Lake to Lake Triathlon in Loveland, CO this weekend plus IM Nice course unveiled, Gwen Jorgensen with a 2nd place at World Cup Hautulco, MX.
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In Today’s Show
- Endurance News – NICE IM Course Unveiled, TDF Starts 7/1 and 21 Riders to Watch; Gwen 2nd at Hautulco
- What’s new in the 303 – Lake to Lake Triathlon
- Video of the Week – A Fighting Chance with Tim and Ken Hola
Endurance News:
Nice, France Course Unveiled for 2023 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship
June 21, 2023
– 2023 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship Nice, France course maps now available by visiting HERE – Athletes can start practicing virtually on the Nice terrain by creating a free FulGaz account today – The men’s edition of the 2023 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship race is taking place in Nice, France on September 10, with the women’s edition taking place in Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i on October 14
NICE, Fra. / TAMPA, Fla. (June 21, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – As preparations continue for the 2023 VinFast IRONMAN® World Championship triathlon, taking place in two locations for the first time in event history, IRONMAN has today revealed the Nice, France course the men’s field will swim, bike, and run in the Côte d’Azur on September 10. The women will continue building on the Hawaiian roots of IRONMAN World Championship racing in Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i on October 14.
As a nod to the immense triathlon history that exists in the European birthplace of long-distance triathlon that is Nice, France, the race will be centered around the “Promenade des Anglais”, Nice’s most famous walkway – and an iconic location which has seen some of triathlon’s elite race to victory, from Paula Newby-Fraser to Mark Allen. Adorned by palm trees and overlooking the azure waters, this is where crowds will gather to watch their athletes dive into the Mediterranean Sea from the “Plage des Ponchettes” and ultimately cross the VinFast IRONMAN World Championship finish line.
Beginning with the Mediterranean Sea swim, athletes will enter transition from the Promenade des Anglais and follow a double rectangular out and back course in the water, before embarking on one of the most iconic bike courses in all of the triathlon world. Technical and challenging but rewarding in its beauty, athletes will take in the rooftop villages of Vence, Gourdon and Tourettes-sur-Loup on the ascent, before they cruise down the “Route de Thorenc” and through the “Clues de Gréolières” on the descent, famous for its stunning feature film backdrop scenery.
The flat four lap run course will take runners up and down the glitzy Promenade des Anglais, giving them the opportunity to soak up the Mediterranean Sea and infamous Chaises Bleues (blue chairs) on one side, and the luxury hotels and casinos on the other, while gaining encouragement by the crowds gathered at multiple spectator friendly points.
21 riders to watch at the Tour de France 2023: It’s not just Jonas Vingegaard and Tadej Pogačar
Who will stand out over the 21 stages from Bilbao to Paris? Here are Cycling Week’s picks
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Riders to watch at the 2023 Tour de France
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Adam Becket
BY ADAM BECKET
PUBLISHED 22 JUNE 2023
With just over a week until the 2023 Tour de France, teams are beginning to release their teams for the biggest race of the year. With 176 riders lining up in Bilbao next Saturday, however, it could be difficult to pick out the riders who you should be concentrating on.
We have separated out this list into four separate categories – the big two; the pretenders to the throne; the stage hunters; and the sprinters. All will have their chance over an exciting route, with lots of climbing, but also a few bunch finish stages thrown in too.
In the five Tours de France they have collectively raced, neither Jonas Vingegaard (Jumbo-Visma) or Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) have finished outside the top two. There are not a lot of safe bets in cycling, what with the constant threat of misfortune, but it will be a huge shock if these two are not at the top of the general classification come the end of the race.
Results: 2023 World Triathlon Cup Huatulco | Elite Women
Results: 2023 World Triathlon Cup Huatulco | Elite Men
What’s New in the 303:
Lake to Lake Triathlon, Loveland CO
Early Packet Pick-up Information
-Friday, June 23rd, 2023
-2:30 PM to 6 PM
-Location & Address
-Loveland High School Cafeteria
-920 W 29TH ST, Loveland, CO 80538
-Parking
-West Parking Lot of Loveland High School
-Packet Pick Up Requirements
-Must Bring a Photo ID
-Must Have Your USAT Annual Membership Card
-If you are an Annual USAT Member
-You Must Pick Up your OWN Race Packet
-Including Relay Team Members
Pre-Race Meeting Information – Friday 4 PM
If you are new to triathlon or Lake to Lake, please plan on attending the pre-race meeting at 4 pm on Friday at packet pickup.
We will have info concerning all the event categories~ Olympic~ Sprint~Relays~ Aquabike. This is a great time to ask specific questions about the event course, venue, rules, and all your other race questions.
If you are not able to attend this meeting, please feel free to contact Peggy any time before the event, and we will also have staff at all pre-race activities to answer any questions you may have.
Olympic Distance – Wave Start Sheet
-Wave 1 – Olympic Distance
-7:00 AM
-Swim Cap: Yellow
-Males Under 40, & All Elite/Pros
-Wave 2 – Olympic Distance
-7:04 AM
-Swim Cap: White
-Males 40 & Over
-Wave 3 – Olympic Distance
-7:08 AM
-Swim Cap: Marigold
-Females Under 40
-Wave 4 – Olympic Distance
-7:12 AM
-Swim Cap: Powder
-Females 40 & Over
Video of the Week:
2023 IRONMAN 70.3 Boulder: A Fighting Chance Ep.2 presented by Wahoo Fitness
Ken Hola did his first Ironman at the age of 72 and has done 5 including 2 HI, FL, WI and one other.
Upcoming Interview:
Returning guest Tim Hola who has joined us to talk about Kona and Norseman is coming back on the show with his Dad Ken Hola who just crushed the 80-85 division at Ironman Boulder 70.3.
Closing:
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