Event Partners

Please check out the services and offerings of our partners. They each have a reputation for excellence and we appreciate their generosity to help make this race possible.

If you are interested in vendor opportunities or becoming an Event Partner, please contact Paul Johnson at or 612-215-4345.

Gear West Bike & Triathlon

1786 W Wayzata Blvd
Long Lake, MN 55356
www.gearwestbike.com

Gear West Bike & Triathlon, Minnesota's premier triathlon store, is the official bike sponsor of the Women's Triathlon. While they specialize in triathlon and road bikes, they also carry bikes for the whole family. They enjoy working with all types of riders, from recreational to racing, beginners to veterans. They also stock a huge selection of bike and triathlon clothing for women and men, plus all the accessories you need to make your ride more enjoyable.

On race day, Gear West Bike & Tri will have a mechanic on-site to help with any bike issues you may have. In addition, they are offering a 15% discount on any nutrition products. They have also supplied a Quintana Roo wetsuit as a top raffle prize, along with many other event goodies!

For an extra degree of warmth and buoyancy during the swim, consider using a wetsuit. If you're not ready to buy one, try renting one for a training swim or for the event itself. You can buy or rent your wetsuit at Gear West Bike & Triathlon. (Rentals are $40 and are first come-first serve. You can keep it from Wednesday through the following Tuesday.)

Gear West Run & Ski

1786 W Wayzata Blvd
Long Lake, MN 55356
www.gearwest.com

Gear West Run & Ski is the official running store of the Women's Triathlon. They carry over 60 models of shoes that feature cushion, stability and speed. Shoe companies include Asics, Brooks, Nike, Adidas, Salomon, New Balance, and Saucony. They are offering 15% off nutrition products the week before the race to registered race participants. Our thanks for supporting the volunteer race committee! Expect a free pair of shoes to be on the block as a raffle prize!

Team Ortho Foundation

1170 15th Avenue SE Suite #307
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Phone: 612 746 1364
E-mail: john@teamortho.us


Team Ortho’s mission is to improve and enhance the lives of orthopaedic patients through our commitment to supporting research, education, and advancements in orthopaedic technology; and to promote good muscular, skeletal, and joint health by encouraging an active lifestyle including training for and participating in amateur athletic events. Team Ortho organizes the following popular Twin Cities races which are part of the Monster Marathon Series:

^*Join Team YES (YWCA Endurance Sports) at the YWCA tent at the Minneapolis Marathon and Monster Dash! Please choose Team YES YWCA under Team Affiliation for the YWCA to receive a team discount!

The Women's Orthopaedic Center at Sports and Orthopaedic Specialists

8100 W. 78th Street
Edina, MN 55439
952-946-9799
www.womensorthocenter.com


The Women's Orthopaedic Center is the official Medical Team partner of the YWCA of Minneapolis Women’s Triathlon.

As one of the only orthopaedic programs in the nation dedicated solely to women, our mission is to provide specialized care for the prevention, evaluation, and management of musculoskeletal injuries in women. With an ever-increasing population of athletic women who desire a healthy and active lifestyle, The Women's Orthopaedic Center, led by Dr. Aimee Klapach and Dr. Lisa Wasserman, differentiates itself by unparalleled sensitivity and expertise.

The Women's Orthopaedic Center is uniquely poised to serve the active female population. The medical staff and associates are committed to providing quality care to females at every level of activity, from young athletes to the elite, and all active women in between.

For your convenience we have clinics in Minneapolis, Edina and St. Cloud. Feel free to stop by our booth on race day and talk to our staff about what our organization has to offer you.

Distinctive care for women of all walks of life.

Hammer Nutrition

www.hammernutrition.com


For over two decades, Hammer Nutrition has helped tens of thousands of endurance athletes start strong, stay strong, and finish strong. At Hammer Nutrition we never use refined, simple sugars or artificial sweeteners, flavors, or colors; just healthy, natural ingredients to help you enjoy consistent energy and endurance no matter how long you race. We invite you to visit us at www.hammernutrition.com. New customers that place orders with us (through our web site or by calling in) can tell us that they were referred by the YWCA of Minneapolis Women's Triathlon to receive 15% off of their first order (this is for new customers only).

Supporters

Thanks to the following organizations for their friendly event support:

Great Harvest of Minnetonka

17416 Minnetonka Blvd.
Minnetonka, MN 55345
952-476-2515
www.greatharvestmn.com


Thanks for the always delicious race rolls!

REI-Bloomington

750 W American Blvd
Bloomington, MN 55420
(952) 884-4315
http://www.rei.com


Thanks for the kayaks so our lifeguards can keep our swimmers safe!

Wild Prairie Harley-Davidson

12480 Plaza Drive
Eden Prairie, MN, USA 55344
(952) 698-5000
http://www.wildprairiehd.com


Thanks for experienced riders and great motorcycles to help our officials keep the race safe and fair!