After Day 11 we're off the pace

43% of total weekly mileage complete

Both Darcy & Poppy Killey are leading the way, both doubling there weekly target distances.  A big weekend needed from a lot of us to reach our target distances, persoanlly I need 80km this weekend on the MTB.  Its always a buzz to run into some fimilar faces while out hitting the trails, weather looks to improve so get off your bums and reach those targets.

PLATINUM ADDED TO THE DOUGLAS RUGBY 4 WEEK IRONMAN CHALLENGE

Distances have been changed slightly to accommodate for the large number of entries, and more efficient data collection process.  Congratulations to everyone that achieved their target in week one, keep up the good work, 3 weeks to go.

 

Platinum

Scores must add up to 225km

Run: 1km = 4km

Bike = 1km = 1km

Mix example 10km run = 40km, + 50km Bike = 90km

Junior scores must add up to 112.5km

Gold

Scores must add up to 180km

Run: 1km = 4km

Bike = 1km = 1km

Junior scores must add up to 90km

Silver

Scores must add up to 135km

Run: 1km = 4km

Bike = 1km = 1km

Junior scores must add up to 67.5km

Bronze

Scores must add up to 90km

Run: 1km = 4km

Bike = 1km = 1km

Junior scores must add up to 45km

Merit

Scores must add up to 45km

Run: 1km = 4km

Bike = 1km = 1km

Junior scores must add up to 22.5km

We've now accumlated 10,297km taking us to the other side of India, many have taken the extra challenege this week and upgraded to Platinum.  Ensure your taking care of your self when doing these large distances, get in some stretching and Yoga.

 

A massive thank you to Cylce 360, Up & Running and Paula's Kitchen who have generously donated spot prizes for each of our 4 week challenges.  If you want a good coffee, or need anything bike related Cycle 360 is the place to be.  When your out running those extra miles, you will be surpirsed with the difference wearing the right kit can make Up & Running has everything.  With endurance sports nutrition is very important, Paula's Kitchen little treats provide the energy boost to get you home.  Support local, Buy local, Support those that support you!!! Cylce 360, Up & Running, Paula's Kitchen.

 

Prize List

Cycle 360

Happy to provide x5 spot prizes to support the event:

Cycle 360 water bottle

Chilly’s bottle (12 hours hot, 24 hours cold) from Cycle 360

Cycle 360 Bike Maintenance Bundle

Cycle 360 Gym Membership – for a whole month!

Cycle 360 brunch for two!

Up & Running

A pair of Groundhog socks and Ronhill Cap.

A handheld water bottle and Headhog Buff.

Gait Analysis and £20 gift voucher.

Gait Analysis and £40 gift voucher.

Free pair of trainers.

Paula's Kitchen

Weekly Bag of treats

Douglas Rugby Club

Douglas Rugby Club Bag full of merchandise.


Every Monday there will be spot prizes for the pool of participants who reach their targets.  

We've made it to India

India's Population: 1,352,642,280

Area: 3,287,263 km2

Isle of Man Population: 83,314

Area: 572 km2

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