The “Sponsors”

Sponsors

If you’re familiar with the world of professional triathlon you know that sponsors are an important part of the sport.  In much the same way that NASCAR vehicles are covered in the decals of their sponsors, race suits or kits worn by professional triathletes announce to the world their affiliations and who is providing much of their gear and in some cases their salary.  In the world of the Age Grouper (non professional) and weekend warriors like me, having a sponsor is pure fantasy.  The truth is we are actually the target audience that the sponsors are trying to reach by using the pros as racing human billboards.  In my short time doing triathlon, I have definitely developed some favorite products mostly through trial and error and by reading detailed product reviews.  I am almost embarrassed to admit, but what the pros are using does have some influence on the products I try.  In a separate section of the blog (Gear Review) I will be highlighting some of my experiences with a variety of products that I have put through the paces in training and races.  “The Sponsors” will be reserved for the products that I feel most strongly about and that in my fantasy world, would one day reach out to me to slap on their logo on to my gear.  I’ll keep dreaming, but in the meantime at least you’ll get an insight into some of my favorite gear that I use day after day.

Categories: Gear Reviews, Sponsors

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