O’Donnell, Butterfield Battle Inaugural IM Brazil Course The inaugural IRONMAN Brazil lured in quite a lineup of competitors this past weekend in both the men’s and women’s race. Colorado was well represented on the men’s side with Tim O’Donnell, Tyler Butterfield, Paul “Barney” Matthews, and Kyle Buckingham bringing their talents to the starting line. O’Donnell and … [Read more...] about Athletes at Altitude: Racing Highlights from Brazil, Raleigh, Boulder and More
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Athletes at Altitude: Pros Geaux Big in the Bayou
Potts too Hot to Handle in N'awlins There were no gators nipping at Andy Potts' heels at IRONMAN 70.3 New Orleans, but Colorado Springs resident Matt Chrabot sure was. Despite a fast charging Chrabot, Potts held on by 41 seconds to claim the win. Once again, Potts showed his ability to string together a symphony of swimming, biking and running to stay in the front … [Read more...] about Athletes at Altitude: Pros Geaux Big in the Bayou
Athletes at Altitude: Colorado Pros Hit the Races
Don Dominates in Monterrey It was a fast and furious day at IRONMAN 70.3 Monterrey and leading the charge for most of the way was Boulderite Tim Don. Don, who finished third in the 2014 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships, showed up with his quick swim and bike and absolutely blazing run speed. On this day, Don did not have to come behind to take the win on the run, but turned in … [Read more...] about Athletes at Altitude: Colorado Pros Hit the Races
Athletes at Altitude Updates
Go Team Go Back in early January in Luxor, Egypt, the Alameda o.n. Triathlon Team was launched and its most popular member is former 70.3 and IRONMAN World Champion Leanda Cave. Cave, who has a house in Boulder and who trains in Colorado a good portion of the year, is a pro we will always claim as a Coloradan! The team website states that its goal “is to help support … [Read more...] about Athletes at Altitude Updates
Athletes at Altitude: Colorado Pros Travel to Train
Colorado has so much to offer for triathlon training. There are very few places around that mix altitude, mountains for climbing, a climate that allows for intensity, and not to mention the spectacular views. Although it is not a secret that many pros are moving to Colorado for the training benefits, many of them choose to travel to training camps to escape a little portion of … [Read more...] about Athletes at Altitude: Colorado Pros Travel to Train