Posts tagged ‘triathlon’
The History of the Winterlude Triathlon
By Rick Hellard Race Director and Head Coach Zone3sports Ever wonder about the history of the Winterlude Triathlon and how it got started? If not, then stop here. If the answer to that question is yes, then read on. In 1984, Glenda Jones of the Ottawa Pacers Speedskating Club came up with the ingenious idea to […]
Triathlon Training Resources in Ottawa, Ontario
Swimming, Cycling, Running & Triathlon Training in Ottawa. We hope you find this directory helpful to find a coach or club. To add or modify a listing just send us a note.
10 Races Worth Checking Out in the Greater Ottawa Area
Written by: Graham Acreman April 25, 2015 Ottawa and the surrounding area offers one of the highest per capita number of races in North America. On almost every weekend in late spring and summer you can choose from a wide range of events. Whether you’re into running, cycling, triathlons or obstacle course races there is […]
Safe Cycling Tips
I’ve put together a simple, and I hope comprehensive, list of riding tips for better safety on the road. This list is by no means complete, but it’s a pretty good start. For more information, you can check out, the OBC website at http://www.ottawabicycleclub.ca/techniques.shtml In the OBC’s spring newsletters, they carry detailed group riding instructions. There also […]
Gear Ratios Explained
Hey gang. In much of what you read about cycling and training, common cycling terminology is used in regard to gearing, but may not be so common. I would like to explain some of that terminology now. Most of your bikes have two chain rings up front, but some have three. Some of the bikes with […]
