Colin M's Posts - Forum - Windrush Triathlon Club2024-03-28T13:26:35ZColin Mhttps://clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/profile/Colhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2530760661?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/profiles/blog/feed?user=1674itafpw5wq&xn_auth=noCross country (XC) is back!tag:clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk,2021-09-19:3279285:BlogPost:2385262021-09-19T10:00:00.000ZColin Mhttps://clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/profile/Col
<p>After a years hiatus, thanks to you know what, the Surrey XC league is back, bigger and better than ever! For those new to the club, XC is a four-race series that pits us against other running and triathlon clubs in South London and Surrey. <br></br> <span>This is a great way to keep up your running throughout the winter. It's sociable, relaxed and you don't need to be a fast runner to take part. The more Windrushers we have, the better we score, so as with all sport, the more the…</span></p>
<p>After a years hiatus, thanks to you know what, the Surrey XC league is back, bigger and better than ever! For those new to the club, XC is a four-race series that pits us against other running and triathlon clubs in South London and Surrey. <br/> <span>This is a great way to keep up your running throughout the winter. It's sociable, relaxed and you don't need to be a fast runner to take part. The more Windrushers we have, the better we score, so as with all sport, the more the merrier.</span></p>
<p><span>The races are run over mixed terrain so trail shoes/spikes are best but, providing conditions aren't too wet and slippery, regular trainers are also fine. Due to the somewhat archaic history of the competition, Ladies and Mens leagues are separated so run at different venues and at different times but normally on the same days. </span><span>In true Windrush style we frequently all end up in the pub back in South London/near Windrush training locations.</span></p>
<p><span>Rules are slightly different between Ladies and Mens competitions. Ladies teams the top 4 runners score so we often field two teams. For the men, the top 10 score so it's important the fellas have a good turnout each week. Scores are based on finishing position so the smaller the score the better.</span></p>
<p><span>There is no cost for runners to compete in this league as Windrush pays to enter the team. As this is an England Athletics event, the league rules require all team members have EA membership. For those not members, you can purchase membership for only £15 <a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Shop/Browse/ViewProduct?id=151" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> and you get the added benefit of going into the London Marathon draw. <br/></span></p>
<p><span>If anyone is a member of another athletics club and their EA membership is with them, you can still run for Windrush in this league as a second claim entrant. We need to register your second claim status before the first race (16/10) so please reach out to either Sara or myself before then.</span></p>
<p>If you have any questions please post below or ask in any of the WhatsApp groups. Otherwise, if you want to take part please<span> </span><strong><em>sign up to the races you can attend listed in MyClubhouse below</em></strong><span> </span>(we need you to do this so we can allocate you a race number). Surrey XC requires us to register your DoB, so by signing up, we will take that as your consent to share these details unless you tell us otherwise. We also have dedicated WhatsApp groups (yes another!) to help coordinate each race. </p>
<p>The below race details are as much as we know about each event at present. Timings are subject to change but we will continue to update this thread and the various MyClubhouse events as more information is made available.</p>
<p>The<span> </span>details for<strong><span> </span><em><span>Ladies</span></em><span> </span>XC</strong><span> </span>are below:</p>
<p>Sat 16th October - Richmond Park - 11am -<span> </span><strong>Sign up</strong> <a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=4366" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a><strong><br/></strong> Sat 13th November - Wimbledon Common - 11am -<span> </span><strong>Sign up </strong><span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=4367" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here<br/></a> <span>Sat 15th January - Mitcham Common - 11am - <strong>Sign up</strong></span><span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=4368" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here<br/></a> Sat 19th February - Effingham Common - 11am - <strong>Sign up </strong><span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=4369" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></p>
<p>To join the<span> </span><strong>Ladies XC Whatsapp</strong><span> </span>group you can click<span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Cms/Spaces/DEFAULT/WhatsApp+Groups" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.<br/> Sara Roberts is coordinating the Ladies XC team so feel free to reach out to her directly if you have any specific questions.</p>
<p>The<span> </span>details for<strong><span> </span><em><span>Mens</span></em><span> </span>XC</strong><span> </span>are below:</p>
<p>Sat 16th October - Epsom Downs - 3pm -<span> </span><strong>Sign up</strong> <a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=4371" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a><strong><br/> Sun</strong> 14th November - Denbies -3pm -<span> </span><strong>Sign up </strong><span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=4372" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here<br/></a> <span>Sat 15th January - Richmond Park -3pm - <strong>Sign up</strong></span><span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=4373" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a><br/> Sat 19th February - Lloyd Park -3pm - <strong>Sign up </strong> <span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=4374" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></span></p>
<p><span>To join the </span><strong>Mens XC Whatsapp</strong><span> group you can click</span><span> </span><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Cms/Spaces/DEFAULT/WhatsApp+Groups" target="_blank">here</a><span>.<br/> Fellas, feel free to message me directly if you need any more details.</span></p>
<p>Can't wait to see you all pounding through the mud!!</p>
<p>Thank you,<br/> Colin & Sara</p>Love triathlon and computers, why not join the committee?tag:clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk,2021-08-16:3279285:BlogPost:2386122021-08-16T13:00:00.000ZColin Mhttps://clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/profile/Col
<p>Hello fellow Windies,</p>
<p>After what will be 4 years of service I have decided to hang up the keyboard and not stand again for the IT Officer role. I've really enjoyed my time in the role and it has been amazing to work alongside such dedicated and enthusiastic individuals while trying to help the club grow from strength to strength. It's a fabulous opportunity to give back to the club and get to know more people than you might do just by training and racing. </p>
<p>Here is a quick low…</p>
<p>Hello fellow Windies,</p>
<p>After what will be 4 years of service I have decided to hang up the keyboard and not stand again for the IT Officer role. I've really enjoyed my time in the role and it has been amazing to work alongside such dedicated and enthusiastic individuals while trying to help the club grow from strength to strength. It's a fabulous opportunity to give back to the club and get to know more people than you might do just by training and racing. </p>
<p>Here is a quick low down of the role:</p>
<p><strong>MyClubhouse management</strong> <br/>Work with other groups in the club (Coaching, membership, kit etc) to keep MyClubhouse up-to-date and working efficiently. Don't worry, there is no software development required, we have full support from the application vendor. The vendor is very responsive and always willing to help if we need to do something that is not obvious.</p>
<p><strong>Forum management</strong> <br/>Hardly takes up much time at all. A little bit of user administration and moderating is all that is required.</p>
<p><strong>Club email</strong> <br/>We use Google Workspace. Understanding how email/dns works would be useful but not essential. I'll ensure all the domains are renewed for many years before I finish up. Basic user admin is all that is required.</p>
<p><strong>Main website</strong> <br/>We use Squarespace as a hosting partner but since that's all setup it is very easy to manage. Just need to help update the content occasionally. </p>
<p>It might sound like a lot but it isn't too arduous. All these systems have been in place for some time so it's really just adding to them as the club evolves. I am partway through writing an instruction manual. Also, I am not leaving the club so will be always available to help with any questions that might come up.</p>
<p>Feel free to WhatsApp me if you have any questions or are interested in the role. I'd be happy very to for a pint with laptop in hand to show anyone around the systems if you think you might be keen.</p>
<p>Cheers!</p>
<p>Colin</p>
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<p></p>Cross country (XC) is back!tag:clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk,2019-08-26:3279285:BlogPost:2198212019-08-26T09:30:00.000ZColin Mhttps://clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/profile/Col
<p>XC Surrey league is back and here to kick away the post-race blues!</p>
<p>This is a great way to keep up your running throughout the winter. It's sociable, relaxed and you don't need to be a fast runner to take part. The more Windrushers we have, the more points we get! We've had a great Windrush turnout in previous years so it would be great to see the same again in the 2019-2020 season.</p>
<p>It is a mixed terrain so trail shoes/spikes are best but, providing conditions aren't too wet…</p>
<p>XC Surrey league is back and here to kick away the post-race blues!</p>
<p>This is a great way to keep up your running throughout the winter. It's sociable, relaxed and you don't need to be a fast runner to take part. The more Windrushers we have, the more points we get! We've had a great Windrush turnout in previous years so it would be great to see the same again in the 2019-2020 season.</p>
<p>It is a mixed terrain so trail shoes/spikes are best but, providing conditions aren't too wet and slippery, regular trainers are also fine. The men's and ladies XC take place on the same dates but at different locations. In true Windrush style we frequently all end up in the pub back in South London/near Windrush training locations.</p>
<p>If you have any questions please post below. Otherwise, if you want to take part please<span> </span><strong><em>sign up to the races you can attend listed in MyClubhouse below</em></strong><span> </span>(we need you to do this so we can allocate you a race number). Surrey XC requires us to register your DoB, so by signng up we will take that as your consent to share theses details unless you tell us otherwise. We also have dedicated WhatsApp groups (yes another!) to help coordinate each race. </p>
<p>Please note not all the details are 100% confirmed. Thus far all dates and mens venues have been finalised. We are still waiting for confirmation on half the ladies venues plus all the times. We will continue to update this thread and the various MyClubhouse events as more information is made available.</p>
<p>The<span> </span>details for<strong><span> </span><em><span>Ladies</span></em><span> </span>XC</strong><span> </span>are below:</p>
<p>12th October - Priory Park - 1pm -<span> </span><strong>Sign up </strong><span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=2257" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></p>
<p>9th November - Mitcham Common - 11am -<span> </span><strong>Sign up </strong><span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=2258" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></p>
<p><span>11th January - Wimbledon Common - 1pm - <strong>Sign up</strong></span> <a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=2259" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></p>
<p>8th February - Richmond Park - 11am - <strong>Sign up </strong><span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=2260" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></p>
<p>To join the<span> </span><strong>Ladies XC Whatsapp</strong><span> </span>group you can click<span> </span><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Cms/Spaces/DEFAULT/WhatsApp+Groups" target="_blank">here.</a></p>
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<p>The<span> </span>details for<strong><span> </span><em><span>Men's</span></em><span> </span>XC</strong><span> </span>are below:</p>
<p>12th October - Richmond Park - <strong>Sign up </strong><span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=2254" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></p>
<p>9th November - Epsom Downs <strong>Sign up</strong> <a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=2255" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></p>
<p>11th January - Oxshott Woods <strong>Sign up</strong> <span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=2252" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></span></p>
<p>8th February - Lloyd Park <span> </span><strong>Sign up </strong><span> </span><a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Events/Calendar/View?id=2253" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></p>
<p>To join the <strong>Mens XC Whatsapp</strong> group you can click<span> </span><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Cms/Spaces/DEFAULT/WhatsApp+Groups" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p>Bring on the XC season!</p>
<p>Thank you</p>
<p>Sarah and Colin</p>2019 Member Card Deliverytag:clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk,2019-01-09:3279285:BlogPost:2168382019-01-09T21:30:41.000ZColin Mhttps://clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/profile/Col
<p>Heya All,</p>
<p>Like last year we're going to be handing over Membership cards at training sessions and Saturday Lido swim. I'll be at the Lido this weekend so come on down and collect your card. Cards are in the process of getting distributed to coaches and Becky will let us know which sessions you'll be able to pick them up from.</p>
<p>Any questions please let me know.</p>
<p>Cheers!</p>
<p>Colin</p>
<p>Heya All,</p>
<p>Like last year we're going to be handing over Membership cards at training sessions and Saturday Lido swim. I'll be at the Lido this weekend so come on down and collect your card. Cards are in the process of getting distributed to coaches and Becky will let us know which sessions you'll be able to pick them up from.</p>
<p>Any questions please let me know.</p>
<p>Cheers!</p>
<p>Colin</p>Windrush 2019 Membership Season Renewal - Final Remindertag:clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk,2018-12-14:3279285:BlogPost:2158452018-12-14T15:30:00.000ZColin Mhttps://clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/profile/Col
<p>Heya Guys & Gals,</p>
<p>By the time this post goes up, you should have received an email from MyClubhouse offering a membership renewal for the 2019 season.<br></br> It's really easy to renew, simply login to MyClubhouse go to <a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Subscriptions/View/MySubscriptions" rel="noopener" target="_blank">My Subscriptions</a>, click 'Accept Offer' then go to your shopping basket and make payment. <br></br> For current Student members, the system automatically…</p>
<p>Heya Guys & Gals,</p>
<p>By the time this post goes up, you should have received an email from MyClubhouse offering a membership renewal for the 2019 season.<br/> It's really easy to renew, simply login to MyClubhouse go to <a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Subscriptions/View/MySubscriptions" target="_blank" rel="noopener">My Subscriptions</a>, click 'Accept Offer' then go to your shopping basket and make payment. <br/> For current Student members, the system automatically migrates you to an Adult membership so please contact me if your membership should remain as Student.</p>
<p>For those who didn't have the chance to read the newsletter here is a reminder about some of the key changes relating to the renewal and early season training. </p>
<p><strong>Today:</strong> MyClubhouse sends an invitation to all current members asking if you would like to renew. Any new joiners will receive a membership starting today finishing at the end of next season.</p>
<p><strong>1st January:</strong> The 2019 season officially starts. Non-renewed members can continue to train using any training tokens you currently hold. It will not be possible to purchase any additional training tokens until you renew your membership.</p>
<p><strong>1st February:</strong> Only current 2019 members will be able to attend training.</p>
<p>Now is also an excellent time to check that your details in MyClubhouse are up to date. Click <a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Profile" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> to take a look at your profile and most importantly <a href="https://myclubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/Forms/Entry/Index?formID=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> to update your In Case of Emergency instructions.</p>
<p>Let me know if you’ve got any questions either by posting below or emailing me: info@windrushtri.co.uk</p>
<p>Cheers!<br/> Colin</p>Windrush & GDPR – Yes, it impacts us tootag:clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk,2018-05-24:3279285:BlogPost:2101802018-05-24T10:30:00.000ZColin Mhttps://clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/profile/Col
<p>No doubt, you are all well aware of the new GDPR legislation that comes into effect tomorrow, 25th May 2018, which updates the rules on how your personal data will be handled and how organisations are able to contact you. The Committee has been working hard to ensure all our platforms and processes operate in accordance with the new legislation.</p>
<p>A new Privacy Policy has been developed and can be viewed here: …</p>
<p>No doubt, you are all well aware of the new GDPR legislation that comes into effect tomorrow, 25th May 2018, which updates the rules on how your personal data will be handled and how organisations are able to contact you. The Committee has been working hard to ensure all our platforms and processes operate in accordance with the new legislation.</p>
<p>A new Privacy Policy has been developed and can be viewed here: <a href="https://windrushtri.co.uk/s/WindrushTriClub_PrivacyPolicy.pdf"></a><a href="https://windrushtri.co.uk/s/WindrushTriClub_PrivacyPolicy.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://windrushtri.co.uk/s/WindrushTriClub_PrivacyPolicy.pdf</a><br/>Updated Terms & Conditions can be found here:<br/> <a href="https://windrushtri.co.uk/terms-conditions" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://windrushtri.co.uk/terms-conditions</a></p>
<p><u>What do I need to do?</u></p>
<p>Shortly, when you login to MyClubhouse you will be asked to read and acknowledge our new Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions and answer questions asking if you want to receive the following types of group communication email from us (More detail about each category can be found in the Privacy Policy):</p>
<ul>
<li>General Interest & Newsletters</li>
<li>Promotions & Third-party Marketing</li>
</ul>
<p><u>Key changes you should be aware of</u></p>
<ul>
<li>Historically the Club has used the Forum to store important Personal Data such as medical history and emergency contact details. Since the implementation of MyClubhouse all Personal Data has been removed from the Forum, the only information remaining is required to authenticate members on the Forum. This information will not be used by the Club for any purpose other than that.</li>
<li>A detailed process surrounding the deletion/anonymising of Personal Data is in the Privacy Policy. Please read it.</li>
</ul>
<p>As always, please let us know about any questions you may have.</p>
<p>Thank you,<br/>The Committee</p>New Website Section - Featured Blogstag:clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk,2017-10-20:3279285:BlogPost:2008562017-10-20T10:00:00.000ZColin Mhttps://clubhouse.windrushtri.co.uk/profile/Col
<p>To help highlight important posts and prevent them from disappearing too quickly off the forum feed, we are trialling a new 'Blogs' section. We will keep these to a minimum as not to distract from the main forum feed.</p>
<p><br/> Any comments or suggestions feel free to PM me directly or comment below.</p>
<p>To help highlight important posts and prevent them from disappearing too quickly off the forum feed, we are trialling a new 'Blogs' section. We will keep these to a minimum as not to distract from the main forum feed.</p>
<p><br/> Any comments or suggestions feel free to PM me directly or comment below.</p>