Tri Harder Promotions

Comfortable Wetsuit

Webmaster — Mon, 07 May 2012 15:41:40 +0000

If you’re looking for the most comfortable wetsuit on the planet, it’s the Xterra Wetsuit!
I used to pass on wearing a wetsuit in wetsuit legal races. I tried many brands, but I just couldn’t get past the choking sensation in the neck. Not a problem anymore with the Xterra Vortex sleeveless wetsuit. The way this suit wraps around my neck keeps me feeling totally at ease. If you’re looking for a super comfortable speed boost, this is it!
Susan Langheim

XTERRA WETSUIT TESTIMONIAL

Steve — Thu, 03 May 2012 12:08:42 +0000

Triathletes, As a retired scuba instructor and 6 x IRONMAN I have wore many wetsuits. Last night I took my VORTEX suit for a Lake swim. IMPRESSIVE. Very light yet warm. Free shoulder movements and a low cut around the neck for no claustrophobic feelings. Check out the link on the triharder websites for great... [Continue Reading]

8 Days/8 Reasons to Register for Petersburg Tri’s

Steve — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 00:37:54 +0000

Greetings Triathletes,
Eight more days until the Abes Tri Series and eight reasons to sign up if you haven’t:
Athletes who register before Sunday April 15th at 11:00 pm. receive a soft style, gender specific shirt with modern graphics-check it out on the website!!
Registration into either race enters you into the XTERRA Vortex wetsuit raffle for men & women.
AirEvac helicopter will be landing on-site and stay for your inspection – young and old will love it!
See your splits on the large screen monitor when you cross the finish line!
Great food, including homemade chicken & noodles, green beans, biscuits, fruit & cookies
New transition equipment – wait ’til you see our bike racks!
New run course with sweeping vistas and challenges.
Custom water bottle for each participant.

Remember, you must register by Sunday at 11:00pm for a shirt – all other reasons will be available to all registered racers.
Check out www.abestriseries.com for more details and registration information.

2012 XTERRA Vortex Sleeveless Wetsuit Raffle

Webmaster — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 22:59:57 +0000

By Participating In the April Abe’s Tri Series or the July Stoneman or Iron Abe Triathlons

One Lucky Male and One Lucky Female Will Win a Wetsuit, Compliments of XTERRA

The Names Will be Drawn on July 28 at the Iron Abe Awards Ceremony

You can find the Vortex Sleeveless suit here. Be sure to click the arrow on the right side of the page when looking at the Wetsuits under Products – it’s seemingly hidden unless you find the right arrow button

CASSCOM Television Commercial

Steve — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 23:01:49 +0000

Hey Racers,
Check out the television commercial we shot one balmy day with the expertise of CASSCOM and some very dedicated triathletes.
Click “Read More” and then the link: 2012 CASSCOM Triathlon Commercial or visit Abe’s Tri Series for another means to view the masterpiece of central Illinois Triathlon.

Many thanks to Erynn and Ryan at CASSCOM, all the triathletes that participated, Hardy Breed for some great photos and you for being a triathlete.

Very cool.

Big news coming keep an eye out. Thnx

Top Twelve Reasons to Enter Abe’s April Triathlons

Steve — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:00:40 +0000

Top Twelve Reasons to Compete or Complete the Abe’s Mini or Pioneer Sprint Triathlons in April

New design, brand and print style shirts for all racers
Lower registration fees
Water bottles for all entrants from our New Sponsor Wheel Fast bicycle co.
Hot lunch for all racers, we are looking at our options but regardless it will be comfort food
Commemorative, custom designed race bibs and frame stickers for the first 300 racers
New functional awards, no cheap plastic or wood particle board plaques
New run course through 1800’s pioneer cemetery with stunning statuary and history. We know you love our hills and we aim to please. You will be on an out and back course so your fellow racers and friends will be in view and striking distance the entire run.
New stylish transition area and stable bike racks. No more orange construction site fencing
USAT sanctioned race and Race Director to ensure a secure high quality venue and racer comfort and safety
Please welcome CASSCOM to our team as a sponsor and producer of a triathlon commercial highlighting central Illinois triathlons and soon to be airing on your local stations
And a huge thanks to Memorial Sports Care for sponsoring our events and providing medical support along the course and for their SAG/Medical staff equipped vehicles
It’s always sunny and warm and wind at your back in April and Petersburg

Thanks to The Chiles Team

Webmaster — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:50:24 +0000

They are providing a free truck. Please visit their website here.

Commercial Success

Steve — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 01:22:09 +0000

A sincere thanks to the 25 triathletes that came out today for the commercial filming. Despite frigid temps we had an overwhelming success today working with CASSCOM developing a commercial about central Illinois Triathlon. Although everyone that came out today were at different levels of experience and distant you all embody the the spirit of Triathlon and Sport. You should be proud, I am having experienced this together. I hope everyone gets into the footage and will provide all relevant information as it develops. Thanks again to our racers/ actors and CASSCOM for their incredible support. Words cannot express what happened today. Thank you very much.

TriSwim Workshop

Webmaster — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:56:51 +0000

For the swimphobic beginner or veteran triathlete who needs to overhaul their swim stroke, 6 hours of intensive stroke breakdown and build-up at Porta High School Pool. Sat., Oct 1, 8-11am and Sun., Oct 2, 8-11 am. TriSwim_Workshop application.

Iron Abe and Stoneman Photos and Results

Steve — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:05:55 +0000

[Check out HardyBreed's Iron Abe and Stoneman Photos] [Iron Abe Results] [Stoneman Result]