Apple Triathlon Kelowna

Sad News

2012-01-27T16:25:00.000-08:00

It is with deep regret and sadness that we have learned that Jennifer Hindle has passed away.

As many of you know, Jennifer's husband former mayor John Hindle, started the Apple back in 1983. Jennifer was involved every year for 29 years and continued to be involved even after her husband passed away. I think she was very proud of how the event has caught on and grown over the years. She loved to see and meet the people who came to participate in the Apple as either a racer or as a volunteer. She always seemed to have a reason to smile. She was very inspirational and will be missed.

Best Triathlon in Western Canada!

2012-01-23T07:39:00.000-08:00

Thanks to the readers of Get Out There Magazine, the Apple Triathlon has been chosen as Best Triathlon in Western Canada in the magazine's Reader's Choice Awards!

Quick Change

2012-01-21T15:17:00.000-08:00

Every triathlete needs to know how to change a tire. Now is the time to practice changing it quickly. Check out this pro changing a bike tire in less than a minute. Amazing! Of course, I'd like to see him do the same with the back wheel...

Happy New Year!

2012-01-07T20:17:00.000-08:00

Well, it’s January - time to get back to serious training and think about your 2012 race schedule! Will the Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon be on your list?

Click on the link below to see some great swim tips from well-known Canadian triathlon coach, Joel Filliol.

Here is a brief clip from the “About Joel” section of his blog.

“Joel has been involved in endurance sport since 1989 both as an athlete and coach. As an athlete Joel has competed in over 100 triathlon and multisport events and represented Canada at World Championships in Triathlon and Duathlon. As a coach he has worked with athletes at the highest levels including at the Ironman and Ironman 70.3 World Championships, the ITU World Elite and Age Group Championships, and multisport games such as the Commonwealth, Pan American, and Olympic Games.”

And here are Joel’s Top 20 Rules for Faster Triathlon Swimming

Who doesn’t want to swim faster?

PS If you’re not already following the Apple Triathlon blog, scroll down the page, look for the link on the right, and click “follow”! You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter for up-to-the-minute information.

Elite Photos

2011-09-06T14:52:00.000-07:00

Here is a link to a great collection of photographs from the Elite and Junior Elite races at the 2011 Kelowna Apple Triathlon!

Bike Course Video

2011-08-26T14:08:00.000-07:00

Awesome video by one of our bike course volunteers! Thanks Brent for capturing the scenic course from your scooter. If you haven't raced our course before, check this out to get an idea why everybody loves our race ....

Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon Bike Video from Brent Prokop on Vimeo.

Road Closures-Parking Guide-Traffic Detours

2011-08-17T09:55:00.000-07:00

Make sure to check traffic detours, parking details and road closures this weekend before you head out on the road on Apple Triathlon weekend. Here are few links you might find useful from our website ...

Road Closures - Get a list of road closures and detours here: http://www.appletriathlon.com/2011RoadClosuresandDetours.pdf.
Detour Maps - Saturday's and Sunday's detour maps are the same as last year. Saturday: http://www.appletriathlon.com/2011saturdaydetourmap.pdf . Sunday: http://www.appletriathlon.com/2011sundaydetourmap.pdf
Parking - If you will be parking downtown as a volunteer, spectator or for work, here are the recommended parking areas for the weekend: http://www.appletriathlon.com/2011ParkingGuide.pdf.
Site Map - For an overall Apple Triathlon race site map (same as last year) go to: http://www.appletriathlon.com/2011overallsiteplan.pdf.

Keep in mind that the Queensway Boat Launch @ 238 Queensway, the Water Street Boat Launch @ 1354 Water Street and the Sutherland Park Boat Launch @ 700 Ellis Street are CLOSED during the race (5am-12:30pm Saturday and 5am-4:30pm Sunday). The boat lock at the Delta Grand will also be CLOSED during these same times.

You may consider using boat launches at Cedar Creek Park @ 5200 Lakeshore Road or Cook Road Boat Launch beside the El Dorado Hotel @ 500 Cook Road.

Fresh Food - Great Coffee - Post Race Massage

2011-08-15T09:59:00.000-07:00

Three things we are pleased to offer to our participants have helped make the 2011 Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon a quality event: Fresh food, great coffee and a post-race massage! Thanks to our sponsors Quality Greens, Suncity Physiotherapy, and Giobean Espresso for their support.

Quality Greens

This is the third year for Chris, Lisa and the team at Quality Greens as our food sponsor. 2011 promises another year of an amazing spread including pineapple, cantaloupe, watermelon, and bananas. For those looking for more than fruit they will also be providing peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, cookies and Coke to help with recovery.

Sun City Physiotherapy

To get the stiffness out of your legs, make sure to go to the Suncity Physiotherapy massage tent right next to the food area. Sherysse Morris and the team of Suncity will be available for a deep tissue massage to help you with recovery.

Giobean Espresso

If you are a coffee fan, make sure to pick up a two for one coupon in the food area, grab another athlete, and stop by Giobean Espresso next to the Grand Hotel. Enjoy a cafe latte, espresso, cafe mocha, or any hot beverage on the Giobean menu and get the second hot drink for free. Just make sure to wear your Apple Triathlon Athletes T-shirt when you order!

We look forward to seeing you at the 2011 Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon, and thanks again to all our sponsors. For more information check our events schedule at http://www.appletriathlon.com/events.php.

Volunteer And Win!

2011-08-12T13:12:00.000-07:00

The 2011 Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon is less than a week away, and volunteers are still needed. Each year 1200 positions need to be filled, and these positions are vital to the success of our event. As a thank you for helping us by volunteering, we have some "treats" ready for you, and you can win "big time"!

When you arrive for your volunteer shift in the morning, please make sure to pick up your coupon for a free coffee at Giobean Espresso at the volunteer table in front of Prospera Place.

Then stop by and meet Giovanni and Lucy Lauretta and the staff at Giobean Espresso, 1340 Water Street, right in front of The Delta Grand.

Make sure to show your coupon and wear your volunteer shirt.

We would also like to remind you to attend this year's volunteer appreciation event, sponsored by Boston Pizza.

Enjoy Boston Pizza and meet your fellow volunteers. In addition, you can win: 2 tickets on Air Canada anywhere in Continental North America where Air Canada flies; a gift certificate from Big White Ski Resort, including weekend accommodation, lift passes and rental equipment for 2 people; and “Beer for a year” from Tree Brewing.

Details provided at the volunteer table in front of Prospera Place on Saturday August 20 and Sunday August 21. Make sure to get your invitation when you pick up your t-shirt!

If you have not signed up as a volunteer this year make to sign up on line at http://www.appletriathlon.com/participate-volunteers.php !.

2011 Canadian Triathlon Championships

2011-08-11T12:26:00.000-07:00

Some of Canada’s finest triathletes have confirmed their participation in the 29th annual Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon taking place August 19 to 21 in Kelowna. Amongst them are 36-year-old, two-time Olympic medal winner Simon Whitfield of Victoria, 26-year-old Kyle Jones of Oakville, Ontario and 22-year-old Edmonton native Paula Findlay.

Findlay placed 29th in the ITU Triathlon World Championship Series Race in London on August 6, testing her recovery from a hip injury.

“It is not the result I wanted, but I have to put things into perspective and I can’t expect to be there with the fastest girls having not run in nearly five weeks,” said Findlay, whose lower placing in London reduced her ITU elite ranking to third overall.

“When I made the decision to race, I knew I didn’t have the fitness, but wanted to come and experience the London course so I can be prepared for next year.”

Jones and Whitfield turned in a solid performance at the same event in London. Jones finished as the top Canuck in 19th place, clocking a time of 1:52:10.

Whitfield clocked-in at 1:52:23 to take 23rd spot in the 67-strong field of the world’s best triathletes.

Kelowna always makes for an exciting battle ground for these two as well. In 2010 Whitfield took the Canadian title in Kelowna, beating Jones in a sprint finish by a mere fifth of a second.

Elite males from eleven countries and Elite women from five countries will participate in the 2011 Kelowna ITU Triathlon Pan American Cup, also hosted by the Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon.

With close to 2,000 event entries expected for the three-day event and more than 1,200 volunteer positions, the Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon is the largest Canadian triathlon, acknowledged as one of the best organized events in Canada.

Nine days before the event, almost 500 of 1,200 volunteer positions have yet to be filled. One person can fill more than one position, and volunteers can visit the event website at http://www.appletriathlon.com/participate-volunteers.php to register. Available volunteer positions are mainly on the bike and run courses on Saturday and Sunday. People are also needed for equipment set-up and take-down on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

More information on the weekend’s events is available at http://www.appletriathlon.com/events.php. The “Apple” offers races for all ages and stages, from Kids of Steel, to the Try-a-Tri, a fun run, aquathon, the business challenge relay, Junior Elites, competitive age-groupers, and finishes with the Male and Female Elite races on Sunday, August 21.

The event is organized by the Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society (KATS), a non-profit society. Triathlon Canada is the governing body for triathlon in Canada. Since its recognition as an Olympic medal sport from 2000, Triathlon Canada’s mandate is to promote, foster, organize and develop the sport of triathlon and its related disciplines in Canada. For more information on Triathlon Canada, visit www.triathloncanada.com .

Business Challenge Sprint Relay

2011-08-11T12:13:00.000-07:00

Steven Coulthard, Team Captain Blenz Coffee;
Business Challenge Winner 2009-2010

The Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon, taking place on August 19-21, provides the perfect opportunity for businesses in the Okanagan to challenge each other in a triathlon!

Enjoy the warm waters of Lake Okanagan and race through the streets of Kelowna on a morning of fun, fitness, and friendly competition by joining the Northern Computer Business Challenge Sprint Relay presented by Total Office on Sunday, August 21.

Get together a three-person team: one swimmer, one cyclist and a runner, and challenge other business teams! Co-workers, friends, family or associates can participate under a business name. Teams are not limited to corporations alone, but can include associations, organizations, clubs and societies.

Ideally, the three-person teams will have both male and female members. The Business Challenge Sprint Relay will start with a 750m swim at Tugboat beach, followed by a 20km bike ride through downtown Kelowna and finishes with a 5km run through the downtown Kelowna area and along the lake.

Last year's winner was the team from Blenz Coffee (downtown location). Steven Coulthard and his team members have won the cup in 2009 and 2010. Maybe you and your friends at work would like to challenge the team from Blenz for the cup in 2011?

Use the Northern Computer Business Challenge Sprint Relay presented by Total Office Furnishings as an opportunity to build team spirit or to show others what you’re made of!

Hope to see you, at the 2011 Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon for this fun-filled weekend of events. For more information on the Northern Computer Business Challenge Sprint Relay presented by Total Office Furnishings go to http://www.appletriathlon.com/events.php#applecup.

(There are also still a large number of volunteer positions to be filled. Please visit the website at www.appletriathlon.com and look under Volunteers to sign up online! For questions, contact the KATS office at 250-763-5287.)

World Class Volunteers - World Class Race!

2011-08-04T14:41:00.001-07:00

With little more than two weeks to go before the 29th annual Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon on August 19 to 21, all indicators are that the host event of the Canadian National Championships and ITU Triathlon Pan American Cup will again have a record-breaking year.

With more than 1 000 of approximately 1 200 participant spots already filled for the Sunday events, it is clear that local, national and international athletes rate the “Apple” as a world-class triathlon event.

In an exciting build-up to the events in Kelowna, the Dextro Energy Triathlon ITU World Championship Series takes place on August 6 and 7 in Hyde Park, London, England. Canada’s top triathletes, including two-time Olympic medallist Simon Whitfield (Victoria), world number-two ranked Paula Findlay (Edmonton) and three-time ITU Continental Cup winner Kyle Jones (Oakville, Ontario), will have the last opportunity to test themselves on the proposed 2012 Olympic Triathlon Course. The world’s elite women’s race takes place on August 6, with the men battling it out on August 7.

For the Apple, nearly six hundred of more than 1200 volunteer positions still need to be filled. “We are fortunate and grateful that many of our loyal supporters are filling more than one position,” says Dave McCoubrey, volunteer director.

Event organizers, the Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society (KATS), have made volunteer registration more effective with a new online volunteer registration system developed by Kelowna web developer, Peter Rudd. “This makes it a lot easier for our volunteers to choose their preferred positions, locations and times,” says McCoubrey. To register as a volunteer for a position on any of the days or to host an Elite athlete as part of the Homestay program please visit: http://www.appletriathlon.com/participate-volunteers.php or call the KATS office at (250) 763-5287.

If you would like to get one of the last spots for any of the events during the Kelowna Apple Triathlon weekend, visit http://www.appletriathlon.com/ for more information. Event entries close on August 14. The Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon offers races for all ages and stages, starting on Friday with the open water swim, aquathon and a fun run, and continuing on Saturday with Kids of Steel , the Try-a-Tri and Junior Elites. Sunday sees the business challenge relay, competitive age-groupers and paratriathletes, and of course, the highlight event featuring Male and Female Elites.

Aquathon - Free for all Sunday Racers!

2011-07-31T17:05:00.000-07:00

Looking for a way to warm up for the Kelowna Apple Triathlon and have some fun on Friday night? Then participate in the Fred Sarkari Aquathon presented by Total Office!

The Aquathon was included for the first time in 2008, and has steadily grown each year. The 2011 event (sponsored by Fred Sarkari and Total Office) consists of a 2.5km run, 1km swim and another 2.5 km run.

The swim portion of the Aquathon uses the same swim course as the triathlon and is popular for many athletes to get a feel of Okanagan Lake.

No formal sign up is required to participate in the Aquathon; just show up for sign up/body marking starting at 5:00pm at Tugboat Beach. The event starts at 5:30pm. The event is free to all registered Kelowna Apple Triathlon Sunday racers. (Then join us for refreshments at the beverage tent!)

Make sure to check the Apple Triathlon website for event updates http://www.appletriathlon.com/events.php

A big thank you to Fred Sarkari and the team at Total Office Furnishings for providing the volunteers and helping to organize this year's Aquathon.

Hope to see you there!

Volunteers Needed

2011-07-29T16:17:00.000-07:00

Our new online volunteer registration system is now ready to go! Now you can select which shift(s) you prefer and where you would like to help. First come first served so register TODAY!

Our goal is to make this year's triathlon weekend the best ever and gain national and international recognition for our community. In order to succeed we need volunteers.

As a volunteer you will receive volunteer instruction, an event volunteer manual, a complimentary volunteer t-shirt, food, refreshments, and a fun-filled post-race volunteer appreciation party and many exciting draw prizes.

Please visit www.appletriathlon.com and click on the "Volunteer Registration" button. Then click on "Register Online" and enter your name and contact information.

You can select your preferred volunteer position and we will respond with a confirmation and link to our volunteer manual.

If you have any questions, please call the Kelowna Apple Triathlon Office at 250-763-5287. Our regular office hours are from Monday to Friday from 10 am - 6 pm from August 3 until race weekend.

All positions are filled on a first come first served basis, so the sooner you register the better!

Thanks for your support and we hope see you at this years Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon!

Race for Everyone

2011-07-28T09:52:00.000-07:00

The Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon has race for everyone!

We have added a 5km Fun Run at 5:30pm on Friday afternoon for those that don't like swimming or cycling! Why not have some Fun while on the Run!

Our total range of events are:

Camps
Mon Aug 15 - Fri Aug 19: KOS Kids Camp
Sun Aug 14 - Thurs Aug 18: KOS Teen Camp

Friday, August 19
- Aquathon (FREE for all Sunday triathletes)
- Kelowna Apple Open Water 1.5km Swim
- 5 km Fun Run

Saturday, August 20
- Try-a-Tri ( for Novices and First Timers ages 19 +)
- KOS Youth (ages 8 to 19)
- Junior Elite Sprint (ages 16 to 19)
- Kelowna Apple Open Water 5km Swim (Presented by Okanagan Masters Swim Club)

Sunday, August 21
- Sprint (Adult Age Groupers & AWAD) and Olympic (Adult Age Groupers, Relay & AWAD)
- Business Challenge Sprint Relay
- Elite Race/ ITU Premium Cup.

Visit our website http://www.appletriathlon.com/events.php for details.

Make sure you get the Early Registration Price valid until August 1st!

Customized Apple Triathlon Wines!

2011-07-18T09:27:00.000-07:00

A new addition to our event this year: Our own certified organic wines! It wouldn't be Kelowna and it wouldn't be the Okanagan if we wouldn't include what this area is famous for!
So this year, our participants, their families and friends can chose from two wines specifically released for the 2010 Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon:

The 29th Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon Red Reserve Wine: $27.90
The 29th Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon White Wine: $16.90

Click here to order directly from the Dunham & Froese Estate Winery.

Dunham & Froese is a small winery currently producing 2200 cases located in Oliver BC, on a glacial terrace adjacent to the landmark McIntyre Bluff. The certified organically grown and biodynamically® managed vineyard is on Covert Farms Organics which is a 50 year old 600 acre farm. The winemaker is Kirby Froese, whose experience spans almost 20 years in the industry having made wine in Australia, California, and Chile.

We invite all participating triathletes to visit the Estate Winery, relax on the patio and enjoy Covert Farms Organics market and restaurant, fresh upick produce and the estate grown wines.

For more information or to order, contact Crystal Froese at 250 490 6586.

Western Canadian Youth Championships and Kids of Steel

2011-07-16T14:05:00.000-07:00

The Youth races start at age 8. Kids of Steel triathlons are meant to offer kids and young adults the opportunity to experience the sport of triathlon in a positive environment. The distances are much shorter than those in adult triathlons, and change as participants mature. Most kids are fit enough to finish a Kids of Steel triathlon successfully and have fun at the same time.

The 12 and 13 years as well as the 14 and 15 years kids races are hosted as the Western Canadian Youth Triathlon Championships (12-15). The Championships is open to youth from BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

The Kids of Steel Camps only take a limited number of participants and normally fill up very early. Make sure you register soon to avoid any dissapointment.

Mon Aug 15 - Fri Aug 19: KOS Kids Camp

Sun Aug 14 - Thurs Aug 18: KOS Teen Camp

Early Registration Price: There is a preferred price for registration in effect until August 1.

To Register: Click on https://www.registrationlogic.com/secure/Register.aspx?ID=22

Less then 40 days to go

2011-07-13T14:02:00.000-07:00

There are less than 40 days left before Canada's top triathletes descend on Kelowna for the 29th annual Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon (August 19-21) to participate in the Canadian National Triathlon Championships, the ITU Triathlon Pan American Cup and the Western Canadian Youth Championships (12-15).

In addition to the triathlon events, Okanagan Masters Swim Club will also be hosting the FINA approved Kelowna Apple Open Water Swim Invitational.

The Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon is also a Qualifier for the2012 ITU World Championship Series Grand Final in Auckland, New Zealand, which is set to take place 18-22 October 2012. More details are available on TriCanada's website at http://triathloncanada.com/en/page.

Canada's golden girl and Edmonton native, Paula Findlay and Olympic champion Simon Whitfield, who has also won the national title nine times, were the 2010 Canadian National Championship Elite gold winners and also winners of the ITU Pan American Cup. The Junior Elite titles were won by Matt Sharpe of Victoria and Joanna Brown of Carp.

The 2010 Apple once again drew record participation of more than 1,800 entries. We expect to reach 2,000 event entries this year. This will require the support of more than 1,200 volunteer positions. We have already had a large number of people register for this and know that our loyal volunteers from previous years will once again step up to make this event not only possible,but a great Okanagan experience for all of our participants.

Make sure you register early as Sunday entrants will be limited to the first 1,200!

Visit our website at www.appletriathlon.com for more information on this outstanding national event which has a race and place for all!

Provided by Jeanette Hoft

Last Year's TREK Bike Winner

2011-06-08T15:46:00.000-07:00

With the prize draw at the 2010 Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon, we made one girl very happy: Jen Bond has been riding her new TREK bike since she won it last year, and can't wait to get back to the 2011 edition of our race. Remember to register early as we will again sell out! Visit us online at www.appletriathlon.com

Register Early and Win Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon

2011-03-28T21:39:00.000-07:00

Looking for an incentive to enter for the 2011 Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon?

Register online for the 2011 on or before July 3rd and you could win a weekend get-away for two to a beautiful Okanagan Valley resort.

Win the Grand Prize, a weekend for two at the Lake Okanagan Resort (including golf) on the weekend of the triathlon, or one of the other fantastic prizes such as a fall, winter or spring stay at The Cove Lakeside Resort or the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort.

The contest is open to any participant registered on or before July 3rd in Sunday's Sprint or Olympic race (not including relay teams or Elites). Entry payment must be made in full and contact information must be complete on your entry so we can contact you.

Make sure to check out our Accommodation sponsors for more information. Good luck!

PS: If you have already entered the 2011 event, you are entered into the contest. Prizes provided have no cash value and are provided at the discretion of our sponsors.

Mike Hassard

Apple Triathlon On CBC Sports

2010-08-28T10:08:00.000-07:00

Over the Apple Triathlon weekend Christine Mayall and a team from CBC Sports was in town to follow the event.

Check out the information on the broadcast times and links to the CBC website below from Christine ....

The feature about The Apple Triathlon will air during our CBC Sports special on the Golden League (Track and Field) this Saturday 1-2 pm on CBC TV. It's called, "This Week in Canadian Sport" and will also be online afterwards at www.cbc.ca/sports/sportsday

There will be a feature about the history of the Kelowna Triathlon during the Budapest World Championships. (Sept 11th). I'll keep you posted on the details of that.

There is also an online show tomorrow (Friday) that will show the "This Week in Canadian Sport" story and will most likely feature additional b-roll from the event. It's at 1pm and can be found at www.cbcsports.ca.

Thank you and all the best!!

Christine

And big thank you to Christine at CBC Sports and we hope to see you next year!

Posted by Mike Hassard
Vice President
Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society

Junior Elite Winners

2010-08-24T15:54:00.000-07:00

Junior Elites winners in the 2010 Canadian National Triathlon Championships

Victoria’s Matt Sharpe won the 2010 Junior Elite Male race at the Canadian National Triathlon Championships, hosted by the Kelowna Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon. Sharpe was followed by Taylor Reid of Caledon in second position and Alexander Hinton of Kingston in third.

Sharpe, who’s been doing triathlon for 9 years, first participated in the Kelowna Apple Triathlon’s Kids of Steel when he was 11 years old. “This is just an awesome race; the weather was perfect and the volunteers amazing. This is the best put on race in Canada and I think everybody should do it”, was his comment after the race. Sharpe moves on compete at World Championships in Budapest in September.

The Junior Elite Female race saw Joanna Brown of Carp, scooping up first position ahead of Dominika Jamnicky of Port Hope. They were followed in third place by Ellen Pennock of Calgary. Last year’s winner, Hillary Wille, still in lead after the bike leg, had to be satisfied with fourth position after the others proved too strong for her on the run.

Results: Junior Elite (750-swim, 20km bike, 5km run)

Junior Elite Male

1) Matt Sharpe 56:18

2) Taylor Reid 56:38

3) Alexander Hinton 56:45

Junior Elite Female

1) Joanna Brown 1:01:48

2) Dominika Jamnicky 1:03:01

3) Ellen Pennock 1:03:16

Full detailed results please consult the website of Race Headquarters, official timekeepers for this event on http://www.raceheadquarters.com/results/multi_2010.htm

Triathlon Canada is the governing body for triathlon in the country. Recognized as an Olympic medal sport since 2000, Triathlon Canada’s mandate is to promote, foster, organize and develop the sport of triathlon, and its related disciplines, in Canada.

Jeanette Hoft

Media and Communications Director

Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon

Cell 1-250-215-3623 jeanette@hoft.ca

http://www.appletriathlon.com/

Findlay and Whitfield Take Honours

2010-08-24T15:14:00.000-07:00

Picture courtesy of Digital Wonders

Findlay and Whitfield take honours at the 2010 Canadian National Triathlon Championships and ITU Kelowna Pan American Cup

Pre-race favourites, Paula Findlay and Simon Whitfield were crowned Canada’s 2010 National triathlon and ITU Pan American Cup champions in Kelowna this weekend. The Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon hosts both the Canadian National Triathlon Championships and the ITU Kelowna Pan American Cup, so two races in one.

It was by no means an easy win for Whitfield, coming in just twenty hundredths of a second ahead of teammate Kyle Jones. Marcus Fernandus of Brazil followed Whitfield and Jones in third position in the ITU Kelowna Pan American Cup, which featured 72 athletes from eight countries. A split second seems to be the way it goes with the Elite Men’s race. In 2009 Jones finished behind Whitfield, just ten hundredths of a second ahead of Paul Tichelaar.

Since only Canadians can place in the National Championships, Andrew Russell’s sixth place overall, placed him in third place for Elite Male in the National Championships.

The young women proved their mettle this weekend. The first three places overall in the ITU Kelowna Pan American Cup were taken by U23’s. 21-year old Findlay was followed by Kirsten Sweetland of Canada and Flora Duffy of Bermuda. The race included 26 women from six countries.

Chantal Widney, fourth overall, placed as third Elite Woman in the Canadian Championships.

Within the U23 category of the Male Elite event of the Canadian National Championships, Yanik Leduc placed first, with Jean-Phillipe ThiBodeau second and Tyler Bredschneider third. The female U23 category was taken by Paula Findlay, Kirsten Sweetland in second and Sarah-Anne Brault third.

The Canadian Triathlon Championships include the Age Group Sprint and Olympic distance, with the same distances for paratriathletes. For detailed results please consult the Race Headquarters website, the official timekeepers for this event on http://www.raceheadquarters.com/results/multi_2010.htm.

With more than 1,800 event entries for the three-day event and close to 1,200 volunteers, the Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon is not only the largest Canadian triathlon, but also one of the best organized events in Canada, comparing favourably with several leading world triathlon events. It offers races for all ages and stages, from Kids of Steel to the Try-a-Tri, the business challenge relay, competitive age-groupers, and of course, peaking with the Male and Female Elites.

The Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon was the final preparation for Canada’s Elite and Age group athletes who will be participating in the ITU Triathlon World Championships in Budapest this September.

For more information on Triathlon Canada, please visit us at www.triathloncanada.com on the Internet.

Results from Sunday

Canadian National Championships: Elite Men

1) Simon Whitfield 1.55.40.40; 2) Kyle Jones 1.55.40.60; 3) Andrew Russell 1.58.19.70

Canadian National Championships: Elite Women

1) Paula Findlay 2.02.37; 2) Kirsten Sweetland 2.03.25; 3) Chantal Widney 2.07.02

Canadian National Championships: U23 Men

1) Yanik Leduc 2.01.29; 2) Jean-Philippe Thibodeau; 2.01.54 3) Tyler Bredschneider 2.02.21

Canadian National Championships: U23 Women

1) Paula Findlay 2.02.37; 2) Kirsten Sweetland 2.03.25; 3) Sarah-Anne Brault 2.09.28

ITU Kelowna Pan American Cup: Elite Men

1) Simon Findlay (CAN) 1.55.40.40; 2) Kyle Jones (CAN) 1.55.40.60; 3) Marcus Fernandus (BRA) 1.56.26.40

ITU Kelowna Pan American Cup: Elite Women

1) Paula Findlay (CAN) 2.02.37 2) Kirsten Sweetland (CAN) 2.03.25 3) Flora Duffy (BER) 2.04.47

Jeanette Hoft

Media and Communications Director

Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon

Cell 1-250-215-3623 jeanette@hoft.ca

http://www.appletriathlon.com/

2010 Triathlon on Video

2010-08-24T12:12:00.000-07:00

2010 was another record year for the Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon!

This years event was record year in all areas including the number of athletes, volunteers and the largest number of elite athletes competing in Canadian Triathlon history! It was truly an international event with athletes from across Canada, USA, Chile, Brazil, Barbados, Sweden, Argentina, Great Britain, Bermuda, Australia.

Check out some of the highlights from Humberto Morales for OKBC.TV below. Thanks Humberto!

Posted by Mike Hassard Vice President of Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society.

Road Closures Detours

2010-08-18T16:16:00.000-07:00

More than 1750 athletes and 900 volunteers will make this years Apple Triathlon the largest in it's history and possibly the largest in Canadian history. Thats the good news.

The bad news is a number of streets in Glenmore , and downtown Kelowna will experience closures, detours and delays during race day.

If you are a boat owner the downtown boat launches near the Delta Grand Hotel, and the boat launch in Sutherland Park near Knox Mountain will be closed as well.

If your area will be affected make sure to check the bottom of the Apple Triathlon website race support page for details, maps the times.

Plan your travel time now so you can make the most of the weekend!

Canada's Finest Triathlete's Coming to Kelowna for the 2010 Canadian National Triathlon Championships

2010-08-11T16:27:00.000-07:00

Some of Canada’s finest triathletes have confirmed their participation in the 28th Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon taking place on August 20 to 22 in Kelowna. Amongst them are 35-year-old Olympic silver medal winner Simon Whitfield of Victoria and 21-year-old Edmonton native Paula Findlay. Findlay finished third at the 2009 Under-23 World Championships and won the gold medal in the World Championship Triathlon Series race held in London, England in July this year.

Both Whitfield and Findlay are well acquainted with the streets of Kelowna and pristine waters of Okanagan Lake. Whitfield attended his first national championships in Kelowna in 1992 and won the 2009 Senior title, ahead of Kyle Jones and Paul Tichelaar. Findlay achieved a first ever hat-trick in 2008 winning the Junior, Under-23 and the Senior Canadian Triathlon Championships. After placing third in the Senior Elite race in 2009, she will certainly be looking at regaining the Senior title in 2010. Last year’s winner, Lauren Campbell (Groves) is unfortunately still nursing an injury and won’t be competing.

Whitfield will be chased by World Cup teammate Kyle Jones of Oakville, Ontario and Findlay can certainly expect to be challenged by another rising star in the sport of triathlon, Kirsten Sweetland of Victoria.

The Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon hosts the Canadian National Triathlon Championships for Sprint, Olympic, Paratriathlon and Elite, the ITU Pan American Cup, the Western Canadian Kids of Steel Youth Championships and the FINA Open Water Swims. It is also a qualifier for the 2011 Triathlon World Championships in Beijing.

The Apple has already attracted eight top Canadian paratriathletes. Amongst these are Meyrick Jones and Brian Cowie. This year's National Championships in Kelowna will be the fourth for Jones. He is a three-time National Champion paratriathlete and has competed at two World Championship races. As a below-knee amputee, Meyrick has trained and competed at the national and international level in Paratriathlon, Paracycling, and Paranordic Skiing. In 2010/2011 Meyrick will be acting as a guide for Brian Cowie, a visually impaired athlete, at various triathlons including the National Championships, Ironman Canada and the Ford Ironman World Championships. This weekend's race will mark the first time two paratriathletes have teamed up to compete at any level of triathlon.

Despite tougher economic times, the Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon has attracted over 1500 entries so far and entries are still being accepted. Sunday entrants are encouraged to register soon, as almost 1100 of the 1200 spots have already been taken. The number of volunteer positions has been increased to 1200, of which over 800 have already been filled. Anybody wanting to fill those last positions should contact the Volunteer Director soon at volunteer@appletriathlon.com or call the KATS office at 250-763-5287.

For more information on the weekend’s events, participating or volunteering, visit us at www.appletriathlon.com.

The event is being organized by the Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society (KATS), a non-profit society. Triathlon Canada is the governing body for triathlon in Canada. Recognized as an Olympic medal sport since 2000, Triathlon Canada’s mandate is to promote, foster, organize and develop the sport of triathlon and its related disciplines in Canada. For more information on Triathlon Canada, please visit www.triathloncanada.com

Posted by Jeanette Hoft, Media Director

Apple Triathlon Schedule Now Available

2010-08-10T12:10:00.000-07:00

The Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon is a little more that two weeks away and registration deadline is approaching.

If you have already signed up the 2010 event the schedule has been posted on our web site.

Click on the small calender on the right hand side of events the page for a downloadable PDF schedule.

Make sure to review the schedule for your event and set aside time for your pre-race meeting. Both the run and bike course have had adjustments so make sure to attend!

Looking forward to seeing you at this years event!

* NOTE that the times are subject to change! The schedule of events should be reviewed periodically. Further changes will be discussed at the Pre-Race Meeting so all racers must attend to ensure they have the latest applicable information.

Posted by Mike Hassard

Kelowna Apple Triathlon less than a Month to Go

2010-08-03T08:50:00.000-07:00

The 2010 Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon is less than a month away!

In addition to being part of the British Columbia Provincial Race Series, Kelowna hosts the Canadian National Triathlon Championships (Sprint, Olympic and Elites), the ITU Pan American Cup and the Western Canadian Kids of Steel Youth Championships as well as FINA Open Water Swims.

The Apple is also a qualifier for the 2011 World Championships in Beijing.

There is still enough time to start training for events such as the Olympic relay, Sprint triathlon or Business Challenge Sprint Relay or Try-a-Tri!

The sunny weather in the Okanagan Valley, kilometres of Kelowna's beautiful beaches, the pristine warm water in Lake Okanagan, an international airport and many golf courses, wineries and orchards - there is an abundance of reasons for you and your family or friends to join one of the largest triathlon events in Canada on August 20-22.

Race director Randy Sparrow says: " We have improved the course, featuring again the legendary and hugely popular Knox Mountain climb on the bike course as well as safe, scenic and quiet run courses. All swims take place in the safe area of Tugboat Beach in Lake Okanagan. We have also made sure that the course is friendly to Athletes with a Disability. "

The Apple Triathlon truly has a race for everyone! Besides age group races in the Sprint and Olympic distances, the Kelowna event will feature Kids of Steel races and camps, Try-a-Tri, Aquathon, FINA open water swims as well as exciting Elite and Junior Elite races.

Registration on Sunday is limited to the first 1200 registrants. Find out more here.

The Elite race is shaping up to be exciting, with Paula Findlay being unstoppable this year. Paula won the gold medal in her first-ever World Championship Triathlon Series race on the Olympic course in London, England on July 24!

Visit us at www.appletriathlon.com and let those entries role in! We are looking forward to welcoming you in our beautiful city!

Richard Montgomery
President
Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society (KATS)

Kelowna Apple Triathlon Meet, Eat and Plan!

2010-08-02T09:31:00.000-07:00

Come and meet the other members of the Kelowna Apple Triathlon Executive and help with the planning for this years event.

The 2010 Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon is shaping up to be as big as last year and is the qualifiier for the World Championships in Beijing! So we need your support in any area you can help. Time has changed!!

Meeting ~~starts at 6:00~~ has changed to 4:30 pm food to be provided by Boston Pizza. Location is at Richard's place (please call number below for address)

If you are not currently involved and open to joining our team please feel free to join as by calling Mike Hassard at 250-861-1465. For more information on volunteer opportunities check our website at http://www.appletriathlon.com/participate-volunteers.php.

Make sure to bring your own lawn chair. Meet, eat and plan! We look forward to seeing you there.

Posted by Mike Hassard Kelowna

Overcoming Challenges One Two Three

2010-07-29T08:15:00.000-07:00

Kimberly Fawcett-Smith will be participating at the 2010 World Triathlon Championships being held in Budapest this September as a member of the Canadian National Paratriathlon Team. Kim has also chosen the Sprint Triathlon (Athletes with a Disability TRI2) during the Kelowna Apple Triathlon as her last race before Budapest.
We tracked down Kim and her husband Curtis just before Ironman Lake Placid. And then I found them on the internet http://kimandcurtis.blogspot.com/

The couple obviously has a good sense of humour! Kim and Curtis are both Canadian military officers. Kim bikes and runs with a prosthetic leg. Curtis, an endurance athlete in his own right, is also Kim's handler.

It's been four years since they tragically lost their young son Keiran and Kim lost her leg. Curtis was called up 12 hours before the accident and heading off to the Congo. Kim was on standby to deploy and taking Keiran to his grandmother Jean who took care of him when they were both serving. In uniform, holding Keiran in her arms, an out of control vehicle crashed into them as they were waiting for roadside assistance after her car spun off the road in bad weather. Their lives changed irrevocably.

Kim started triathlons after her rehabilitation to help her maintain and increase her physical fitness. She took a very conscious decision "Life is an experience to be lived up too; not survived through." And she has lived it up!

Kim was the first Canadian soldier amputee to return to Afghanistan and serve in an operation in 2008. She placed third in the 2008 World Triathlon Championship in Vancouver, she climbed Kilimanjaro in March 2009 and the next adventure is to climb to Base Camp Everest and to do an Ironman Triathlon.

Kim says 'I am trail blazing. It's a tough road though and I'm often alone. I am hoping I can inspire child amputees to come out and give triathlon a try. My tag line "Tri it On!"

There is certainly no stop to Kim and Curtis. We are looking forward to seeing them in Kelowna for the Apple and we will certainly be cheering her on in Budapest! One leg, two legs, three legs...GO!!!

To read more about Kim's adventures, visit her personal blog at Still Fit To Fight. To read more about Curtis' adventures, go to Ironguy.

Note: TriCanada has also set the following goal for the participation of Athletes with a Disability (AWAD): "With the view of gaining admittance into the Paralympic Games, to advocate on behalf of and increase the number of participants and opportunities for AWAD athletes."

Article provided by Jeanette Hoft

Blenz Sponsors the Business Sprint Relay

2010-07-28T08:37:00.000-07:00

Are you and your colleagues in need of a team building opportunity and physical challenge this summer?

The Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon provides the perfect opportunity with this years Business Challenge Sprint Relay, sponsored by The Blenz Coffee Company , on Sunday, August 22, 2010.

Enjoy the warm waters of Lake Okanagan and race through the streets of Kelowna on a morning of fun, fitness, and friendly competition. Also watch Canada’s top triathletes compete after this race in the Canadian National Triathlon Championships.

All you have to do is get together a three-person team: one swimmer, one cyclist and a runner, and challenge other organizations or your colleagues! Co-workers, friends, family or associates can participate under a business name. Teams are not limited to corporations, and can include associations, organisations, clubs and societies.

Ideally, the 3-person teams will have both male and female members. The Business Challenge Sprint Relay will start with a 750m swim at Tugboat beach, followed by a 20km bike ride through downtown Kelowna and completes with a 5km run through the downtown area and along the lake. Use this opportunity to build team spirit or to show your competitors what you’re made of! Show your team spirit in what you wear!

Steve Coulthard, owner of the downtown Blenz, and a previous participant, says there is no need for any extra training to complete the course. Steve says they have plans to enter two teams this year, aiming to win the much coveted Corporate Cup. In addition to the Cup each participant in the Business Challenge Sprint Relay will receive a limited edition coffee mug to keep for their desk.

Steve also extended a challenge to other businesses “My Highly caffinated team challenging the rest of the downtown businesses to try and beat us if they dare. “

Penticton , Vernon , West Kelowna , and Kelowna

Blenz, The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd. is a premium retailer of handmade specialty coffees, organic teas and other innovative beverages.

Visit any of the 7 locations in the Okanagan Valley including Penticton, Kelowna, West Kelowna and Vernon to try their delicious coffees or teas.

To find a store nearest you check the Blenz store locator here.

This year, get your teams ready and join the Business Challenge Sprint Relay at the Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon for this fun-filled weekend of events.

For more information on the Business Challenge Sprint Relay Sponsored by Blenz go to appletriathlon.com.

Another opportunity to get involved is to join us as a volunteer. Please contact the Volunteer Director at volunteer@appletriathlon.com or contact the KATS office at 250-763-5287.

By Morgan Lee Cleveland, Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon Volunteer

Canada’s hottest triathlon bodies in action!

2010-07-25T14:36:00.000-07:00

In less than a month from now Kelowna will be hosting the Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon from August 20-22. This event also hosts the Canadian National Championships and the ITU Pan American Cup as well as a FINA Open Water Swim event.

Being one of the largest community events in Kelowna, more than 1500 national and international entries are expected. ‘We have increased the number of volunteers required from around 900 to 1200 to ensure that we continue to run an event with the highest level of safety and professionalism, says Randy Sparrow, Race Director.

The Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society (KATS) Office specifically needs volunteers to put in one or more shifts per week in the office in Bernard Avenue from August 3 until race weekend and drivers for the ‘cube’ vans.

Please contact the KATS office at 250-763-5287 or email us at volunteer@appletriathlon.com .

Your support is much needed and appreciated.

(And if the temperature is what it was last year, the bodies will be hot!)

Submited by Jeanette Hoft

Peachland Triathlon Cancelled

2010-07-13T15:45:00.000-07:00

Due to an extended road construction schedule affecting the 20 km bike course, The District of Peachland Recreation Department announced on Tuesday, July 13^th, 2010 that the 16^th annual Peachland Triathlon scheduled for Sunday, July 25^th will be cancelled.

“We apologize for the inconvenience, and appreciate the disappointment for the athletes, but a safe alternative could not be found for race day,” says Race Director Pelma Haffenden. Staff along with the construction crew assessed the route trying to find alternatives. Unfortunately, because the location of the construction is at the mid-point of the cycle, it was challenging for to find a 20 km route that staff felt was both safe and appropriate for the athletes.

“Rather than compromise athlete safety and the integrity of the race, we feel that it is in the best interest of both the athletes and the District to cancel the triathlon for this year,” says Haffenden. Full refunds will be issued to the already registered triathletes.

The 2011 Peachland Triathlon is scheduled for Sunday, July 24^th,2011 featuring an improved route and amenities from the Beach Avenue/Centennial Way construction project.

Apple Triathlon only 50 days to go!

2010-06-28T19:03:00.000-07:00

There are just over 50 days left before Canada’s top triathletes descend on Kelowna for the 28th annual Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon (August 20-22) to participate in the Canadian National Triathlon Championships, the ITU Pan American Cup and the Western Canadian Kids of Steel Youth Championships. Last year’s event saw record participation of more than 1,600 entries.

Lauren Groves and Simon Whitfield were the 2009 Canadian National Championship Elite gold winners and also winners of the ITU Pan American Cup. Whitfield came in ahead of Kyle Jones and Paul Tichelaar, with Brent McMahon in fourth position.

In the Female Elite event, Groves was followed by Kathy Tremblay with 21 year-old Paula Findlay, double winner in 2008 in the Junior Elite and Elite competitions, in third position.

Findlay is excelling in international triathlon circles, winning her first World Cup race in Mexico last month, and finishing fourth in the prestigious Hy-Vee World Cup race in Des Moines, Iowa two weeks ago. Findlay continued her excellent performance clocking a winning time of 2:03:37 on June 26, winning the ITU Pan American Cup Triathlon Race in Quebec.

21 year old Paula Findlay celebrating at the 2009 Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon (Photo:Digital Wonders)

Canada’s elite triathletes will be back in action on July 18 when the ITU World Championship Series resumes in Hamburg, Germany.

The Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon however caters for all ages and stages. Organizations can challenge each other in the Business Challenge Sprint Relay and swimmers have the opportunity to participate in the FINA 1.5km and 5km Open Water Swims. The following events are taking place:

Sunday, August 15 to Friday, August 20

Kids of Steel Kids Camp Mon. Aug. 16 - Fri. Aug. 20
Kids of Steel Teen Camp Sun. Aug. 15 - Thurs. Aug. 19

Friday, August 20

Aquathon (FREE for all Sunday triathletes)
FINA 1.5 km Open Water Swim

Saturday, August 21

Try-a-Tri ( for Novices and First Timers ages 19 +)
Kids of Steel Youth (ages 8 to 19)
Junior Elite Sprint (ages 16 to 19)
FINA Open Water Swim 5km

Sunday, August 22

Sprint (Adult Age Groupers only)
Olympic (Adult Age Groupers, Relay & AWAD)
Business Challenge Sprint Relay
Elite Race

For more information on participating or volunteering visit us at www.appletriathlon.com.

Make sure you register early as Sunday entrants will be limited to the first 1,200!

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Written by Jeanette Hoft

Triathlon Open House in Glenmore

2010-06-22T08:26:00.000-07:00

The Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society (KATS) is hosting the 28th annual Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon and Canadian National Championships once again this year from August 20-22

Unfortunately traffic delays and road detours on are to be expected on the Triathlon weekend, especially for residents in the old Glenmore and Clifton areas on Sunday, August 22.

To help better address the needs of local residences the KATS organizing committee will be holding an open house this week.

Give your input, and help us identify ways of minimizing the inconvenience to residents, while promoting the safety of all road users including competitors, marshals,supporters and onlookers, throughout the event.

Come join us at the Glenmore Elementary School, to consult with residents, and to respond to questions, on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 from 6:30-8:00 pm.

Your input and support is greatly appreciated!

Article by Mike Hassard

Quality Greens Gets Behind Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon

2010-06-09T08:20:00.000-07:00

After two or more hours of grueling competition, nothing is quite as satisfying as juicy pieces of watermelon. What about an ice cold Gatorade or a refreshing Coke? Other than the Okanagan’s winning scenery and safe race courses, good food is one of the most important parts to a successful race.

This is why the Apple Triathlon Society is excited to announce that Quality Greens is again our official food sponsor for 2010. Chris and Lisa Holmes and the staff at Quality Greens will be providing all athletes in the competition with healthy, nutritious snacks, and it is due to sponsors like Quality Greens that the Apple Triathlon tradition has been going strong for 28 years.

"What a great opportunity to support the local community," says Chris Holmes, owner of Quality Greens, "I want to thank Richard Montgomery, president of the Apple Triathlon Society, for approaching Quality Greens for the support."

Quality Greens Contribution to the 2009 Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon:

· Served approximately 400 pounds of bananas, 700 pounds of watermelon, around 1500 cookies and around 600 muffins.

· Coordinated and provided pretzels, coke, cookies and muffins at the aid stations.

· Fifteen staff volunteered their time over the weekend.

So what can you expect for 2010? Chris and Lisa and the team at Quality Greens are planning to have a food display even larger than last year. In addition, four members of their staff have decided to participate in the 2010 Kelowna Apple Triathlon. Now that is dedication!

Please be reminded that the 2010 Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon is coming up very soon. Come out and join the excitement, become a volunteer or participate in one of the races. Volunteers get the chance to enter in a draw for the grand prize of two tickets anywhere Air

Canada

flies in Continental North America.

Check out www.appletriathlon.com for all the details.

Morgan Lee Cleveland

Volunteer and Win at Kelowna Apple Triathlon

2010-04-02T10:34:00.000-07:00

Richard Montgomery President of Kelowna Apple Triathlon announced volunteer incentives for the 2010 triathlon.

" We are very excited that Air Canada is on board with us offering our Volunteers 2 tickets for anywhere in Continental North America where Air Canada flies!!! This will be available to all our 2010 volunteers.

The draw for these tickets as well as many other prizes, will be at our Volunteer Reception to be held on Wednesday August 25^th and Boston Pizza will be serving pizza. "

The Apple Triathlon office at 287 Bernard Ave Kelowna will be opening late June to take volunteer applications but if you want to register with us earlier, just email us at volunteer@appletriathlon.com and check our website at www.appletriathlon.com. If you would like a greater involvement, we also have several openings on our Committee.

Thank-you for your past support and we hope to see you again this year.

Post by Mike Hassard Vice President of Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society

Apple Triathlon Spring Time Venue Planning

2010-03-28T20:45:00.000-07:00

Summer is coming and plans are coming together for this years Kelowna Apple Triathlon. Over 1600 athletes, 800 volunteers, and 75 sponsors all working together to host one of Canada's most successful Triathlons this August 20-21 2010.

The main venue is situated on Water Street in downtown Kelowna right next to one of Kelowna's most recognized landmarks the Dolphin waterfall.

With the beautiful weather my daughter and I spent the morning reviewing the main venue site taking pictures and imaging how the event will look this year. Helps to remind me how fortunate we are to like in a community where some are skiing at Big White, while others are golfing all in the same day. Feel free to enjoy the slide show below.

If you are planning on joining this year as an athlete, volunteer, sponsor or spectator make sure to check out our website at www.appletriathlon.com.

See you in Aug 2010.

Post by Mike Hassard Vice President of Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society

Winter is upon us ...

2009-11-15T16:35:00.001-08:00

As it is getting colder in the Okanagan (and yes, we already had some snow!) the Kelowna Apple Triathlon team is already working hard on the 2010 edition of the race. Once again we will be hosting the National Championships and promise another exciting event. Enjoy the off season, maybe a few weeks of easy or cross training (skate skiing works wonderfully!) and then get excited for the 2010 triathlon season!
Our website www.appletriathlon.com is open for registrations!
See you in Kelowna in August 2010.

Jeanne beats the boys over 5km

2009-08-26T21:44:00.000-07:00

Kelowna,BC - Jeanne Carlsen of Calgary won the 5 kilometre Open Water Swim held as part of the Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon during the weekend. Carlsen finished the swim in one hour and six minutes, nearly a minute ahead of Brent Hobbs (1:07:12) of Kelowna. Third place went to Rod Craig of North Vancouver in 1:08:51. Carlsen’s husband Glenn took 4th position and Mike Stamhuis of Vernon came in 5th. The youngest competitor Nicholas Lupul (14-15) of Ottawa finished in a time of 1:18:38. The swim was sanctioned by FINA (the sport's governing body). In FINA Open Water events, swimmers are not permitted to wear wetsuits. The swim was completed by 25 swimmers.

Carlsen’s mom, Kaye McNamee (now Neale) was an Olympic swimmer from 1948 to 1952 in the 100 and 400 metres freestyle. ‘Butterfly wasn’t even invented then’, said Neale.

Following very choppy and windy conditions during the previous evening for the 1.5km event, Okanagan Lake was beautiful during the 5 kilometres. Said Hobbs “The swim was just beautiful. The temperature was refreshing and the water clean and clear. I cannot think of a more lovely spot for a swim race. This swimming venue is simply world class.”

According to FINA’s website there is a rapid expansion of open water swimming in recent years. It is now an official Olympic sport. ‘The sport has spread around the world and become associated with racing the waterways of many beautiful and exotic destinations. ‘ Kelowna definitely offers one of the most beautiful destinations for open water swimming.

The Open Water swims were arranged by Okanagan Masters Swim Club, one of the largest masters swim clubs in BC. The Club was also responsible for all arrangements around the swim legs of the triathlon events over the weekend. As safety is always the number one priority, lifeguards from the Kelowna Family Y and divers were close at hand to assist any swimmers experiencing problems. Eight swimmers had to be assisted during the weekend’s triathlon and open water swim events.

Whitfield and Groves win 2009 National Championships and ITU Cup

2009-08-26T21:25:00.000-07:00

Kelowna, BC – Lauren Groves and Simon Whitfield are the 2009 Canadian National Championship Elite gold winners and also winners of the ITU Pan American Premium Cup held in Kelowna this weekend. Whitfield was followed by Kyle Jones and Paul Tichelaar with 2008 winner Brent McMahon in fourth position.

In the Female Elite, Kathy Tremblay came in second after Groves with young Paula Findlay, winner of the 2008 double medal winner in the Junior Elite and Elite, in third position. Groves was first out of the water in a non-wetsuit swim. Groves and Tremblay stuck close together for most of the race with Groves pulling away from Tremblay with approximately 400 meters to go to the finish line. They proved stronger than Findlay in the run.

While Andrew McCartney had a very strong swim being out of the water nearly 40 seconds before Whitfield, he was caught in the cycle where there was strong teamwork between six of the lead pack. The break only came in the run with Whitfield showing his strength and pulling into a comfortable lead.

The rest of the race was really between Tichelaar, Jones and McMahon with a sprint finish between Tichelaar and Jones resulting in Jones finishing in point one of a second before Tichelaar. 25 Male Elites completed the race with 25 Canadians. The Female Elite saw 19 finishers with 17 Canadians.

The 2009 National Canadian Triathlon championships and ITU Pan American Premium Cup was hosted as part of the Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon this weekend, with athletes complimenting the challenging and well organized course and great support by volunteers and spectators from Kelowna.

In the U23 event Andrew McCartney placed first with, Jordan Bryden second and Andrew Yorke third. The female U23 was won by Paula Findlay, followed by Mirrielle Rodrique and Alexandra Coats.

Males
Simon Whitfield 1:53:31
Kyle Jones 1:53:49
Paul Tichelaar 1:53:49

Females
Lauren Groves 2:04:59
Kathy Tremblay 2:05:07
Paula Findlay (U23) 2:06:25

U23 Elite Males
Andrew McCartney 1:54:32
Jordan Bryden 1:58:43
Andrew Yorke 1:59:12

U 23 Elite Females
Paula Findlay 2:06:25
Mirrielle Rodrique 2:13:25
Alexandra Coates 2:15:17

For detailed results please visit the Apple Triathlon website on : http://www.appletriathlon.com/results-2009.php

Junior Elite Winners in the 2009 Canadian National Triathlon Championships

2009-08-26T21:24:00.000-07:00

The Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon hosting the 2009 Canadian National Triathlon Championships continued in full force under ideal weather conditions in Kelowna today.

Eric Danielson of Lethbridge was the Junior Elite male winner and finished the 750m swim, 20km cycle and 5km run in 58.02. Competition was very strong with Lesser Carlos of Cancun in second place in 58.08. Third place went Pascal Begin-Nose of Vancouver in 1:00:28.

The female Junior Elite was won by Hilary Wille of Victoria in 51:44. Gabriela Bolanos was 2nd in 52.30 with Elsabet Lapointe 3rd in 54:55. Paula Findlay 2007 and 2008 winner in the female Junior Elite did not compete in the event this year. Wille had a great swim in 9:28 and was also fastest on the bike leg. Lapointe had the fastest run leg.

Hilary currently lives and trains in Victoria at the National Training Center. Prior to competing in the sport of triathlon, Hilary was one of the best junior national swimmers in Canada.

A great performance by all athletes.

Apple inspiration with the Kids of Steel and Try-a-Tri

2009-08-26T21:19:00.000-07:00

‘Kelownians’ came out tops in the men’s Try-a-Tri event at the Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon. Nearly 140 competitors completed the 300 m swim, 15 km bike, 3 km run in good spirit and sunny weather on Saturday morning.
Results were:
Males
1st: 45:40 Chris Beausoleil, Kelowna
2nd: 45:57 Jasper MacKenzie, Kelowna
3rd: 49:23 Steve Hilscher, Kelowna

Females
1st: 50:41 Katherine Holland, Langley
2nd: 51:14 Janet Slaney, Kelowna
3rd: 52:09 Terra Cochrane, Vancouver

The Kids of Steel showed their determination and endurance in the swim, bike and run event. Distances vary according to age groups.

In the girl’s age group 8-9 years Avery Movold of Prince Rupert finished first in 22:02 with Joshua Humphries of Winnipeg winning the boys 8-9 in 19:45. Boys Age group 10-11 was won by Sam Ogden of Victoria in 25:46 and Kelowna’s Kyra McNulty winning the girls in 26:11. Eric Evans of Victoria was the winner in the boys 12-13 section in 36:42 and Megan Kinghorn of Victoria in the girls in 37:03 . Winner for boys 14-15 was Connor Foreman of Victoria in 39:46 and Maya Munzar of Cobble Hill won the girl’s race n 43:14.

The 16-19 age group race of 750 m swim, 20 km bike and a 5 km run was won for the 2nd year in a row by Fraser Cashion of Port Coquitlam in 1:01:02 and Alexandra Stasiuk was first female in with 1:09:48.

The sunny and low to mid 20 Celsius temperature expected tomorrow (Sunday) offers ideal weather for the Age group Sprint and Olympic distances as well as the Elite races. The Age Group Sprints and Olympic distances start around 07:15am and the Female Elite race around 11:30 am. The Men’s Elite race starts at around 1:45pm from Tugboat beach. Final times are to be confirmed at Pre-Race meetings.

Friday Results of the Aquathon and 1.5 Open Water Swim

2009-08-26T21:17:00.000-07:00

Kelowna - The Pushor Mitchell Kelowna Apple Triathlon got off to an unexpected windy start on Friday late afternoon with the Aquathon and 1.5km Open Water Swim. The very choppy and wavy conditions at Tugboat Beach on Okanagan Lake led race organizers, Okanagan Masters Swim Club, to change the swim course. Instead of doing larger loops, competitors completed circuits of 200 metres along the beach front. The conditions resulted in overall slower times for both the Aquathon and 1.5km Open Water Swim this year.

The Aquathon consisted of a 2.5km run, 1km swim and another 2.5km run. Running only for the second time as part of the Apple Triathlon, there was a good increase in competitor numbers with 23 men participating and 20 women.

The top three men were all in the age group 30-39 with Ynuk Bosse of Vancouver first in 33:21, Mike Coughlin of Sudbury in 35:12 and Joe Wessel of Kelowna in 35:28. In the women’s event, top triathlete and swimmer, Kari Bailey of Kelowna won in 38:02 (age group 40-49) with Karen Forsman (age group 20-29) 2nd in 39.35 and Jeanette Hoft (age group 40-49) of Kelowna 3rd in 40.10.

In the 1.5 Open Water swim, Kelowna sisters Kristina and Monique Kennedy had a tough battle not only against the waves but also amongst themselves. Kristina (age group 14-15) beat her younger sister Monique (age group -13) in a time of 23.16 with Monique coming 2nd with 23.43. Julie Veidt (age group 14-15) of Penticton was 3rd in 25.38.

In the last race of the day with the sun having gone down, the men faced even choppier conditions. Bryce Kananowicz (age group -13) of Liberty Lake conquered the men’s 1.5km Open Water Swim in a time of 21:14 with Mike McIntyre (age group 55-59) of Vernon 2nd in 25.56. Brendan Brooks (age group 18-19) came 3rd in 28.20. Mike is the father of Anders McIntyre, one of Canada's youngest swimming stars. At the age of 16, the Vernon native was the youngest qualifier for Canada’s 2009 World Championship Team that competed in Rome earlier this month.

Saturday will see the Kids of Steel races for age groups 8 - 19 and Try-a-Tri, for those taking up the swim-bike-run challenge for the first time. This year introduces the Apple Corporate Cup Triathlon. Saturday’s events also include the 5km FINA Open Water Swim and the Junior Elite Sprint for ages 16 - 19. The opening ceremony takes place at 7:00am with races starting at 7:15am at Tugboat Beach.

Thanks also to all who volunteered, especially after our call during the last couple of days. Without them this event would not be possible.

Wetsuit and Second Suit Rules

2009-08-14T21:25:00.000-07:00

Please review the official Tri Canada and ITU rules regarding non-wetsuit swims and wearing a second suit in Age Group and Elite triathlons: Click here.

Top males contenders for the 2009 Canadian National Triathlon Championships

2009-08-14T11:57:00.000-07:00

Kelowna – Never before has Kelowna seen such a star-packed start for the Canadian National Triathlon Championships: Beijing Olympic silver medal winner Simon Whitfield, 2004 Olympian Brent McMahon as well as Paul Tichelaar, who had four top 10 World Cup finishes in 2008, are all on the men’s starting list competing for the 2009 National Elite title at the Kelowna Apple Triathlon.

The men will be joined by Paula Findlay, winner of the 2009 National Junior and Elite titles, and Canadian National team members Lauren Groves and Kathy Tremblay. Whitfield, McMahon, Tichelaar, Groves and Tremblay are all part of a seven-member Triathlon Canada national team for the 2009 season. 20-year old Findlay is part of a five-member development squad. Team Tech, as the athletes are known, are sponsored by Canadian mining company Tech Cominco.

The Kelowna Apple Triathlon hosted the Canadian National Triathlon Championship for the first time in 1992. It was Simon Whitfield’s first national event.

The 2009 Canadian National Championships take place during the weekend of August 21-23 as part of the 27th Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon in the magnificent surroundings of Kelowna. The Apple Triathlon was awarded National Championships for Elite and Age Group participants for 2004/2005 and again for 2008-2010. It has been recognized as an International Triathlon Union (ITU) event since 2005.

Strongly supported by Triathlon Canada and Tri B.C., the entrants’ list will show up to 1500 participants, and the event will be driven by the help of up to 700 community volunteers. For more details on the weekend of events please visit our website at http://www.appletriathlon.com

Volunteer and Win at the 2009 Kelowna Apple Triathlon!

2009-08-13T16:48:00.000-07:00

In support of our largest field of athletes in our history the Kelowna Apple Triathlon is looking to fill more than 1,000 volunteer positions.

When you volunteer you will receive the Kelowna Apple Triathlon 2009 Volunteer T-Shirt, and a breakfast or lunch snack will be provided by Sun Rype, Quality Greens and Deli-City/Bunches Bistro.

Once the event is over join your fellow volunteers on Wednesday August 26th at the Offices of Pushor Mitchell for food provided by Boston Pizza and refreshments by Tree Brewing. As an attending volunteer enter for your change to win a weekend at one Okanagan’s Premier destination resorts The Cove Lake Side Resort for two!

Remember you must attend the party for your chance to win!

Volunteer today by contacting the Volunteer Director via e-mail at volunteer@appletriathlon.com or contact the KATS office directly at 250-763-5287.

Again a big thank you to all our sponsors for there support of our volunteers.

Thanks again for all your help this year!

Apple Triathlon attracts top Canadian female athletes

2009-08-13T09:59:00.000-07:00

Kelowna – Edmonton’s Paula Findlay, winner of the Junior, Under-23 and Elite Canadian National Triathlon championship in 2008, will be defending her titles this year. The 2009 Canadian National Championships take place during the weekend of August 21-23 as part of the 27th Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon in the magnificent surroundings of Kelowna.

Never before in the history of the Championships has one athlete won all three of these titles. 20-year-old Paula will compete against 27-year-old Olympians Lauren Groves and Kathy Tremblay for the National Elite title.

Groves joined the Canadian Olympic Team in 2008, won her first National Championship in 2006 and took 5th place in the 2009 World Cup in Ishigaki, Japan. In July she took fourth spot during the fifth leg of the World Championship Triathlon series in Hamburg, Germany. Findlay crossed the finish line in 15th place. Grove’s current world ranking is 7th in the World Championship series, and 5th overall in the world.

Tremblay’s career highlights include the Beijing Olympic Games 2008, a second place at the 2009 World Cup race in Ishigaki, Japan, a fourth place at the 2008 World Cup race in Richards Bay, South Africa and a fifth position at the 2008 World Cup in Ishigaki, Japan.

The Kelowna Apple Triathlon hosted the Canadian National Triathlon Championship for the first time in 1992. It was Simon Whitfield’s first national event. The Apple was awarded National Championships for Elite and Age Group participants for 2004/2005 and again for 2008-2010. It has been recognized as an International Triathlon Union (ITU) event since 2005.

Strongly supported by Triathlon Canada and Tri B.C., the entrants’ list will show up to 1200 participants, and the event will be driven by the help of up to 700 community volunteers.

For more details on the weekend of events please visit our website at http://www.appletriathlon.com

Volunteers Needed Urgently!

2009-08-10T12:00:00.001-07:00

Urgent appeal for volunteers for the Kelowna Apple Triathlon
With expected record entries of more than 1 000 participants in the 27th Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon and very high-profile participation in the 2009 Canadian National Triathlon Championships hosted by the Apple Triathlon, the help of many more volunteers is urgently required. The events take place from Friday August 21 ending on Sunday, August 23.
A variety of volunteer positions are available including bike and run course marshals, set-up and take-down, transition, security, body-marking, finish line duties and assistance to disabled athletes. Volunteers will receive volunteer certification training, a complimentary volunteer t-shirt, food, refreshments, and a fun-filled post-race volunteer appreciation party with many exciting draw prizes.
Please download and complete the volunteer registration form from http://www.appletriathlon.com/participate-volunteers.php and mail to the KAT office, or email the Volunteer Director at volunteer@appletriathlon.com. You can also contact the KATS office at 250-763-5287.
Please get your family, neighbours, club, sports team or friends involved and help us make this a national success!
Visit www.appletriathlon.com for more information on this unique event in Kelowna!

Volunteer Opportunities

2009-07-30T14:19:00.000-07:00

The Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society will be hosting the Canadian National Championships on August 21, 22 and 23 this year. Volunteers are required to fill more than 1 000 positions. The Kelowna Apple Triathlon was Simon Whitfield’s first national event. Simon has since gone on to win Olympic Gold and Silver medals for Canada at the Olympics.
Richard Montgomery, President of the Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society (KATS) says: “It is important to show the rest of Canada and the world that the Okanagan Valley is one of the most scenic venues for a triathlon event in the world.” A variety of volunteer positions are available, including bike and run course marshals, set-up and take-down, security, body-marking, finish line duties and assistance to disabled athletes”.
Volunteers will receive an event volunteer manual, a complimentary volunteer t-shirt, food, and a fun-filled post-race volunteer appreciation party and many exciting draw prizes.
For more details on participating, volunteering or being a sponsor please visit our website at http://www.appletriathlon.com

Canadian National Championships!

2009-07-15T10:55:00.001-07:00

Just a reminder that the Kelowna Apple Triathlon was once again chosen in 2009 to host the Canadian National Championships in the Olympic distance! This means that all age groupers racing in the Olympic distance race this year (Sunday, August 23) have a chance to qualify for Team Canada for the Triathlon World Championships in 2010 in Budapest, Hungary. Now there's a reason to race fast :) Click here to read the details about qualifying and becoming a member of Team Canada.

2009-07-10T20:50:00.000-07:00

1. Our 2009 race offers some new and very exciting prizes from:

Air Canada – 2 tickets to anywhere in Continental North America
Big White – ski passes and accommodations to help us enjoy the time between triathlon seasons

2. There is also a special offer from Power Bar - "GRAB YOUR FREE POWERBAR SAMPLE"

Click here to get your Power to Push!

3. National Team spots are available 10 for each gender in each age group. Qualify to go to Budapest, Hungary!!!

4. Our new website is up and running! We are excited about the new design, and hope you enjoy it too! Let us know what you think ....

Kelowna Apple Triathlon Announces New Corporate Cup Team Relay Event for 2009

2009-06-18T15:42:00.001-07:00

Kelowna, BC, June 15, 2009 - The Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon is adding a new event to this year’s race weekend to encourage more people to experience the fun of participating in triathlons . Called the Corporate Cup, the new short distance triathlon relay is aimed at companies or families who would like to challenge coworkers, other companies or family members to a fun race.

Each member of the mixed team will complete a portion of the relay. The event consists of a 500 meter swim followed by a 10km bike ride and finished with a 4km run.

The event takes place on Saturday August 22 at 7:40 am, followed by the awards ceremony. Awards are being given for the best teams in specific business sectors including: financial, retail, media, government and more.

The awards wrap up around 10 am and people can stay to catch the excitement of the other race events going on throughout the day. Companies can enter as many teams as they like. A reduced price applies for entries before Aug 10th.

For more information on the Corporate Challenge contact Cal Warren on Tel 765-7110 or cal.warren@shaw.ca . Visit our website: www.appletriathlon.com for detailed information on the Corporate Challenge and other Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon events.

2009-06-12T21:59:00.000-07:00

Get ready for Kelowna’s Apple Triathlon in August
[Official Media Release]

Kelowna – Participate in, volunteer at or sponsor the 27th Annual Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon on August 22 and 23 in the magnificent surroundings of Kelowna.

The Kelowna Apple Triathlon hosted the Canadian National Triathlon Championship for the first time in 1992. It was Simon Whitfield’s first national event. The Apple was awarded National Championships for Elite and Age Group participants for 2004/2005 and again for 2008-2010. It has been recognized as an International Triathlon Union (ITU) event since 2005.

Strongly supported by Triathlon Canada and Tri B.C., the entrants’ list will show up to 1200 participants, and the event will be driven by the help of up to 700 community volunteers.
Our goal is to make this triathlon weekend the best ever as well as gain national and international recognition for our community. This cannot be done without the core of this event – our volunteers. A variety of volunteer positions are available, and details are available from the Apple Triathlon office (see website for contact information).
For this year, we have also introduced the Apple Corporate Cup Triathlon in which corporate teams swim 500m, bike 10km and run 4km. Challenge your co-workers or other businesses in the community to this race!
For more details on participating, volunteering or being a sponsor please visit our website at www.appletriathlon.com

Event details are as follows:

Friday, August 21:
Aquathon (FREE for all Sunday triathletes)
FINA Open Water Swim 1.5 km

Saturday, August 22:
Try-a-Tri ( for Novices and First Timers ages 19 +)
KOS Youth (ages 8 to 19)
The Apple Corporate Cup Triathlon
FINA Open Water Swim 5km
Junior Elite Sprint (ages 16 to 19)

Sunday, August 23
Age Group Sprint Triathlon
Age Group Olympic Triathlon
Elite Race

Car Wash - Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society Fund Raiser

2009-06-08T12:34:00.000-07:00

Saturday June 27, 2009
10am-3pm:
Get your windshield cleaned, rims polished and mud washed from your car or SUV on Saturday June 27, at the Annual Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society (KATS) Carwash Fundraiser!
The Mowhawk in West Kelowna, Petro Canada Certigard Rutland East, and the Petro Canada at highway 97/ Leathead have generously allowed the KATS team to spend the day at their locations in support of triathlon. Car washes will be by donation and all monies raised will go toward the purchase of new safety equipment for the triathlon weekend. Things start at 10a.m. and finish at 3p.m. Choose from three locations: Kelowna Mohawk on Highway 97 in West Kelowna, Petro Canada Certigard Rutland East at 160 Highway 33 East and Petro Canada 293 Highway 97 at Leathead Rutland. Come out and show your support for Canada’s largest Triathlon, The Kelowna Apple Triathlon and get a nice clean car or truck! For more information contact the Kelowna Apple Triathlon office at 250-763-5287.

Corporate Cup

2009-06-04T21:25:00.000-07:00

The organizing team for the Apple Triathlon would like to invite you to find a couple of coworkers and challenge other teams from your company or from the business community to the Apple Corporate Cup Triathlon!
Your team can look forward to 500m of swimming, 10km on the bike and a 4km run. Details at http://www.appletriathlon.com/events.php
Split the distances and the triathlon disciplines, and have some fun with your work buddies!

Aquathon - Free for Sunday athletes!

2009-06-04T21:19:00.001-07:00

As the triathlon season progresses and we are getting closer to the Apple Triathlon race date in August, we would like to remind you that all athletes racing on Sunday (Sprint & Olympic distances) can register for the Aquathon on Friday for FREE!
It's a great training swim to prepare for race day, and gives you another opportunity to slice through the clear and warm water of Lake Okanagan!

The first step to racing your bike: Commuting on your bike!

2009-04-06T22:22:00.000-07:00

5 Reasons to ride instead of driving:

1. The average person loses 13 pounds their first year of commuting by bike.
2. 40% of all car trips in the U.S. are made within 2 miles of home.
3. 60% of the pollution created by autos happens in the first few minutes of operation, before pollution control devices can work effectively.
4. Just 3 hours of biking per week can reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke by 50%.
5. The U.S. could save 462 million gallons of gas a year by boosting bicycle trips just half a percentage point: from 1% to 1.5% of all trips.

Source: www.trifuel.com

We are live!

2009-03-27T19:10:00.001-07:00

Believe it or not, after working on the content and design for our new website for months, this project is now completed: Our new, cool, pretty and functional website is now live! Make sure you go to www.appletriathlon.com and check it out. Many thanks to Atomic 55 for their help with this project ...

Getting closer to triathlon season ...

2009-03-24T20:37:00.000-07:00

We're just waiting for the street sweepers to start cleaning the bike lanes ... then we will officially say good-bye to the skiing and get on our bikes to start the training season outdoors! If you live in other parts of the country, you might already be outside on the bikes, training for your 2009 triathlons. Or you still have a few more weeks of snow to go.
Either way, we're hoping you're getting excited about triathlon training this season, and about participating in the Apple Triathlon in August.
We will be launching our new website soon so please check back soon!

2009-03-01T19:22:00.001-08:00

Everybody on the KAT team is working hard through the winter months to get everything ready for another great race in 2009! Our new website will be up soon and we're looking forward to your feedback ...

2008-12-18T16:04:00.001-08:00

Welcome to the blog for the Kelowna Apple Triathlon! We will be posting news and updates regarding the 2009 race, scheduled for August 21 to 23 in beautiful Kelowna, BC.

Apple Triathlon Kelowna

Sad News

Best Triathlon in Western Canada!

Quick Change

Happy New Year!

Elite Photos

Bike Course Video

Road Closures-Parking Guide-Traffic Detours

Fresh Food - Great Coffee - Post Race Massage

Volunteer And Win!

2011 Canadian Triathlon Championships

Business Challenge Sprint Relay

World Class Volunteers - World Class Race!

Aquathon - Free for all Sunday Racers!

Volunteers Needed

Race for Everyone

Customized Apple Triathlon Wines!

Western Canadian Youth Championships and Kids of Steel

Less then 40 days to go

Last Year's TREK Bike Winner

Register Early and Win Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon

More Video from 2010 Apple Triathlon

Apple Triathlon On CBC Sports

Junior Elite Winners

Findlay and Whitfield Take Honours

2010 Triathlon on Video

Road Closures Detours

Canada's Finest Triathlete's Coming to Kelowna for the 2010 Canadian National Triathlon Championships

Apple Triathlon Schedule Now Available

Kelowna Apple Triathlon less than a Month to Go

Kelowna Apple Triathlon Meet, Eat and Plan!

Overcoming Challenges One Two Three

Blenz Sponsors the Business Sprint Relay

Canada’s hottest triathlon bodies in action!

Peachland Triathlon Cancelled

Apple Triathlon only 50 days to go!

Triathlon Open House in Glenmore

Quality Greens Gets Behind Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathlon

Volunteer and Win at Kelowna Apple Triathlon

Apple Triathlon Spring Time Venue Planning

Winter is upon us ...

Jeanne beats the boys over 5km

Whitfield and Groves win 2009 National Championships and ITU Cup

Junior Elite Winners in the 2009 Canadian National Triathlon Championships

Apple inspiration with the Kids of Steel and Try-a-Tri

Friday Results of the Aquathon and 1.5 Open Water Swim

Wetsuit and Second Suit Rules

Top males contenders for the 2009 Canadian National Triathlon Championships

Volunteer and Win at the 2009 Kelowna Apple Triathlon!

Apple Triathlon attracts top Canadian female athletes

Volunteers Needed Urgently!

Volunteer Opportunities

Canadian National Championships!

Kelowna Apple Triathlon Announces New Corporate Cup Team Relay Event for 2009

Car Wash - Kelowna Apple Triathlon Society Fund Raiser

Corporate Cup

Aquathon - Free for Sunday athletes!

The first step to racing your bike: Commuting on your bike!

We are live!

Getting closer to triathlon season ...