Somersault News

PLACE D’ORLEANS HALF MARATHON, 5 & 10 KM RUNS & Austin Wylie May Day 1 km Kids’ Run
Sunday May 4, 2008.
http://www.somersault.ca/eventorleansruns.htm

Early Bird Triathlon
May 17
Filling Up Quickly – Enter Now
Eric Collard, Race Director of the Early Bird Triathlon indicates that the field is filling up. We are limited to 600 participants I this race, and we are currently over 400, so be sure not to wait if you are planning on entering. You can enter at http://www.somersault.ca/eventearlybird.htm

Dr. Freedhoff Try a Tri Challenge at the Early Bird Tri – May 17
Why not talk someone you know into trying a tri at the 2008 Early Bird. Dr. Freedhoff’s BMI Medical Institute has more than 70 first timers registered for the event, because it has proven so effective with their clients. Give it a tri – You can du it!

Somersault Series Calendar Cards
If you know of any business that would like to carry the 2008 Somersault Tri, Du and Run Calendar Cards, please let us know, and we will get a supply out to them. They are in handy 4”x6” format. Contact terry@somersault.ca.

The Massart Message – A Training & Preparation Feature Column
Click here to read Trish’s great April Article on “Leg Strength and Balance”. You can contact Trish Massart at tmassart@rogers.com

RE:FORM Body Clinic - Open in Time Square Ottawa
RE:FORM Body Clinic will offer patients the utmost in treatment and care, from chiropractic and soft tissue therapies to massage therapy.

RE:FORM Body Clinic is the realization of a dream for successful young chiropractor, Ironman, and former professional cyclist Dr. Martin Zollinger. Through his career as an athlete, Dr. Zollinger gained an appreciation for the body's ability to perform, and experienced first hand the dramatic results that were possible through chiropractic. "I am passionate about the work I do," said Dr. Zollinger, "and I'm excited that my team and I will be able to make use of our new space and state-of-the-art equipment to offer our patients a new standard of care.

Contact: Dr. Martin Zollinger - Chiropractor
(613) 321-3533
martinzollinger@reformbodyclinic.ca
www.reformbodyclinic.ca

More Sponsors Confirmed
We are pleased to welcome more sponsors to the Somersault Series fold. We look forward to working with:

Peggie Slavin – Race Director – Last Chance Triathlon – September 21
We welcome Peggie Slavin, Nepean Masters Swim Club member, Peggie Slavin as the Race Director of the new “Last Chance Triathlon at the Nepean Sportsplex on September 21, 2008. Peggie brings organizational skills and lots of energy and enthusiasm to this brand new end of season tri. You can contact Peggie at peggie@nmsc.org

Google Earth and Google Maps
Somersault event maps are featured through the Google Maps service. This allows participants to easily view course maps through their internet browser, and also to have access to extra features offered by Google Maps and Google Earth.

Our own MacGyver, Paul Daroszewski, has been working diligently on the individual event maps, and we expect they will updated by mid-May. We are adding information to each web site, to help the reader to utilize these maps effectively. Pre-event newsletters will highlight the map web site and these instructions.

Join the Somersault Race Crew
We are still looking for new Somersault Race Crew members. There are openings for key Race Crew members in the Swim Course, Run Course, Cycle Course, T-Zone, and Site Set Up/Take down areas. You must be dependable, and be willing to work long days on the event weekends. It’s a lot of fun and its hard work. Interested applicants should contact terry@somersault.ca

Searching for RMT’s – for the Canadian Iron 226 – August 30
We are inviting Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) businesses and professionals to join our Team at the Canadian Iron 226 on August 30, to provide services to Iron 113 and Iron 226 participants. If you can join us please contact Christine at christine@somersault.ca. Thanks.

Promotional Opportunities at Somersault Events
We invite businesses, clubs, and organizations to consider promotions at Somersault events. There are several opportunities available

Contact christine@somersault.ca to learn more about these opportunities. We have an opportunity for businesses and organizations of any size.

We are pleased to announce that Brian Aboud has joined Somersault in the Sponsorship Marketing area. Brian would love to talk to any business – large or small – to discuss how you might contribute to and benefit from the 2008 (and beyond) Somersault Series and Events. If you are interested, please contact Brian at brian@somersault.ca.

Reminder to Check Event Info Site before Your Event
It is always a good idea to check the event website in the day or two before your event. We do send out pre-event newsletters, but checking to see if there have been any event changes, is still prudent – to avoid missing important information.

If you would like to be on a relay team in the August 30^th Canadian Iron, Jean Parks is looking for you. The search is for a swimmer and a runner. If you fit the bill, contact Jean Parks at jean.parks@jwt.com

City Chase is Back in Ottawa
Check out City Chase at www.MitsubishiCityChase.com for the latest in urban races. The event is coming to Ottawa this summer.