Club Sponsors

Big Shark Bicycle Company was founded in 1993. Located in the popular St. Louis Loop, Big Shark Bicycle Company was established with a simple goal in mind: provide great products, fantastic service, and a refreshing place to pursue all the different facets of cycling. From racing to touring, from kid’s bikes to a bike that the grandparents would be proud to own, Big Shark Bicycle Co. has got them all. We’ve got the right bike for you, and even better our knowledgeable staff can help steer you to that perfect bike. All of the staff at Big Shark Bicycle Company pursue cycling in one way or another, and although we all love the glamour of high-end bikes and the newest gadgetry, we are just as excited to get children on their first bike, get people off of the couch or internet (sorry), and out pounding the pavement or trail.

Big Shark is also your source for triathlon and swim gear — including goggles, suits, pool gear, and more. Both the Loop and West County Big Shark locations have a triathlon area for Club members to find the tri specific gear they’re looking for.

There are plenty of other running stores in the St. Louis area, but what makes Big River Running Company stand out from the rest? At Big River, customers receive one-on-one attention that is unmatched. From the moment you walk through our doors there is no intimidation factor. The staff makes sure each customer receives a personal, custom-fit assessment to ensure they receive a shoe that is made for their individual foot strike. Big River also offers personal coaching, suggests products to make a long run more satisfying, or simply points people in the direction of some new running and walking trails.

Big River Running Company is owned and operated by native St. Louisan Matt Helbig. Our philosophy is quite simple: to be St. Louis’ running and walking resource and to make it the best shopping experience possible for selecting the proper running shoes and apparel to make you a better runner! Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities come to Big River not just to buy shoes, but to socialize, to train and to be a part of a true running and walking community.

If you are an experienced marathoner or a novice looking to run your first 5k, stop by to see what the staff at Big River Running Company can do to make your running and walking a more enjoyable experience.

Responsible for the design and development of our current club website, KolbeCo Marketing Resources is one of St. Louis’ top marketing and public relations firms, receiving recognition from St. Louis Business Journal and St. Louis Small Business Monthly. KolbeCo specializes in helping emerging businesses of all sizes with public relations, marketing, strategic planning, graphic design, branding and corporate identity. Established in 2000, KolbeCo’s clients have come from a wide variety of industries including healthcare, technology, consumer electronics, education, and construction. Co-owned by Lauren and Scott Kolbe, KolbeCo also prides itself on giving back to the community through their support of local organizations like the United Way and Stray Rescue of St. Louis. Get ready to tell your story!

Whether you’re a recreational jogger or a competitive athlete, Athletico Physical Therapy’s Endurance Program can help you achieve your personal best. Athletico’s endurance experts evaluate, treat and educate athletes in the prevention of endurance related injuries. We teach runners, cyclists, swimmers, and adventure racers the importance of balancing strength, endurance, flexibility and form to maximize their potential and reduce risk of injury. Our team is well-trained and equipped to analyze and correct gait or technique deviations, and treat injuries to return athletes to pre-injury performance levels.

For injury prevention and recovery tips for endurance athletes, visit the Athletico Blog.

As the Official Provider of Physical Therapy for the St. Louis Triathlon Club, Athletico would like to be your first option when seeking medical care. Through our FREE ASSESSMENT, we can save you time, money, and instill peace of mind while recommending treatment options to get you back to doing the things you love. Free assessments are available at any Athletico clinic location or virtually from a mobile or desktop connection. Don’t delay the recovery process, schedule your free assessment today.

One of a kind, custom race memories – carved to last a lifetime. Every race has a finish line and at MemorableRaces.com, we help you remember your most important ones. Custom crafter and carved, hardwood plaques in various size to memorialize your triathlon, marathon, or whatever finish line is most important to you.

We created MemorableRaces.com because we believe that every finish line has a story and every finish line should be celebrated. We are a husband and wife relay team for life that is passionate about the multi-sports and endurance athlete community and wanted to find a way to help celebrate the amazing stories our friends, teammates, club mates and competitors the world over tell with every finish line crossing.

We make custom crafted race memorabilia celebrating you and your accomplishments. Every product is designed and crafted with care and precision. We believe that the memories you have made should last a lifetime, so we use the finest locally sourced raw materials to craft and carve each order. Designed, crafted and delivered just for you, as unique as your own finish line story.

By following TriSmart’s system of goal setting, aerobic base building, periodization, rest, judicious use of threshold training, and regularly testing for measurable results, anyone can improve and achieve personal goals while avoiding burnout and injuries. While we employ a basic overall methodology, it will be different for every athlete we coach. Everyone has different goals, time available, skills and desires. The plan we create will change and evolve as you respond to the program. One size definitely does not fit all. We have researched the internet/website “coaching” services currently available. Although these services are fine for some, we know one of our value-added pluses is one-on-one and group work in person with the athlete and the coach. During these face-to-face opportunities, the coach can examine an athlete’s form, see how an athlete responds to a work out, and look for areas of improvement. There are some things that can only be done in person.

IronBrick Training is a St. Louis based coaching service led by Coach Paul Schon. Paul is a USAT certified coach who provides plans and services for all levels of athletes. While he has extensive experience in long-course racing as an 11-time Ironman finisher and has coached many an athlete towards their first iron or half-iron distance, Paul says his focus is on folks that are seeking something new — whether that is a new distance, a new time goal, or a new attitude on race day! Long before Paul was Coach Paul, he started out with the St. Louis Triathlon Club as a member and you’ll still find him active at club group events and monthly meetings. He can often be found huddled with client and non-client alike sharing little nuggets of triathlon wisdom from all his years of racing.

“Contact us and see what we can do for you….I have references from athletes just like you that can tell you what makes IronBrick a unique but very effective training service!”

Evolve Coaching Systems LLC. is a triathlon coaching company that offers individualized training plans for triathlon, swimming, cycling, and running. Evolve Coaching Systems LLC. was founded by Samantha Murphy with the intention of helping all multi-sport athletes reach their goals at their distance of choice, while balancing their personal life and work. While Evolve started as a small group of like-minded athletes based in the Saint Louis area, the team has grown to include five coaches and athletes who span the globe. At Evolve we believe that coaching when done right is about relationships and we are pleased to offer our athletes the chance to work with a coach who fits their individual needs.

Power Up Training Center is St. Louis’ premier indoor cycling training facility where athletes of all abilities are welcome. From beginners getting ready for their first organized cycling event to seasoned veterans preparing for their 10th Ironman, Power Up’s professional coaching staff can help you reach your cycling and fitness goals.

What makes Power Up Training Center different than other indoor cycling training facilities? Unlike other indoor cycling classes where all participants are doing the same workout on the same course, in Power Up classes, everyone is riding their bike and doing their own personalized workout on a course specifically selected for them. This is NOT ‘One size fits all’ training.

Established in 1994 by John Merli Sr., Dogfish specializes in custom screen printing and embroidery of apparel or gear bags. Offering quick turnarounds and competitive pricing, Dogfish has become one of the leading suppliers of custom graphic apparel in the St. Louis area. You may recognize their name and logo from the exploits and results of their local cycling team, Dogfish Racing.

In addition to providing the club with a discount on bulk apparel orders, Dogfish is also offering a generous referral kickback to the club for any custom graphic orders placed by individual club members for their work, school team, or other organization. Just mention that you are a St. Louis Tri Club member when you order.

Now based out of Indianapolis, Indiana, Racemaker Productions is an event managment and event timing company that focuses on giving back to the local communities where they host their events. Owned by Lee and Jamie O’Connor, Racemaker Productions prides itself on well-run and well-organized events that are fun and challenging. RMP’s races include everything from kids triathlons to sprint, olympic and half-iron distances for the multisport athlete. For runners, their list of races include 5K’s up to half-marathons and trail and cross country runs for those who prefer to run off-road. RMP events are also well-known for their epic swag which is often both useful and unique. In addition to their own races, RMP provides rental services as well as customized event management for any organization or individual looking to create an event fundraiser. Racemaker Productions has been a big supporter of our club and we are proud to see them grow and expand.