3Sports is Richmond’s largest retailer of triathlon-related equipment and apparel. 3Sports offers RTC members a 5% discount on all framesets and a 10% discount on all other products and services. Please remember to offer your RTC membership card before asking the salesperson to ring up your order. 3Sports is expanding with a second location opening in Short Pump that will offer a great selection of running shoes, apparel and accessories. Look for them in the Westgate Shopping Center at the corner of West Broad Street and Lauderdale Drive.

Endorphin Fitness was founded in January 2005 to provide all types of adult and youth endurance athletes with individualized training programs that are geared to improving the athlete in sport as well as life. When you are part of Team Endorphin Fitness, you can rest assured that you are training based on your needs, strengths, weaknesses, commitments, and goals. The new 4,000 square foot Endorphin Fitness Endurance Center offers athletes the opportunity to train using some of the best coaches and top technology available in the World. Take your training to the next level with Endorphin Fitness' customized workout planning, adult/youth group & private coaching sessions, technology rentals, advanced physiological testing, strength training, and qualified coaches. Endorphin Fitness is happy to extend RTC members a 10% discount on private and group coaching sessions, physiological testing, as well as technology rentals.

Sports Medicine care by athletes for athletes is what you will find at Commonealth Sports Medicine,PC. We provide same-day appointments for all RTC members. Teresa Stadler, MD is a Board Certified Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician, team doctor for many local clubs and teams, Ironman finisher, triathlon advocate, and proud mom of three. REST is a 4 letter word at Commonwealth Sports Medicine. Instead of recommending time off from training, we will rehabilitate your injuries, and treat your aliments, while keeping you strong. To set up and apointment or a medical bike fit or gait analysis, please call CSM at (804) 270-7750.

Sponsor of the RTC 2008 Annual Banquet! GroundForceTM IT provides professional computer and network consulting services to small and medium sized companies. We specialize in networked communication systems, particularly Local and Wide Area Network solutions of varied size and complexity. Our network management solutions are based on a sharp understanding of your business needs to provide effective design, integration and lifecycle support. .

I believe in partnership, collaboration, and strength in numbers. Whether it be with financial planning by teaming with clients to fully understand their personal goals and to map out a plan to reach them, or with triathlon where the concepts of “team” and “club” result in encouragement and support to reach race and health goals. With this in mind, I am proudly sponsoring “Race Rewards with R-Dot”. By having more members in uniform we are making it easier for the community to recognize and inspire club members on race day. In many ways, this recognition and support makes for an even stronger Richmond Tri Club and local tri community! To learn about how I approach relationships with clients read more at www.ameripriseadvisors.com/patrick.m.mcaleer or drop me a note at patrick.m.mcaleer@ampf.com.

Sponsor of the RTC’s Tailgate program! Because buying and selling your home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll likely ever make, Mark Meitz has assembled a small team of dedicated professionals to cover every detail from start to finish. Their commitment to excellence, positive results and ongoing communication have led many clients to repeat the process and enjoy multiple transactions. As a multi million dollar producer, Mark is annually recognized among the highest levels of Distinguished Achievers by the Richmond Association of Realtors. Mark is the official sponsor of the RTC’s Tailgate program – the club has already partied it up at White Lake and Eagleman in 2007. He enjoys being part of the RTC because while we are all striving to improve our results, we are supporting and encouraging each other. Although he says his racing results aren’t quite as impressive as his real estate credentials, you can find him sweating it out, enjoying himself and encouraging his fellow racers either participating or volunteering. Currently, he lives in the near west end just a short drive to anywhere in town.

Active Chiropractic keeps RTC club members and their families in Action this tri season! Dr Rob Green is a full body Active Release Technique Provider, and offers RTC members access to free screenings several times a month (check the RTC calendar for times and dates). He also provides discounts on massage therapy and many products.

At Albanese Chiropractic the mission is to help as many individuals and families reach optimal levels of health through chiropractic care and the education of health, wellness, and the human potential. Dr. Albanese has a specialized practice focused on the patients’ total well being. His patients include professional athletes, exercise enthusiasts, infants, children, and adults. He provides multiple health workshops and health fairs to the public, through local businesses, schools, and organizations, to raise the audiences’ awareness on their own health potential. Dr. Mike Albanese is certified in the Gonstead Chiropractic Technique System. He is one of the few doctors in Virginia who is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. In 2008, Dr. Albanese was named the spokesperson for the American Heart Association’s “Start” program, which encourages corporations to jump start health programs in the work place. As the Central Virginia spokesperson he regularly speaks at companies on behalf of the American Heart Association on topics related to health and wellness. Dr. Albanese has been interviewed on the CBS Channel 6 Morning News, Virginia This Morning, and was the co-host of “Half Hour To Health” on Richmond’s Talk Radio 990 AM. Dr. Albanese will provide complimentary computerized chiropractic evaluations for all RTC members and their families. Call 290-4414 to schedule an appointment.

A Richmond resident for over 15 years and a University of Richmond graduate, John found his passion for real estate by buying investment properties in the Fan. After working within Mortgage Technology for 7+ years he began his career as a Realtor. John understands the importance of technology in helping his clients find the right home as well as being able to sell their home for the highest price in the shortest amount of time. A former swimmer and college and age-group swim coach, John remains active in the swimming and triathlon communities and continues to coach swimmers and triathletes at the YMCA. He is married to Linda and currently lives near the Pony Pasture in Stratford Hills where he and his wife enjoy taking their 2 dogs for walks along the James River. He is a strong believer that the customer comes first and his goal is to make your real estate transaction smooth and worry-free. Let John's knowledge of Richmond combined with his technology experience work for you. Please contact John for your next residential or investment property need.

Tuckahoe Physical Therapy offers services to help minimize the risk of injury; or in the event you do become injured, to help you get back to your training as fast as possible. As part of our services we offer professional bike fitting with a Physical Therapist. A great time to have your fit is in the pre/early season so stop in to see Jim Miller, DPT and our clinic, or call 784 7090.

Founded by former RTC president Laurie Mehler, Richmond Multisports is an event production company, specializing in adult and kids triathlons, and mountain bike races. Our passion is to create exciting professional races with a festive atmosphere for the athletes, their families, friends, volunteers, and certainly for our supporting sponsors in the Mid-Atlantic region!

Jack Kane Custom Racing Bicycles offers the Richmond Tri Club a discount on a variety of road, TT and tri bike options. Choose the frame and fork that’s right for you – or a complete bike. Not only that – they will custom-paint your frame with the Richmond Tri Club design!

CUSTOM WETSUITS by MAYSTORM JAPAN! Maystorm Wetsuit goes 3 seconds faster in 100 meter swim test!!!!! (Reviewed for Triathlete Magazine) Do you really think that size matters? Well, YES! It certainly does! YOUR size! The era of Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large wetsuits is over! Finally, a wetsuit that fits YOU! That's right, custom wetsuitss made from the best Japanese materials available and made to your exact measurements. Unique 2-piece wetsuits allows for different thickness variations for top and bottom. Wetsuits for ALL sizes and shapes! Kids, Bigger Sizes,, etc! For years, Maystorm has been producing high quality custom Triathlon wetsuits in Japan and they are now finally available in the US. AND, not only are they very fast and fit perfectly because they are made for your specific measurements, BUT they are very competitively priced! But WAIT there's more! Because these are custom wetsuits., they can also be printed with YOUR very own custom message, name, or club or team name! and shipped directly to your door! For more information on how you can get your very own custom Maystorm wetsuit go to www.maystorm-gear.com

Diamond Springs Water is the area's finest provider of bottled water delivery, water cooler service and coffee service for your home or office. They offer a variety of bottled water choices including all natural spring water. For about a dollar a day, you can have a water cooler and convenient bottled water delivery in your home. They also carry hand held bottles for when you are on the go, and are the official water provider for all RTC races in 2007 - Diamond Springs keeps you hydrated and racing strong. Diamond Springs Water - Can't Beat The Taste! www.diamondsprings.com

Rudy Project designs and manufactures hi-tech sunglasses, goggles, helmets and accessories using the application of science, advanced materials and computer technology to create functional, aesthetically superior and technologically advanced products. Rudy Project offers RTC members 40% off a whole slew of select sunglasses, goggles, helmets and accessories. Go to the “Discounts” page in the “Members” section to order!

Accelerade is the first and only protein-enhanced sports drink, and the only sports drink containing carbohydrate and protein in a patented 4:1 ratio. Accelerade has been shown to deliver greater performance benefits to athletes than conventional sports drinks, which contain no protein. Accelerade offers RTC members a whopping 30% discount on products such as Endurox, Accel Gel and Accelerade – and the RTC receives a 5% rebate for all orders! www.accelsport.com/richmondtri is our special orders page; visit www.accelerade.com to learn more about the products.

TNP is part of the partnership between local clubs – RTC, TNP, RABA and Richmond Pro Cycling. Team Nature’s Path was founded in 2006 by a group of local bicycle enthusiasts who had a passion to share their love of cycling, racing and active lifestyles. Our members are active at all levels of cycling, have a wide range of professional backgrounds and maintain strong ties to the Richmond VA community. In 2007 we grew to over 100 members who share a common vision: To promote bicycle racing in Central Virginia and to provide an open environment in which to learn about bicycle racing and improve performance.

Run Ride Race is a local race management company (run by one of the RTC’s own – board member Mark Junkermann). Run Ride Race produces running events, mountain bike events, multisport events (such as the Dirty Du) – over 20 races scheduled in 2008. This year, Run Ride Race is also offering a cross country running camp in July! Run Ride Race can also help your local group put on an event. We provide race management, online registration, online donation to charity related to event, course design, course set-up, water stop set-up, and full finish line management. We include a finish line chute, computerized timing of the results, and result reports for age group and overall top finishers. All you need are volunteers from your organization to assist in event related tasks.

RABA is part of the partnership between local clubs – RTC, TNP, RABA and Richmond Pro Cycling. The Richmond Area Bicycling Association hosts a variety of group rides and provides advocacy for local cycling before the General Assembly, local governing bodies and planning authorities – they work together to make sure the voice of cycling is heard. They also participate in governmental and charity programs and host the annual Heart of Virginia Century and Bike Festival benefiting Hanover Mental Health and Habitat for Humanity.

Led by experienced USATriathlon certified coaches, team members follow a fitness program to prepare for a target triathlons- from their first sprint distance race to Ironman. The heart of TRIgirl lies in the camaraderie and support of a team working together toward a common fitness goal and philanthropic cause. We provide a complete package of fitness training, triathlon coaching, social events and philanthropic opportunities all within a friendly, supportive, all-female environment. Women of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join the team. There is a place for you in TRIgirl.

In exchange for training and support, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training® provides athletes with help in raising money towards cures for blood cancers like leukemia -- the No. 1 disease killer of children -- lymphoma and myeloma. Our athletes have walked away with new friends, amazing accomplishments and the sense that they did something even more important than getting in good shape.

For the triathlete, the ride is being out there alone against the clock, pumping out the highest sustainable power and hoping to still have something left in the legs for the run. The bike leg constitutes the majority of time spent in one activity and time gains or losses on the bike are disproportionately important. While the race tactics of the triathlete and pure cyclist are very different, the strength and drive needed to succeed are the same. Still, many triathletes hesitate to get involved with road cycling even though the benefits of riding and training with experienced riders are many: you get faster, improve your bke handling skills and just plain have fun. A new professional cycling team is hoping to break down barriers between cyclists and triathletes. Richmond Pro Cycling is the brainchild of Craig Dodson and Sarah Caravella, two seasoned professional cyclists who have settled in Richmond. The team, originally founded three years ago as Nature’s Path Pro-Am Cycling, was ranked 2nd nationally for semi-professional cycling teams. RPC’s team structure ties top-level professionalism (currently 7 members) with youth development programs and widespread community involvement efforts. Look for RPC’s support and participation in clinics and workshops for TMP, RABA and RTC members throughout 2008!

Cobblestone is one of Richmond’s largest bicycle retailers and stocks a full assortment of clothing and accessories. It offers RTC members a 10% discount on parts, accessories and clothing. Exceptions are complete bikes and service.

Thom Suddeth first opened The Road Runner Running Store in 1983 which makes it the oldest running store in Richmond and one of the oldest in Virginia. After growing into several location on the southside and in Richmond, Thom consolidated the locations in March of 1999 in historic Carytown. In June of 2004, Road Runner Running Store moved to its current location at 3002 West Cary Street.

Rowletts is one of Richmond’s largest bicycle retailers and stocks a full assortment of clothing and accessories. It offers a 10% discount on all merchandise except frames.

xtri.com can reasonably claim to be one of the oldest continuously updated triathlon web sites on the Internet, dating back to March 1998. Since its inception, many triathlon web sites have come and gone, some with fanfare and marketing budgets well beyond the modest means available to xtri. Throughout that time, xtri.com has continued to be updated on a daily basis with the latest news, photos, results and personal tales from long-course triathlon around the world. It all adds up to certainly one of the largest triathlon resources on the Internet – currently, over 3,000 pages of text comprise 1600+ articles in the archives. The site is routinely visited by 40-50,000 unique IPs per month and generates in excess of half a million page views per month. As an independent web site without a user forum and limited to a very specific area of triathlon, those figures bear testimony to the special regard with which this site is held by the wider triathlon community.