Barrelman Niagara Falls

Thanks to Triathlon Magazine Canada for pointing out that MSC is about athletes first! https://triathlonmagazine.ca//ironman-athletes-lash-out-o/

We are writing to you today to announce the cancellation of the remaining events in the MultiSport Canada Triathlon Series as well as the Barrelman Niagara Falls. We will back with you in 2021, stronger and keener than ever before. Read the full story: https://conta.cc/2XvjC41

One of the hardest decisions we have ever had to make. The notice of Barrelman's cancellation was sent out to all registered athletes this morning. We are considering a Facebook Live Q&A so that specific questions can be asked and answered. https://niagarafallstriathlon.com/barrelman-cancellation-c/

We know some of you will have seen the link in the newsletter we sent out yesterday. In case anyone missed the podcast where I talk about the challenges this year for Barrelman and the COVID-19 pandemic, you might want to listen in. Starting at the 40 minute mark we discuss many if the issues that have to be considered before July 15th and decision date for the race. https://therealtriathlonpodcast.podbean.com/e/how-will-you/

With so much attention focused on these difficult times we thought it was time to send a few articles that are fun, informative and have some ideas on how to keep your fitness level high. In this issue: - Coaches Roger Hospedales and Paolina Allan of PR Endurance Training, Miranda Tomenson of Tomenson Performance and Wellness and Richard Pady of Healthy Results have passed along some training tips and thoughts.... - The Real Triathlon Podcast, which examines some of the behind the scenes decision making a race director goes through when deciding on whether to cancel or postpone a race. John Salt discusses some of the factors for Barrelman. - A Virtual Race Community challenge from the Barrelman official timing company, Sportstats, which is a little different from others and allows you to complete goals at your own pace....with prizes for participating! - July 15 decision date for Barrelman Niagara Falls. https://conta.cc/2W5iiUF

If anyone has questions regarding the race that are specific to you please check the Barrelman website. Sending a message through this page is not the best form of contact. https://niagarafallstriathlon.com/contact-us/ Given the COVID-19 situation our staff is not in the office but do check the email accounts. As we have indicated in past posts we are posting all current information as it becomes available. If there is no update, there is not new information however, we are still responding to email, although it may take a few days. Thank you in advance for your patience! - John Salt

This email and latest COVID-19 news was just sent to all of the people in our Barrelman database and is also on the race website....From everyone at the Multisport Canada/ Barrelman team, we hope that you, your family and friends are all happy, safe and are able to stay fit in these trying times. We know that many are curious to know the status of 2020 Barrelman Niagara Falls and we apologize for the lack of absolute clarity to this point. The situation has been and continues to be dynamic, and much is out of our control. https://niagarafallstriathlon.com/barrelman-covid-19-update/