GTN Vs Ironman Lanzarote | Can We Break The Course Record?

We now have three presenters here at the Global Triathlon Network, the perfect number for a triathlon. With this in mind, we headed to the island of Lanzarote for our first epic presenter challenge - attempting to break the Ironman Lanzarote course record!!!
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[@stefanotattifrongia3612]

The fact that 3 athletes can’t beat what one athlete made alone make me think how much was outstanding that record and that performance.

[@NicksStuff]

And three *triathletes* at that!

[@jonathanzappala]

I know you were a world class athlete, but we would have hated you Mark if you ran a 2:47 with no training for your first time haha.

[@shakyawar]

I am a marathon runner and willing to participate in coming triathlon. I have no one around me to motivate and teach the technique. And I've recently came across your channel got subscribed and you guys are truly awesome. This is the best video of yours. Love from India.

[@gtn]

🙌

[@PivotFirearms]

Even though this wasn't the usual kinda GTN video I'm used to, I think it was the best I've seen. Reminded me a lot of something from Top Gear or The Grand Tour. Fantastically entering and some really great camera work. Thoroughly enjoyed every second!

[@alexandergeorgesgretener]

the "lead male" sign got me

[@julen2380]

I didn't like this video, I loved it. Doing an ironman relay with Mark not having run a marathon before, Fraser on a new bike, Heather without any proper swim training for months. What a brilliant, completely bonkers idea that not only was an awesome challenge but also showed so much of your personalities and how they gel as a team. To another year of this kind of awesome! Thanks guys!

[@NathanWeeks01]

I love when you guys (and gal) show us a truly raw experience, intermingled with a very professionally produced piece. It's been a pleasure to watch you grow and mature as a family, and it's been a pleasure to be a part of that family. Keep up the excellent work.

[@brenowade]

This is truly one of the most motivating videos on u tube .Right from the start i was glues well done to everyone even the camera and music crew job well done

[@RizaCadizza]

Appreciate what have you done mark. when you remembered two friends have worked hard so you have to finish it. All of you are amazing

[@travismcgarry]

I loved that you guys did this self supported and not during an actual event...showed the true spirit of IM distance racing...brilliant

[@bwjbrown]

How true for many of us... a start to race for a given position or time falls away and we race for the sheer satisfaction of finishing. Maybe feeling a bit disappointed having not captured a number, but grateful nonetheless to feel alive.

[@miguelsaez340]

Huge thumbs up 👍🏼 loved the Lead Male sign on the assistance bike 😄

[@matthewlupo8851]

Excellent video. Really puts into perspective just how fast these pro times are.

[@remembertodoyourtraining2556]

Great challenge! :D You could do a Team Triathlon at a 70.3 Event and try to break the record there? :D

[@BrunoVasco]

that was beautiful AND inspiring! I think that the biggest thing that made me get into triathlon was those powerful emotions that come with trying to get beyond our limits and often not getting there but still summon the will to keep pushing forward... happy new year everybody! cheers!

[@harewood1988]

Love this, racing with your mates always feels special.

[@robertpollastro5135]

ive watched every video and this is the best one yet

[@mincehogan9508]

respect Mark for grittin youre teeth what a team player..............

[@mustaphab.1190]

Great video guys, after the equipe becoming a trio more top gear-esque tasks are expected

[@69ssj]

Ambitious but rubbish

[@triathleteuk]

top gear ? no thanks

[@aerobrain2001]

My first experiences of triathlon were in relay teams at 70.3 Mallorca. You really can't beat the buzz of working for and with others. Helps you when the enevitable tough periods set in and gives you amazing pride and energy to cheer on your team mates. Awesome video :-)

[@EatMyPropwash]

Awesome video! Loved it! Glad Mark stuck it out and finished the run. Glad to see the “never give up. Never quit” mentality message was delivered.

[@truthfacts57]

Nice to watch while I warm up before my indoor bike session . Good effort, now think of being 30 yrs older and doing all 3 yourself:) . 61 yrs old now, takes more time to recover and much easier to get injured , so training smarter over a longer period of time to peak is a must .

[@squeakycheesers]

Thank you. Love this. Well done for completing and not throwing in the towel. The time nor record doesn’t matter. Would be good to see you try similar team outings at other Ironman, Challenge, or smaller events, varying distances, possibly swapping events around between you. GTN is so good and so motivational, don’t under estimate what you do for us subscribers. We are not worthy. Merry Christmas and all the best for you in 2019. Mark G, Southampton UK.

[@alonsodelapava4094]

Absolutely inspiring video. Thank you so much. Everyone out there doing 5k or marathons, recreative cycling fondos or competitive criterium, ocean-man competitions or just sprint triathlons, whatever it is that you are training for or doing, must watch this video. This video shows the effort, the sacrifice and the sadness and tiredness of training, and the regardless happiness you experience once you cross the finish line.

[@gtn]

Glad you enjoyed! 🙂

[@Sunlight70]

Thanks so much for this video! I did Lanzarote in 2007 and it brought back so many memories; and every IM I did after was, well - not easy, just not Lanzarote :-) Huge respect to you all!

[@will_1536]

what a great idea for a challenge, love it

[@mikedickerson3944]

Can’t believe Mark has never run a marathon. And no way can he DNF after the New Guy kills himself on the 🚴🏼. This video has rightly received lots of praise. You should make this a staple of your content. Maybe once a month. Even 1/2 courses would be good, maybe even better since more people do 1/2s than Fulls. People do these courses-you can show them what to expect. Maybe have a video on a course about a month before the actual race. You can have your product placement. Each presenter gets in a good workout. This is a really informative format with all sorts of upside.

[@sylvaincouturier8191]

Great video ! Perhaps it would be interesting to see how you guys would do after a training program to get prepped for the race! Keep it up , more challenges please !

[@thomasshea4466]

So great! I did triathlon for 10 years and drifted toward cycling because tri felt so solo. The idea of taking on a challenge like this as a team is super motivational. I am going to try to start a team. Thank you so much for this example.

[@xhaust1]

Super cool video... Loved it

[@tuurimunkki]

Great video. Thanks guys! That course is very tough.

[@garybc]

Oh man. Lovely episode! And congrats all around! Proves how difficult triathlon really is... :)

[@rvalentine1000]

Team GTN, much respect for each of you! Your athletic success and teachings have inspired me towards my own goals. Thanks and continued success to you.

[@TobyKennedy]

Oh dear, 'morning Heather' is a grumpy bum bum! Great video guys, really enjoying the 'challenge' videos - you seem to work together well as a presenting team.

[@heatherfell_oly]

Toby, yes well spotted, mornings have never been my thing!

[@docalvin15]

Congratulations guys!!! Great effort and video, Merry Christmas GTN!!!

[@bigtone9480]

Great video 👍👍 wonderful and inspiring to watch,Thanks gtn

[@markankone9362]

I only can say well done and i love to see this side of the team. Merry christmas

[@5376odd]

Why do i feel so emotional watching these lmao Great job guys great content!

[@gtn]

😢 Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chrislsanders]

Nice effort guys! Way to enjoy every step of the adventure 👍

[@McStoolio]

Great video. I’ve ridden a lot on that island and it can be brutal. The hills are bad, the wind is very tough but the wind stops you from feeling the heat and sucks the energy from you. It’s no wonder the guys suffered so much. Well done.

[@diegotnfs]

Great video!!! Awesome team effort! Proud of you GTN Team! Un abrazo from Peru :)

[@simonc8265]

Great concept. Great presentation. Just the inspiration on a very ucky wet Sunday morning.

[@bikeanddogtripsvirtualcycling]

well done on your first marathon. mark. i hope you three are going to train a little harder and attempt this again in a few months

[@travismcgarry]

Very cool, we were cycling and surfing that epic swell while you were there..... great video guys

[@lg.studio]

wonderful video, Such inspirational and emotional at the end. loved every minute of if. Congrats Mark on your first Marathon.

[@nusratkhan8049]

This actually almost made me wanna cry

[@lioneldurrant3789]

Well done everyone. It was a huge mountain to defeat, trying to beat that record. never the less this was great inspiration and Love the format. Looking forward to more challenges like this.

[@bikerdude221]

I must say, this is the best video from GTN... awesome work!

[@ultraextremefit]

I'm very impressed by GTN what a show! Mark is tough.

[@iMattDoStuff]

I'm tearing up. Very inspirational.

[@treadsintrails2159]

Epic! Loved watching this. I was glued all the way though. Well done all 💪🏻

[@nam76]

Great video! Hope for more GTN

[@richardturner6747]

Been a fan since you started - finally something proper exciting from you guys! More to come hopefully... the top gear of tri

[@wanttotri972]

Really enjoyed this video guys, well done!

[@trummscott]

Great video love the challenge and would enjoy some more challenges. Great job.

Thank you guys, great video. You showed dedication and some pain too :-)

[@lyndacartmell4064]

Loved that - well done all of you!

[@travisgraham2906]

What an epic episode! Best one yet. Super inspiring.

[@glennw5645]

Great video guys!! So cool. Would be awesome to see more of these challenge type videos. Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas.

[@atlosass]

That was fantastic!! Great work to the three of you!

[@dbtri95]

Impressive to motivate yourself to do that challenge. Great video 👌

[@nairon182]

Very well done guys. Great video and somehow touching. Make us feel how you love triathlon as much as most of us out here. :)

[@fengluo2956]

fantastic teamwork guys! I'll definitely get my gang and do a 70.3 relay next year!

[@the23rdshadowdragon]

This was so awesome, please do more in future! I also wonder if there is an event with a mixed team relay time that you could aim for?

[@markkelly3020]

3hrs 30 1st marathon not to shabby well done guys great video

[@cojoloco2002]

Great video and a very humbling experience when we compare ourselves to the best triathletes out there.

[@yoavavishai5242]

super cool! you guys are the best!

[@lyndababy]

Great effort by all three of you. Bravo!

[@ariftirtoaji2278]

This video is an absolute gem

[@zedsprocket3673]

Awesome. Best GTN vid ever 👌👌👌🔥🔥🔥

[@petewatson7031]

Great effort guys. So..... Fraser is a frikkin animal!

[@alisontriathlonlover]

Congratulations 👏 what a challenge 😀 Great teamwork 💪

[@Enjoylife4022]

Been watching you guys since day 1 and this has to be your best one yet . Or a close 1st with your Lionel sanders interview . Keep up the good work and merry Xmas x

[@vnj4438]

Greatest video I have seen SO FAR! COngratulations nonetheless 💕

[@TransportNationwide]

This is definitely one of the best videos you guys have done.

[@matejpodlesnik6538]

I just stumbled upon this video.....Good job guys and kudos for your effort.

[@xGshikamaru]

Loving the spirit you guys showed, great job!

[@nusratkhan8049]

You guys are such an inspiration !!!

[@markbakker5214]

You guys are crazy! But also very well done and great video!

[@eugenius1226]

Great video & great effort guys

[@alanjackman5729]

That was fun. I really enjoyed that it felt like the NBC production of kona.

[@dirkburger4326]

You guys are awesome, though in the true spirit of ironman - you are your only real competition. Go back this or next year and BEAT your times!!

[@nightsfalling]

This is a great video from GTN, I think that the way Mark may have been feeling after he knew that the record time was gone is the way I feel on the run after the time I am trying to reach on an Ironman is gone. You really just want to give up. I make myself keep going and I am never disappointed when I finish. This year I am attempting Ironman number 6th and I hope I don't walk on the run. Well done GTN, I really enjoyed this video and seeing all the presenters on the same video since I only seen 2 of you at a time.

[@stevevickery5495]

What a great challenge. You guys have to try that again. Maybe a 70.3 next time though

[@vascofaia6154]

love you three. amazing video. cheers

[@ryanppax]

Loved this! This is the type of content I love on the channel

[@Aponhcet]

IT was awesome to watch, I hope you had fun! now we need GTN vs GTN Fans ;)

[@Alice-ig4wv]

Really great story and it kept me company during some of my Zwift session 👌

[@Frack_Black]

Enjoyed that, fair play GTN.

[@dragoon5444]

Really enjoyed this one, well done guys!

[@TheDomLouis]

Loled during the "sticky bottle" moments. 😀

[@discreetknight]

Great effort, not bad considering you had trafic to contend with unlike a closed circuit with Marshall support & feed stations etc.

[@antonpeterson1245]

Great effort to all of you.

[@Chaosmakerrr]

Great video and great channel. Keep it going!

[@AussieRoos]

Well done Team, love your content, not sure if I would have done a 50km Bike warm up prior to my first Marathon 🤔

[@yuyokk]

Great job, guys!

[@fajerebrahim7575]

really entertaining video! loved the challenge

[@fernandotallie8918]

Best GTN video yet!

[@nusratkhan8049]

Your channel literally changed my life! And triathlon life too hahaha

[@gtn]

Thanks!

[@user-Panbol]

Is it just me or Heather of 6:18 looked like an all different Heather? She looks more ... you know ... ! For sure I found a new perspective on GTN now! Bravo for all you guys... You keep us motivated!