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September 14th, 2009 - Austin Tri Recycles 90% of all trash
The Austin Triathlon was able to recycle 90% of all the trash generated at the event. Many thanks to all of the event staff and volunteers who made this possible.
The Austin Triathlon has planned carefully to reduce the amount waste created at this event. Food items are designed to be hand held, requiring very little serving dishes or plates and all beverages are served in recylable containers. In addition, The Austin Triathlon is one of the first events in Austin to removed bottled water from the event. Instead of plastic bottled water, each participant received a souvenier reusable bike bottle filled with City of Austin water. Participants could re-fill the bottle at one of the many water moster stations.
Check out our recycling report for the facts.
September 7th, 2009 - Cunningham, Ficker win AVIA Austin Triathlon
Austin, TX – Local professional triathletes Richie Cunningham and Desiree Ficker win the 3rd annual AVIA Austin Triathlon.
Richie Cunningham dominated the event by leading right from the gun. Andrew Yoder mounted an early charge on the bike but was forced to drop due to illness. Cunningham cruised through the 10 kilometer run to win by a margin of 3 minutes. James Cotter and James Bales grabbed second and third place, respectively.
Desiree Ficker and Kelly Handel treated everyone to a show with a competitive race throughout. Ficker used a strong bike and run to overcome the deficit to Handel after the swim. Terra Castro rounded out the podium to make it a trio of Austin women.
2000 participants and thousands of spectators enjoyed the beautiful weather and Austin’s hospitality. All were welcome at the renowned post race carnival.
The Austin Triathlon is annually held on Labor Day in the heart of downtown Austin. High Five Events is proud to partner with AVIA and Jack & Adam’s Bicycles to produce this event. Visit www.theaustintriathlon.com for more information.
Men:
- Richie Cunningham 1:53:26
- James Cotter 1:56:29
- James Bales 1:57:55
- Derek Yorek 1:58:22
- Paul Terranova 2:00:09
- Joe Thorne 2:01:27
- Derick Williamson 2:03:14
- Lon Breitenbach 2:04:17
- Todde Withycombe 2:04:24
- Dion Harrison 2:05:18
Women:
- Desiree Ficker 2:06:21
- Kelly Handel 2:06:52
- Terra Castro 2:10:01
- Mina Pizzini 2:11:12
- Tracy Robertson 2:11:19
- Sierra Snyder 2:11:57
- Jolene Wilkinson 2:15:36
- Natasha Van Der Merwe 2:18:34
- D’Ann Arthur 2:19:06
- Lianne Evans 2:19:15
About High Five Events
High Five Events is a multi-sport event production company and the official race director for Jack & Adam’s Bicycles events. High Five Events produces many of the largest triathlons in Texas, including The Austin Triathlon and the Texas Tri Series, and provides event management consulting and equipment leasing services to over 30 events per year. www.highfiveevents.com
About Jack and Adam’s Bicycles
Located in Austin, TX, Jack and Adam’s Bicycles is a complete triathlon and road cycling store. Founded in 2004, it has been voted Best Triathlon Store in Texas every year since its inception. The store is renowned for its friendly service, incredible product support, and community involvement. www.jackandadams.com
About American Sporting Goods
AVIA is a leading supporter of the sport of triathlon. It’s sponsorships include the AVIA Wildflower Triathlon and an entire team of professional triathletes including Kenny Souza, Scott Tinley, Conrad Stoltz, Eduardo Sturla, Heather Wurtele, Trevor Wurtele, Tyler Stewart, Amanda Felder, Angela Naeth, Alexis Smith, Steven Sexton, Wendy Mader, and Pip Taylor. Please visit www.avia.com. American Sporting Goods (ASG) is a manufacturer of performance athletic footwear and apparel based in Aliso Viejo, Calif. Brands under the ASG umbrella include AVIA, And 1, rykä, Nevados, Yukon, NSS, APEX, Turntec and Triple Five Soul.
August 25, 2009 - Shawn Colvin to sign Nation Anthem
For the third year in a row, The AVIA Austin Triathlon is once again blessed to have multiple grammy award winner, Austinite, and triathlete Shawn Colvin singing the National Anthem. Shawn is in town while taking a break from touring and promoting her new alblum, Shawn Colvin Live!, and we are lucky to have her start our day.
August 10, 2009 - lululemon Yoga for Triathletes
 Sunday, September 6th at 11 AM - Hyatt Regency Hotel (same as the Expo)
Get race ready with a Yoga for Triathletes stretch provided by lululemon athletica. Stretch those hammies, loosen up that IT band and sharpen your mental focus to prepare for race day. So do one thing a day that scares you...besides descending Tumbleweed Hill on your bike. A good stretch increases your range of motion and helps prevent injury! Don't forget your water bottle (hydrate, hydrate!) and yoga mat (we'll have extra ones too). See you there.
August 5, 2009 - Mysterious Ways Band to headline finish line carnival
 Mysterious Ways Band - America's U2 Tribute Band - will be leading the celebrations at the AVIA Austin Triathlon finish line carnival. Determined to be a tribute band that delivers, Mysterious Ways puts on a show - a concert - bringing the U2 arena concert experience to the smaller venues. Mysterious Ways leaves the crowds they have played to begging for more , feeling as if they, in fact, just saw U2. Check them out at www.mysteriouswaysband.com.
January 22, 2009 - Austin Tri Best in Texas
 Competitor Texas magazine has announce The Austin Triathlon as the best triathlon in Texas for 2008. "No longer “the other” triathlon in downtown Austin, the Austin Triathlon (Labor Day Weekend) has become a favorite of Austin triathletes and those from around the state."
January 5, 2009 - Participate with Team LIVESTRONG
 Sign up for the Austin Tri, participate with Team LIVESTRONG, and raise money for the Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) and the fight against cancer. The LAF is an official partner of The Austin Triathlon. Reserved spots are available at the early registration rate for Team LIVESTRONG. Team members will race in LAF gear and have access to their own personal webpage as well fundraising tools and sample materials online, all of which will help make meeting the fundraising goal easy so they can concentrate on the real challenge - training for the tri. Click here for more info and applications.
December 4, 2008 - AVIA named Presenting Sponsor
 Austin, TX -- High Five Events and Jack & Adam's Bicycles are proud to announce AVIA, the leader in endurance sports training products, as the official running shoe partner and presenting sponsor of The Austin Triathlon.
2009 will mark the 3rd edition of The Austin Triathlon and the event is expected to cap at over 2000 athletes. The event is held on the front yard of Austin’s renowned Town Lake Hike and Bike trail, and the bike and run course feature challenging and very spectator friendly loops through historic and eclectic downtown Austin. The event features Olympic and Sprint distance triathlons, and has earned a reputation as an extremely well organized, fun, and athlete-centric event.
“We are thrilled about this partnership with AVIA”, says Dan Carroll of High Five Events. “AVIA brings a level of excitement, energy, and innovation to the sport of triathlon that matches our own, and their partnership will allow us to bring an even better experience to the athletes.” The event will once again host a $5000 all-comers prize purse and multiple prime prizes.
“AVIA is proud to be the presenting sponsor and join forces with The Austin Triathlon”, says Julie Vieselmeyer of AVIA. “High Five Events puts on an outstanding series of races that really draws upon Austin’s community spirit, attracting both the elite and newbie racer. We are excited to further build upon this great race in a place that has become a mecca for triathletes.”
The 2009 Austin Triathlon will be held on Labor Day, September 7th. AVIA joins Jack & Adam’s Bicycles as presenting sponsors. Visit www.theaustintriathlon.com for more information.
About American Sporting Goods
AVIA is a leading supporter of the sport of triathlon. It’s sponsorships include the AVIA Wildflower Triathlon and an entire team of professional triathletes including Kenny Souza, Scott Tinley, Conrad Stoltz, Eduardo Sturla, Heather Wurtele, Trevor Wurtele, Tyler Stewart, Amanda Felder, Angela Naeth, Alexis Smith, Steven Sexton, Wendy Mader, and Pip Taylor. Please visit www.avia.com.
American Sporting Goods (ASG) is a manufacturer of performance athletic footwear and apparel based in Aliso Viejo, Calif. Brands under the ASG umbrella include AVIA, And 1, rykä, Nevados, Yukon, NSS, APEX, Turntec and Triple Five Soul.
About High Five Events
High Five Events is a multi-sport event production company and the official race director for Jack & Adam’s Bicycles events. High Five Events produces many of the largest triathlons in Texas, including The Austin Triathlon and the Texas Tri Series, and provides event management consulting and equipment leasing services to over 30 events per year. www.highfiveevents.com
About Jack and Adam’s Bicycles
Located in Austin, TX, Jack and Adam’s Bicycles is a complete triathlon and road cycling store. Founded in 2004, it has been voted Best Triathlon Store in Texas every year since its inception. The store is renowned for its friendly service, incredible product support, and community involvement. www.jackandadams.com
September 12, 2008 - Race Photos Available
Kreutz Photography has published thousands of photographs from the 2008 event. Visit www.kreutzphotography.com to view your photos.
September 1st, 2008 - Cotter & Leblanc win 2008 Austin Tri
James Cotter and Michelle Leblanc took top honors and $1200 each with wins at the 2008 Austin Triathlon. Leblac smashed the 40K bike leg in 1:00:57 to build a lead that no one would close the rest of the day. Kelly Handel put in a very solid 37:30 10K run to take second. Andrea Fisher, Melissa Ruthven, and Bree Wilson-Soilea rounded out the top five.
The men's race wasn't settled until mid way through the run. James Cotter, Brandon Marsh, and David Kahn each came off the bike within seconds of each other. Cotter put the hammer down mid way through the run and pulled away to finish in 1:52:47. Kahn edged out Marsh for second, while Chirs Tremonte and Grant Glouser took 4th and 5th.
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