Name:
George Vale
2010 Team Captain
Hometown:
North Royalton, OH
2010 Races:
Ford Ironman Lake Placid, Ford Ironman Louisvlle, Steelhead 70.3, Rev 3 Cedar Point, Ford Ironman Arizona, Rohto Ironman Florida 70.3.
2010 Goals: To swim, bike and run faster than I did last season.
Who are the athletes that inspire you the most?
My two daughters! They are tearing it up at the youth triathlon events. Plus all my TriBike Transport teammates, you guys are freaks!
2010 Races:
P.F. Changs RnR Marathon, Kaiser Half Marathon, Rohto Ironman CA 70.3, Boston Marathon, Wildflower OLY or Escape from Alcatraz, Rohto Ironman Florida 70.3, Alcatraz Challenge Swim, Rohto Ironman Hawaii 70.3, Silicon Valley Tri, Vineman 70.3, Catfish Swim, Folsom OLY, ITU Short Course TriWorlds, Age Group Nationals, Ford IMWC Kona, Metro Silicon Valley Half Marathon, Foster Grant IMWC 70.3
2010 Goals:
My goals this year are to improve my ironman distance times and get on the podium at the ITU Short Course World Championship in Budapest and at IM 70.3 Championship race in Clearwater, FL. I would also like to race to a new PB at IM Hawaii.
What has been your most embarrassing moment while racing?
Most embarrassing was missing my wave start at Vineman IM 70.3 because I was in the porta potty! As I was walking down to the water’s edge after doing my business. I realized that gun I had heard a few minutes ago was my wave start! As the crowd watched my startled reaction, I hurriedly pulled up my wetsuit and managed to create a large 9 tear in the suit … at the waist. It was frustrating and embarrassing to say the least.
Name:
Sami Winter Hometown:
Wrightsville Beach, NC
2010 Races:
USAT Duathlon Nationals, Ford Ironman St. George, White Lake Sprint, Over the Mountain, Assault on Mt. Mitchell Century, Mountains of Misery Century, Mountain Madness Century, Vineman 70.3, Ford Ironman Louisville, The Nation’s Triathlon, Savageman, Halfmax National Championships, Tripple T in NC, Ironman Miami 70.3, NYC Marathon.
2010 Goals:
My target goals are to continue to improve my swim and become more confident in the water. While I am a confident runner, I would like to be a much better runner off the bike and that involves tweaking my nutrition. I would also love to ‘get my name on that brick’ at Savageman, the toughest triathlon out there!
How do you get pumped up before a big race?
I listen to “ More than A Feeling” by Boston. This generally does the trick. I believe in the power of music. Two great back-ups are ‘Mountains’ by Lonestar and ‘Stand’ by Rascal Flatts.
TriBike Transport Partner Bike Shop
Bike Cycles-Wilmington, NC www.bikecycleshop.com
Name:
Staffan Westerberg Hometown:
Mountain View, CA
2010 Races:
Rohto Ironman California 70.3, Wildflower Half or Ford Ironman St. George, Auburn Triathlon Half, Rohto Ironman Hawaii 70.3, Silicon Valley Int’l Tri, Ford Ironman CDA, Vineman 70.3, Pac Grove Triathlon, Santa Cruz Triathlon, Ford IMWC-Kona, Foster Grant IMWC 70.3
2010 Goals:
To continue to improve my times on the Ironman and Half Ironman distances. Any podium finishes that come out of that is icing on the cake.
Who are the athletes that inspire you the most?
I started triathlon after watching Rick and Dick Hoyt on TV. They have a true commitment to the sport and to each other.
What is your favorite post-race meal?
Anything I can get my hands on! I do like Thai food as a favorite Pre-race meal.
TriBike Transport Partner Bike Shop:
Front of the Pack-Palo Alto, CA www.frontofthepack.com
Name:
Keish Doi Hometown:
Cupertino, CA
2010 Races:
Ford Ironman St. George, Rohto Ironman Florida 70.3, Rohto Ironman Hawaii 70.3, Vineman 70.3, Ford Ironman Louisville, USAT Age Group Nationals, Ford IMWC-Kona, Foster Grant IMWC 70.3, Ford Ironman Arizona, Ironman Asia-Pacific 70.3.
2010 Goals:
My goal for 2010 is to keep improving in my 6th consecutive Ironman Hawaii triathlon with a top 5 finish in my age group.
Who are the athletes or people who inspire you the most?
Athletes who overcome adversity and difficult challenges to accomplish nearly impossible feats inspire me the most. Two examples are Sarah Reinertsen and Jon Blais.
2010 Races:
Boulder Half Marathon, Rohto Ironman California 70.3, Ford Ironman St. George, Rohto Ironman Hawaii 70.3 , Boulder Sprint, Boulder Peak, Boulder 70.3, Halfmax ITU AG Nationals, Ford Ironman Arizona, Breckenridge Trail Running Series, Ride the Rockies.
2010 Goals:
My goals for 2010 are to have an Ironman PR in Ironman Arizona and to qualify for ITU National Championships for 2010 and World Championships for 2011.
What is your favorite time of day to train and why?
Afternoon, I live at 10,000 feet above elevation. It is way too cold in the morning.
Who are the athletes or people who inspire you?
On a professional level, Chrissie Wellington. She is so dominant yet so accessible at an event. On a family level, my sister and mother who are both cancer survivors as well as my children who carry on despite losing their Mom in the 9/11 WTC attack. They are truly heroes. Finally, I am inspired by anyone who sets their sites on a dream and sees it through to completion.
2010 Races:
Horsetooth Half Marathon, Colfax Half Marathon, Metro Broker’s Sprint,
Elephant Rock Ride, Boise 70.3, Loveland Lake to Lake, Vineman 70.3, Rattlesnake Triathlon, Harvest Moon Half Iron distance, Ford IMWC-Kona, Foster Grant IMWC 70.3.
2010 Goals:
I would like to place top 10 in Kona and place top 3 in my AG in all my 70.3 races.
Who are the athletes or people who inspire you?
Eric Weihenmeyer---the blind man who summitted Mt Everest, Rudy Tollason- the young kid who finished AZ and did Kona last year…my kids inspire me to keep on going and my coach has always inspired me because of his strong belief in my abilities.
TriBike Transport Partner Bike Shop:
Big Ring Cylces-Golden, CO www.bigringcycles.com
Name:
Jennifer Peters
2010 Team Captain
Hometown:
Chicago, IL
2010 Races:
Rohto Ironman Florida 70.3, High Cliff Triathlon, Ironman Racine 70.3, Bang’s Lake Multisport Festival, Subaru Ironman Canada.
2010 Goals:
Nail my nutrition during training and in races, Stay healthy and Avoid hitting the snooze button so my morning workouts aren’t cut short!
How did you get into the sport of triathlon?
I was active in almost every sport under the sun throughout my childhood, primarily swimming. As an undergraduate, I competed for the University of Illinois swimming team. After college, I discovered running and have completed multiple marathons. But after watching friends race the 2005 Chicago Triathlon, I bought a bike and have been hooked on tri’s since!
2010 Races:
Boston 16 Miler, Cape Classic, Stu’s 30k, Rohto Ironman Florida 70.3, Rev 3 OLY, Ford Ironman CDA, Beach to Beacon 10k, Timberman Half Ironman, CELT Sprint Tri, Bay State Marathon, Foster Grant IMWC 70.3
2010 Goals: I hope to PR at the Half Ironman distance and I hope to qualify for the Ford IMWC while racing IM CDA.
What is your favorite time of day to train and why?
I like to train in the early morning. It is hard to get up but the morning is the most peaceful time. There is nothing like watching the sunrise as you run, ride or swim.
TriBike Transport Partner Bike Shop:
Fast Splits Multisport in Newton, MA www.fastsplits.com
Name:
Tony Troccoli Hometown:
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
2010 Races:
Southern Cal Half Marathon, Surf City Half Marathon, Carlsbad Marathon, Palms Spring Marathon, Pasadena Marathon, Desert Triathlon, Ford Ironman St. George, San Diego Marathon, Vineman 70.3 or Ford Ironman Louisville, Soma Half or Magic Mountain Man.
2010 Goals:
I have done 15+ Ironman races and coached others. My goal is to ensure others are well prepared and make their Ironman experiences successful and enjoyable.
What has been your proudest moment while racing triathlons?
My proudest moment was standing on the podium at Wildflower holding the first place in my AG plaque.
What is your favorite post-race meal?
Angel hair pasta with chicken! Yummmmm!
TriBike Transport Partner Bike Shop
Edge Cycle Sport-Laguna Woods, CA www.edgecyclesports.net
Name:
Scott Alexander Hometown:
Dallas, TX
2010 Races:
Texas Motor Speedway Duathlon, New Orleans 70.3, Lonestar 70.3, Tour of California Cycling Camp, Capital of Texas OLY, Vineman 70.3, River Cities Sprint Tri, US Open OLY, Longhorn 70.3, NYC Marathon. (Hopefully Kona as well)
2010 Goals:
Personal Records (PRs) at every distance, especially at previously-competed events. This year specifically, I’m going for a sub-5:30 Half Ironman and a sub-2:30 Olympic distance.
What is the best part about competing in triathlons?
The physical fitness involved with training and racing, and the mental concentration it takes to complete an event. Time management skills are a must with a full-time job too, and those especially have carried over into my non-tri life.
What is your favorite post-race meal?
Chipotle Chicken Burrito with all the fixings!
TriBike Transport Partner Bike Shop
Richardson Bike Mart-Dallas, TX www.bikemart.com
Name:
Robert Morales Hometown:
Helotes, Texas
2010 Races:
Rohto Ironman California 70.3, Ironman Galveston 70.3, Ironman Buffalo Springs 70.3, Ford Ironman Louisville, Austin 70.3, Ford Ironman Florida.
2010 Goals:
My goals for 2010 are to continue to improve on my racing skills, balance my Family and work in an effort to eventual qualify for Kona
How do you get pumped before a big race?
Focus by listening to motivating music (It’s all about “Eye of the Tiger”)
What’s your favorite time of day to train and why?
My favorite time to train is at the crack of dawn when most people are still asleep because it helps me balance my family as well as it energizes my day and it’s a peaceful time of day.
TriBike Transport Partner Bike Shop:
Tri-Sition Area- San Antonio, TX www.trisitionarea.com
Name:
Andrew Rosenman Hometown:
Chicago, IL
2010 Races:
Ford Ironman CDA, Ironman Racine 70.3, Subaru Ironman Canada, Rohto Ironman Florida 70.3, Ford Ironman Arizona, Escape from Alcatraz, Ford Ironman Florida.
2010 Goals:
Most importantly, I want to have fun at all of my races. I also would like to break 11 hours at my Ironman events and do a sub-5 Half Ironman.
What is the best part of competing in triathlons?
I love the physical and mental challenges of preparing for and racing Ironman. I also love seeing my friends at the races.
How do you get pumped before a big race?
Music by AC/DC usually does the trick.
TriBike Transport Partner Bike Shop:
Trek Bicycle Store-Highland Park, IL www.mytrekstore.com
Name:
Tim Ritt Hometown:
Chesterland, OH
2010 Races:
Wildflower Half Ironman, Ford Ironman Lake Placid, Ford Ironman Louisville, Rev3 Cedar Point Full, Ford Ironman Florida.
2010 Goals:
My goal is that I am going to race at least 4 Ironman’s this year and I want to get into the lower half of 11hours.
What is your favorite time of day to train and why?
I train a lot in the morning because I have three kids. I like to up and done with workouts before they are even awake some days. I like the quietness of morning runs and bike.
What is your proudest moment while racing?
When I finished Ironman Wisconsin a week after finishing Ironman Louisville in 2008. I was actually 20 minutes faster in Wisconsin.
TriBike Transport Partner Bike Shop:
Bike Authority-Cleveland, OH www.bikeauthority.com
Name:
Kellen Hood Hometown:
Austin, Texas
2010 Races: Austin Half Marathon, Ochsner Ironman 70.3 New Orleans, Rookie Tri Sprint, Cape Tex Oly, Couples Tri Sprint, Jacks Generic Tri Sprint, AVIA Austin Tri Oly, Longhorn Ironman 70.3 Austin, Ford Ironman Arizona.
2010 Goals: I want to qualify for the 70.3 IMWC 70.3 as well as beat my race times in all previous races last season.
How did you get started in the sport of triathlon?
I needed a new challenge after running a few marathons. I realized I had an extensive running and swimming background, the only thing I was missing was cycling. I picked up on the sport fast and finished 3rd in my division and 13 overall at the Lonestar Triathlon in Galveston this past year. It was my first race ever, and needless to say, I was hooked.
TriBike Transport Partner Bike Shop:
Jack & Adams Bicycles – Austin, Tx www.jackandadams.com
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