It's over.  8 months of hard training and I finished the Strathclyde Olympic Distance Triathlon today.  My optimistic goal was 3hrs 15 mins and I smashed this with 2hrs 47mins.  I completed the swim 20 minutes ahead of target, made up 6 mins on the bike and another 13 mins on the run - unbelievable.

Why note take 3 minutes out to see the action - click on "My video" under the picture.

Thank you to everyone for their support in getting me across the line.  Your donations kept me getting out to train when I didn't want to and on the day, which was miserably wet and windy, I had the more support than any of the 350 competitors.

The site will remain open for another 3 months to pick up some more sponsorship and hopefully we will exceed the target.

The challenge in 2010 is the Copenhagen Ironman on 15 August; 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile cycle & 26.2 mile (marathon) run.

Derek

 

Thanks for visiting my fundraising page - this is my 3 for 1 compelling proposition

Your sponsorship will cover 3 triathlons:

28 March - Edinburgh Sprint Triathlon
3 May - Glasgow Sprint Triathlon
26 July - Strathclyde Olympic Triathlon (the big one for me!)

I know there are many worthy charities but I have chosen Maggie's for the second year running as they make such a difference in the communiy for people with cancer and their families.  Maggie's opened in South Lanarkshire and have had over 700 visitors in less than a year!  We've all been touched by cancer and know the support you need to get through it.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Maggie's Centres gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

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