Pascal first in pre-triathlon time trial
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A puncture soon after the start almost certainly cost Alfred Ebanks victory and a new Cayman record. After a wheel change he did, however, serve notice on other triathletes of his intentions for the Nautilus event. His unofficial corrected time of just over 50 minutes make him the clear favourite and the man to beat. Rumour has it that he is also swimming and running well.
Sunday's event was held over the triathlon course from South Sound to Pease Bay and back. The fastest ride of the day was by Richard Pascal, who finished strongly to beat Oliver Jackson by 1.14 seconds with Mitchell Smith taking third place, a mere four seconds behind Jackson.
A field of 22 riders participated with several good performances being recorded, particularly by Grant Stein, Mike Gardner and P. Hurren, who all clearly showed the results of their triathlon preparations.
Much interest was shown in the apparently camouflaged carbon fibre dream machine wheeled out of retirement by Dave Sargeson. The owner, however, ignored all cheap remarks and showed considerable stamina in beating many established cyclists by finishing just outside the one-hour mark.
It was good to see other triathlon entrants such as Graham King, Doug Bickerton, John Erickson, Mike Parkinson, Steve Forster, Sue Hale and (hopefully) Lewey Ebanks riding, and with just over two weeks training left at the time, everyone was aware of the hard work needed over the remaining period.
The Cycling Association is willing to assist any less experienced riders preparing for the triathlon with either their training or equipment. Contact John Reid at 95674 or David Dibben at 73076.
Further details on the triathlon can be obtained from Cayman Nautilus Fitness Centre at 95132.
