Update from Mike Rayden. Organiser  We decided that we are unable to run our QUAD this year. We only have 5 entries, despite e-mailing 800 people on our Quad/Tri list! Perhaps we can bounce back next year. I am very sorry and sad we have had to cancel.

The West Wight Quad will take place on Sunday  30^th June 2013, the distances will be Swim 600metres (pool); Mountain Bike 12miles; Sea Kayak to the Needles 6nm; Run 4.5k.

The event is technically difficult in the mountain bike and sea kayaking stages, but because the swim is in an indoor pool, and the run is short and flat they are easy, it is suitable for less experienced Quadrathletes. We have two sea kayak distances;experienced (qualifies for the BQA series) and less experienced. Also being able to hire a sea kayak and /or a mountain bike locally (see our partners) could suit and make life easier for some competitors.

So please look at the websites below and gird your loins for a remarkable event!

Futher details will follow on these web sites.

West Wight Sports Centre, Full details and entry form http://www.westwight.co.uk/home

IOW Adventure Activities, Sea kayak and transport details http://isleofwightadventureactivities.co.uk/

Wight Cycle Hire http://www.wightcyclehire.co.uk/

Mike Rayden. Organiser   01983761371 ( afternoons)

The 2013 Quad season is about to start, and I’ve had a couple of reminders from Race Organisers to get your entries in for the up and coming races. This years Brigg Bomber Quadrathlon 26th May is getting close. If you are going to enter the Bomber, could you please do so within the next week so that we can get a feel for the numbers competing. All details & online entry can be found at www.point7.co.uk

The following Races are all part of the National Trophy Series and entries are open now for all our Quad Races, these are -

30th June – West Wight Quadrathlon 

4th August – Box End Quad

1st September – Shrewsbury Sprint Quad

8th September – Fabian4 Conwy Mountain Tri

14th September – Bude Awesome Foursome

Go to our Events page for more details on all BQA Races for the 2013 Season

1st September

The week leading up to the DW conditions were so fast flowing, with the Thames on red Boards there was a bit of doubt knowing if the race would take place at all. All paddlers had to fill in a Matrix assesment 5 days before and if you scored above 12/20 you would be allowed to paddle. Adele and I felt we scored about 16, but our ‘Support Team’ marked us at 18 … so their was no turning back, my stitches in my hand (from the dog bite 5 days before) had been removed so we had no excuses!

We knew it was going to be a very tough race with very cold weather forcast, and all chances of any records being broken had gone, due to the strong headwinds. We battled against sub-zero conditions after leaving Devizes at 11.20am on Saturday. We faced strong Easterly winds all the way to Reading, and were an hour down on our time, but plenty of other Crews were much slower and had suffered more. We felt good going into the night, we had superb kit ‘Buffalo jackets’ – worth their weight in gold! Very soon the -4 temperatures iced up their kayak, froze our drinks systems, life jackets, spay decks and pogies! The portages were like ice rinks, so you had to be so careful,

no running, we saw a few drop boats and break rudders. Our Support crew were amazing they looked after us so well, guiding us safely and feeding us hot soup and rice pudding! We managed to get our time back as we picked up speed on the fast flowing Thames. We hit Teddington just right for the tide, however the wind had picked up again and we had quite a battle with waves against wind, so it was a very bumpy tideway! One highlight for me, was paddling right past the Cambridge and Oxford Boats (they were rowing upstream) as they were having a warm up for the boat race!

It was strong determination that got us to Westminster Bridge on Sunday at 9.35am. They came 22nd out of 160 starters, they finished in an incredible 22 hours, 19 minutes, placed 2nd Ladies team and Winning the Ladies Veteran’s Trophy! Also came 6th/42 overall in the vets catagory.

Jean says ‘’Its certainly an amazing journey, with good times and dark times along the way. You push yourself to the limit and find your personal strengths, no mater how fit you are its your mental strength that drives you on. Its paramount having a very great trusting kayak partner, from whom you have no secrets, along with a positive support crew who never stop believing in your strengths!

We had the coldest Easter on record with 45% retirement rate due to the harsh conditions, we certainly had highs and lows but knowing we had so many followers back home and lots of sponsors that helped drive us on. We had tears of elation in our eyes, coming into Westminster knowing we had held onto our dream, we had a very emotional ’Team Hug’ and we have a memory that will stay with us both for ever. A huge thanks to our support crew, Dave, Kate, Adrian and Margaret … without them non of this would be possible they were truly amazing!

Please don’t delay, and get your entry in today! We already have more entries so far this year than raced last year with a large proportion of solo entries from first timers, so could I urge you to consider entering the Brigg Bomber sooner rather than later, so that we can see exactly how many people are likely to race. If you have already entered many thanks.

The Lincsquad Team would also appreciate it if you could let your family, friends & work colleagues know as they may be interested in entering the solo, team or corporate team race.

The Keyo Brigg Bomber Quadrathlon 26th May 2013 is organised by members of LINCSQUAD (Lincolnshire Quadrathlon Club) and consists of a 1.5k river swim, 7k kayak, 36k bike & 10k run, this event is the British Championships, part of the British Quadrathlon National Trophy series and a World Quadrathlon Federation World Cup race.

Lincsquad are proud to announce that the 2013 event will also be the European Quadrathlon Championships with a total prize fund of 500 euro’s.

We are also proud to announce our sponsor for this years event as Keyo Agricultural Services Ltd http://www.keyo.co.uk/

Team & Corporate entries are accepted however only solo entries qualify for the British & European Championships, World Cup rankings & National Trophy series.

The winning Corporate Team will not only take home the Corporate Bomber Trophy, but all team members (maximum 4) will all receive free entries to the 2013 Keyo Brigg Sprint Triathlon on 29th September 2013.

Minimum age for standard distance 16 years, parental consent is required for under 18 years.

More details can be found on the pre-race information pack below, if you have any event queries please contact events@lincsquad.co.uk if your query relates to event entry please contact sales@point7.co.uk

poster to downlaoad A4_Brigg_Bomber_2013

Event entry is through Point 7 Sports online entry system, click here

2013 Brigg Bomber Race Info (provisional)

If you’re racing at home or abroad and want to ‘Fly the Flag’ for the BQA this season, we would love you to wear BQA Kit! We would also like you to become a BQA Member for the coming season. Please support us so we can keep continue to keep British Quadrathlon ALIVE and KICKING! Thanks.

Hoodies and Technical T-shirts are available to order. We have Navy Hoodies with embroidery BQA logo on front, and embroidery GB Team/flag on sleeve, screen print British Quadrathlon Team GB on back £24 + £2.50 p&p.

Also Navy Technical T-shirts with embroidery BQA logo on front, and British Quadrathlon GB Team/flag on back £20 + £2.50 p&p.

If you wish to order, please print of the form below, indicate size & quantity, add your address and send with a cheque to Steve Dolby, he will process your order and send you your kit.

BQA KIT ORDER 2012 Any questions please email stevendolby@live.co.uk

Pro-vision GB Team Tri suits are available to order, I have 5 on order so if you would like one please let me know, as I will be sending the order at the begining of MARCH. (This will be the only order this year, as I have to order a minimum of 10) They will now come with a rear zip, in order to align with new National/International Triathlon Rules. However the BQA currently has no rules conerning zips on tri suits. They will cost about £65 if your interested please contact Jean Ashley malpasashleys@btinternet.com

Tri Suit Design BQA TRI SUIT

WADENHOE QUADMIRE CHALLENGE 2012/ 13

RACE 4 REPORT Well they say a picture says a 1000 words, I guess that is true, either that or Steve decided to have his yearly bath!

It seems that the Met Office severe weather warning put off a lot of potential athletes for the last race of the series as we only had 9 enter the Duathlon and 1 brave soul [Tom Dawson] enter the Quad. However the weather was not too bad: wet and cold, but that is normal for Wadenhoe.
As we can see the quagmire was well and truly on form with plenty of mud and spatter for all. Unfortunately I was manning the warm Village Hall [what a bummer] and did not see the ins and outs of the race. I do know that by the time the mud spattered humans [well almost] returned for tea and cakes they seemed extremely grateful to be out of the elements.

Jez Cox won the Duathlon and in fact he won the overall series with Matthew Wootton the second overall man. Steve Giles [AKA the mud swimmer] took MV40 with Keith Read picking up the MV50 award. Unfortunately no ladies completed the required number of races this year. In the Quad Tom Dawson was the overall winner with Steve Saunders second overall.

Full Results

Wadenhoe 2012-13 race 4 results

Wadenhoe 2012-13 quad overall results

Wadenhoe 2012-13 RBR overall results

I would like to thank all the marshalls and helpers who have made the series possible by braving the elements. A special mention to the members of Colworth Striders who helped and made it all possible.

It is with regret that we announce that this will be our last Wadenhoe Quadmire series. The competitor numbers and logistics no longer make it viable for us to continue with the series. However; it is not all bad news as we are going to run a 3 race series at Box End Water Ski Park [Kempston, Bedford]. We also intend to run a one-off race at Wadenhoe [probably in Feb 2014].
All race reports and details of our summer races can be found on our website: www.quadracracing.co.uk

I would like to thank you all for your continued support

Mark Pryor, Quadrac Racing

The BQA are very gratefull for all the effort and dedication of the ‘Wadenhoe Team’ over the past few years, they have organized an excellent race series, and without a doubt the BEST POST RACE REFRESHMENTS … EVER!!! Thank-you so much and we wish Quadrac Racing all the very best with the New Series at Box End … and knowing Mark, he will find a ‘Mud Bath’ somewhere on the new course!

Wadenhoe Quadmire Race 3 [13.01.13] 

It was a cold & frosty start to Wadenhoe 3 and we waited with bated breath to see if we would be subjected to the snow that was forecast.

22 people in the RBR [Run Bike Run] and 7 in the Quad were not to be put off by the weather as they raced across the frosty fields to be the first to the style [the first obstacle].

Jez Cox decided to swop from the Duathlon [were he had dominated the first two races] to the Quad.  He took an early lead and was the first to arrive at the kayak transition a good 2 minutes ahead of second place Neil Cooney.

In the RBR it was Ian Turner who was the first mud spattered athlete to arrive in transition [after two run laps] followed by Matthew Wootton. It had not taken long for the frost to be worn away by the passing of pounding feet and the surface condition became muddy and slippery. By the appearance of the many strange things that returned to transition [monsters from the swamp] the quagmire was living up to its reputation, with particular sticky/ glutinous mud today.

The slippery conditions made for an interesting ride [understated] with many slips and slides [some not so controlled] and a lot of pushing bikes up the short steep hills. Over at the Quad, Jez had maintained his lead and was the first to head out on the bike leg. Stiff Father  & Son competition was afoot as Tom Watt & his son Zak both arrived into transition together to battle it out on the bike course.

In the Duathlon Ian Turner maintained his small lead throughout the race and crossed the line first in a time of 01:05:23 with Matthew Wootton taking second place in a time of 01:07:58. Justin Burrell was the first MV40 to finish, unfortunetly no Ladies were up for the challenge today.

Jez Cox was the first to finish the Quad with a vast lead over his nearest rival, Neil Cooney. In the Father & Son race  it was age and experience that triumphed over youthful energy as Tom beat Zak to the line [I am sure it will not be long before the roles are reversed, just as well Tom can paddle well]. Lisa Dunne, did very well to finish her first Quad.

I think we must have sold a record number of soups and Bacon butties at the end as we were totally wiped out of food. The last Wadenhoe race is on Sunday 10^th Feb, when the series positions will be decided.

Big thanks to all the Marshalls who braved the cold conditions. Full results can be viewed at our website: www.quadracracing.co.uk

or hear -Wadenhoe 12-13 RACE 3 QUAD RESULTS (1)

Wadenhoe 12-13 RACE 3 RBR RESULTS (2)

We hope to see you all at the last race.

Mark Pryor Quadrac Racing

The WQF have been working hard during the past few months to put together a brilliant race schedule for the WQF Quadrathlon World Cup 2013. The coordination of the races is not that easy and really time consuming – but 2013 promises a lot of excitement and adventure in the various international Quadrathlon races.

IBIZA, ESP 4^th  May – The World Cup is traditionally opened up by a Quadrathlon (middle distance) on the Spanish island of Ibiza,  although the information in the run-up to the event is often sparse, the organizer Pepe Ribas ensures the best care on location for every athlete. The  competition offers the possibility to be combined with a small training camp too.

BRIGG BOMBER  GB, 26^th May – The next stop for the World Cup will be Brigg in England. Same as last year, the European Championships over the middle distance will take place in Brigg on the 26th of May. The organizers of the Lincsquad-community offer a great competition, which will certainly be one of the highlights of the season.

OBERPFALZER SEENLAND, GER  2^nd June – Only one week later, another middle distance will take place at the Steinberger See in Germany. The Upper Palatinate region offers not only a picturesque landscape, but also a race at the highest stage. Located near to the Czech border, the competition site is easy to be reached by athletes coming from the neighbouring countries.

BALATON, HUN  8^th June – After a long time in history, its good to have a World Cup race represented in Hungary. Near to the famous Lake Balaton, another middle distance will take place. The date will be Saturday, 8th of June. However, depending on the conditions on the lake (concerning the kayak-part), the organizer reserves the possibility to change race-day from Saturday to Sunday.

TYN nad VLTAVOU, CZ  22^nd June  - The first sprint distance can be found on the agenda: in Tyn nad Vltavou in the Czech Republic. The traditional event receives a special honour this year with the organization of the World Championship over the sprint distance, which will certainly be a further highlight of the season.

SAMORIN, SLOVAKIA 3^rd August – An exciting race is also expected on the 3rd of August, when the European Championships over the sprint distance will be held in the Slovakian Šamorín. Next to Bratislava, the young organization team has provided a fantastic event in the last two years and has much going for the European Championships, too.

POLSKAMAN WOLSZTYN, POL, 17^th August -A world premiere is going to take place in Wolsztyn (Poland) next year, as the World Cup schedule lists the PolskaMan as a Quadrathlon middle distance on 17th of August. The WQF is very pleased about this race, because the organizer is very professional in the run-up to the event. The race will be interesting, especially for German and Czech athletes, because Wolsztyn is suited only 100 and 200 km respectively from the German and Czech border.

With regret the WQF has to accept the decision of the organizer Václav Marek: in 2013 there will be no Quadrathlon in Sedlcany (Czech Republic). Lack of sponsors and increasing regulatory burdens weight the organisation of a quadrathlon. Looking ahead to 2014, the WQF hopes that this is not a final decision. The World Championships will now take place in Ratscher.

 World Championships – RATSCHER, GER 31^st August – The races in Ratscher have always been superbly organized, it’s such a wonderful venue! The WQF are looking forward to this big highlight in the World Quadrathlon callender.

VELENCE, HUN  7^th September – The World Cup will make a second stop in Hungary, this time on a long distance – the first since 2010. Once again, it remains to be seen whether the race will take place on Saturday or Sunday (depending on the conditions on the lake). Furthermore, it is still unclear if this long distance can even be a World Championship – this detail is depending on the organizers’ will to pay prize money. The final decision will be made by the end of January.

AWESOME FOURSOME BUDE, GB 14^th September – Finally promises to be a grand finale of the World Cup 2013. In Cornwall a demanding middle distance is waiting for the athletes: steep climbs and difficult trails need to be overcome. However, the beautiful countryside with a lovely sea sight makes up for all the hardships.

For all international championship races the organizers have committed themselves to paying prize money so that as many good athletes as possible will participate.

During the WQF Congress in November, also a slight modification of the World Cup concerning the points in each race was decided. For international championship races and the last World Cup race of the season the points are enhanced by 20 points for each place. For example: instead of 100 points for the 1st place, the winner gets 120 points and the 30th receives 21 points instead of only 1 single point. This will help to design the championships even more attractive and the battle for the World Cup will remain a bit longer open to changes. Furthermore, it is ensured that in the last race of the season as many athletes as possible are standing at the starting line in order to have a condign celebration ceremony for the overall World Cup. The rule that a maximum of 4 races come in the final rating with up to two results from one country was confirmed.

Another point that has been changed were the age requirements for single entry in longer Quadrathlon distances. Although the WQF still recommends that longer distances are only attempted by adult athletes, younger athletes can take part in longer distances if they can show a written parental consent. The age categories for the Masters in 10-year steps was confirmed once again.

In the end, the WQF asks all athletes to register early for the competitions. By registering as soon as possible, you help the event hosts to organize a well-planned race – only then, a great competition can take place!

For more World Cup Information visit the website http://www.quadrathlon.com/index.htm

The WQF wishes all athletes an injury-free preparation and is looking forward to exciting competitions in 2013!

Regards

Stefan Teichert, WQF Executive Board

The entries have been opened for the Brigg Bomber Quadrathlon 2013 organised by Lincsquad.

The date has been brought forward to the bank holiday weekend of Sunday 26th May, so that the event can become even bigger & better. This has meant that the North Lincs Challenge has been suspended for 2013, last year we saw very low entries for the challenge and although not an easy decision we have decided that we must put all our focus & attentions into building the Brigg Bomber Quadrathlon for the future.

The Brigg Bomber will once again be the British Quadrathlon Championships and BQA National Trophy Series race, as well as a WQF World Cup series race.

We are also pleased to also inform you that the Brigg Bomber has also been awarded the status of European Quadrathlon Championships 2013, thanks to our new sponsors Keyo Agricultural Services we are also able to confirm a total prize fund of 500 euro’s for the European Championships.

Although the race has increased its profile & status it is still very welcoming of newcomers to the sport of quadrathlon, either as solo, team or for the first time in 2013 as a corporate team.

The Corporate team can be made up of 2, 3 or 4 members of the same company, the winning corporate team will not only be awarded the corporate trophy but each winning team member will receive free entries to the Brigg Sprint Triathlon in September, now that’s an incentive !

Entries are available through www.point7.co.uk if your going to enter please do so as soon as possible, many thanks.

I have also attached a poster, if I could ask you to place this at your place of work, gym, etc to help promote the race that would be fantastic. A4_Brigg_Bomber_2013

If you have any queries regarding this event please email events@lincsquad.co.uk

So get training, get your entry in and see you in May.

CHAIRMANS REPORT 2012 by Mark Pryor
2012 gave us a great feel good factor, with the likes of the Olympics and the Golden Jubilee Celebrations, with numerous GB athletes leading their field winning medals and World Titles . However, the UK Quadrathlon scene had highs and lows, ranging from the prestige of hosting two World Cup races, to some disappointing low turn outs at other races.
The Deeside Race was the first race of the season [and the National trophy Series] but only a few hardy athletes braved the Scottish elements. Mick Weir was to win the race with Colin Calder coming second. Unfortunately no Ladies took up the challenge this year.
The Adventure Challenge [organised by Lincsquad] was the second race in the
National Trophy Series and was hampered by bad weather, but the athletes were not to be phased. Matt Foulger was the first male to cross the line with Ian Smith coming a respectable second. In the Ladies event the infamous “Jean Ashley” was first with Alison Deykin taking second.
Unfortunately the Extreme 5 Quad was not able to be run this year. However, we
were lucky to have a new Quad over on the Isle of Wight which, unfortunately, was subject to high winds [the weather seems have played a big factor in most races this year] and the proposed paddle route around the Needles had to be changed. The southerly location and bad weather seemed to reduce entry levels. However, we received some good reports about this being a worth while quality race Ian Smith was the overall winner. It will be joining us in the Trophy Series next year. It is fantastic to see a new race on the south coast.
In June Russell Breyer travelled over to Germany to take part in the Oberpfalzer
Seenland Quad. This was only Russell’s third ever Quad and he came away with
third place in the MV50 class. He thoroughly enjoyed the race and definitely
recommends it.  June also saw the Norfolk Superhero Challenge take place. This team Quad challenge [its not open to individuals] was well attended and raised some well deserved money for charity.

July saw our third National Trophy Race, in the form of the “Brigg Bomber” which also doubled up as the National & European Championships, as well as being a world cup series race. Yet again the British weather showed its ugly head and high water levels on the Ancholme meant that the race format had to be changed. Some may say it was an even better race. This was to be a hard fought race with some high quality athletes from abroad pushing up the standards and giving our guys a run for their money., Matt Stephenson showed his racing colours and came away with the National & European Championship trophies, with the World Quadrathlon President, Stefan Teichent, coming second. In the ladies class, Becky Schofield became both the National and European Champion, with Kathryn King coming second. We also had some age group winners in the form of: Nigel Crowe [Vet50 M]; Tom Stead [U23 M] and Jean Ashley [Vet50 Ladies]. It has been recently announced that the “Brigg Bomber” will again both host the National & European Championships next year.
At last we had a race without any weather related problems [unfortunately it did clash with the Olympics], the Box End Sprint Quad. This enclosed X/C course saw a closely contested race with Matt Stephenson crossing the line first a mere 27 seconds ahead of Adam Norfolk. Roz Giles was the first lady home. Tom Stead, now an incredibly old 16, was improving with every race and was fourth overall.
Unfortunately we did not have an organised G/B Team to represent us at the World Quadrathlon Championships over in the Czech Republic. However, a few enthusiastic individuals took up the challenge and put on a good showing for the UK. Matt Stephenson was our highest place athlete coming in 5th place. We did pick up Silver in the men’s team event. Hopefully, next year we will be able to field a bigger team.
In early September we saw the first ever Shrewsbury Quad. This brand new sprint saw a full entry and, possibly the fastest swim on the race circuit, in the fast flowing waters of the River Seven. This was the 5th race in the Trophy Series and showed excellent potential and pedigree. Matt came first yet again [he really has dominated the UK race scene this year] with Sharon Colley taking the first ladies slot. We look forward to seeing this new race again next year.
On the same weekend as the Shrewsbury Quad, a few G/B athletes travelled over to Germany to take part in the World Sprint Quadrathlon Championships. The UK’s own “Tom Stead” became the World Junior Champion, to add to his growing list of achievements.
Mid September saw the 6th and final Trophy Race in the Bude Awesome Foursome, a truly fitting and challenging setting for the last race. Bude was also
designated a World Cup Series race. Unusually Bude was blessed with calm weather and flat seas, this is unheard off! This was to be another strongly contested race where Matt’s skill in the swim and speed on the bike could not hold of Stefan’s supremacy in the kayak that lead to Stefan’s eventual win. Yet another hard fought and excellent race, this again will have World Cup status in 2013. At the end of the trophy series, Matt Stephenson and Jean Ashley both respectively won overall, with Phil Binch, Alison Deykin and Tom Stead picking up age group wins. Tom Stead was also awarded the Eric Hatliff trophy for Endeavour for his success at National, European and World levels.
Bude was the last Trophy race but not the last race of the year.

This was the Fabian 4 race which turned out to be the hardest race of the year in extreme weather. With gale force winds, gusting up to 55mph, and torrential rain the race was interesting to say the least. The Estuary paddle, fell run and MTB ride in the hills of North Wales turned out to be an epic adventure which everyone enjoyed. The team at “Map 7” put on an extremely hard race in harsh conditions. This race will be joining us as part of the trophy series next year.
It has been an interesting year with the UK holding two World Cup races and holding the European Championships.

Some challenging weather at a lot of races and the ever so present economic down turn hampering the racing scene. I would like to thank all the race organisations who throughout the year put on some excellent races and I look forward to next year.
Also a big thanks to everyone who helped out with the running of the BQA, especially Jean Ashley, whose constant hard work is the back bone of our organisation. Looking ahead to next year I hope to see increased numbers at all events to make them worth running. You can all support the BQA by joining us, details can be found on the membership page: Membership and affiliation fees remain the same for 2013.
Next year will be my last year as Chairman and I hope that it is a successful one for the sport of Quadrathlon. A big thanks to everyone who organised and took part in Quads this year and I look forward to seeing you all at a race next season.

Election of officers- the following have been elected for 2013
Chairman – Mark Pryor (standing for 1 more year)
Membership Secretary – Jean Ashley
Secretary/Treasurer – Jean Ashley
Event Co-ordinator – Mat Stephenson
GB Team Manager – Steve Hook
Team Captains
Men – Mat Stephenson
Ladies – Alison Deykin
Kit sales – Steve Dolby
Website – Paul Carvill

Trophy Races 2013
1. The 6 Races for our Trophy Series are -
Brigg Bomber, West Wight, Box End, Shrewsbury, Fabian 4,
Awesome Foursome.
2. National Championships awarded to Brigg Bomber for 2013, to be
selected yearly.
3. Trophy Prizes and Rules to remain the same
Perpetual trophies for Overall National Trophy Winners (plus Thule
vouchers, if they continue to sponsor the BQA in 2013).
T-shirts for Senior, Vet 40, Vet 50, under 23.
Eric Hatliff Endeavour Prize” (plus Thule vouchers in sponsorship
continues).
4. Only give prizes to winners who’ve done 3 races and are BQA
Members.
5. Only British Athletes will get allocated Trophy points for 2013.
6. Juniors will only get Overall Trophy points if they do a full Trophy Race,
(less laps do not count). However we do have a separate Junior league
to cover the junior/sprint races for the junior prize.
Race Affiliation in 2012

GB Team Leader/manager – Steve Hook
Hi all, as many of you know I had a slightly rough year, well now that things
are settling, and even though I am very busy, I want to work with as many as
possible towards getting a competitive team for the Worlds, the Europeans
(now at Brigg), and to see if we can get the numbers ramped up in our home
events. We want to spread the word amongst the triathlon events and
kayaking events, that the true sporting challenge is in Quadrathlon. I do want
to have a training weekend in the spring, all details will be sent out to BQA
members and put on our BQA website and facebook page, so please contact
me if you’re interested and would like to attend.
regards
Steve Hook
BQA Kit
Race Kit – we have 3 (small) Tri suits in stock, there is a minimum order of
10, I have 3 orders on a waiting list, as we are hosting the European
Championships and if we have a team for the World Championships we hope
to be able to get an order together for 2013. It’s great to see athletes racing in
GB Tri suits, please let Jean Know if you are interested. The new suits will
have a rear zip now and will cost about £65 but payment will be needed
upfront.
Leisure Kit – Steve Dolby
Steve has set up this on the website, and is going to continue this service for
us. Athletes can order ‘one-offs’ and pay direct to the company -Tech T-shirts,
Hoodys are available, maybe look at doing a fleece in 2013.
Matching Team Kit does help raise the profile of the BQA, the new Hoodies
and Tech T-shirts look really good.
Website and monthly Newsletter, and facebook page – Jean Ashley
They are all up and running very well, though we would like to encourage
more members to send us race reports, photographs or articles linked to
quadrathlon or Multi-sports, its always good to share your news, reports and
race experiences with us …… please email to Jean.
A.O.B.
AGM dates to be confirmed, if we have a training weekend in the Spring we
could review this Annual Report then. Hopefully the AGM for 2013 can be held
at the last race of the season, Bude or Chester if it takes place.
Membership forms attached to this email, all fees remain the same please
support us in 2013.
Results of 2012 Trophy Series
Congratulations to all our 2012 Athletes, and prize winners.
Numbers racing in the Trophy Series were down on last year –
Matt Stephenson – Overall Ladies – Jean Ashley Overall
Phil Binch – Vet 40 Alison Deykin – Vet 40
Peter Chappil – Vet 50
Endevor Trophy Tom Stead

2013 SEASON
05/5/2013 DEESIDE Scotland – Approved by BQA
26/5/2013 BRIGG BOMBER Brigg – BQA Trophy 1 National Championships European Championships & World Cup Race
30/6/13 WEST WIGHT I of W – BQA Trophy 2
29/6/2013 NORFOLK SUPERHEROS Norfolk Charity Race – Approved by BQA
4/8/2013 BOX END Bedford – BQA Trophy 3
1/9/2013 SHREWSBURY QUAD Shrews – BQA Trophy 4
8/9/2013 FABIAN 4 Conwy – BQA Trophy 5
14/9/2013 AWESOME FOURSOME Bude – BQA Trophy 6 World Cup Race

Please download BQA Events poster and put up in your club, to help us spread the Quadrathlon Events Thank-you BQA Trophy Events 2013

The will to win is important, but the will to prepare is vital”
Happy and Safe Training over the winter … We look forward to seeing you Racing in 2013 … see you in the spring!