Lt. Governor Peter Kinder writes:

By now, some of you may have heard rumors regarding Gov. Nixon freezing state funds for the 2009 Tour of Missouri. I would like to share with you the details that we currently have:

On Wednesday, at the close of business, I was informed by the Division of Tourism that the money set aside for the Tour of Missouri was frozen by Gov. Nixon's administration. The state's commitment for the 2009 Tour of Missouri was $1.5 million. Without these funds, which are available and approved by the Tourism Commission, the Tour of Missouri will cease to exist.

At this time, I have requested a special meeting of the Missouri Tourism Commission to evaluate our options and decide what our next step should be.

As you know, we are very close to putting the final touches on the race this year. Our sponsors have invested and we are on track with our fundraising goals. Teams from across the world, the same teams now racing in the Tour de France, have been invited to our state, and communities across Missouri are making great preparations for the race. Contracts have been signed by the state, cities, sponsors and vendors and cutting this funding will leave the state susceptible to wasteful litigation.

Right now, I am urging cycling fans across our great state, and around the world to contact Gov. Jay Nixon at 573-751-3222 and tell him to release the funding for the largest sporting event ever held in our state.

I am grateful for the supporters, sponsors, volunteers and spectators who in the past two years have helped generate nearly $60 million in economic impact for our state, and brought over 800,000 visitors to the race.

With your help, I truly believe we can ensure the survival and success of the 2009 Tour of Missouri.

Call Gov. Jay Nixon at 573-751-3222 and tell him to save the tour!

The TRiKIDS Midwest Series  

Hey Kids - This year you can double your fun and participate in the both the Longview Jr. Triathlon and The Herman J. Levikow Youth Triathlon and in the process you can earn the chance to be crowned th Best TRiKID in the Midwest. In each race, you will earn points based on your finish time in the following  age categories: 10 and under, 11-14, and 15-17. The overall male and female winner in each of these age categories will win a special prize and be declared the Best TRiKID in the Midwest. The TRiKIDS Points Series Awards will be announce after July 26. You can sign up to be part of the TRiKIDS Midwest Series when you register for either the Longview Jr. Triathlon or The Herman J. Levikow Youth Triathlon. Do not wait, sign up today. 

The TRiKC Longview Jr. Triathlon will be held on July 26, 2009 at the Longview Recreation Center. The event consists of a 100 yard pool swim, a 3 mile bike, and a 1 mile run for children ages 10 and under. For children ages 11 to 14, the event consists of a 200 yard pool swim, 6 mile bike, and 2 mile run. This year we have added a new Teen Elite division (ages 15 to 17) who will swim 300 yards, bike 9 miles, and run 3 miles. Kids and Teens ages 6 to 17 can participate. We also have team divisions. Please encourage the kids in your life to take part in this great event. All particpants are automatically entered in a drawing for a FREE BICYCLE from Bike America.

We need adult volunteers for this event so if you can help us out, please email Kim Gasper at kim.gasper@sbcglobal.net.

You can register online by clicking the the TRiKC LONGVIEW JR. TRIATHLON title above. Applications can also be obtained by calling 816-969-1500.

***The 2009 TRiKC LONGVIEW JR. TRIATHLON will have chip timing.

A mail in Registration Form is contained in the Handout below.

The JCC Kids Triathlon results: http://www.onlineraceresults.com/event/view_event.php?event_id=3698

Photos of the triathlon can be viewed at seekcrun.com: http://www.seekcrun.com/htmdocs/eventphotos_before08-01-09.htm

Would you like to be stronger and faster this season? If so, our training program can be the key to your success. TRiKC’s Triathlon Training Program is a training plan designed to help you properly train for an Olympic or Sprint Distance Race. The Olympic distance plan can also be used as a 70.3 training plan if you increase the length of the weekend workouts. When you finish this program, you will be stronger and faster, guaranteed. 

Are you new to the sport and would like to learn how to train as an age group triathlete? iTRi KC Triathlon Coaching is providing novice triathletes with a training plan which includes personal coaching. You will receive you own personal training plan designed specifically for needs and your schedule. You will learn on how to properly train for a triathlon without becoming injured.

For more information regarding these exclusive FREE services for TRiKC members, check out our Coaching Network page.

Thinking about doing a triathlon this year?

Below are the survey results concerning how participants rate our local triathlons. Both the WIN for KC Women’s Triathlon and the Shawnee Mission Triathlon continued to be rated the best triathlons in the area.

WIN for KC Women's Triathlon = 75% Awesome, 25% Great

Shawnee Mission Triathlon = 53% Awesome, 42% Great, 5% Good

Race for Sight = 57% Great, 43% Awesome

OMC Women's Triathlon(Duathlon due to rain) = 50% Good, 33% Awesome, 17% Great

Ironman Kansas 70.3 = 46% Great, 46% Awesome, 8% Poor

Heritage Park Triathlon = 39% Great, 33% Awesome, 22% Good, 6% Poor

Jackson County Triathlon = 67% Good, 17% Great, 11% Awesome, 6% Poor

Spring Migration Triathlon = 100% Good

CGSC Triathlon = 100% Good

Topeka Tinman Triathlon = 44% Good, 33% Poor, 22% Great

Midwest Mayhem = 42% Poor, 33% Good, 25% Great

Midwest Meltdown = 45% Poor, 27% Good, 18% Awesome, 9% Great

Congratulations to all the women who braved the pouring rain to attend the first annual Olathe Medical Center Women’s Triathlon. Although the event was changed to an Aquathon, it was great to see so many women show what the endurance world is all about. Angela Rupp put on incredible performance as did Team TRiKC who took first place in the team club competition. We would also like to thank our special guest, triathlon legend Karen Smyers. You can click  the title above to view the complete list of results. And make to visit seekcrun.com to find your photograph (http://www.onlineraceresults.com/race/view_plain_text.php?race_id=9113). We hope to see you next year. Keep TRiing!

Support TRiKC's Partners

Please support those who support TRiKC 

Bike Stop Bicycle Stores, American Italian Pasta Company, DeSoto, Garry Gribble Sports, TriathlonBags.com, Rudy Project, the Trek Bicycle Store of Kansas City, Lynn McIntosh, D.C., TriSupplyOnline.com, The Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City, FuelBelt, Ironman Cycling Gloves by Spenco, SBR Multisports, Infinit Nutrition, RoadID, WIN for KC, Triathlon Lab, Yankz, Epic Bike and Sport, Triathlete Magazine, Colorado Premier Training, The Triathlete Store, Ironman Organic Coffee, ironguides, USA Triathlon, and Waiora 

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