News

E-Load Sponsorship

We are very excited to announce that E-Load has continued their support of our team - and are stepping things up a notch. Look out for the official BPR trailer at events this year - with product support from E-Load and a resident mechanic - our team will be well looked after at all major events this year.

Valley First Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan - 2012 Coaching Partnership Finalized

We are happy to announce that we are returning as the official coaching partner for the Valley First Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan 2012. With a sell out last year, we are looking forward to supporting another great event in the valley.

High Performance Sessions started for 2011/12

The Vernon crew kicked off the winter of training at Excel Fitness - KinesioMajo out to inflict punishment all night.

BC Bike Race

With a hugh BPR contingent present at BCBR, it was our time to shine on the west coast of BC. The jewel in the crown? Jen Schultz winning the Solo Women category.

GranFondo Axel Merckx Okanagan

This amazing event hosted in Penticton welcomed 2200 riders on an amazing tour through the South Okanagan. With a small team of riders present BPR was well represented at the front of the race.

THE NEXT LEVEL ATHLETE

We are proud to announce that training sessions and the Endurance Education Series will be held at THE NEXT LEVEL ATHLETE in Kelowna. The centrally located gym is state of the art - we look forward to putting people through their paces in this great home over the winter months. Check out http://www.thenextlevelathlete.ca/

Summerland Sprint Tri

Summerland serves as a testing ground for some of BPR's athletes. Nearing the end of the season this race is a flat and fast race that provides a chance to test some ideas leading in to the winter training.

BPR Athlete Mixes it up with the best at Mount Seymour Hill Climb

Joel Johnson shines against the big boys in Vancouver...

BPR Coaches Shine in Osoyoos

All three of the BPR coaching staff were in action at the Desert Half Ironman last week-end.

IMC training camp 2010

285km of riding, 25km of running, 4km of swimming. Not bad for 3 days in Penticton...As these athletes show their grit and endurance over three challenging days, Ironman is clearly in their grasp.

Osoyoos and beyond

While some of the BPR crew spent the week-end training in preparation for Ironman, others put their training to the test at some premier events in B.C. and Alberta.

Wine Capital Tri 2010

The tri guys tackle the first open water swim tri of the season in Oliver, BC. The Wine Capital of Canada Tri by Outback Events is the perfect primer for the Oliver Half in 3 weeks time - the team went down with lofty goals.

Race the Ridge Success for BPR

The team made their way to the coast for the annual Race the Ridge this past weekend.

Top honours go out to Ginny Sellars, who dominated the Cat 3/4 Women - winning the road race and TT, and missing out in a sprint for the crit. Steve Ushy put in a solid effort - crashing in the road race bridging up to the lead group he was able to hang on in the main group to stay in contention. A solid TT and crit put him in 4th for the Cat 3/4 Men. Matt Ewonus was there in support of Steve - with some minor stomach issues, Matt hung in there for 19th Overall! Way to tough it out Matt. Finally - Jen Schulz was racing Cat 1/2 Women - finishing in the pack on the road race - surviving through some difficult times - showing improvement in her TT performance, and hanging in there for the Crit, Jen came in 9th Overall.

Congrats to the cyclists - constant improvements being made!!

BPR Sponsor Makes Big Donation to Haiti

New Balance lends a helping hand in Haiti, with financial support and shoe donations. We are proud to be associated with such a fantastic organization. It is this kind of open support for those in need that helps us feel good about working with Paige Sutherland and the New Balance brand.

Great energy at the Endurance Education Series!

Thirteen motivated athletes joined the Endurance Education Series hosted at iQuest Healthcare and Fitness Centre. In 48 hours they joined in discussions about testing performance and recovery, they teamed up to practice testing, they turned up the heat at a local XC run, and learned to swim like fish.

BPR Athletes Put Forth Strong Showings in Kona

Andrew and Ginny Sellars travelled to the big Island for Ironman World Championships and did the BPR colours proud on race day.

High Performance Team Roster Announced!!!

A very upbeat meeting last Sunday, at BPR headquarters, welcomed some new faces to the BPR High Performance Program. Read the News item below for a list of the team, or go to the Team Roster as we begin updating it with some information on each of tehse great athletes.

Register Now for the Endurance Education Satellite Series

A special offer for athletes from Yellowknife, Whitehorse, Salmon Arm and Calgary is now ready for on-line registration.

BPR High Performance Program - 2010

We are now accepting applications for the BPR-2010 High Performance Program.

BPR Team Sweeps Xterra Alberta!!!

Racing Lean

Andrew and Ginny are starting a new quest to help them reach their goals for Kona 2009. You can follow their progress on the forum under the Nutrition Heading.

Osoyoos Half Ironman

BPR - divided and conquered...

Ironman Coeur D'Alene

BPR athlete performs well at mid-season test event.

K-Town Classic Bike Race

BPR Boys do it again!!!

BPR athletes deliver at Oliver 1/2 Ironman

More than 1200 athletes descended upon the tiny town of Oliver B.C. This event has become Canada's largest 1/2 Ironman event, and it's in our backyard! BPR athletes took advantage of this, and raced really well on home turf.

COBRA Century Ride

BPR put on a dramatic display of strength today. The day can be summarized as perfect weather, a well-organized team, and some super-human efforts.

Women's Kootenay Ride

Twenty One women joined Magic Places Multisport Adventures on a four day bike tour through the Kootenay mountains.

BPR athlete wins 50-54 age group

BPR athlete wins Vancouver Half Marathon M50-54 age group.

Motivation for Running Fast

Watch these You Tube Videos for some running inspiration.

News from Mallorca

A rest day today, is giving the athletes a well-deserved rest, while letting the coaches catch up with some planning and paperwork.

Rage in the Sage 1/2 Iron

BPR athletes Raged in the Sage of Boulder City Nevada. Sean McEvoy placed 5th overall, and Ginny Sellars 2nd Female. Juliann Aitcheson PR'd the challenging bike course.

BPR athlete runs PB in 10K Vancouver Sun Run

Vancouver Sun Run - 10Km race result.

Having Fun in Mallorca

Two days of warm sunny riding in Mallorca is just what the doctor ordered.

Yellowknife Athletes are Tough!

Yellowknife athletes show their true BPR spirit as they face freezing temperatures to meet some of the challenges Ginny has laid out for them.

Joshua Tree Camp

BPR High Performance Team makes preparations for 2009 season in Southern California.

BPR coaches shine in New Zealand

Andrew and Ginny both claimed Kona spots on March 7th at the Bonito Ironman race in Taupo, New Zealand.

Ready for New Zealand

Ginny and Andrew head down under to take on the largest field in New Zealand Ironman history. Over 1400 athletes will toe the line in the 25th edition of this classic event.
Website: http://www.ironman.co.nz/

BPR race results - Ironman New Zealand

Ginny and Andrew had a great race today.

Starting Block 10km

BPR athletes put on a show at the Starting Block 10km in Lavington!