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This weekend saw the first open water triathlon of the 2017 season, with Racing 795’s sprint in Carlow, Diarmaid Lane, Micheal Ryan, Philip Manuel, Shóna Keane, Paddy Rowsome and Fergal O’Connor all taking part. In this NS event Diarmaid came home in 20th over all in 1:09 and Shóna was 6th lady in 1:16. Great […]
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Near perfect conditions were organised by Diarmaid for tonights first LTC Cycling time trial for a number of years. It was great to see old and new faces come out to challenge themselves on out and back 20KM route, which takes in the deceptively difficult Birdhill interchange. Cyclists set off at 1 minute intervals, with the […]
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I was lucky enough to get a few days way in Mallorca at the start of April – someone spotted very reasonably priced flights from Shannon, so before I changed my mind we booked into Club Pollentia on the north of the Island, where I had stayed previously when doing the Mallorca 70.3. The area […]
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Dates: Wednesday evenings, May 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st Distance: 20km Start and Finish: Daly’s Cross, Old Dublin Road Prizes: Overall Male and Overall Female – based on average of 3 times Time: Cyclist sign on Daly’s cross from 6:05 pm we hope to get underway by 6:15 at 60 second intervals, with faster cyclist […]
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Our Monday night open water sessions are set to start for the season in the water on Monday May 8th at 18:45 O’Brien’s Bridge. The water temperature is cool but on the rise ( Measured 12.5oC this week). We suggest using the next few weeks to acclimatise – only staying in for 15 -20 minutes initially. […]
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Congratulations to all our winners – if you were unable to pick up your prize please get in touch and we will arrange to get it to you treasurer@limericktriathlon.com
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Despite the disappointment of Munster loosing their Champions cup Semi final, their home base at the University of Limerick was buzzing on Sunday’s beautiful spring morning. Limerick TC’s flagship event – the only triathlon in Limerick city – is held in honor of Limerick athlete Joey Hannan, whose life was cut short in its prime. […]
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For lots of entrants, “Joey” will be their first triathlon, we have put together a guide to answer some of the question you may have. The race brief will be sent out in advance of the event, but here is our guide for beginners: JHBegGuide
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Ooops – I didn’t put my name onto my first post, which you can read here. So I am Sinead Walsh, currently treasurer of Limerick TC and I also do a little swim coaching for the club. Outside of triathlon I work full time, am a wife, mother to 2 active primary school kids and enjoy […]
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The clocks change this weekend as ‘Summertime’ officially begins! Our mid week spins return this Wednesday March 29th and will continue weekly throughout the summer season. The meet point at the Bike Hub, Ennis Rd. Plenty of parking is available for those who want to drive. Please be ready to roll at 6pm SHARP. Until we […]
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Our Limerick TC traditional St. Patrick’s Day cycle will depart the Parkway SC at 0900, heading though Dooradoyle, Patrickswell and onto Croom (approx 22km) from here there will be an option to extend the cycle or return to Limerick for those who want to get back in time for the parade.
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