I could not compete without my wonderful team of sponsors. They support me with their time, product and investment and I am very grateful to have them all on board.
Trek Speed Concept 7.5 Time Trial bike allows me great range for working on my aero position, superior performance
awesome ride quality, ability to carry nutrition and a practicable way to carry a puncture repair kit. I was fortunate to be able to come on board with Ron & Bevan Cheatley at Trek in Wanganui and I have been riding the Speed Concept bike for nearly a year. Dave Bowden at Speed Theory helped me achieve a good strong and comfortable aero position without it impacting my running ability off the bike. I have currently achieved all of my fastest ironman and half ironman bike splits on the Trek Speed Concept. trekbikes.com
awesome ride quality, ability to carry nutrition and a practicable way to carry a puncture repair kit. I was fortunate to be able to come on board with Ron & Bevan Cheatley at Trek in Wanganui and I have been riding the Speed Concept bike for nearly a year. Dave Bowden at Speed Theory helped me achieve a good strong and comfortable aero position without it impacting my running ability off the bike. I have currently achieved all of my fastest ironman and half ironman bike splits on the Trek Speed Concept. trekbikes.com
Paul Taitoko has been my physio for 3 years. I have not been injured for 3 years.
Need I say more. Before teaming up with Paul, I had every injury in the book, planter fasciitis, knee problems, hip problems, stress fractures. All resulted from running.
Paul has enabled me to continue in ironman year after year. I wholeheartedly trust in his expertise and couldn't ask for a better physio. soarphysio.co.nz
Need I say more. Before teaming up with Paul, I had every injury in the book, planter fasciitis, knee problems, hip problems, stress fractures. All resulted from running.
Paul has enabled me to continue in ironman year after year. I wholeheartedly trust in his expertise and couldn't ask for a better physio. soarphysio.co.nz
GU Gels keep me fueled throughout all of my training and racing endevours.
GU have a huge variety of flavours and delicious products....although I believe nothing beats GU Peanut Butter. They include chamomile and ginger in some of their gels which are great for a unsettled stomach during racing.
Check out their products at: guenergy.co.nz
GU have a huge variety of flavours and delicious products....although I believe nothing beats GU Peanut Butter. They include chamomile and ginger in some of their gels which are great for a unsettled stomach during racing.
Check out their products at: guenergy.co.nz
Andrew Sheath at the Hamilton Shoe Clinic teamed me up with the ASICS DS Trainer and Racer footwear. Andrew spent time with me to find footwear that suited my running style and support I required. They have a wide range of products and the staff know their products well. For personal service and product knowledge pop into the shop at 437 Victoria Street Hamilton NZ. Or check out their website: shoeclinic.co.nz
G.W Scott and Associates in Cambridge have been excellent in assisting me with my tax advice. Graham Scott is passionate about helping athletes progress on a professional level as well as athletically. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Graham, he has give given me alot of confidence in understanding the financial side of my sport.gwscott.co.nz
The Cambridge Fitness Centre is my High Performance Training Facility. I always enjoy my time at the Cambridge Fitness Centre and deeply appreciate Val Evans and her great team of instructors for supporting me. cambridgefitness.co.nz
I have been fortunate to work with Kristina Campbell at Advance Sports Therapy.
She not only provides an excellent sport specific massage, but also has sound knowledge on preventative care of problem or weaker areas, which I can continue to work on. I am incredibly thankful to have Kristina based here in Cambridge and highly recommend Advanced Sports Therapy.
She not only provides an excellent sport specific massage, but also has sound knowledge on preventative care of problem or weaker areas, which I can continue to work on. I am incredibly thankful to have Kristina based here in Cambridge and highly recommend Advanced Sports Therapy.
A fundamental part of improving over the ironman distance is staying injury free. Gary Mikkelsen at Cambridge Family Osteopath is a competitive cyclist and works with me towards manipulative preventative care. familyosteo.co.nz
Kim Munro and Kevin Burgess at Cambridge Amcal Pharmacy have been very supportive of my ironman endeavors. They keep me topped up with iron and vitamin supplements throughout the year so I can keep trucking on.
I have just started using the Blueseventy Helix wetsuit. I recently just swam the best I have in 2 years. Something must add up. blueseventy.co.nz
New Zealand has one of the highest rates in the world of skin cancer. According to the NZ Cancer Society it is by far the most common cancer affecting New Zealanders. While I love that I can pursue Ironman as my profession, I don't want to become another statistic because of my chosen outdoor pursuits. Aloe Up sunscreen was developed by athletes for athletes I trust it is a sunscreen that will keep me protected throughout my long training and racing endeavours. I love that it is derived from a trusted plant based product, containing 35% Aloe Vera, which soothes skin as well as protects it. aloeup.co.nz
Huge Thanks also to:
Pro-form Plastics are based in Hamilton New Zealand. They specialise in the development, manufacturing and international sale of automotive accessory products. Proform sponsored me between 2013 and 2015 and I am incredibly grateful for having had the chance to work with them. Thank you so much for your support Proform. proform.co.nz
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Garth Barfoot. Ironman extraordinaire.
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Rodney Weinberg at Four Seasons Cambridge Stihl Shop has been working on my bikes since my rowing days (a long time ago).
Before every race my bike is pre checked and tuned in by Rodney. Awesome mechanic.
stihlshop.co.nz/Cambridge
Before every race my bike is pre checked and tuned in by Rodney. Awesome mechanic.
stihlshop.co.nz/Cambridge
Thanks: Andrew & Adele Gaddes for helping me get started. John Thompson. Meagan & Nelson Schick. Mum & Dad. Long suffering Elliot Riley. My good friends who don't care about my results but do care about having a good time!
