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Charlotte Halliday

Meet Charlotte, one of our newest triathlon stars. Charlotte only started triathlon summer 2024/2025 and is absolutely KILLING it. She managed to squeeze in more races in one summer than some of us have done in total AND with super impressive results. If this is her first season of triathlon, we can't wait to see where she goes!! Charlotte loves a challenge and running hills - so our guess is that she's certainly going places! Check out what she has to say below.Q. How did you get into triathlon...

Char Karwowski

Char is an ex-committee member and is responsible for the legendary Lance Armstrong BLMF year. See what she has to say about all things triathlon and events!Q. Fave race/race highlight?A. 2014 Round Rarotonga Road Race - race highlight, racing both of my sisters around the island and taking out the podium with them, and beating them both obviously.Q. Local fave race A. Can’t go past Toi’s challenge, a perfect mix of low-key but well-organised, hard course but beautiful scenery to keep you go...

Tanya Lee-Parker

Meet Tanya! Tanya is an absolute weapon and, despite claiming that she hates riding her bike, recently won her age group at the Taupo 70.3 by more than an hour. She is no stranger to racing and has raced worldwide, including the 70.3 Ironman world champs in Finland. Triathlon isn't even her favourite multi-sport format, and she is now in training for two more non-triathlon world champs this year.Check out what she has to say below.Q. What is your favourite race format and why? A. Favorite race f...

Ian Rangitutia

A familiar face to many - you've either seen him in one of the swim squads at the pool, volunteering at our events, racing Ironmans or used as our model for the BLMF promo - Ian Rangitutia is one of the kindest, most supportive RAThletes in the club but also races like an absolute CHAMP. Check out what Ian has to say about his traithlon journey and his tips and tricks for starting out . And if you are running Rotorua Marathon next week, make sure you read to the end.. Q. How did you get into tri...