Sri Chinmoy Geelong Foreshore Run

Sunday 17 October 2010

The Event Sunday 17 October 2010 at 9AM Races on offer include 10km Run 5km Run EVENT CANCELLED
	The Course All races start from Rippleside Park, Bell Pde, Drumcondra, Geelong (Melways Ref 442A10) at 9AM, Sunday 17 October 2010. The event is conducted along a 5km beachfront circuit, featuring stunning views of Corio Bay, with full runner services. The 5km and 10km runs complete 1 or 2 laps of the course respectively. A full course briefing will be conducted at 8.55AM on race day.
Unfortunately this year's events is cancelled.
	Services The event will feature Chip Timing. Your timing chip will be already affixed to the back of your race number and will record your time at the finish. Please note that if you require a replacement race number / timing chip there will be a $4 reissue fee. Registration packs will be mailed out to all pre registered competitors who enter by Friday 8 October. Later pre-entrants can pick up their race number from the registration marquee on race morning from 8AM. Accurate AA measured traffic free course with markers every km Drink stations every 2.5 km equipped with electrolyte and water Our famous post race pancake breakfast First aid services are provided by St Johns Ambulance. Toilets are available at Rippleside Park adjacent to the start/finish area and at Cunningham Pier along the course. Extreme Weather & Safety Policy
Car Parking Carparking is available on Rippleside Park, Bell Pde, Drumcondra, Geelong (Melways Ref 442A10).
	Award Categories Medallions for the top 3 male & female competitors in the following age categories for each event. Age U15 years Age 15-17 years Age 18-39 years Age 40-49 years Age 50-59 years Age 60-69 years Age 70-79 years Age 80+ years
Race History The Geelong Foreshore has long been a favoured location for Sri Chinmoy runs and multisport events dating back to the well known fruit-loops runs at Eastern Gardens in the late 80's to early '90's, triathlons in the 90's and more recently 5 and 10km races along the shores of Corio Bay. This event is one of the three events to be held in Geelong in 2010. Why not see how your times match up with the current course records.
	Results, Photos, Race Reports and Race Archive Results, photos and the race report will be posted online after the event. You can also have your results sent to you by SMS, on race day, for an additional $2 when you enter online. All pre-entered competitors will receive an email with links to the results, photographs and race report in the week following the event. Look in here for previous results, race reports and photo galleries.
About Us The Sri Chinmoy Races are conducted by the Sri Chinmoy Centre as a service to the running community to promote self-transcendence through sports. A competitor at any Sri Chinmoy Race across the globe can be assured of the same high standard and quality of care.
	Contact Us The Sri Chinmoy Races Team can be contacted by Phone Geelong - (03) 5224 1858 Phone Melbourne - (03) 9853 4731 email - [email protected]

Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team articles - more articles

About the author:

Tejvan organises short-distance running and cycling races for the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in his home city of Oxford. He is also a very good cyclist, having won the National hill climb championships in 2013 and finished 3rd in the National 100 Mile Time Trials in 2014.

Vilas Silverton of the Sri Chinmoy Cycling Team recently completed a 5,474km cycle ride across Australia - as part of the Indian Pacific Wheel Race.

Vilas from Bristol, England started in Perth on 17 March and finished in Sydney nearly four weeks later. The route crossed the wide uninhabited plains of Western Australia before passing through the cities of Adelaide, Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney. During the race, Vilas rode mostly unsupported, often sleeping in make-shift shelters and buying his food on the way. For over 3,000 miles Vilas had to contend with heat, traffic, fatigue, long straight sections of headwind, the weight of his equipment, and the occasional temperamental kangaroo.

Vilas got inspired to do the ride after following the race in previous years and seeking a new personal target for self-transcendence in cycling.

In preparing for the race, Vilas attempted a few long audax rides through Great Britain, including a ride from Bristol to Glasgow and back. Over the cold English winter, Vilas completed several weeks of high mileage. However, his preparation was hampered by a knee injury from January to March, which meant little training in the final months. But, after an eventful few weeks, Vilas was able to complete the full distance finishing in Sydney.

Interview with Tejvan Pettinger

Q. What inspired you to do the race?

I followed the race closely last year, and I felt great joy in the heart at the prospect of entering the race.

Q. How did you prepare?

I rode the bike a lot! I built up over the year and completed some periods of high mileage. Though in Jan I injured my knee - so from Jan to Feb - I didn't ride much. And I needed to calm fears about not being able to train and even whether I would even be able to enter. But, after the good training in Dec, I felt I would be OK.

Q. How did you find ride itself?

Riding on the narrow roads was quite challenging. With cars passing close by, I found I was frequently inspired to pray for protection while cycling!

There were many challenges which made the ride more testing. On the first day, I was sick and this continued for much of the first week; as a result, I had to recalibrate my timescale. I just tried to ride as much or little as I could without worrying about time. The main objective was to finish. The fact I was sick meant I didn't physically push too much - it was an effort just to complete what seemed like the minimum.

During the ride, I learnt to be more tolerant and understanding of myself and other people. The various tests highlighted the importance of patience and resilience.

During the ride, I tried to be grateful for the moment and enjoy. When cycling I turned my phone off to avoid being distracted and gain an excuse to stop and break my rhythm.

Q. What did you enjoy about the event?

Meeting people by the side of the road who were following the ride on GPS tracking. For example, when I reached Adelaide, I found people were there to support and offer encouragement - I was grateful to meet people who were handing out food, and on some occasions putting me up for the night. Special thanks to friends in the Sri Chinmoy Centres in Perth, Adelaide and Melbourne.

Q. How did you feel about finishing?

I felt relieved, somewhat elated while also being quite tired. When I finished, I discovered a group of riders who had finished earlier were waiting at the steps of the Sydney Opera House. Very unexpected and beautiful. I was also happy not to be riding anymore!

Q. How do feel a week after the race has finished?

It's a really long way! But it is nice to hear people were inspired by the event.

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The Sri Chinmoy Multisport Classic, held in Jindabyne, is a unique multi-sport event held in the beautiful surroundings of Australia's Snowy Mountains. The annual event has been held for several years and combines water and land-based sports over 12 different legs.

The event attracts a diverse range of athletes who can compete either individually or part of a relay. This video, produced by Sarankhuu Jargal, shows highlights from the different sections including running, swimming, mountain biking and paddling. Steve Hanley a former winner also gives his brief thoughts on why he enjoys the race.

The course is varied, with 3 mountain bike legs ranging from easy to highly technical; 3 running courses from flat to very not-flat; 3 swims of between 1.2 and 2.5 kms; and 3 paddles of 5.5 to 9.5 kms. The swims and paddles criss-cross most of Lake Jindabyne, while the mountain bikers and runners thoroughly explore the rugged Eastern Escarpment, rolling farmland of the Western Shore, and bushland of the adjoining Kosciuszko National Park.

The event is organised by the Canberra/Australia Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team.

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