The personal blog of Robert A J Ford
If you thought a Marathon was tough and an Ironman down right ridiculous then you’ve probably not come across the rare breed of ultra endurance athletes. Imagine doing back to back Ironmen, now imagine doing 10 back to back Ironmen. You get the picture. …
After some long hours at work and then tough swim at I thought chances of qualifying for the 2012 ETU Triathlon European Championships were minimal. Still I gave it a go and it looks like my efforts have come good.This morning I …
Bala is a qualifying event for the 2012 ETU Triathlon European Championships and draws a serious crowd. With my times getting quick and after having spoken to a few friends I thought it worth a punt to register to qualify. Having done I …
Sandy had competed in the BRAT sprint tri earlier in the season and suggested said the course was good. I don’t need much more persuasion than that.
Most of the events I do are for a personal challenge and to try out something new. London Triathlon, however, was different. Since Mark talked me into it, on the basis of having a fast bike course, I set it in my head as an event where I wanted a PB.