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Thanks for Racing with TriColumbia at the 2013 Columbia Triathlon

  Greetings!

    

Columbia Triathlon 2012 logo Thanks for racing with TriColumbia at the 30th Columbia Triahtlon. We hope you enjoyed the day, and made memories to last a lifetime. Congratulations on a job well done!

 

Official race results and photos are available now on the Columbia Triathlon webpage under "results & photos."

 

Columbia Triathlon finishers have been sent an email invitation to claim their virtual Columbia Triathlon Finisher Badge.  Be sure to claim yours, courtesy of TriColumbia. Badges can be proudly displayed on social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and personal blogs to let everyone know of your accomplishment!

 

In addition, finishers have been sent a link to participate in a post race survey. We are always looking to improve and look forward to hearing from you.  

 

The top 15 finishers in each age group, Clydedales and Athena's (age 39 and under and age 40+), elite amateurs, and paratriathletes will receive invitations soon to compete in the 2013 5150 Hy-Vee U.S. Championship in Des Moines, Iowa. In addition, those finishing in the top 5 in each group will be offered complementary entries. 

 

Celebrate Life! 

  

Kari Ebeling, COO, USAT Certified Level 1 Race Director & The TriColumbia Team 

      

 



Inspiration Was Plentiful at the 2013 Columbia Triathlon

The 2013 Columbia Triathlon was filled with inspiration. Participants and spectators honored TriColumbia's retired founder, Robert Vigorito, for his 30 years of contributions to TriColumbia and to the sport of triathlon, and athletes welcomed him as a first time fellow competitor at this hallmark event which he has nurtured for so many years.

Athletes enjoyed hearing from world class pros, Cameron Dye, Leanda Cave, Bevan Docherty and Meredith Kessler at the Pro Meet & Greet, and competing alongside nearly 40 of the world's best professional triathletes. Cameron Dye defended his 2012 title, while blazing fast, Nicky Samuels of New Zealand smashed the course, bike and run records!

Nearly 2,000 endurance athletes, ages 17 - 76, representing 30 states and 8 countries, participated in the race 

Andy Miyares Two star studded Special Olympics relay teams sponsored by Team Embrace competed. Team Syd  showcased Syd Lea who has raced in 7 countries, is a 7 time Special Olympic World Games Gold Medalist in cycling, and is the 2011 World Champion of the Road and Time Trial for athletes with intellectual disability. Andy Miyares, the swimmer holds 16 World Records for Downe Syndrome Aquatics Athletes and won one gold, two silver and one bronze medal at the 2007 Special Olympics WORLD GAMES in China. Mark Worley, the runner has won more gold medals than anyone can count at Special Olympic Track and Cross Country events, and won the bronze medal at the 2012 World Indoor Rowing Championships.

Charity teams raced to raise awareness and funds to support their causes. Teams competing this year included Team Embrace, Team Fight, Team Inspiration, Team Little Things 4 Cancer, Team WIN-THE-FIght,  Athletes Serving Athletes, and TNT representing the race beneficiary, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Maryland Chapter. Thank you for helping us make a difference in the lives of those in need.


Join Us at Another 2013 TriColumbia Event

There's still time to sign up for another 2013 TriColumbia event. Races still open include: 
  • Celebrating Heroes - June 23rd. Join us at this sprint triathlon as we celebrate and applaud the spirit of the American Hero. TriColumbia salutes the many heroes that make our nation great; from wounded warriors, rescue workers and first responders to everyday unsung heroes who go out of their way to selflessly lend a hand to provide hope and help to those in need. Join the waiting list soon and a slot will be released to you. 
  • TriColumbia Kidz Triathlon - July 21st. Get your kids off the couch this summer to experience a healthy, fit lifestyle in a fun, family-friendly environment.
  • The Iron Girl Rocky Gap Triathlon - September 8th - This sprint triathlon provides a platform for women to challenge themselves to be the best they can be in a pristine mountain setting. Women agree that there's nothing quite as empowering as an Iron Girl event. 
  • The ChesapeakeMan Endurance Festival - September 21st. Taking place in Cambridge, MD, the same venue as TriColumbia's world renown Ironman 70.3 Eagleman Triathlon, this festival offers 7 great events to challenge all ability levels. Events include the Ultra Distance USAT Mid-Atlantic Championship event named by Triathlete Magazine as a "140.6 Best", the Skipjack 75.2, Aquabike, Bugeye Classic International Distance, SwimFest, 10 mile run and a Moonlight Marathon. You wont want to miss this event that takes place amid the beautiful Blackwater Wildlife Refuge when the heat of the summer has faded. 

Announcing TriSpies Mobile App

TriSpies logo TriColumbia is excited to announce TriSpies as our Official Mobile Content Partner. As busy athletes, we know that many of you get news and information from your mobile devices. We've partnered with TriSpies to create the TriColumbia mobile app providing event news, course information including maps and videos, race schedules and information, live race day updates, photos, and results. Through the app you can share content with Friends on Facebook and Twitter, and opt-in to get timely alerts and notifications. Download the app today from the iTunes App Store.

Later this year, TriSpies will be launching their first mobile training app, providing virtual video training on actual race courses. Imagine training on the  EagleMan flats or the Columbia Tri hills on cold, wet, wintery days from the comfort of your home or local gym. TriSpies course videos embedded with GPS data will allow you to do just that!   
Training Opportunities

TriFitness Training spin90 logo TriColumbia is pleased to endorse our training partners, Spin 90 and TriFitness Training, who provide clinics and training programs to prepare and support athletes at all levels for endurance events. Programs are designed to insure athletes participating in endurance events have a positive experience during the preparation stage as well as on race day. From Endurance Camps and Open Water Swim Clinics to Bike Clinics, our training partners are there to help you succeed.

 

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Thanks to Our Sponsors, Community Partners & Volunteers

A HUGE thank you to ALL our 2013 Columbia Triathlon Sponsors, including Gatorade, Hammer Nutrition, Aqua Sphere, Princeton Sports, EnduraFit, Her Mind Magazine, Howard Magazine, Conscious Corner, Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, Rack Jacket, TriSpies, Spin 90 Cyling, TriFitness Training, Brightroom Photo, and MPT. 

Thanks as well to our community supporters and volunteers including Howard County Police, Howard County Fire and Rescue, Howard County Recreation and Parks, Howard County General Hospital, Vison Quest, Columbia Patuxent Rotary, YMCA, US Army, Brigance Brigade, TNT, The Arc of Howard County, Mid Maryland Tri Club, Howard County Explorers, Team Fight, Team Embrace, TLT4C, the Crohn's and Colitis Association of Maryland, who help make the event great!  
 

Our Sponsors

EnduraFit   Gatorade   Hammer Nutrition 

Princeton Sports   Aqua Sphere   Howard Magazine 

Her Mind Magazine   Johns Hopkins Carey Business School   TriSpies 

Conscious Corner   Howard County Parks & Recreation   BodyMason Performance Therapy 

Howard County Tourism   Howard County General Hospital   David\'s Natural Market 

Maryland Public Television   Rackjacket   Brightroom 

Triton Water Rescue   

event_schedule2013 Event Schedule
 
April 28, 2013 - Athleta Iron Girl Columbia 1/2 Marathon & Coed 5K - benefiting Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center - Thanks for racing with us!  Join us next year.
First in the Iron Girl Triple Crown Event Series - Named a "Best Women's Event" by Competitor Mid-Atlantic
Also sponsored by Her Mind Magazine, Mix 106.5 FM, Lisa Hussman Foundation, Howard Magazine, Safeway, and Polar

May 19, 2013 - Columbia Triathlon
- benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Maryland Chapter -
30th year and a 5150 qualifying event

Also sponsored by Conscious Corner, Her Mind Magazine, Howard Magazine, and Johns Hopkins Carey Business School  

 

June 1, 2013 - Rocky Gap Triathlon - Sprint and International distance events offered - benefiting the Cumberland YMCA

 

June 9, 2013 - Ironman 70.3 EagleMan Triathlon & Aquabike  - Registration is CLOSED
**The EagleMan 2013 Aquabike has been named by the USAT Mid Atlantic Regional Committee as the 2013 Regional Championship.
Also sponsored by Heat 106.3 FM, and Johns Hopkins Carey Business School

June 23, 2013 - Celebrating Heroes Triathlon  - REGISTER VIA THE WAITING LIST TODAY AND WE WILL LET YOU IN
Also sponsored by Her Mind Magazine, Howard Magazine and Johns Hopkins Carey Business School

July 21, 2013 - TriColumbia Kidz Triathlon  - Registration is OPEN - GET YOUR KIDS OFF THE COUCH!
Also sponsored by Her Mind Magazine, Maryland Family Magazine, and Road Runner Sports

August 18, 2013 - Athleta Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon - Registration is CLOSED. Options for entry are to join a charity team.
Second event in the Iron Girl Triple Crown Event Series - Named a "Best Women's Event" by Competitor Mid-Atlantic
Also sponsored by Her Mind Magazine, Howard Magazine, Polar, and Johns Hopkins Carey Business School

September 8, 2013 - Iron Girl Rocky Gap Triathlon - Registration is OPEN
Third event in the Iron Girl Triple Crown Event Series
Also sponsored by Her Mind Magazine

September 21, 2013 - ChesapeakeMan Endurance Festival benefiting Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Mid-Atlantic featuring the Ultra Distance Triathlon, Skipjack 75.2 Triathlon, Aquabike & Bugeye Classic (intermediate distance) Newly added events for 2013 are the SwimFest, Moonlight Marathon and ChesapeakeMan 10 miler.

** The ChesapeakeMan Ultra Distance Triathlon has been designated as the 2013 USAT Mid Atlantic Championship and was named by Triathlete Magazine as a "Best 140.6" - Registration is OPEN


 
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