Mattia Ceccarelli and Elisabetta Curridori were the winners of CHALLENGERICCIONE 2019
CHALLENGERICCIONE was one big party for the 1500+ athletes who participated in the 2019 edition. The event attracted a huge crowd of spectators to the race start on Sunday morning and the tension could literally be sensed among the pro athletes. After 113 kilometers of racing in challenging weather conditions, it was Elisabetta Curridori, who […]
Lisa Roberts takes the lead in CHALLENGEFAMILY World Bonus, Romain Guillaume shares first position with Pieter Heemeryck
After an intense weekend full of CHALLENGEFAMILY races, the current rankings of the CHALLENGEFAMILY World Bonus has been shaken up considerably. Points were divided at CHALLENGETAIWAN, CHALLENGEGRANCANARIA and CHALLENGECANCUN. Romain Guillaume won CHALLENGETAIWAN after an impressive race. This victory gave him 750 points for the rankings and thanks to this amount of points he is […]
Impressive international pro field lining up for CHALLENGERICCIONE 2019
CHALLENGERICCIONE is ready for the race weekend on May 4th and 5th and is looking forward to top performances by a great line up of international professional athletes. “After last years victory here in Riccione I can guarantee that the organisation of the race by this team will be outstanding. I love to race in […]
CHALLENGEWANAKA proud to host the 2020 Challenge Asia Pacific Championship
New Zealand will host the 2020 Challenge Asia Pacific Championship on 15 February as part of the CHALLENGEWANAKA Triathlon Festival series. The Challenge Asia Pacific Championship will draw professional and age group triathletes from around the globe to compete on the iconic and honest middle distance course. CHALLENGEFAMILY CEO, Zibi Szlufcik sees the Challenge Asia […]
Emma Pallant and Pieter Heemeryck are the winners of CHALLENGEMOGAN GRAN CANARIA
Both Emma Pallant and Pieter Heemeryck met the organisers´ and fans´ expectations and rose to the occasion in the fourth edition of CHALLENGEMOGAN GRAN CANARIA. Emma Pallant repeated her triumph of 2017, becoming the queen of the race after finishing in 04:36:07, almost 13 minutes ahead of runner up Tessa Kortekaas from the Netherlands. Herewith […]
Andy Potts and Ellie Salthouse win Challenge Cancun after leading from start to finish
It was an amazing day for Andy Potts (USA) and Ellie Salthouse (AUS): both athletes were ‘from another world’ as they took the win at CHALLENGECANCUN after leading from start to finish. It took Potts 3:47:04 to finish his 1.9 kilometre swim, 90 kilometre bike and 21.1 kilometre run. Salthouse took the victory after 4:09:37. […]
Strong pro field promises exciting inaugural CHALLENGECANCUN
With an amazing strong pro field at the start, on Sunday 28 April CHALLENGECANCUN is about to make a ‘grand entrée’ on the international triathlon calendar. Next to the twenty top class pro athletes, hundreds of Age Groupers will take the challenge in the tropical surroundings of the Mexican hotspot Cancun and swim 1.9 km, […]
Sid’s TRAVEL TIPS – Part 2
Following on from Part 1, I wanted to expand more on one of the most stressful parts of travel… Luggage! So below are my thoughts and tips as you head into the summer of racing and navigating airports and train stations around the world. Luggage is always a big topic. Let’s get straight in! Luggage […]
CHALLENGEFAMILY announces partnership with LONG COURSE WEEKEND and HAUTE ROUTE
CHALLENGEFAMILY will join forces with two big names in the endurance sports event sector – LONG COURSE WEEKEND and HAUTE ROUTE. It is a big step forward for all three companies founded on an inclusive, innovative and family-orientated approach and so many athletes worldwide will benefit from this quality focused collaboration. Zibi Szlufcik, CEO of […]
Sid’s TRAVEL TIPS – Part 1
The Northern Hemisphere season has kicked off and with an amazing smorgasbord of races to choose from across Europe and the USA, I thought I’d give some more tips around travel, that I’ve picked up on over the past few years of travelling the world training and racing. As most of you may know, I […]
Strong pro field expected at CHALLENGEMELBOURNE: spectacle guaranteed!
With CHALLENGEMELBOURNE approaching this Sunday, April 14th, it’s going to be an exciting race for both athletes and spectators: A remarkably strong pro field will be on the starting line, with each and every athlete prepared to go all out and claim victory. Of course it’s not just the strong pro field that makes this […]
Excellent starter field on 19th of May 2019 Challenge Heilbronn and title sponsor hep present their athletes
There are only six weeks left until the race weekend and therefore the highest time for the presentation of the top athletes. The hep CHALLENGEHEILBRONN powered by Audi and its Güglinger title sponsor used a press conference to inform about the latest news. Hep introduced its current hep Sports Team, a team of selected endurance […]
Pieter Heemeryck dominates CHALLENGEFAMILY World Bonus after first races, three woman in the lead
After finishing fourth in the last year’s CHALLENGEFAMILY World Bonus, Belgian Pieter Heemeryck has started his 2019 season very strong and therefore he is in a strong lead at the current rankings. After two wins, CHALLENGEDAYTONA and CHALLENGESALOU, he is on a total of 500 points now. At the women’s rankings there are three leaders […]
CHALLENGEFAMILY extends partnership with PowerBar
PowerBar will become the “Official Nutrition Partner“ of CHALLENGEFAMILY and will support races in Riccione (Italy), Herning (Denmark), Walchsee (Austria), Almere (Amsterdam) and Peguera (Mallorca) for the next two years. PowerBar is also set to provide athlete nutrition once again for “The Championship” in Samorin (Slovakia). Following on from the huge success of THECHAMPIONSHIP in 2018, PowerBar is extending its collaboration with CHALLENGEFAMILY. […]
CHALLENGEFAMILY extends partnership with PowerBar
PowerBar will become the “Official Nutrition Partner” of CHALLENGEFAMILY to support the races in Riccione (Italy), Herning (Denmark), Walchsee (Austria), Almere (Amsterdam) and Peguera (Mallorca) for the next two years. PowerBar is also set to provide athlete nutrition once again for “The Championship” in Samorin (Slovakia). Following on from the huge success of THECHAMPIONSHIP in 2018, […]
Challenge Family is opening up a new chapter with Challenge Anhui in China
The first ever CHALLENGEFAMILY race in mainland China will take place on October 20, 2019 in the province of Anhui. Located in an area for international cultural tourism and with a spectacular scenery of mountain ridges and lakes, CHALLENGEANHUI offers perfect conditions for athletes from all over the world. The swim will be held in the scenic urban river followed by […]
Judith Corachán and Pieter Heemeryck are the winners of CHALLENGESALOU 2019
With an impressive winning time of 04:16:58 Judith Corachán has defended her title at CHALLENGESALOU 2019. The Catalan triathlete was able to dissociate runner up Daniela Bleymehl (04:18:38) and third place finisher Emma Pallent (04:20:04) on the run course. In the male’s category, Belgian triathlete Pieter Heemeryck came out on top with a time of […]
Story of a Backpack
A backpack is much more than a simple sports bag, or just a suitcase to pack. A backpack is not only for keeping sports clothes, but also for storing dreams. Jose Bario is fulfilling his own dreams and takes you on a journey to Kilimanjaro. For all of us with goals and objectives that make […]
CHALLENGEFAMILY renews partnership with Taymory
For the second consecutive year, Taymory is the Official Technical Partner of Challenge Family and will continue to supply innovations and benefits to organizers and triathletes. Taymory renewed the Sponsorship agreement with CHALLENGEFAMILY 2019 by incorporating exclusive customization services for races through a complete line of technical apparel, in addition to being the licensing partner […]
Race beneath the Table Mountain in the Best City of the World at CHALLENGECAPE TOWN
CHALLENGECAPE TOWN will be the newest addition on the CHALLENGEFAMILY world map and welcomes athletes from all over the world to experience racing in a truly unique setting. Located right in front of the famous Table Mountain the race will offer breathtaking scenic views and a vivid atmosphere around the historical sites of Cape Town on […]
A Top International Professional Field starts Challenge Salou
CHALLENGESALOU will feature a spectacular professional field on Sunday April 07. “It´s my third year to compete in CHALLENGESALOU and for sure this edition will be the toughest one with this awesome pro list. I am exited to compare my level with these strong guys after a long winter training and I am aiming for […]
Postcard from Sid – Tips for visiting Challenge Salou
Hola! Greetings from Salou, Spain Well, actually I’m not in Salou Spain, but still in New Zealand as I haven’t made my migration north yet. However, this weekends see a great festival event take place in Salou, and I have fond memories from last years race. There have also made a few changes and so […]
Daniela is ready for Challenge Salou
Hi everyone! How are you doing? I hope your preparations are going well and you are looking forward to the start of the season as much as I do. My first race is just around the corner and the excitement is rising day by day. 🙂 Challenge Salou will not only be my first race […]
FORD CHALLENGEPRAGUE: World triathlon returns to Prague
The Czech metropolis will come alive again with a triathlon holiday in four months. The centre of Prague will be transformed into the venue of the third edition of the attractive FORD CHALLENGEPRAGUE competition with both professionals and amateur athletes from all over the world on Saturday, July 27. Triathlon stars and enthusiastic amateurs are […]
CHALLENGEFAMILY announces partnership with Zone3
CHALLENGEFAMILY proudly presents a new partnership with the world´s top-rated triathlon brand, Zone3. This partnership will provide the athletes with a wide range of specially designed endurance products. As Zone3 is CHALLENGEFAMILY´s official license partner for swim wear, a large selection of wetsuits and further swim apparel will be available for beginners, intermediate, professional athletes […]
Five CHALLENGEFAMILY races left to qualify for THECHAMPIONSHIP
The qualification period for THECHAMPIONSHIP 2019 edition kicked off almost a year ago. Numerous amazing CHALLENGEFAMILY races have provided athletes with the opportunity for to qualify for this highlight of the CHALLENGEFAMILY race calendar, which will be held on 2nd June 2019. At this point of the season, there are only five races left to […]
CHALLENGELISBOA – 5 Travel Tips You Should Not Miss
If you love triathlon and travelling CHALLENGELISBOA is the perfect opportunity to have a mix of both! CHALLENGELISBOA has grown over the past 3 years and is facing the biggest competition open to the professional, beginners and the whole family. Top 5 Travel Tips: LX Factory Enjoy this young and fresh hipster neighborhood in an […]
CHALLENGEDAYTONA Invites Applications for 2019 Ambassador Team
CHALLENGEDAYTONA invites passionate multi-sport athletes from around the world to apply for the 2019 CHALLENGEDAYTONA Ambassador Team. The individuals selected will serve as emissaries and educators for the CHALLENGEDAYTONA Triathlon Festival, slated for December 13-15, 2019. The inaugural CHALLENGEDAYTONA, dubbed “Best New Race of 2018” by Triathlete Magazine, enjoyed enthusiastic support from a nine-person local […]
Sid’s favourite Snacks for training session fuelling and day to day fuelling
Sid’s favourite Snacks for training session fuelling and day to day fuelling This past summer whilst In Girona, I started working with an awesome nutritionalist Gemma Sampson. I’ve never followed a specific diet, or calorie counted, as I’ve tended to have a belief that everything in moderation, and if you just get a good balance […]
Christmas Promotion Winner Stories
The CHALLENGEFAMILY Christmas Promotion achieved a huge response from athletes all over the world. We’d like to take this opportunity to relay some of their special stories, since all athletes have their own personal motivation, special goals and are surrounded by certain people who support them in making their dreams become reality. When Adrian Jelley […]
CHALLENGEDAYTONA Announces Official “Daytona Distance Under the Lights” Professional Race
Building on the undeniable success and unique circumstances of the inaugural CHALLENGEDAYTONA triathlon in December 2018, race organizers are thrilled to announce the new “Daytona Distance Under the Lights” format for the 2019 professional field. The event, which is exclusive to professional athletes, will be highlighted by a 15-lap (37.5-mile) bike course and 8.2-mile run […]
Frederic Funk – A new star on the triathlon scene
Hi Everyone, My name is Frederic Funk, I’m 21 years old and a German pro triathlete from Nürnberg and one of the new ambassadors for Challenge Family. I’m pretty new on the scene and for sure many of you guys don’t know me yet. Last year was my first year as a pro triathlete and also […]
Challenge Riccione – “Train in your time trial position at moderate or threshold intensity alternated with threshold climbs and above threshold climbs”
Have a look at CHALLENGERICCIONE’s Race Courses and specific Training Tips from Race Director Alessandro Alessandri, the Head Coach of the Sammarinese Swim Federation Luca Corsetti and Running Coach Francesco Aluigi. THE SWIM Athletes will swim 300 meters straight out from the coast and then swim parallel to the beach for about 750 meters until […]
CHALLENGEFAMILY partners with Xhale – “We are super excited to offer Challenge Athletes Race specific programmes”
Xhale is a coaching and training platform which has intuition and communication at its core. Created initially to enable online coaching to be more interactive and supportive, this has remained the most important thing to its developers. As more coaches and athletes experience the difference that Xhale can make to their training, it is quickly […]
Postcard from Sid – Kia Ora! Greetings from Wanaka, New Zealand.
Kia Ora! Greetings from Wanaka, New Zealand. I think this is my favourite place in the world! Wanaka! Just amazing. I’m going to go right in. This is a bucket list race and a real ‘must do’. It’s a truly special place and course. It’s an honest course, and just incredibly spectacular for the swim, […]