Weekly Training Report
| Total Training Sessions | Total Distance(kms) | |
|---|---|---|
| Runs: | 10 | 75.69 |
| Rides: | 3 | 34.66 |
| Swims: | 3 | 7.63 |
| Walks: | 0 | 0.0 |
I posted last week, a picture of my spin bike and was planning a seperate post for each of my bikes as I couldn’t really decide on a favourite. Instead I decided to use my weekly training update as also my #mybike post. Besides my spin bike, I currently have three bikes that I use on regular rotation.
First of course is my Merida Scultura 100 which I have almost had for two years now. I have never had a Merida bike before and it has been pretty good. It is just an entry level road bike, but use it a lot for commuting and training and even do some racing with it occasionally. I got the bike brand new and had an issue with spokes on the back wheel snapping, and when it happened three times in about six months I took the bike back. Merida were happy to honour the warranty and rebuilt the back wheel as a result. It has been all good since then.
Next is my Canondale Slice Time Trial Bike, which is a 2016 model and got it for my very first Ironman Triathlon back in 2016. There are times that I don’t use it, but I have been trying my best to get on it regularly as I know that I race better when I am training on it as well. The bike was new and I got the Reynolds Wheels, second hand, from a close friend. He gave me a good deal on the wheels and I get a lot of attention from other riders as a result.
Lastly, I have my mountain bike. I have always wanted to do some off road triathlons, but have always struggled with mountain biking. This Bauer Karapoti Mountain Bike, is probably close to 40 years old and have done a great job commuting and doing training rides regularly. I actually didn't know Bauer made bikes, until I got this one. I have always been a big fan of their inline skates and ice skates, so thought it would be good and it is build like a tank. I got it second hand when I first moved to Auckland, about 6 years ago, and unfortunately I have not been using it too regularly lately. I really struggle on trails and am just worried about the safety aspect.
Strava Activities For The Week Ending: 2023-05-28
2023-05-22: Afternoon Run 4.2km 25mins Link
2023-05-23: Tuesday Morning Swim Squad 2.9km 56mins Link
2023-05-23: Morning Run Home 7.78km 36mins Link
2023-05-23: Morning Ride 0.0km 36mins Link
2023-05-23: Afternoon Run 4.23km 25mins Link
2023-05-24: Morning Ride 34.66km 80mins Link
2023-05-24: Morning Run 4.26km 25mins Link
2023-05-24: Afternoon Run 4.06km 23mins Link
2023-05-25: Thursday Morning Swim Squad 3.0km 60mins Link
2023-05-25: Morning Run Home 7.76km 37mins Link
2023-05-26: Morning Run 11.05km 55mins Link
2023-05-26: Afternoon Ride 0.0km 31mins Link
2023-05-26: Afternoon Run 4.25km 25mins Link
2023-05-27: Morning Swim 1.73km 48mins Link
2023-05-27: Morning Run 3.01km 19mins Link
2023-05-28: WarmUp/Half/CoolDown 25.09km 119mins Link
Up Coming Race Schedule
We are already planning for races in 2024, but still a lot to get done this year:
- Jun 25 - Wellington Marathon
- Jul 15 - Samoa Marathon
- Aug 13 - National Duathlon Championships
- Nov 05 - Mission Bay Olympic Triathlon
- Dec 03 - Maraetai Beach Olympic Triathlon
- Jan 2024 - The Mount Half Ironman
- Apr 2024 - Auckland Half Ironman
About Me
I am an Aussie living in Auckland, New Zealand and I love swimming biking and running with my wife. I tell people 'I wanna change the world, one run at a time'.