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Triathlon is for Lovers

Roses are red. Violets are blue. I would swim, bike and run all day to get to you! We love hearing how triathlon has brought…
Chelsea Montes
Chelsea MontesFebruary 14, 2022
Athlete InterviewGrand Rapids Virtual Triathlon

Grand Rapids Virtual Triathlon 9.5 Athlete Spotlight: Felipe Castro

One of the benefits of signing up for a virtual triathlon is that you can participate and compete wherever - even from another country. With…
Chelsea Montes
Chelsea MontesJune 19, 2020
Athlete InterviewBeginner TriathleteSponsor

Huntington Bank Athlete Spotlight: Kate Martisius

Since day one, Huntington Bank has been one of the biggest supporters of Grand Rapids Triathlon, they have been with us since the 2011 inaugural…
Chelsea Montes
Chelsea MontesJune 16, 2020
Athlete InterviewCommunity

Celebrating 10 years of triathlon: when the GR Tri hosted a mid-race wedding

The Grand Rapids Triathlon is celebrating its 10th-anniversary event this year! Since it's debut race in 2011, thousands of people have toed the start line…
Chelsea Montes
Chelsea MontesFebruary 20, 2020
Athlete InterviewBeginner Triathlete

Fox 17’s Brody Carter Living Healthier through a Triathlon Transformation

Triathlon is a lifetime sport. One of the biggest incentives to get involved is the fact that there is never a wrong time to start.…
Chelsea Montes
Chelsea MontesJanuary 27, 2020
Athlete Interview

Interview: Athena National Championship Athlete & Amway Employee, Katie Stanley

This is the Grand Rapids Triathlon’s fourth consecutive year hosting the USAT Clydesdale and Athena National Championship. Men weighing 220 lbs or more and Women...
Grand Rapids Triathlon
Grand Rapids TriathlonJuly 6, 2018
Athlete InterviewSponsor

Interview: Title Sponsor Huntington Bank Features Team RWB Athlete, Katy Stone

 Another group of athletes you may recognize on the course this year are the members of Team RWB, known as Eagles. Our Title Sponsor Huntington...
Grand Rapids Triathlon
Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 26, 2018
Athlete InterviewMake-A-Wish Dream Team

Interview: Mike Tyska, Make-A-Wish Dream Team Athlete

While on the Grand Rapids Tri course this year, you may notice a few dozen athletes wearing Dream Team gear as they race. These athletes...
Grand Rapids Triathlon
Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 15, 2018
Athlete InterviewUSAT Championship Event

Interview: Eric Fernandez, Michigan High School State Championship Athlete

This year the Grand Rapids Triathlon was named the host of the USAT Michigan High School State Championship. High school athletes age 15-19 (as of...
Grand Rapids Triathlon
Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 5, 2018
Athlete Interview

Interview: Team RWB Athlete Mike Morgan

One thing is certain about Mike Morgan, age 54, he’s a fighter. Mike retired from the Army back in December 2005, after serving the US for...
Grand Rapids Triathlon
Grand Rapids TriathlonJanuary 9, 2018
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The Grand Rapids Triathlon's flat, fast course is ideal for the new and experienced triathlete alike. Enjoy a beautiful swim in the lake-like Thornapple River, ride the flat country-road bike course then run our the scenic, shaded run course with loads of local support. It’s the largest independent triathlon in Michigan and offers Super Sprint, Sprint, Olympic and Half distances in addition to Aquabike, Duathlon, Relays, and Swim-Only events. Come experience a world-class event in Grand Rapids, MI on June 11 & 12, 2022.

Race Location: Ada Park - 1116 Buttrick Ave SE, Ada, MI 49301

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  • Race Info
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      • Weather
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      • 2021 ATHLETE GUIDE
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      • Medical
      • About The Area
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