Are you Steelman Ready? It's Steelman Triathlon week! And we will have our typical large contingent that will include sprint and Olympic triathletes, aquabikers, a dad/daughters tri relay team, and two first time triathletes! Additionally, it looks like you guys are stepping up and filling some key volunteer needs, so thanks for that! We are Steelman <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100063670568684/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> Ready! If you are not yet in the mix and you have some time to volunteer on Sunday morning, see this post for lots of information and the registration link... https://www.facebook.com/.../msga.../posts/2574248039426619/ <https://www.facebook.com/groups/msgators/posts/2574248039426619/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-UK-R> A few other news and notes... - Steelman Triathlon Messenger Group: We've set up a Messenger group for the race. It is open to all athletes, volunteers, and supporters. If you are in any of those groups and not yet in the group and would like to be added, please post a comment or contact Don Mack <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100000975103622/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> and we'll add you. - Annual Indoor Pool Maintenance Closure: The annual Spring Valley YMCA indoor pool complex will be closed for annual maintenance starting on Monday, August 19 and ending on Monday, September 2. At this time we do not have plans to offer alternate workouts at the Y, but we encourage you to take advantage of the many OWS and pool options available from French Creek Racing <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100029146076594/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> as well as the Mid-Atlantic Multisport <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100063557951313/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> OWS session taking place on Wednesday, August 28 and the Steelman Racing <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100063670568684/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> OWS taking place on Sunday, August 18. Our regular swim schedule will resume with the Tuesday, September 3, 7am-8am uncoached group swim. - Thursday Coached Run Workout: We're offering a Karen Dunn <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100007262587303/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> coached run workout this Thursday prior to the club out and back SRT ride. The workout will take place 5:40pm-6:20pm on the SRT. It's a perfect opportunity to get in a rare run/bike workout! - Ice Cream Club: Final opportunity to get in is this Tuesday night, July 30! If you are not yet in the club, all that you have to do is attend the Tuesday night intervals ride and complete at least 3 intervals. - Who wants to be part of an OWS relay team at the French Creek Racing <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100029146076594/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]-UK-R> River Day SwimFest? The event takes place at nearby Norristown/Trooper on Saturday, August 10. We're looking to form at least one team for the 3x1 mile event. If you are interested, please post a comment or contact Don Mack <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100000975103622/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> . - IRONMAN Lake Placid 2025 Messenger Group: Plans are already underway for our support team for the July 20, 2025 event that will feature our club President, David Stone <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/1192332076/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R>! We've set up a Messenger group and it's open to any Gator that is considering attending as an athlete, volunteer, or supporter. If you are not yet in and would like to be added, please post a comment or contact Don Mack <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100000975103622/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R>. Between the training opportunities, the weather, the post card-like scenery, and the inspiration from the athletes (not to mention the Olympics), it's one of the best experiences in triathlon even if you're not racing or never intend to complete an IRONMAN distance event! This serves as your weekly list of our club workouts! Workouts Attendance Poll: To assist with workout planning, please check all workouts that you plan to attend. This helps us plan, so PLEASE take 1 minute to mark the workouts that you plan to attend. This Week's Workouts and Events: Following is a summary of what is happening, now through Sunday, including 18 workouts and 1 club social. - Monday 7/29, 6:00pm, Keystone Running Store (200 E. High St, Pottstown): Group run - Monday 7/29, 7:35pm-8:35pm, Spring Valley YMCA indoor lap pool: Swim workout coached by Dre Barber <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/551140474/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> - Tuesday 7/30, 7:00am-8:00am, Spring Valley YMCA indoor lap pool: UNCOACHED group swim workout - Tuesday 7/30, 5:00pm-7:00pm, Schuylkill River/Trooper Rd: French Creek Racing's Open Water Training. https://frenchcreekracing.pike13.com/people/12159554/shop - Tuesday 7/30, 6:30pm, Rec Room/Conshohocken Brewing, 230 Bridge St, Phoenixville: RUNegades group run - Tuesday 7/30, 6:30pm, Reynolds Dog Park/Longford Park (100 Longford Rd, Phoenixville): Cycling intervals ride on the SRT coached by Don Mack <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100000975103622/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R>. Your FINAL opportunity to join the Gators Ice Cream Club! - Wednesday 7/31, 7:35pm-8:35pm, Spring Valley YMCA indoor lap pool: Swim workout coached by Dre Barber <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/551140474/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> - Thursday 8/1, 10:15am-11:15am, Spring Valley YMCA indoor lap pool: Uncoached group swim - Thursday 8/1, 5:00pm-7:00pm, Schuylkill River/Trooper Rd: French Creek Racing's Open Water Training. https://frenchcreekracing.pike13.com/people/12159554/shop - Thursday 8/1, 5:40pm-6:20pm, Reynolds Dog Park/Longford Park (100 Longford Rd, Phoenixville): Gators run workout coached by Karen Dunn <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100007262587303/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R>. Get in a few miles before the club bike ride! - Thursday 8/1, 6:30pm, Reynolds Dog Park/Longford Park (100 Longford Rd, Phoenixville): Cycling out and back ride on the SRT coached by David Stone <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/1192332076/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> and Don Mack <https://www.facebook.com/groups/216774858507294/user/100000975103622/?__cft__[0]=AZUQg6yZJI5DF1DpVzX2LUX1Cwpj0W5pru_4lTI8FHjTIEo85tXtKztLOIKnih6qELdte7jV5Tcs8vkEGnOt0anmdWECVlUMZIibAkW0e7_eKOOWjsUBdKl9HolULAV28-4DUH6z-LDO6H8NN3eyLFlbN56jSCM_qGCCWasBNE2SDcBf3UiUuHrM7IGDSVgZZGnSdfzAAWvxoUo61n-V24WJ2TOUmqH37CMw_EP5_Psyhg&__tn__=-]K-R> - Thursday 8/1, 8:30pm, Lock 29, 127 Bridge St, Mont Clare: Post-ride club social. This event is open to all regardless of whether or not you participated in that evening's ride! - Friday 8/2, 6:00am, Steel City Coffeehouse, 203 Bridge St, Phoenixville: RUNegades group run - Friday 8/2, 6:00pm, Parkerford Trailhead (320 Linfield Rd, Pottstown): RUNegades group run - Saturday 8/3, 8:00am-Noon, Schuylkill River/Trooper Rd: French Creek Racing's Open Water Training. https://frenchcreekracing.pike13.com/people/12159554/shop - Saturday 8/3, 8:30am, Keystone Running Store (200 E. High St, Pottstown): Group run. For details, go to Keystone Running Store's Facebook page... https://www.facebook.com/keystonerunningstorepottstown - Sunday 8/4, 8:00am, Steel City Coffeehouse, 203 Bridge St, Phoenixville: RUNegades bRUNch run. https://www.facebook.com/groups/theRUNegades - Sunday 8/4, 9:00am-10:00am, Spring Valley YMCA indoor lap pool: Uncoached Sensational Swimmers group swim workout - Sunday 8/4, 10:00am-Noon, Schuylkill River/Trooper Rd: French Creek Racing's Open Water Training. https://frenchcreekracing.pike13.com/people/12159554/shop "It's not about the event, it's about the adventure!" (Coach Brian) [image: 💚]