Author Archives: tswitala

Lots of change

Posted on March 8, 2016 by tswitala

It’s been a very long time and lots of things happened since my last post. It’s been a reallllly long time.  My 2014 ended and things went a bit downhill. I needed a break and it was good to sit … Continue reading →

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Ironman 70.3 World champs my most painful moment

Posted on September 9, 2014 by tswitala

To start of I must say. The Ironman 70.3 world championship must be one of the best and greatest experiences in my life. It’s been an event that carried all the emotions known possible. What am experience and definitely would … Continue reading →

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Touch down Montreal – #IM70.3WC

Posted on September 4, 2014 by tswitala

So yesterday I arrived safely and with a few dollars less in my pocket in Montreal. Traveling with a bike can get unexpectedly expensive. The flight was fairly okay as long flights could be. I am glad I did a … Continue reading →

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Ironman South Africa 2014 – the easterly beasterly

Posted on April 11, 2014 by tswitala

6th of April marked my 2nd full distance Ironman. It was the 10th Anniversary of the event in Port Elizabeth. Now I have done a 70.3 and full distance in Europe followed by a 70.3 and full distance in Africa. … Continue reading →

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When a plan comes together a goal is achieved

Posted on January 31, 2014 by tswitala

I had the race of my life. It was not an easy race but it was one of my best. Ironman 70.3 East London was my 1st race for the season. The goal also was to try and qualify for … Continue reading →

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Irulan’s new pair of shoes ….

Posted on October 26, 2013 by tswitala

This week was a big upgrade for Irulan. I bought her a pair of new racing shoes/wheels. She looks absolutely gorgeous. She got a pair of zipp 808. A pair of nice and light carbon wheels. I am really looking … Continue reading →

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The wait is over and the bank is empty

Posted on October 23, 2013 by tswitala

The wait is over. I have my entry for probably the most important race the season. Ironman SA 70.3. Now I just need to work towards getting my worldchampionship slot. I also have my entry for Ironman South Africa full … Continue reading →

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Sweat for a good cause

Posted on October 3, 2013 by tswitala

The response normally to the statement “We will do 9 hours on the bike” is normal confusion and admiration. “Why would you do it?”. My answer is “Why not?” if it is for a good cause. This weekend will be … Continue reading →

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Busy week ending with a dual bang

Posted on September 23, 2013 by tswitala

It was a hectic few days. Training in Germany, flight back on friday, a quick pick-up at airport and onwards 5 hour drive to Durban for a race. Lack of sleep and fatigue definitely featured in that equation. The plan … Continue reading →

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New name and new goal – Hello Quebec

Posted on September 4, 2013 by tswitala

Just as I predicted it will only take a few days before I figure out what to do next and tonight it hit me. Next weekend is the Ironman 70.3 world champs and I am looking forward to seeing some … Continue reading →

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