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MiTri Triathlon community, Traverse City, MI (2025)

09/09/2025

Bike Lab Vibes Were HIGH Today 🚴‍♀️🔥

From pre-dawn pedal strokes to threshold fire, today’s Bike Lab brought the energy! Legs were spinning, watts were flying, and the playlist? Pure motivation. There’s something special about training side-by-side, chasing goals, and cheering each other on, even before the sun’s up.

Whether you’re racing this weekend or just building that base, this crew showed up with grit, good vibes, and plenty of sweat angels. 💦

🎯 Ironman 70.3 Michigan is THIS Sunday!
Come find us at the venue, look for the MiTri tent near the library. You can’t miss us — we’ll be the loud ones with the best snacks and even better high-fives. 👊

Let’s cheer, race, and celebrate all the hard work.

IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan
IRONMAN
Swell Seekers

09/08/2025

Monday Morning Swim Report: Welcome to Race Week! 🏊‍♀️💨

It’s officially IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan race week, and you know what that means: it’s time to acclimate. No matter what Betsie Bay throws at us on race morning — spoiler alert: it’ll be cold — we’re ready for it. The rivers are flowing in, the water is chilling down, and the nerves? Oh, they’re kicking in too. Let’s go! 🔥

This morning we hit West Bay where the water clocked in at a “refreshing” 61 degrees. 🥶
Was it cold getting in?
Absolutely.
Did we question our life choices mid-waddle?
Definitely.
But once we got moving, our bodies adjusted, our minds steadied, and it all became… well, tolerable.

Pro tip: You’re probably looking at 5–7° colder in Betsie Bay by Sunday, so NOW is the time to feel it. Get that face in, get the breath right, and get comfortable being uncomfortable.

Top 5 ways to deal with it:

1. Max-legal warmth: Full-sleeve tri wetsuit (≤5 mm) + neoprene cap. Add neoprene booties (legal at ≤65°F); gloves are not allowed.

2. Head & inner ear heat: Do a “cap sandwich” (neoprene cap between two thin caps) and wear earplugs to cut cold-water dizziness.

3. Acclimate fast: Do several very short cold immersions—research shows ~5×2-min dips around 59°F can halve the cold-shock response.

4. Race-morning routine: Dryland warm-up, then pre-douse your face/suit and take a brief in-water “priming dip" if possible. Focus on slow breathing for ~60–90 s as the shock passes.

5. T1 re-warm plan: Towel fast, layer up (hat/jacket), and expect afterdrop—keep moving and sip something warm.

LOOK AHEAD:

Wednesday Morning Swim – same time, same place (West Bay, Traverse City)

Friday Morning Swim – in the works, possibly Frankfort Beach (stay tuned for final details)

Let’s make it a strong week. Trust your training. Be smart. Stay warm(ish). And remember — we don’t just survive cold swims… we thrive in them.

Race week is here — let’s own it. 💪🔥

IRONMAN

09/06/2025

Reeds Lake Triathlon 🏊🚴🏃‍♂️ — Tribe Vibes & Finish Line Highs

What a day to remember with our MiTri crew out at the Reeds Lake Triathlon!

We train in different places, at different times, sometimes solo — maybe a swim here, a bike there, or the occasional brick. But today, we came together. One tribe. One race. One unforgettable morning.

From elite-level speedsters (6th overall!) to first-place age group finishes (x3!) and PRs across the board — our club showed up and showed out. Cool temps? No problem. Shivers? Maybe. But we kept each other warm with laughs, transitions (some faster than others 👀), and the kind of camaraderie that reminds you why this sport is so special.

70° water? Chef’s kiss. ☀️
Tight transitions? Let’s just say… we’re always striving for faster free time.
And the run? A one-way ticket to the finish line, no double loops — just grit and smiles.

We stayed for podiums. We stayed for each other. And we already can’t wait for the next start line — whether it’s Ironman Arizona, Chicago Marathon, or Ironman 70.3 Michigan.

If you’ve been thinking about triathlon — or just want a community of people who push, support, and laugh with you — this is your sign.

Join the tribe. You don’t have to go it alone. 💪

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08/30/2025

🚴‍♂️🏊‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Ever Wondered What It’s Like to Be a Triathlete?
Let us show you.

Last weekend, a few of us from the Michigan Triathlon Club of Northern Michigan (MiTri) took on an epic 118-mile ride along the legendary M-22 — from Little River Casino to Darrow Park in Traverse City. Beautiful roads, rolling lakeshore, great company, and a pace that kept the challenge real but the vibe flowing. 💨

We’re not pros. We’re a group of everyday athletes who train hard, lift each other up, and share a passion for getting better together. This ride was about pushing limits, building endurance, and soaking in every mile with good people. And that’s exactly what our club is all about.

Whether you’re just curious about triathlon or already dreaming about your first race — you belong here.

At Michigan Tri Club, we offer:

🔧 The Bike Lab – Hands-on training and education to help you ride stronger, more efficiently, and confidently. Learn how to improve your aerodynamics, gear up smarter, and avoid the common mistakes most riders make.

🏊‍♀️ Group Swims & Open Water Sessions – Build confidence in the water and master pacing, sighting, and transitions.

🏃 Group Runs & Workouts – From speed intervals to long aerobic miles, we run together and push each other to new levels.

🔥 Brick Workouts – Bike-to-run, swim-to-run, or all three. Bricks simulate race day so you’re ready to perform — and recover like a pro.

💬 Camaraderie & Coaching – Whether you’re training for your first sprint triathlon or prepping for your fifth Ironman, you’ll find community, coaching, and lifelong friendships here.

So if you’ve been thinking:

“I want to try this, but I don’t know where to start…”
This is your sign.

Come train with us. Learn with us. Ride with us. Race with us.
Triathlon will change your life — and we’ll be right beside you the whole way.

📍Based in Northern Michigan — all levels welcome.
📩 Message us to learn more or join a session!

Join our club here: https://www.ticketsignup.io/MemberOrg/MiTri

IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan
IRONMAN

08/24/2025

What a day for the books! ☀️

When storms threatened our original date, we pushed the Ironman 70.3 Michigan Preview Ride to this weekend—and wow, are we glad we did. The skies cleared, the temps were perfect, and the energy was electric.

Every rider showed up early, ready to roll. We got waivers signed, tires pumped, gear checked, and snapped a group photo that we’ll all be proud of. From there, it was wheels down and into the Michigan beauty that makes this course so special.

Some athletes tackled one loop, some doubled up (shoutout to our Ironman Arizona crew 🔥), and a few of us even got in some on-the-fly mechanical training—yes, FIVE flats! But with calm heads and quick hands, everyone was back on the road in no time. A great reminder: bring your repair kits and practice those tire changes—because in an Ironman, the clock doesn’t wait.

Post-ride, many of us rolled through the Frankfort Farmers Market, right by transition at Open Space Park. Fresh produce, friendly faces, and tri talk—what more could you ask for?

This community is what it’s all about. New friends, shared stories, and miles of progress. If you’re on the fence about 70.3 Michigan, consider this your sign. It’s going to be an unforgettable race.

See you at the start line in Frankfort 💪

IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan

08/15/2025

📢 Less than 100 spots remain for IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan! This is one you won't want to miss.

Spots are dwindling, so secure yours now and tell that friend that's been procrastinating that now's the time! 🤩

08/14/2025

DATE CHANGE: Due to weather, MiTri's IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan Race Preview Ride & Brick will be moved to next week.

🗓️ Saturday, August 23, 2025
📍 Frankfort, MI | ⏰ 7:00 AM Wheels on the Road
🔗 Learn More -> https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/MiTri/Page/IRONMAN703MIPreviewRideBrick

08/14/2025

Be part of the action and feel the magic from behind the scenes! 💥 From handing out water to cheering at the finish, our volunteers are the heartbeat of IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan.

Sign up today and help make race day unforgettable, for athletes and yourself 👉 https://ironman.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=91972

08/14/2025

Lake views, fast roads, and finish line vibes are just a month away. 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️ The countdown is on!

08/14/2025

Triathlon Season is Calling — Are You Ready?

This week has been epic for our MiTri crew. We kicked it off with Swim 2, Power Island — calm waters, perfect temps, and a smaller but mighty group who tackled the crossing from Old Mission Peninsula to Power Island and back. Over 4,000 yards for some of us — almost an Ironman swim distance — with plenty of laughs, camaraderie, and even a little extra yardage thanks to Glenn’s “slightly right” navigation. Afterward? Coffee, muffins, and stories about legendary races and finish lines yet to come.

But here’s the thing — now is the time to check everything in your training.
✅ Connect with your bike fitter (we love Ride Science)
✅ See your bike mechanic to check tubes, tires, and chain
✅ Make sure all your gear is in working order
✅ Order what you need now — race week is too late

This week we’ve got Bike Labs, group runs, and more epic swims ahead. The energy is high. The camaraderie is real. The training is dialed in. Whether you’re chasing your first triathlon or your next Ironman, your tribe is here — ready, waiting, and cheering you on every step of the way.

Is triathlon calling you? We’re answering. Come join us at https://www.ticketsignup.io/MemberOrg/MiTri

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IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan

03/04/2025

Fun new race alert! Perfect opportunity to shake off the winter rust and get back at it! Or a safe way to give it your first “ tri”!

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Looking forward to getting together fri night at the club party! Bring a dish to share if you’d like and remember to bring any gear/ nutrition you’d like to pass along.

So many give aways you do not want to miss!

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