KAILUA KONA, HI – OCTOBER 08: Daniela Ryf of Switzerland celebrates after winning the Women’s Pro 2016 IRONMAN World Championship triathlon on October 8, 2016 in Kailua Kona, Hawaii. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images for Ironman) Best Moments of Triathlon in 2016 We spent a bit of time sifting through some of the best moments as well as looking at what others believe are the highlights of Triathlon in 2016. Some are personal and some are down right a little funny, but most of all they show the guts and determination of the individual sport that Triathlon is. By Shawn Smith • 4 min read
Australia’s Young Guns of Triathlon Are Surrounded by the Best Minds in Queensland Junior triathletes were thrilled to see Aaron Royle and Ryan Bailie at the Junior Series and National Camp in Mid December 2016. Trizone caught up with the athletes and head coach Dan Atkins to chat about the event. The Australian Junior Triathlon Series at the Sports Super Centre at Runaway Bay and By Shawn Smith • 4 min read
Interviews Non Stanford’s 2016, and what a year in triathlon it’s been Non Stanford has her sights set on next year. Trizone chatted to her about training in the UK vs. Australia, and her key goals for 2017. Non Stanford temporarily swaps UK training base for Australia “The Christmas carols have just started in the background,” Non said laughing as Last Christmas by Wh By Shawn Smith • 4 min read
Interviews Triathlon Australia kicks off key overhaul of High Performance Program Triathlon Australia unveiled a new structure in December 2016 with the aim of creating the world's best triathlon coaching structure, and has made several new appointments to steer new pathways. By Shawn Smith • 4 min read
Road to Recovery: Jake Montgomery’s Progression is nothing short of fantastic Jake Montgomery suffered a severe head injury after being hit by a car during a morning bike ride last September. Now, he’s completed his first few runs post-accident and is looking strong. We caught up with Jake to chat about his gains. “My progress is still more than the doctors expected,” says Ja By Shawn Smith • 4 min read
Super Sprint Race Weekend and Young Triathletes to watch Last weekend, 250 triathletes from around Australia converged on the beautiful Gold Coast to compete in various disciplines and formats of swim, bike and run. Australia’s young triathletes battled it out over two days and six races to determine the winner of the Australian Junior Triathlon Series at By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
Interviews Steve McKenna: Moving up the ranks to make Pro Steve McKenna excels at Ironman 70.3 Ballarat, paving his way to become Australia's next professional triathlete. By Shawn Smith • 5 min read
Interviews Sam Appelton checks in from Ironman 70.3 Middle East Championship Bahrain Aussie triathlete Sam Appleton finished third at the IRONMAN 70.3 Middle East Championships last Sunday. Trizone chatted to him about the windswept race and the Bahrain Endurance 13. Sam Appleton’s IRONMAN 70.3 Bahrain “It was really scenic. The swim was in front of the Four Seasons so it was beauti By Shawn Smith • 4 min read
Tom Rodgers: From Pro to Age Grouper & Winning IRONMAN 70.3 Western Australia By Fifteen Minutes Tom Rodgers won the age group only race, IRONMAN 70.3 Western Australia last Sunday by a startling fifteen minutes. We chatted to Tom about ditching the Pro field for age group racing. Transitioning from Pro to Age Grouper 18-24 “I just couldn’t swim fast enough to make it in the pros. If you’re not By Shawn Smith • 5 min read
Ryan Bailie continues Olympic Spirit in Western Australia Ryan Bailie had the honour of joining the Champions to Country tour in rural Western Australia last month. We chatted to him about how professional athletes can help encourage country kids to stay in school and follow their dreams. “It was all about giving them hope and helping them realise just bec By Shawn Smith • 4 min read
News & Racing Tim Berkel and Luke Bell are looking to set the record straight at Ironman Ballarat 70.3 Luke Bell and Tim Berkel will battle it out this Sunday at IRONMAN 70.3 Ballarat. We caught up with the two athletes to chat race preparation and strategy. Pre-Christmas racing can be tough “It’s pretty hard this time of year. It’s about dragging your ass out there this close to Christmas,” said Luk By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
News & Racing Luke Bell & Annabel Luxford Gear up for Ironman 70.3 Ballarat IRONMAN 70.3 Ballarat is looming on December 11th, and two key Aussie athletes are preparing for one of the last big races in 2016. Luke Bell is the IRONMAN 70.3 Ballarat race ambassador, and he’s thrilled to be helping put this country town on the international racing map.“As a teenager giving tria By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Aussie Mel Hauschildt sets new course record at Ironman Western Australia Mel Hauschildt has won the Busselton IRONMAN last Sunday, thanks to impressive perseverance through excruciating cramps and a mission to overcome a disappointing race at Kona. Here’s how the women’s race played out at Ironman Western Australia. Piampiano completes her fastest swim ever Mel Hauschild By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Kiwi Terenzo Bozzone Wins Ironman Western Australia New Zealand's Terenzo Bozzone has charged to victory at last Sunday’s Sunsmart IRONMAN Western Australia race. Here’s what happened during the fastest ever IRONMAN on Australian soil. IRONMAN Western Australia Men's Swim In pristine conditions with light winds and cool temperatures, the By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
News & Racing Ironman Western Australia 2016 – Final Words and Our Predictions Tomorrow, thousands of athletes will embark on the Sunsmart Ironman Western Australia event, the year’s last full distance Ironman race. Here are our predictions and some last-minute words from the pros. Sunday’s conditions in Busselton Tomorrow, the greats will descend on the beautiful coastal town By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
Clayton Fettell Gears up for Ironman Western Australia 2016 Sunsmart Ironman Western Australia is just one day away, so we spoke to Clayton Fettell about race day strategy and coaching himself. “For me, triathlon is what I know. It’s what I’ve done my whole life. The training is even enjoyable, the hard part for me is putting it together on race day. But I’m By Shawn Smith • 5 min read
Ellie Salthouse’s 2016 review Ellie Salthouse nearly left the sport of triathlon last year but now she’s a force to be reckoned with. Trizone caught up with Ellie in her downtime to chat about some life-changing moments, Challenge Melbourne and donut socks. “It sent a message that I’ve finally sorted my sh** out, so don’t undere By Shawn Smith • 5 min read
IRONMAN Western Australia Triathlon to Raise Thousands For Charity IRONMAN Western Australia is one of the toughest races in the world, but that hasn’t stopped a few everyday Aussies from committing to race day by raising money and awareness. IRONMAN is more than just a race, it’s also an opportunity to encourage other to get behind you, and what you stand for. Ste By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
Dan Wilson Wins Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney Dan Wilson has won the Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney triathlon today in impressive style. We caught up with Dan to find out how he prepared for the win. “The two weeks between Shepparton and the Western Sydney triathlon were the worst I’ve had in a while,” says Wilson. “I was pretty tired. I gave myse By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Annabel Luxford wins Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney Triathlon Two Years Running Annabel Luxford has won Western Sydney again! Here’s a recap of Luxford’s exciting race. Annabel Luxford has had an incredible year and her performance at the Western Sydney triathlon today was no exception. The women’s race unfolded much like the men’s event, with two leaders breaking away from the By Shawn Smith • 1 min read
Annabel Luxford and Dan Wilson take out wins at Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney Dan Wilson, Annabel Luxford take out wins at Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney event in Penrith today. Melbourne-based athlete Annabel Luxford snapped up a consecutive win, while Brisbane's own Dan Wilson secured his first 70.3 title. Luxford put in a masterful performance, emerging from the swim to By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney Helps Heal Hearts and Health Grief-stricken heart healed by triathlon. Leanne Smyth lost her mum to Leukemia two years ago and throughout her grieving process, Leanne found solace in triathlon. “I have only been competing in triathlons for 12 months," said Leanne. "Just over two years ago my mum passed away from Leu By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
Ironman 70.3 Thailand Pre-race Summary Tomorrow's IRONMAN 70.3 Thailand in Bangtao Phuket will see an impressive pro field taking part. With the country plunged deep into a year of mourning for the late Thai King Bhumibol, this year’s 70.3 in Phuket will be a sombre event. Many athletes will likely wear black arm bands as a nod to By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Meredith Kessler Wins Third Consecutive IRONMAN Arizona Meredith Kessler won Arizona IRONMAN last weekend in spectacular fashion. Known for her powerful race strategies, Meredith Kessler won IRONMAN Arizona by leading the race the entire way. Lightning fast in the swim, Kessler secured a three minute, thirty second lead as she entered T1. While most athl By Shawn Smith • 1 min read
