Tri-Bal Training

16/04/2016

The Tribal gang got together for a crack at the last Gatorade Race for the 2016 season down at St Kilda on the 10th April 2016. Most had come out of several years of retirement, as well as multiple…

01/01/2015

Day 4 The last ride day for most. Options to ride 120km / 100km / 90km / 60km with a variety of descends and ascends of Falls Creek and Tawonga Gap. Starting at Falls Creek to Bright and back via Tawonga Gap. At Bright we were joined by not so little Stevie Menzies and partner Jen Bonner. Stevie showed some great development from last year and posted a big PB up Falls Creek.
With the First Timers - Big Hitters Juzzy and Alex taking a 120km different route down the mountain they clocked up over 600km in the 4 days.
The other Big Hitter was Liz Hall showing her massive improvements over the years (5 time Tribal Falls Creek Camper) Liz gave Alex and Justin a run for their money up the mountains as well as down the mountains over the 4 days with her great power to weight ratio - awesome 4 days by Liz. With Gavin Wright always a consistent 100+km per day.
Other first timers Cherie Beckingham and Michael (Iron Mike) Dye showed their development is on track for Melbourne Ironman with an awesome 4 days of consistent riding taking it all in their stride. These two did not miss a beat with over 500km in the 4 days.
A Massive Shout Out to Michelle Nicholas another first timer to the Tribal Camp and has only been riding for a few months. Michelle is also training for Melbourne Ironman and clocked up a very inspiring 400+km. With some general leg soreness continued on with great courage and determination with a big smile and no complaints. Michelle showed plenty of physical and mental strength well above her cycling experience. Look out Melbourne Ironman...
All time Tribal Camp favourites Gabe Kopke and Brian Price showed there experience on the mountains with an awesome display of mountain climbing with Gabe clocking over 400km and Brian clocking over 500km in 4 days making particular strength gains focusing on his Gluteus Maximus.
Past Tribal members now living in Sydney and past Tribal Campers Jeremy Francis and Laura Buckley stepped up to the plate. Laura Buckley with her no fuss attitude and get on with the job had a ripper camp over the 4 days clocking up appox 500km. Jeremy with Melbourne Ironman looming also got the job done carrying a hamstring injury and over 400km.
It was no surprise on the morning of the 31st before our check out to see Liz Hall doing another Falls Creek descend and ascend with efforts. Keep an eye on Liz at the Cycling Road Nationals and Tour Down Under.
A huge thanks to dozen athletes who attended the camp, a big thanks to QT Resort for adding another 3 bedroom and no extra cost, also thanks Mt Beauty Service Station for the Tribal van clutch fix up.
Another hugely successful camp with plenty of physical and mental challenges conquered by all.
Cant wait for next year...

29/12/2014

Day 3 The Tribal Crew got away to a great start in good weather from Mt Beauty heading to Mt Hotham for a 150km return trip. A tough day at the office any day of the year but with the forecast wind and rain. We certainly got that as we were ascending Mt Hotham at approx the 20km mark the weather turned for the worst with gale force winds at 60+kph and rain that turned into hail. As the crew braved the crappy conditions with the gale force winds, the rain started, the safest option was to turn and descend back to Harrietville. Picking up some of the crew in pretty horrendous conditions the others continued encountering a big drop in the temperature, pouring rain, hail, icy slippery roads and tree branches all over the roads. A well earned break at Harrietville till the worst of the weather was over then a great ride back to Mt Beauty. At the bottom of Tawonga Gap we encountered a bushfire a few kms off the main road (lightening strike) that locals were attending. Never a dull moment.
Massive shout out to Alex, Justin, Brian, Michael, Cherie, Michelle, Gabe, Laura and Nerissa. Nothing soft comes out of TRIBAL.

28/12/2014

Day 2. Another great ride day by the crew from Mt Beauty, Happy Valley, Ovens, Bright, Tawonga Gap and back to Mt Beauty with a sneaky side track ascend to Mt Buffalo for some - nice work Liz, Justin and Alex 160+km in the bank... Brian, Jeremy, Laura, Gabe, Nerissa, Cherie, Michael, Gavin and Michelle worked solid on the 120km loop with a special thanks to Pro Cyclist Shane Hayes for helping out.
Another big day again tomorrow with an easy ride from Mt Beauty to Mt Hotham return we hope the weather holds out.

27/12/2014

Great to be back at QT Resort for the 9th year of Tribal Falls Creek Training Camp with an awesome group of committed triathletes and cyclists.
Day 1 was 120km of Stuart Mckenzie;s special reps ascending at Tawonga Gap and Falls Creek. With 5 first timers to The Mountains everyone made the 30km ascend to Falls Creek.
Another big one tomorrow 120-180km with Happy Valley, Mt Buffalo and Tawonga Gap. With a recovery swim at Mt Beauty in the picturesque and cold Kiewa river.
Check out some of the action today.

24/12/2014

Tribal Performance Coaches Andy, Col, Luke and Stewie wish all the Tribal Family and Friends all round the world a very Merry Christmas. Eat, drink, be merry and relax with family and friends. If your out training tomorrow - take care, drive safe and train safe.

04/09/2014

2013-2014 TRIBAL END OF SEASON & START OF 2014-2015 SEASON CELEBRATIONS.

The date is set and venue booked. Its the day after the AFL Grand Final so there will be plenty to talk about on the footy front.
The 2013-2014 season has been a massive year for Tribal with amazing achievements in training and racing that are befitting such a celebration. Over the past few years and especially this year we have also seen the Tribal family grow significantly with many of our members becoming parents for the first time. To accommodate our next generation of Tribal athletes we are holding the celebration at the family friendly time of 4pm.
With lots of new Tribal athletes the afternoon is also a great chance for all the old and new Tribal athletes to meet and socialise out of your lycra and swim cozzie.
The timing is also great to send off those racing at the Hawaiian Ironman on the 12th of October - Brian Price, Annie Martin, Andrea Ray and Ben Welsh racing XTERRA at Maui and also welcome home Mitch Kibby from his European Tour of racing.

Our principle sponsor Giant Australia has once again very generously donated a $5000 prize pack. This will form the prize in a raffle open to all Tribal members and their families.
Contact Andy - [email protected] for details.
In keeping with this years family theme, Tribal is extremely proud to announce that it will be donating 50% of the proceeds from this raffle to the Lilyroo Fund, which was established by our long-time members Kristie and Pete Lockyer (https://www.thewomens.org.au/support/fund/lily-roo-fund/).

The Tribal coaches and athletes are looking forward to celebrating an incredible 2013-2014 season with you and your families. Lets all get along and make it a terrific afternoon / evening of celebration. And we look forward to another great season of racing and training all over the world.

When:
Sunday 28th September 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Where:
Urban Hotel - THE HUB CAFE
Dress:
Smart casual
Food:
Finger food - Cost: $30.00 per person (Kids Free of Charge) payable to.

Name: Tribal Training Pty Ltd
BSB: 063215 (CBA)
Account: 10293330
Description / Reference: "Surname, Tribal Celebration"

To confirm you attendance please RSVP with confirmation of payment.

04/09/2014

TRIBAL PERFORMANCE CAMP IN PARADISE - THANYAPURA PHUKET.
This week kicked off the first of many Tribal Training Camps In Paradise at Triathlon Academy at Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club. The Crew started on the 31st August with some all time greats coaching in Chris "Macca" McCormack, Jurgen Zack and Ben Hammond. The 7-14 Day Camp is choca block full of of great training sessions in the best venues and terrain going around and plenty of awesome weather away form the cold, wet and chilly Melbourne.
The Feedback from the group has been awesome. The coaching sessions from Jurgen and Macca have been brutal but rewarding. The food is great with 3 full meals a day. The facilities are the best in the world. Cant get much better than that.
This venue at Thanyapura is starting to get huge popularity with Pro triathletes and Age Groupers alike looking to make massive gains in their yearly preparation for races from sprint to Ironman.
Cant wait to get back there next year for another big camp.
Many thanks to The Thanyapura Sports and Leisure Club Team - Chris McCormack, Jurgen Zack and Ben Hammond. Also big thanks to Project Clothing - Graeme Clarke for his support and team managing the camp on short notice.
More to come with sharing Michael's blog.

27/08/2014

Check it out, this is a beast - very fast. Contact Tribal's Louis Raymond

2012 Giant Trinity Advanced SL1 Frame and fork are BRAND NEW Dura Ace 7900 components roughly 400kms Giant stock aero wheelset with stickers removed 3T aero ..., 1054804027

06/06/2014

Ben Welsh looking great in the NB gear - All Tribal members - See Andy for your New Balance discount card for online purchases - HUGE DISCOUNTS through our great NB sponsor. Its going to get colder so get online and grab some warm training gear. See me for your discount card, you would be crazy if you didn't.

Whether you're warming up or just chilling out, NB Training gear has got you covered on comfort. Shop yours now, online at New Balance: http://bit.ly/1oqzACg