events calendar
Element Winter Clearance Sale
Check out the new markdowns on 2009 summer and fall/winter clothing! Discounts up to 75% off! And, for a limited time only, 25% off Icebreaker BodyFit Winter tops. You might still need them! (sorry!!!)
Triathlon Coaches Open House February 20th, 2010
We will be hosting our second Coaches Open House in February. Come in to meet and greet Edmonton's top triathlon coaches and find out more about some of the local clubs and other resources. Saturday, Feb 20, Noon to 4PM. Come in meet some of Edmonton's triathlon community.
Triathlon Coaches Open House
Element will be running our second Coaches Open House later in January. Come to meet some of Edmonton's top local tri coaches and clubs and see where your best training opportunities lie for 2010. Keep posted for details on dates and times.
Ironman Hawaii Viewing Party Dec 19
Please join us this Saturday at 6PM for our annual Kona viewing party. It's potluck dinner but we'll provide appetizers and beverages. Please RSVP so we have an idea about numbers.
Tuesday Night Bike Workouts Continue
Due to popular demand (you people are suckers for punishment!), we will be running Tuesday night bike workouts on December 8th, 15th and the 22nd. We ride at 6:15 so arrive around 6 to set up. Drop in fee is $10. Beverages provided!
November bike workouts start this week!
Indoor bike workouts will be running starting in November, on Tuesdays at 6:15 and on Saturdays at 8:30 AM. For the month of November, the focus will be on building technique and aerobic base with some fun challenges thrown in for variety. Cost is $10 per session for drop ins or $50 for an unlimited pass to the November workouts.
December 19: Ironman Hawaii Broadcast on NBC
It will be a busy time of year but hopefully, many of you can join us in the store in the evening for our annual Ironman Hawaii broadcast party. We'll have some draw prizes and Cam's very own play by play race commentary.
Post-Race Wrap-up Open House
Bring your race photos and stories on Friday after work and enjoy some appetizers and ongoing sale specials. Element will be hosting an after hours open house event from closing until whenever on Friday, September 11. All triathletes welcome!
Element Summer Sale
Check out new markdowns of up to 50% off clearance items. We need to make way for new arrivals like women's Terry cycle and casual wear. There will be new markdowns every day so it pays to shop often.
Daily Tour de France Coverage
Element will again be featuring replays of the daily TDF coverage throughout the day. The 2009 edition of the Tour de France starts in beautiful Monaco. Even if you're not a TDF fan, this might be one worth watching: will the route take the riders by the renowned topless beaches? Will the riders be distracted? Will you? But the bottom line is this is the start of a Tour that is already the subject of anticipation and speculation about team dynamics, the comeback of Lance Armstrong (how old is too old?) and the curiosity about the current status of doping in sport.
Group Ride Nights start April 21
Group ride nights will go on Tuesdays at 6:15PM from the store. Weather permitting, our first ride will be Tueday, April 21.
Online store update!
New items have been added to the online store including women's clearance bike jerseys. Coming soon will be the new e l e m e n t long-sleeved tee's for everyday style and comfort!
Click here to go to the online store.
In-store bike workouts start January 6!!
Bike training workouts start January 6th and run Tuesday evenings at 6PM and Saturday mornings at 8:15AM through to March. Drop in fee is $10 or sign up in advance for 10 sessions for $80. That's 2 extra workouts to help you get race-ready.
And, we will also be featuring bike technique master clinics with Olympic Gold Medallist, Lori-Ann Muenzer on January 29, February 26 & March 26. The cost is $30 for each clinic or $80 for the series. Each clinic is a stand-alone lesson on proper form and pedaling technique but with each successive clinic, you will build on the skills covered in the previous clinics. Class size is limited so sign up early to guarantee your spot!
Element Online Store now open!
Our online store is now open and we will continue to add items to it for you to look at. Enjoy shopping!
Click here to visit our online store!
Element Women's Triathlon (Leduc)
Thank you to all the volunteers and event participants who came out for the Womens' Triathlon. Event results are available at www.resultscanada.com
Half Moon Lake - June 22
Speednutz Sports race series kicks off on June 22 with the Half Moon Lake Triathlon. Held at Half Moon Lake Resort in the County of Strathcona, the race features a 1k open water swim, 30k bike on flat and quiet roads and a 7.5k run followed by the a spectacular pancake and all-you-can-eat sausage breakfast.
KGH Sprint Tri & Duathlon May 31
The 1st Annual KGH Sprint Tri and Duathlon are coming up on May 31. Register at www.triathlon.ab.ca or www.kghsprint.com/registration.html. Element will be onsite providing bike support during the race as well as draw prizes for the event including a Felt Cafe series cruiser bike! These babies are the way cool way for your post-run ride to the coffee shop. Cafe bike includes cup holder. KGH Sprint Tri is a 750m pool swim, 26k bike, 5k run. The Duathlon is a 3k run, 26k bike & 3k run. You can do it!
Group Ride Nights
Group ride nights have started! As always, they are run on Mondays and Wednesdays and we leave from Element. We meet at 6PM, leave at 6:15 and ride for 90 or more minutes. Monday's are typically casual rides around Edmonton's picturesque river valley. Wednesday's ride will have more intensity and is intended to provide race preparation fitness. Expect a hill or interval workout or time trials. These will be more challenging workouts but it will be fun!
current news
March 05, 2010
Save MacEwan Pool Rally March 6 at High Noon
Apparently, the axe will fall on MacEwan Pool on July 1. Concerned students and facility users are planning a rally for Saturday March 6 convening at 12:30 at the big clock. There was some talk about participants wearing swimsuits to the rally to show their support but given the...
