Twenty22 – The Year of the Ironman

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For those of you who do not know what a Clydesdale is, simply put: A “Clydesdale” is a cyclist (Triathlete) that is 200 lbs or greater. There are even Master Clydesdales that includes age to the size.

Why is it the Year of the Ironman?

Completing a full Ironman is one of the most difficult challenges for a Triathlete  – 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and a 26.2 mile run. Now take that Ironman challenge and complete it as a Clydesdale. As they say “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger!” My end goal of 2021 or 2022 is to compete in a California Ironman. In 2019, I was hit, head on, in a car collision and it has been very debilitating over the last 2 years.

I am hoping that this could be an exciting year. If you will be participating in any of the events below, please find me and say hi.

1980 – Present

 Sponsorships for 2012 – 2022

Zoot Sports – 2022 Zoot Sports, the global leader in endurance sports, is 100% focused on providing the triathlete with the ultimate in performance apparel, wetsuits, footwear and accessories. For over 35 years, we have been pioneering innovative product solutions that cover the athlete from start to finish and head to toe. www.zootsports.com. This is my first year with this incredible brand. 

NUUN – NUUN is a top performing water supplement for all types of activities. Great tasting and all natural. I am excited to be a Legacy Team Member.

COBB MOBB – Past Ambassador -Sponsorship that started in 2015 – 2018 an incredible team of Triathlete ambassadors were asked to test and promote the #1 cycling saddle in the country. Cobbcycling.com is a technology driven company dedicated to the success of cyclists throughout the country. I am proud to be a part of the COBB MOBB.

Timex Factory Team – Past Ambassador -In 2015 – 2016 I was asked to help represent Timex and their long standing with Ironman. They have incredible training watches. Their latest is the new TIMEX IRONMAN One GPS+ Watch.

ICEdot – Past Ambassador -With the 4,000 to 5,000 miles I will be riding my bike in 2018, I was asked to be a part of the ICEdot Athletic team in 2014 – 2017 and now in 2018. This is an emergency ID and notification service innovating safety technology for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts. ICEdot syncs a secure online profile with products such as a band, the Crash Sensor. In Case Of Emergency, ICEdot has the ability share predesignated health and geolocation information over sms/text.

ICEdot ID products allow first responders to retrieve emergency information stored in an ICEdot profile. First responders send an SMS text message containing the PIN found on the ID product to the number specified and an immediate response message is returned containing information on the individual. Kind of cool, right!

GU Pro Sponsorship – Past Ambassador -I have been asked to be part of the GUCrew in 2014 – 2018 season. GU has products to enhance and help in recovery of any activity. At times, it becomes part of our daily nutritional needs.

Fusion Sports – Past Ambassador -Fusion is a Danish company that specializes in the production of high performance sporting apparel for Triathlon, Cycling and Running. 2014 – 2016.

Honey Stinger – Past Ambassador -Honey Stinger’s energy and protein bars, waffles, gels and chews are all-natural foods designed for athletes and great for anyone looking for a healthy snack. Honey Stinger is pure natural energy. 2014, 2015, 2016 and in 2017.

Team Aquaphor – Past Ambassador – In 2012 – 2013 I’ve been a part of a select 200 from around the country to be active advocates of the brand Aquaphor. I’ve always loved the product so it’s easy to believe in something you have always used. For Clydesdales, Aquphor is great for anti chafing, blister prevention and smooth entry and exit from Wetsuits

Team X-1 Audio – Past Ambassador -Sponsor 2013 – 2015. I was asked to be part of a hand full of triathletes to test and become an X-1 ambassador. Running, Biking and now swimming with Music. All my training has become one with music.

Twenty22 – Events

Currently in rehab which stalled all events at this time – Bummer

October 2022 – 140 Miles – Ironman California in Sacramento – That’s the goal