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Hayden Wilde's Fast Track to Taupō | EP 1

An Olympic Medalist. A Taupō native. A 2024 VinFast IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship Qualifier. Hayden Wilde is a rising star in the world of professional Olympic distance triathlon, known for his incredible athleticism and charismatic personality. Born in Taupō, home of IRONMAN in New Zealand and host of the 2024 VinFast IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship, Hayden is a true Kiwi. Now he’s after a spot on the start line at a home World Champs. Starting out in triathlon after being inspired by the 2016 Olympics, Hayden quickly rose through the ranks, with his impressive bike and run ability quickly placing him amongst the world's best, culminating with an Olympic Bronze Medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. With his focus still on the top step of the dais in Paris next year, Hayden’s already got one eye on another prestigious medal – one that he can fight for right at home. With a World Champs in his backyard, the opportunity to step up in distance and compete for a world title is too hard to pass up. We follow Hayden as he toes the start line at the 2023 IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne, racing in only his second-ever IRONMAN 70.3, and his attempt to earn his slot and qualify for 2024. This is his journey to race the world at home. This is Hayden Wilde’s Fast Track to Taupō. #IRONMAN #IM703WorldChamps #AnythingIsPossible

Send it Deep | IRONMAN athlete and disability advocate Kurt Peterson's journey to IMNZ

Kurt Peterson has lived with Cerebral Palsy his whole life, but it’s never stopped him from achieving his dreams. He's always “loved people telling him that he couldn’t do something, and then trying to prove them wrong”. In 2020 when Kurt found himself with more spare time than usual, he decided to set himself some pretty epic goals, including his first ever IRONMAN. His journey to Nutri-Grain IRONMAN New Zealand was not an easy one, and his disability never held him back. Kurt’s #IMNZ finish line is a goal achieved. But with more to tick off, he's not stopping here… IRONMAN New Zealand IRONMAN Oceania GWM Australia 🎥 Kinetic Media

Lucy Bartholomew - There's more to this story - Teaser

“It was like my brain saw the finish line and said; we can finally shut down.” 📺 tune in on Sunday to watch Lucy Bartholomew complete her #IMWA journey from #TrailToTri IRONMAN Oceania GWM Australia IRONMAN in Western Australia IRONMAN 🎥 Wilson Visuals

Lucy Bartholomew - Ready to Tri

Lucy Bartholomew has been waiting for this day since signing up in 2020. Navigating COVID restrictions and health concerns, meant her #IMWA goal had to be postponed… Until now. Arriving in to Western Australia and taking some time to collect her thoughts in preparation for race day, has Lucy feeling immense gratitude and excitement for hers, and the many other athletes she’ll be racing along side. GWM IRONMAN in Western Australia, will see Lucy complete her journey from #TrailToTri. For now; we wait to see what tomorrow brings. IRONMAN Oceania GWM Australia IRONMAN 🎥 Wilson Visuals

Lucy Bartholomew - Ready to Tri, Teaser

For Lucy Bartholomew it’s been a long journey to get to Busselton, and the day is almost here. We cannot wait to share her story to the start line, on the eve of her first ever IRONMAN, and first ever triathlon. IRONMAN Oceania GWM Australia IRONMAN in Western Australia IRONMAN #IMWA #TRAILTOTRI 🎥 Wilson Visuals

Patrik Nilsson on coming back to Busselton

“It’s awesome to be back, I love this place.” Coming off a ‘pretty bad 2022’, Patrik Nilsson - Triathlete is feeling good being back in Busselton for 2022 GWM IRONMAN in Western Australia and is looking forward to race day, followed by down time with family. IRONMAN Oceania IRONMAN #IMWA 🎥 Korupt Vision

Radka Kahlefeldt chasing qualification

“I just want to smash it and hopefully qualify for Kona” Expectations are high ahead of the GWM IRONMAN in Western Australia and Radka Kahlefeldt - Vodickova has her sights set strongly on those top spots. Racing aside, one thing is very clear, and that is Radka’s gratitude to being in this stunning destination. IRONMAN Oceania IRONMAN #IMWA 🎥 Korupt Vision

Steve McKenna on his Busselton goal

"I'm a bit of a nerdy dad to be honest" Coming off the back of a win at GWM IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne the pressure is off a little, but Steve McKenna Professional Triathlete still has his sights set on his main target, 2022 GWM IRONMAN in Western Australia. IRONMAN Oceania IRONMAN #IMWA 🎥 Korupt Vision

Kylie Simpson on coming back to Busso

"Just keep some hay in the barn." After a good run following #Kona, and a few podiums to add to the list, Kylie Simpson is feeling good coming back to defend her 2021 GWM IRONMAN in Western Australia title. IRONMAN Oceania GWM Australia IRONMAN #IMWA 🎥 Korupt Vision

Matt Burton on going Back to Back

"It almost felt like, the narrator had created a story that it was mine to lose." We caught in with Matt Burton before coming back to defend his 2021 GWM IRONMAN in Western Australia title, and what it would mean to go back to back. IRONMAN Oceania GWM Australia IRONMAN #IMWA 🎥 Korupt Vision

Becoming a Triple Crown Legend | Episode 2: Cape to Cape TEASER

With Reef to Reef under his belt, ex-pro World Tour rider Mitch Docker is back to tackle the next race on his journey to become a Triple Crown Legend - heading for the South West of WA at Australia's biggest MTB Stage Race - Cape to Cape! What's in store for Mitch at Cape to Cape? Tune in to the full episode, releasing tomorrow at 9 AM AEDT. #GoodTimesRolling #EpicSeriesMTB #TripleCrownLegend #Seven8

TEASER | Becoming a Triple Crown Legend | Episode 1 - Reef to Reef

This is where the journey begins. From 10+ years in the World Tour peloton to MTB Stage Racing newbie - Mitch Docker is set for a new challenge - to become a MTB Stage Racer. Meeting his riding partner for the first time, Mitch takes the first step in his journey at Reef to Reef in Tropical North Queensland, hitting the trails and learning the ins and outs of becoming a MTBer, with some thrills and spills along the way... Full episode drops 11am AEST 1 October. 🎥 Wilson Visuals #Seven8 #TripleCrownLegend #ReeftoReefMTB #GoodTimesRolling #EpicSeries

Becoming A Triple Crown Legend | Intro

After a career that spanned over a decade in the pro peloton, you'd think Mitch Docker would be one of the most experienced bike riders around. But when it comes to the knobbly tires of a Mountain Bike, and backing up racing over 4 days at a Mountain Bike Stage Race in a pairs racing format, Mitch has a thing or two to learn... Mitch left his professional road cycling career at the end of 2021, and in 2022 will start a new chapter exploring the trails on a different set of wheels. Mitch endeavors to become a Triple Crown Legend by completing all three Australia Epic Series races - Reef to Reef MTB in Tropical North Queensland, Cape to Cape MTB in Margaret River, WA and Port to Port MTB in Hunter Region NSW - back to back. But that's not all... it'll also be his first-ever time racing a MTB Stage Race. Join Mitch as he pursues the illustrious Triple Crown Legends belt buckle and tackles the challenges, thrills and spills, highs and lows and all that comes with the joys of MTB Stage Racing as part of the Australian Epic Series. Episode One coming soon. 🎥 Wilson Visuals #Seven8 #EpicSeries #GoodTimesRolling

Beau Jones | A Journey from Dark to Light - teaser

“It’s just a celebration of what can be achieved if you buy the ticket and take the ride.” Beau Jones is one of those humans who you just want to be around. His mindset and outlook on life is incredibly infections and makes you just want to Bottle It and share in some of that. However for Beau, getting to this place wasn’t an easy road. 📺 Tune in on Thursday 26 May as Beau tells his story of family, PTSD, mental health and his new found love of triathlon. #BecomeOne #AnythingIsPossible #GoWithMore IRONMAN Oceania IRONMAN in Port Macquarie 🎥 Tom Robinson & Silver Quinn Productions

35 Years of IRONMAN Australia

2022 will mark the 35th anniversary of the 4th oldest IRONMAN in the world. IRONMAN in Port Macquarie started from humble beginnings in Forster-Tuncurry, and for 20 years it became one of the most well known and sought after IRONMAN races, globally. In 2006, IRONMAN Australia relocated to its now home, in Port Macquarie, where it remains one of the most popular on the global #IRONMAN calendar. Steeped in a rich history, we take a look back at what the event was, what it's become, and what it means to the many people that begin, or continue their own personal IRONMAN journey. #IMAUS #AnythingIsPossible

The Finish Line - Where dreams come true

Events like the #GWM IRONMAN in Western Australia would not be the same without the incredible support and dedication of the Local Organising Committee. These LOC members work round the clock, not just on race week and race day, but all year round promoting the event, and building on their networks and army of volunteers to help deliver amazing experiences for all athletes and their supporters. Finish Line Managers Peta Fussell and Mat Moulton are extremely passionate Busselton locals who simply love being involved in something so special, that sees people from all walks of life achieve their dreams. 🎥 Foto Di Corse IRONMAN Oceania Western Australia #IMWA GWM HAVAL Australia #GoWithMore

It’s all love between these two stalwarts of mountain biking in @westernaustralia . Stay tuned for our catch up with Jase and Brooksey on the evolution of @capetocapemtb #justanotherdayinwa #goodtimesrolling @margaretrivermountainbiketours

Talking trails at the Reef to Reef

We couldn’t have asked for better weather in #tropicalnorthqueensland for the brand new Reef to Reef MTB event. We made some great new mates while talking cold beers and wicked trails. #thisisqueensland #tiedyebringingbackbrigade #thathandshake 🤦‍♂️ 🎥 Wilson Visuals

Elle Goodall | IRONMAN Ambassador Athlete

When Elle Goodall crossed the finish line at IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns in 2017 she was greeted by her two very happy and very relieved parents Paul and Julie. Happy that they had just seen their daughter accomplish one of her amazing personal goals but more so relieved that they still had their daughter in their lives. For Elle the race was another part of her incredible journey that had seen her rediscover herself and turn her life around, incredibly losing more than 120kg in in the process. Elle’s weight peaked at 184kg and with that came a whole range of health, emotional and lifestyle issues. “Life was incredibly difficult, I couldn’t do anything. I couldn’t tie my own shoes, I couldn’t walk a 100m without having to sit down and have a rest. If I fell over I couldn’t get back up which was very embarrassing. For me back then it was normal, it was embarrassing but it was my life and how I was living.” Over the past three years Elle has totally transformed herself physically through triathlon, from laying on the couch, to Enticer, Sprint, Olympic distance triathlon to the IRONMAN 70.3 and finally IRONMAN Cairns in June 2018. Inspiring others to also believe that “ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE”. All the time, she fostered a dream to one day compete at the IRONMAN World Championship in Hawai`i. A dream that as an IRONMAN Ambassador Athlete is now a reality.

Leigh Chivers | IRONMAN Ambassador Athlete

Leigh Chiver’s journey with wife Sara and sons Hugh and Alfie is a story of intense love, passion, commitment, enormous strength, honouring of life and the desire to fulfil a promise. In 2008, Sara fought and beat brain cancer only to have it return in March 2017. Then only six months later the couple were devastated to learn the unimaginable, that their 18 month old son Alfie was suffering a different yet equally devastating form of brain cancer. Fighting pain and grief and having defied doctor’s predictions for months, in January 2018, at the age of 34, Sara finally lost her battle. Tragically less than six months later, Leigh and Hugh also lost Alfie. “I have tried and lost this battle, brutally, twice. The future I thought I would have doesn’t exist anymore… for a lot of reasons, my future has lost a lot of the meaning and goals I previously used as fuel.,” Leigh said at the time. “I have qualified before at IRONMAN Australia but I couldn’t go because Hugh was sick at the time. That is what this was all about, it was the thing that we were supposed to do, and we were going to do but never got around to. So, going to Hawai`i is about finishing this for both of us.” One of Sara’s greatest wishes was for her husband to compete in the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona, an opportunity Leigh had already qualified for in 2014 but had to forgo. Now as an IRONMAN Ambassador Athlete, Sara’s wish for her husband will come to fruition.

As if taking 4 days driving up to #tropicalnorthqueensland from Wollongong isn’t hard enough. Imagine keeping this helicopter flight a secret from the kids. That’s exactly what Katrina Skellern did after she won a trip for the family from Port Douglas to Wetherby Station for the start of Stage 4 at the 2018 Reef to Reef MTB. Nothing like a cheeky preview of the course before taking to the trails for real! A massive thank you to GBR Helicopters Australia and Experience Co for this amazing experience. #thisisqueensland #goodtimesrolling 📽 Wilson Visuals

Note to self... Don’t leave your microphone around that cheeky Reef to Reef MTB crew. Not a bad Sir David impression though. Hats off 🎩. See you all at Davies Creek tomorrow for Stage 2. Over and out. 🤙 #goodtimesrolling

Tactics & Trails with Brendan and Jon

Just before hitting the trails of the inaugural Reef to Reef MTB event we hung out with Brendan Johnston and Jon Odams to talk tactics, what they’re expectations for the race and test out some of the runs from Stage 1 at Smithfield Mountain Bike Park. #GoodTimesRolling #ThisIsQueensland Hemingway's Brewery FNQ Giant Bicycles Australia Wilson Visuals

#bts from @smithfieldmtbpark with @trekky91 and @jonnyodams Standby for the full edit dropping soon. @reeftoreefmtb #thisisqueensland #mtb @giantbikesaus

When re-hydration is key

Whether you prefer a #MrsWatsons or #DougsCourage, always remember this premium craft beer is 95% water and hydration is key. We spent some down time at Hemingway's Brewery FNQ after a few days tackling the Reef to Reef MTB trails and can’t wait to get back there soon. Such an incredible place to take in the view, have a bite to eat, taste a refreshing ale and spend time with good mates. A huge thank you to the team at Hemingway's Brewery FNQ for having us. Cheers 🍻

Get to the 'Epic'

Cape Epic​ is the gruelling 8-day mountain bike stage race that has quickly become the pinnacle race for mtb riders throughout the world. A week out from the start of the inaugural Reef to Reef MTB​ stage race, where 10 coveted guaranteed entries for Cape Epic are up for grabs - Seven8 caught up with IRONMAN Oceania​ Managing Director Dave Beeche and team mate Will Turner – who managed to make it to the end of the ‘epic’ earlier this year.

A journey of self-discovery and challenge as a Tony Jackson Scholar

Following the first of two announcements for the Tony Jackson Scholarship the team from IRONMAN New Zealand arrived on the doorstep (quite literally) of the second scholars workplace in Dunedin. A family-man dedicated to serving and assisting the community, a Paramedic both on the ground and in the air, a part of Surf Life Saving New Zealand and an Ambassador for the Key to Life Trust. Scott Weatherall can now add the Tony Jackson Scholarship recipient to his list of achievements. #Seven8 was honoured to tag along with the friends, workmates, an extremely proud family and a personal video message from Verna Cook-Jackson, Tony’s wife, letting him know that she was honoured to award Scott the position of a Tony Jackson Scholar for #IMNZ in 2019. Scott has a well-established passion for his work in the area of mental health and suicide prevention and the team at IRONMAN New Zealand believe #IMNZ will provide a great platform to further that great work. Scott loves and shares Tony Jackson’s philosophy of ‘nothing is impossible…to the willing mind’’ and looks forward to representing both Tony and the Key to Life Trust, proudly raising awareness of mental health and suicide prevention through a personal journey of self-discovery and challenge.

The ‘Sheriff of Koutu’ a Tony Jackson Scholar

The Tony Jackson Scholarship was created in memory of Tony Jackson, an IRONMAN New Zealand 28 time finisher and Hall of Fame member. The annual scholarship offers a deserving athlete an IRONMAN New Zealand event package (including entry), to enable them to participant in IRONMAN New Zealand. The scholarship is set up to support athletes that without this support may not be able to participate in the IRONMAN New Zealand event. This year IRONMAN New Zealand are awarding two scholars and #Seven8 were fortunate to go along as we suprised the deserving recipients. Here we would like to introduce the first of two; Josh Te Kowahi (the ‘Sheriff of Koutu’). He’s a father, businessman, former New Zealand representative in rugby and boxing, triathlete, volunteer and a personal trainer. After a serious car accident in 2004 that left Josh with all the bones in his ankles broken, both knees shattered, a smashed jaw and all his teeth and broke both wrists and arms. He was told by doctors he would never walk, play sports and would need to look at a new career. His partner Tairi describes him as “a mentor and inspiration to all those who cross his path. He realises the potential in everybody, focusses on the positives to help them smash personal goals.” Tony Jackson’s motto in life was ‘Nothing is impossible…to the willing in mind’ and Josh certainly embodies this and more. Congratulations to the ‘Sheriff of Koutu’, Josh Te Kowahi.

Blackchrome, Style and Cycling go hand in hand.

Looking the part is key in the world of cycling and the crew from Blackchrome Cycling have it bang on point. We caught up with General Manager and all round good guy, Travis Eddie, to talk about Velothon Sunshine Coast, their customisable kits and the good looking roosters hanging out in the clubhouse.

It's all about the vibe.

In summing up; it's the banter. It's Obi Obi. It's the vibe. No that's it, it's just the vibe... We had a great weekend at the Velothon Sunshine Coast, meeting loads of great people sharing in some stories, having a laugh and checking out a few war wounds. A fantastic few days of riding on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. 🎥 Onthedayfilms