Month: December 2022

Long-time triathlete challenges herself to take on the Busselton AquaBike in 2023!

Robyn Richmond competed in her first Busselton Triathlon in 2004, having discovered her passion for the sport accidentally.

“I started swimming in the mornings to improve my health, and I got chatting to some ladies who asked me to join their squad,” said Robyn.

“That group was the precursor for EFS Triathlon and Multisport Club, so after swimming with them for a while I grabbed my brothers bike out of storage and started cycling and running too!”

After supporting her friends as a spectator at the 2003 Busselton event, Robyn decided to try her own hand at racing and has been a semi-regular competitor ever since. Over the nearly 20 years she has been involved in triathlon, Robyn has completed team triathlons, individual triathlons and continues to support her mates as a spectator when not racing.

During the pandemic, when racing opportunities were few and far between, Robyn and her squad mates decided to do a virtual Busselton Triathlon. Over the span of a week, teams and individuals completed the equivalent of all three legs. Robyn says it was a great way to stay motivated and maintain connect with her club.

After taking a few years off from the Busselton event, Robyn will be competing in the Busselton AquaBike in 2023.

“I did think my long distance Triathlon days were behind me but I went along to the 2022 event to support a cycling friend who was doing the Busselton 100. The atmosphere was contagious and when I heard there was a new event [AquaBike] I decided to sign up!” said Robyn.

“What I love about triathlon is that even though it’s an individual sport, everyone I have ever met is so encouraging and supportive. I’ve made some great, long lasting friendships through the sport,” she said.

“I’m looking forward to being part of the weekend, encouraging other friends who are doing it; and sharing the experience. I think of myself as a participant rather than a competitor; I’m not likely to win but I love being part of it and having a goal to work towards.”

Feeling inspired? Entries to the SunSmart Busselton 100 and AquaBike are open. Challenge yourself today.

A father, son and friend team will be taking on the 2023 SunSmart Busselton 100!

The Mo-Town Men team were formed in mid-2022 over a few beers at the Morawa Country Football Club, 350km North East of Perth. The team is made up of local legend Milton Milloy, his son Richard Milloy, and friend Shane Major.

All three members had been involved in the WA Country Football League for many years before trying their hand at endurance sports.

Shane is an avid cyclist, having completed the West Cycle 3 Dams Challenge an impressive three times, the Kalamunda 100 twice, and the MSWA Great Ocean Ride and Back Roads Gravel race once.

Rich is an experienced swimmer and long course triathlete. He has completed the Rottnest Channel Swim as a soloist, in a duo, and as a paddler several times. Rich is a three time Busselton IRONMAN 70.3 finisher, and has also completed both the Sunshine Coast IM 70.3 and Cairns IRONMAN.

Milton has unfortunately grappled with a range of health conditions over the past 15 years, including bowel cancer, a triple bypass after a heart attack, and several joint replacements. This didn’t stop him, and spurred on by his son Rich and granddaughter Emi, Milton has completed the Busselton Jetty Swim twice.

Competing in endurance events has become a tradition for the Milloy family, and Rich says they are excited to tackle the SunSmart Busselton 100 next.

“My dad, my daughter, and I race in the [Busselton] Jetty Swim every year,” said Rich

“We’ve chosen the challenge of the Busso 100 this season because I wanted my Dad to experience the thrill and atmosphere of a long-distance tri event. Plus the opportunity to compete alongside my old school friend Shane was too good to say no to!

“We’re all most looking forward to inspiring our children & grandchildren (for Milton) as well as family and friends. We want to prove that when you apply yourself to something, it’s absolutely achievable,” said Rich.

Feeling inspired? Entries to the SunSmart Busselton 100 are open. Challenge yourself today.