining up for sessions.

Shaun

Bambaata · 26-06-2009 11:22am

nice concept there by Swords CC. Pity ive just joined a southside club that i'm now happy with! Whats the story with their club races? Can anyone go along and pay a fee etc or how does it work?

Raam · 26-06-2009 11:30am

Bambaata wrote: »

nice concept there by Swords CC. Pity ive just joined a southside club that i'm now happy with! Whats the story with their club races? Can anyone go along and pay a fee etc or how does it work?

You need a race license anyway. Not sure what the deal is with visitors. I have heard second hand that... "Its open to Swords, Dublin Wheelers, Stamullen, Orwell specifically and other visitors. Technically limited to no more than 5 clubs per race but not too strict re this (don't quote me !)."

I know he said don't quote him, but ah screw it. Best to contact the club first I suppose, or else join!

RobFowl · 27-06-2009 11:22pm

Raam wrote: »

You need a race license anyway. Not sure what the deal is with visitors. I have heard second hand that... "Its open to Swords, Dublin Wheelers, Stamullen, Orwell specifically and other visitors. Technically limited to no more than 5 clubs per race but not too strict re this (don't quote me !)."

I know he said don't quote him, but ah screw it. Best to contact the club first I suppose, or else join!

There was some deal where a tri license was supposed to cover cycling events not too sure where that stands at the moment.
SwordsCC are interested in setting up a tri section so do consider that. A new club takes alot of time to set up and maintain !
At the risk of getting swamped if you want more details PM me.
There are are least 10 Swords members doing tri and the late great Caroline Kearney was a much admired and greatly missed member.

PS RAAM is now an ex member of SwordsCC , was suspended for being too skinny.

tunney · 28-06-2009 9:43am

Problem with a bike club based set up is that the bike will always be viewed as the most important leg of a triathlon when really its not at all.

kermit1 · 28-06-2009 1:43pm

Shaun, any idea of times and starting points for these triathletes? Are there females also?

Swords CC looks promising. Surely it would not be cycyling first, a triathlon club would have to structure the three disciplines equally???? If there were enough interested in triathlons then these people would push for what they want??

I agree setting up a new club takes colossal time and commitment, but with enough people involved it could make it easier. I personally haven't got much of a clue how to get started.

RobFowl · 28-06-2009 3:53pm

tunney wrote: »

Problem with a bike club based set up is that the bike will always be viewed as the most important leg of a triathlon when really its not at all.

Fair point but the licences are or will be interchangable at some level and there is alot of cross-over especially with recreational athletes.
IMO a club based on cycling, triathlon and running would be an attractive proposition.
Would also give the club an opportunity to boost membership. Most (well lots anyway:rolleyes:) of the marshals at the skerries tri were swords cc members so there are added benifits in terms of race organisation.

kermit1 wrote: »

Swords CC looks promising. Surely it would not be cycyling first, a triathlon club would have to structure the three disciplines equally???? If there were enough interested in triathlons then these people would push for what they want??

Clubs can develop and change their ethos. A tri section with an emphasis on triathlon could be a equal part of a club with its own training etc. Also would give pure cyclists an extra avenue if they were getting a bit bored. We have recently expanded from a pure touring/racing club to have an active track, xCross and MTB section (albeit still developing that aspect).
Personally always though cycling can learn alot for tri interms of the athmosphere etc at events. Far too many pure cycling events esp races involve tirning up racing then going straight home. Also there is a tendenct to pack if you are not in the lead group, the finishing as a goal aspect of tri is quite admirable.

sahs1 · 28-06-2009 10:03pm

kermit1 wrote: »

Anyone know of a triathlon club in North County Dublin?? Anyone wanna get one going??

Hi! I have been running/training regularly for a year. Just started racing. 5 and 10k's. I train alone and know I need new techniques for training to increase strength and endurance...so am looking for an athletics club in North County Dublin Skerries/Balbriggan area. Would love to set one up if there isn't one! Also, quite interested in the notion of a triathlon!!! Would be absolute beginner though...never swum in the sea before!!!!

bikergal · 29-06-2009 2:07pm

Hi,
Due to a huge interest in triathlon, athletics, cycling and swimming in North Co Dublin, there is a group of us setting up a local triathlon club. All levels and ages welcome.

The first swimming session takes place in ALSAA's main pool at 9pm on Tues
1st July.

The first running session starts at the car park in the Waterside Hotel, Donababte on Thurs 3rd July at 7pm.

The first biking session starts from the Round Tower petrol station, on the N1 just outside Lusk, at 8.30am Sat 5th July.

These venues and times may change each week.

sahs1 · 29-06-2009 8:05pm

bikergal wrote: »

Hi,
Due to a huge interest in triathlon, athletics, cycling and swimming in North Co Dublin, there is a group of us setting up a local triathlon club. All levels and ages welcome.

The first swimming session takes place in ALSAA's main pool at 9pm on Tues
1st July.

The first running session starts at the car park in the Waterside Hotel, Donababte on Thurs 3rd July at 7pm.

The first biking session starts from the Round Tower petrol station, on the N1 just outside Lusk, at 8.30am Sat 5th July.

These venues and times may change each week.

Thanks for the info! I think for now I am gonna stick to running. Still would love to meet up and train with other runners maybe once a week. Again local enough to Skerries balbriggan area! Will keep triathlon in mind though, need to get a bike and think I need to get a little fitter!!

kermit1 · 29-06-2009 8:40pm

Have commitments this week but hope to make Saturday session. Will help out where I can on the setting up bit.

kennyb3 · 30-06-2009 8:56am

bikergal wrote: »

Hi,
Due to a huge interest in triathlon, athletics, cycling and swimming in North Co Dublin, there is a group of us setting up a local triathlon club. All levels and ages welcome.

The first swimming session takes place in ALSAA's main pool at 9pm on Tues
1st July.

The first running session starts at the car park in the Waterside Hotel, Donababte on Thurs 3rd July at 7pm.

The first biking session starts from the Round Tower petrol station, on the N1 just outside Lusk, at 8.30am Sat 5th July.

These venues and times may change each week.

is it possible to just go to the sessions you fancy? id be interested in the biking on the sat morning? do i just turn up or whats the story re joining?

bikergal · 30-06-2009 12:26pm

Hi, I think that as the club is just getting up and running with the first traning sessions this week, people are welcome to just show up to whatever sessions suit them. The training sessions are free, except for the swimming, i think its €7 for non ALSAA members. The training sessions may change every week so if there are different times and venues they will be explained at this weeks training sessions.

bikergal · 30-06-2009 12:27pm

kennyb3 wrote: »

is it possible to just go to the sessions you fancy? id be interested in the biking on the sat morning? do i just turn up or whats the story re joining?

Regarding joining, there is no joining fee for this year.

bikergal · 30-06-2009 12:28pm

kermit1 wrote: »

Have commitments this week but hope to make Saturday session. Will help out where I can on the setting up bit.

Thanks Kermit, that would be great, hope to see you on Sat on the bike.

bikergal · 30-06-2009 12:29pm

sahs1 wrote: »

Thanks for the info! I think for now I am gonna stick to running. Still would love to meet up and train with other runners maybe once a week. Again local enough to Skerries balbriggan area! Will keep triathlon in mind though, need to get a bike and think I need to get a little fitter!!

You are more then welcome to just join the running training, you do not have to attend all training sessions.

PWEI · 30-06-2009 1:00pm

Hi bikergal,have ye got a name for the club yet and when do you expect the club to be up and running?

billyhead · 30-06-2009 1:19pm

I would be interested in the cycling on Saturdays. From where in Lusk and what time do you plan to start at?

kennyb3 · 30-06-2009 2:58pm

billyhead wrote: »

I would be interested in the cycling on Saturdays. From where in Lusk and what time do you plan to start at?

im in malahide if you ever fancy a cycling partner. i work office hours so am free the weekends and some evenings

Bizfc · 01-07-2009 3:30pm

Hi, I'm interested in hooking up to see if we can get a Northside Tri club started as well. Good man for starting the thread.

Regarding tonights meet for the swimming over in the Airport pool at 9pm. I was wondering who else is going to be coming along? How will we know who's there for the Tri training? I have plans for tonight but if there's a decent number heading over I could cancel the plans to see if we can get the club started and off the ground.

It would be great if whoever is heading along tonight could just post a one liner on this thread. I'm from Malahide, new to Tri but ready to start

I have been getting used to sea swimming out at Low Rock in Malahide and have been working towards getting in shape for a 10km in 2 weeks. As for cycling I usually head out every Saturday for a 25km spin so I'm ok on that front.
Exciting times,
Gavin

bikergal · 01-07-2009 4:34pm

Hi, there were 7 of us in the pool last night. Excellent session with some good tips given. Bizfc, apologies as I only read your post now.

Bike on Sat morning leaves from Round Tower petrol station at 8.30. Not sure on mileage or pace, it will depend on the group. The first few sessions will be easy spins to get everyone used to riding in a group, doing up and overs etc. Then it is hoped to split the group into different levels of abilty.

We are thinking of the name Fingal Tri.

Regarding getting the club up and running, the training sessions have started this week. The wesite should be up in the next few weeks.

Bizfc · 01-07-2009 9:11pm

Hi Bikergal, Thanks for your quick update which actually saved me a trip out the airport. On your original post you had said "The first swimming session takes place in ALSAA's main pool at 9pm on Tues 1st July. " I had just read the July 1st which is today and not picked up on the Tuesday bit at all so I was all set to head out tonight until I got your post. Kool glad you had a good turn out and that "The Vikings" (or Figal Tri

got off to a good start. Just thought I'd made a cheeky suggestion on the name for the club

Thanks again for the quick reply. Gavin

kennyb3 · 02-07-2009 7:50am

also sat is the 4th so everybody be careful with that. im going cycling with a friend sat morning already so will prob miss the first one unless things change.

@ Bizfc - i ve recently moved to malahide and usually do 2-3 * 20 to 30km cycles midweek and one long cycle the weekends (around 60km). i also do 2 or 3 5 to 10km runs. so if your looking for company anytime let me know.

Brian

bikergal · 02-07-2009 8:01am

Apologies for mixing dates up.

Swim session are Tues evenings 9-10 in ALSAA main pool

Run sessions are Thurs evenings 7pm.
Meeting in car park Waterside Hotel Donabate for this evening.
The running venues may change.

Bike sessions are Saturday mornings. 8.30 at the Round Tower petrol station, on the N1 just outside Lusk.

Bizfc · 02-07-2009 8:14am

Brian you sound like you manage to get out cycling quite a bit. We should hook up for sure. I went out for a 8km last night from Biscayne to the lifeguard hut on Portmarnock Strand. I was out with my bro. We're both training for the Adidas 5 miler on July 18th http://dublinmarathon.ie/race_series.php should be a nice event.

kermit1 · 02-07-2009 6:54pm

Great that first swim session went so well. It's great to get little tips of others. I myself swim over in Roganstown with friend so may not make sessions in ALSAA.

I had an idea there were a fair few interested in tri in north dublin. So many people out running and cycling. When club gets up and running it can continue to a Quadrathlon club which includes kayaking also. Did a race in uk in may with kayak and it was fab! Just adds another discipline to get addicted to.

And Bizfc I know Kermit is a boy but I'm a girl!

See you on Saturday morning!

Bizfc · 03-07-2009 9:55pm

Just wondering who's heading out in the morning. 8:30am is an early start. The Round Tower Petrol Station is the one just at the turn for Lusk and Dun Emer right? Cheers, Gavin

Bizfc · 04-07-2009 12:23am

If anyone gets a chance to post in the morning that they're heading out that would be great. Cheers, Gavin

kermit1 · 04-07-2009 6:45am

Yep that's the right petrol station. See you there. Hope wind dies down a bit!

Bizfc · 04-07-2009 11:21am

Hi Sorry I couldn't make it this morning. I was looking forward to it but I've been trying to shake a cold all week and it got the better of me this morning. Hoping to be back in shape to make it to the Swim training over in Alssa next week. Hope it went well this morning and hope to catch up with you guys next week.
Cheers,
Gavin

kermit1 · 04-07-2009 8:54pm

Good cycle today - great to meet everyone. Hope you all made it back ok and got that puncture fixed. I did miss the group on way back to help with the headwind! See you during the week.

Lisa

meathcountysec · 04-07-2009 10:06pm

sahs1 wrote: »

Hi! I have been running/training regularly for a year. Just started racing. 5 and 10k's. I train alone and know I need new techniques for training to increase strength and endurance...so am looking for an athletics club in North County Dublin Skerries/Balbriggan area. Would love to set one up if there isn't one! Also, quite interested in the notion of a triathlon!!! Would be absolute beginner though...never swum in the sea before!!!!

Star of the Sea AC, technically in Meath, but close enough to Balbriggan. Google for their website for contacts

kennyb3 · 06-07-2009 9:37am

kermit1 wrote: »

Good cycle today - great to meet everyone. Hope you all made it back ok and got that puncture fixed. I did miss the group on way back to help with the headwind! See you during the week.

Lisa

Lisa,

Was that you that went past me (with someone else) heading towards lusk (dublin direction) and gave me a big friendly hello (20 past or half 8ish). i was wearing a euskaltel (bright orange) jersey. i had intended on going but met a friend and went for a spin with swords cc instead. let me know when the next spin is. also if anyone is around tonight or wednesday in teh north county dublin area and is up for a spin let me know. i ll be doing 50 to 60km and will travel to meet you.

Brian

or maybe was it Bikergal, just looking back over the posts? whoever it was, great to see someone being so friendly at that hour of the morning. nothing worse tahn other cyclists blanking you when you say hi

barongreen · 06-07-2009 2:05pm

Hello there to everyone interested in getting a fingal club going. I,m delighted as i'm in swords and have wanted to join a club this summer, but no local clubs.
I hope to join in for the swim tomorrow night.
One suggestion though, swords cc train on sat mornings aswell, there may be people who have to choose between the two. no biggie.
generally looking forward to where ever this venture leads.

any events on the horizan, there's a tri in clougherhead in a months time.

kennyb3 · 06-07-2009 2:16pm

barongreen wrote: »

One suggestion though, swords cc train on sat mornings aswell, there may be people who have to choose between the two. no biggie.

had to chose myself this week - went with swords for this week.think swords have spins sunday too so there will always be a clash. be good to get a midweek spin going too. im out tonight cycling and wednesday but tend to end up doing it alone

bikergal · 07-07-2009 7:49am

kennyb3 wrote: »

Lisa,

Was that you that went past me (with someone else) heading towards lusk (dublin direction) and gave me a big friendly hello (20 past or half 8ish). i was wearing a euskaltel (bright orange) jersey. i had intended on going but met a friend and went for a spin with swords cc instead. let me know when the next spin is. also if anyone is around tonight or wednesday in teh north county dublin area and is up for a spin let me know. i ll be doing 50 to 60km and will travel to meet you.

Brian

or maybe was it Bikergal, just looking back over the posts? whoever it was, great to see someone being so friendly at that hour of the morning. nothing worse tahn other cyclists blanking you when you say hi

Hi Brian, I think that was me. I was heading to the fingal tri spin with one of the lads. I remember saying hi to someone. Bernie

bikergal · 07-07-2009 7:55am

kennyb3 wrote: »

had to chose myself this week - went with swords for this week.think swords have spins sunday too so there will always be a clash. be good to get a midweek spin going too. im out tonight cycling and wednesday but tend to end up doing it alone

Hi, I am actively involved with Swords CC and do go on spins with them, sounds bunch with some very experienced riders. I have learned lots from them. However, I wanted to keep the tri spins seperate as I understand that there will be many different levels with the tri group, and the Swords gang (like all cycling clubs) frown upon tri bars when cycling in a bunch. Also that Sat spin from Blakes Cross is very fast, so would not be suitable for everyone. As the tri club gets more established we can meet and chat and see what suits everyone. I would rather that a lot of the less experienced cyclists got more experience in a group before heading out with a Swords spin.

There is a great Swords spin that departs on Sundays from the Lord Mayors, maybe 9 or 9.15.

kennyb3 · 07-07-2009 7:56am

sounds like it was definitely you then, you were nice and chirpy for that hour of the morning!!. how did the spin go, did you's do much? when is the next running and cycling sessions (i swim like a brick!)

kennyb3 · 07-07-2009 8:02am

ah i totally get where you are coming from. going to the swords half 8 spin next week but will come to the tri spin the sat after. will also try make the nest running session. Thanks

Brian

bikergal · 07-07-2009 9:05am

Hi Brian,

The swim session is tonight (Tues) 9 to 10pm, ALSAA main pool. The guy who is helping us is unable to make it, but I have some drills we can do. As we are just getting started and trying to wrangle a lane or two off the regular swimmers, not sure how it might go!! Last weeks session was great.

Running session is Thurs evening, meeting at Waterside hotel car park, Donabate. 7pm for a 9k loop.

As we get more interested and the website up and running, it is hoped that there will be more meet and train sessions. website is www.fingaltri.ie

2 events on the horizon, but some serious training to be done!!

Beast of the East and Gael Force West..... why oh why did i enter them??

B

michellefla · 07-07-2009 7:58pm

I've just recently moved to the area and wanted to know the distances you run on a Thur night. Are there different pace groups? I run 5k about 3 times a week..average slightly under 30mins. Would love to start running with others though:)

bikergal · 08-07-2009 7:18am

michellefla wrote: »

I've just recently moved to the area and wanted to know the distances you run on a Thur night. Are there different pace groups? I run 5k about 3 times a week..average slightly under 30mins. Would love to start running with others though:)

We had the first running session last week, there was one group of us that did a 9k loop. There is one lady who wants to do a shorter run this week, so if you wanted to go with her. We are just getting going and I am sure as more people meet and train, there will be lots of different levels. You are more than welcome.

kermit1 · 08-07-2009 9:03am

Won't be able to make run tomorrow night. Runners knee is giving me a lot of hassle. Get to 4kish and gets unbearable. Any tips on mending it?? Been seeing physio for a few weeks now.

How did last nights swim session go? Great book to get is "Triathlon Training Swimming" by Steve Tarpinian. Good reading.

Brian I would have given you a wave if I'd met you! I know the cyclists you mean that cruise by without even a nod! I won't be out tonight - a lot of my training depends on babysitters so it's mostly a last minute thing. I do know a guy from Lusk who trains on his own who may like to join you. Will check next time I see him.

Website is looking good Bernie!

bikergal · 08-07-2009 5:46pm

kermit1 wrote: »

Won't be able to make run tomorrow night. Runners knee is giving me a lot of hassle. Get to 4kish and gets unbearable. Any tips on mending it?? Been seeing physio for a few weeks now.

How did last nights swim session go? Great book to get is "Triathlon Training Swimming" by Steve Tarpinian. Good reading.

Brian I would have given you a wave if I'd met you! I know the cyclists you mean that cruise by without even a nod! I won't be out tonight - a lot of my training depends on babysitters so it's mostly a last minute thing. I do know a guy from Lusk who trains on his own who may like to join you. Will check next time I see him.

Website is looking good Bernie!

Swim session went well last night. There were a few more than last week.
That book sounds good. I must look out for it!
Thanks for the compliment Lisa, but its one of the lads who has done all the work and he has it looking great.

Bizfc · 09-07-2009 8:43am

Hi guys,
Congrats Bernie on getting the website up and running. It looks great and like it has all the potential to be an ideal forum for updates and info. I'm suffering with a flu at the moment but once I'm back I look forward to hooking up with you guys for some training.
Cheers,
Gavin
PS I also hate those cyclist that blank you after you've waved at them passing. I'll always be a waver even it becomes uncool

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