Jon Pettingill - June 9, 2010

I am more than happy to advocate the advantages of CompuTrainer having used the trainer in a number of races and as a major tool in 2003 during my build up to Kona. What amazed me was the resemblance of my training prep to my race split being within a minute of the CompuTrainer time in Kona and again in Ironman OZ 2004  During my prep for Ironman Australia in 2005 , my last race before our twin children were born, I again used the CompuTrainer in my preparation and once again I was surprised by the accuracy of the simulated training (i.e. in training I rode 5:01 on the compy and on race day I rode 4:59 very comfortably.)

I returned to racing in March of this year with a fairly ambitious plan of 12 week prep into Ironman NZ to qualify for Kona with limited time available due to family life. Mission accomplished!  Kona 2010 now gives me the opportunity to test myself at against the best athletes in the world!

I am ready for the next 18 weeks of training and feel confident that I have the right training tool in CompuTrainer to produce a PB on the Big Island. I have no hesitation in recommending CompuTrainer to athletes who want the best return for their time invested in training. Our children are now four and maximising my time is of key importance to ensure the balance of family, work and social commitments. As a family, we are looking forward to the race and the nice break holidaying in Hawaii and the States after the race.

For some context around why I rate CompuTrainer see the short list below of the results achieved while using CompuTrainer.  State Age Group Duathlon Champion and a number of 2nd place finishes in age group at the Busselton Half Ironman. Additionally I was fortunate enough to win a WA Classic Cycling race being the Collie To Donnybrook during my Ironman Prep, I also represented Perth Western Australia in the Tour Of South China.


 

2003 Tirathlon World Championship Kona

Once again thanks for your help!

Regards,

Jon Pettingill