Happy training for the week of 9/24.

Granite Bay:  CTC had a great turnout at Granite Bay and some really strong performances were turned in by our members.  Unfortunately, we once again came up just short of the grand prize, finishing 6 points behind the Sac Tri Club and 2 points behind the Reno Area Triathletes.  Nevertheless, it was a great season ender for many racers who are hanging up the wetsuit and race wheels for the season.  Member results have been posted to the Results page of the website.

Granite Bay Pre-Party:  A huge thank you goes out to Jason and Marisa Berry for hosting the Granite Bay Pre-Party.  It's always a fun time to gather with your fellow triathletes and talk about the race to come, as well as the ones completed.

Golden State:  For those who may have the itch for one more race, TBF's Golden State Triathlon is a fun, nearby race with sprint and super-sprint options.  It takes place October 7th at Discovery Park in Sacramento.  The race is known for its draft-legal bike course and post race beer garden.  At least a few CTCers plan to compete, so look for a roll-call as the event approaches.

Pictures:  The Gallery page of the website has been updated with pictures from the August general meeting and from Tinman.  Thanks to Laura V. for acting as unofficial club photographer.

Ironman Telecast: A little earlier than usual this year, the Hawaii Ironman will be televised on Saturday, October 27 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm.  The club will likely get together for a viewing party.  Please let me know if you're interested in hosting or have ideas for the event.  More details to come.

Xterra Wetsuits:  Xterra Wetsuits is a sponsor of the Chico Triathlon Club and is offering up to 60% off with free shipping to club members.  Orders can be placed through this website.  If you'd like the code, just send an email to president@chicotriathlonclub.com.

Happy training for the week of 9/17.

Granite Bay:  This Sunday marks the California Sprint Distance TRI Club Championship at the Granite Bay Triathlon.  Before reading any further, check out this video from last year, shot and edited by CTC member Ian Mackinnon:

http://youtu.be/0xNN4vWfoqs

If you plan to register this week or on race day, be sure to indicate Chico Tri Club as your affiliated club.  If you've already registered and you're not sure you listed CTC, please contact Bill Driskill at bill@totalbodyfitness.com.  Every point counts, so if you're still undecided, please plan to join us on Sunday.  Look for a roll call and carpooling arrangements to be announced later this week on the Yahoo group.

Granite Bay Pre-Party:  Jason and Marisa Berry will be hosting a CTC Granite Bay Pre-Party this Friday beginning at 5:30.  The party is being held on Friday since some folks will be spending Saturday night in Sacramento.  Current club members should have received an Evite invitation.  If you didn't and would like to attend, please send an email to president@chicotriathlonclub.com.

TBF Women's Triathlon Festival: CTC Members Isa Wilburn and Tanya Torst competed in the Women's Triathlon and the Women's Supersprint Triathlon respectively on Septermber 8th.  Results have been posted to the webiste.  Congratulations to Tanya for completing her first ever triathlon.

Race Report:  In case you missed it on the Yahoo group, Sean Molina's race report from the Ironman World Championships 70.3 has been posted to the website.

Mount Shasta Tinman:  I'm still looking for pictures from Tinman.  If you have a few good ones from the weekend, please send them to president@chicotriathlonclub.com.  If you have a lot, please upload them to Dropbox (send me a note for access).