Aflac Iron Girl Atlanta Triathlon to Premiere on NBC
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() How cool is this for us Atlanta Tri Chix??? June 9, 2009 (Tampa, Fla.) - Today, Iron Girl, the premiere all-women's event-based brand, announces that the third annual Aflac Iron Girl Atlanta Triathlon will be televised nationally on NBC Sports. The broadcast will air on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. ET. The telecast will showcase a highly competitive professional field as well as a diverse group of athletes varying in age and fitness level. "The partnership with NBC will highlight tremendous athleticism alongside stories of incredible personal achievement," said Jeff Charney, Aflac senior vice president and chief marketing officer. "Viewers will be inspired by these amazing women and will find their own motivation to live healthier lives." The broadcast will be shot on location on June 28, 2009, 45 minutes northeast of Atlanta, Ga., at Lake Lanier Islands Resort, situated on the shores of Lake Sidney Lanier. Featuring a 1/3-mile swim, 18-mile bike and 3-mile run, the sold-out event will take more than 1,200 women into pristine Lake Sidney Lanier, transitioning them on to a scenic, yet challenging bike course of rolling hills through Buford County. The run will lead athletes along the natural beauty of Lake Lanier Islands Resort, one of Georgia's most visited resort destinations. "The team at NBC is excited to televise the Aflac Iron Girl Atlanta Triathlon and is happy to continue growing its relationship with World Triathlon Corporation and Ironman Productions," said Jon Miller, NBC Sports' executive vice president. "We are pleased to add this exciting event to our telecasts that also include the Emmy-award winning Ford Ironman World Championship and the Foster Grant Ironman World Championship 70.3." Viewers will watch stories of athletes who have overcome adversity, as well as gain inspiration from women who have adopted healthy, active lifestyles, served in the military, survived debilitating conditions and more. In addition, the following world-renowned professional athletes will be vying for the first place title:
The broadcast will also feature participants racing in support of pediatric cancer research, the Aflac Iron Girl National Event Series charitable cause for 2009. Participants are raising funds to be donated to the Aflac Cancer Center, located in Atlanta, Ga. "Iron Girl is an example of ordinary women accomplishing extraordinary things through events," said Judy Molnar, the vice president of Iron Girl. "Our athletes include not only those whose livelihood depends on performance, but also those women who may be your mom, neighbor or sister. Their passion and dedication exemplifies the mission of Iron Girl." |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Oh man, I knew I shouldn't have waited so long to sign up! Now I'm going to miss it. Someone will have to be attention wh0re in my place. Edited by jessica71980 2009-06-10 8:54 PM |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Lisa B - 2009-06-10 9:07 PM The broadcast will air on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. ET. Too funny - just went to put this on my calendar so I would remember to record it and it seems that Aug 23 is a Sunday! |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() OMG! Why does my cousin need to get married in KY this weekend. This would even be worth volunteering or watching! |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Neat! It would be cool to race with the pros! I'll be swimming, though, and will have to watch you Irongirls on TV. |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() McGlone and Jones are two of my favorite pros. That is awesome. |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I'll be there racing. Since there is no chance of me finishing anywhere near the pros to get in those shots, I'll have to try to get in some background shots later. Maybe I could get in one of the background shots of the story they always do on the inspirational racer who has overcome some tragedy to finish? Of course now I really have to lose that last 5 pounds! ![]() |
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Member ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() The NBC broadcast of the Aflac Iron Girl Atlanta Triathlon will premier on Sunday, August 2, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET. |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Bump for those of you interested: |
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Member ![]() ![]() | ![]() Here is the link to one of the "previews" for Sundays showing they have posted on YouTube... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxRjQArQKZE If you want a laugh, I'm in the group shot 8 seconds in - black and pink... Never thought my first tri would end up on TV! HAHAHHAHA That explains the "what did I get myself into" look on my face! It was a GREAT experience, and a MUST DO for next year!!!! The energy from the IronGirl addicted me, and I will have completed 4 tri's at the end of this season - what a rush!!!! Edited by mitchwendy 2009-07-29 11:31 AM |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I wish I had been paying attention when this was going on since I live literally right up the road. I was headed into my office to work on the GFs jeep both days that weekend and just saw hoards and hoards of cars with bikes on on the roof or the back had no clue what was going on. Of course that motivated me to get back on my bike and then 2 days later I said since I Am swimming again and running I'm finally doing a tri.. so probably a week or two after I got into it.. next year I'll be paying attention and make sure I get over there. Only thing with it being on NBC this sunday my PVR is saying that its the vegas race, have it setup to record either way. |
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Member ![]() ![]() | ![]() TV Guide.com comfirmed for my tv that its Atlanta... maybe its just listed wrong on yours... Are you signed up for the October Tri? The IronGirl was female only, but the Oct 4th Lake Lanier tri is supposed to be similar for both sexes.... |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I don't have cable and I use a htpc for all my TV and just setup my media center again after reinstalling the windows 7 release candidate with my antenna. I didn't see which guide service it was using this time to get me the listings so it may just be an error on that system since I have searched around and several sources say yes it is atlanta. /nerd mode Yes I am signed up for the october race, will be my first. I picked up on the girl part of the name I wouldn't be able to race in the Iron girl next year but living so close I figured why not go check out hundreds of women competing in small outfits ![]() |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() mitchwendy - 2009-07-29 12:29 PM Here is the link to one of the "previews" for Sundays showing they have posted on YouTube... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxRjQArQKZE If you want a laugh, I'm in the group shot 8 seconds in - black and pink... Never thought my first tri would end up on TV! HAHAHHAHA That explains the "what did I get myself into" look on my face! It was a GREAT experience, and a MUST DO for next year!!!! The energy from the IronGirl addicted me, and I will have completed 4 tri's at the end of this season - what a rush!!!! I'm in the youtube video too in my Endurance Concepts kit running out of T2! Edited by Lisa B 2009-07-29 1:50 PM |
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Member ![]() ![]() | ![]() Cool! I'll have to go check you out!!!!! And, my BF is like your GF, and he and our friends were out there to watch the outfits! LOL |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I didn't spot me in the preview, but i did see my friend jean who came with to spectate. And just remember - we're looking at you too mister in your little speedos and tri shorts! ![]() |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() cindi - 2009-07-29 4:00 PM And just remember - we're looking at you too mister in your little speedos and tri shorts! ![]() I know, anyone who says they aren't at least taking a peak is lying ![]() won't be in a speedo and not 100% sure what I'll be wearing, just not a wet suit for the swim since I am not spending the money and the expected water temps are much warmer then what I have swam in. I swam competitively from about 5 years old till when I was 18 year round most of the time too so I've got thousands of days in a speedo and plenty used to people looking... Those who find themselves in the coverage make sure you post up. |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Bumping this as a reminder because it's airing today at 2! Edited by autigers_1998 2009-08-02 10:15 AM |
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Regular![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() mitchwendy - 2009-07-29 12:29 PM Here is the link to one of the "previews" for Sundays showing they have posted on YouTube... That could be one of the best links I ever clicked. I first click to watch a bunch of women in swimsuits and tight clothing. And the 1st related video was the umbrella girls from MotoGP (Motorcycle racing). I saw somewher else that it was going to show on August 23rd? I hope so becuase I'd like to see it. |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() ATLsbr - 2009-08-02 6:24 PM mitchwendy - 2009-07-29 12:29 PM Here is the link to one of the "previews" for Sundays showing they have posted on YouTube... That could be one of the best links I ever clicked. I first click to watch a bunch of women in swimsuits and tight clothing. And the 1st related video was the umbrella girls from MotoGP (Motorcycle racing). I saw somewher else that it was going to show on August 23rd? I hope so becuase I'd like to see it. Yeah, that was interesting ![]() |