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Sponsors

Allina Hospitals & Clinics

Allina Hospitals & Clinics is a not-for-profit family of hospitals, clinics and other care services dedicated to meeting the lifelong health care needs of communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Allina owns and operates 11 hospitals, more than 90 clinics, and health care services including home care, hospice care, palliative care, oxygen and medical equipment, pharmacies and emergency medical transportation. The largest health care organization in Minnesota, Allina believes fitness and overall wellness are essential to good health.

Toyota

Toyota is committed to the sport of triathlon and all participants from beginners to professionals. Similar to how the Race To The Toyota Cup provides something for everyone, Toyota's full lineup of vehicles offers efficiency, dependability, quality and performance for all drivers.

As triathletes, you are consistently training, racing and analyzing your performance in order to improve. Likewise, one of Toyota's core principles is Kaizen, which stands for continuous improvement. Currently, Toyota is spending $1,000,000 dollars per hour on research and development to enhance the safety and technology of its vehicles. As you head out for your next training session, Toyota will be working hard as well to improve it's vehicles and your future driving experience.

Life Time Fitness

Far more than the typical “club” or “gym” which offers little more than a room with equipment, Life Time Fitness has set the bar high in quality and value by helping individuals assess their state of health, set personalized goals and objectives, and achieve success once and for all. With a wide range of healthy-way-of-life-programs, trained and certified fitness and nutrition professionals and very large, world-class facilities, Life Time Fitness is the definitive destination for individuals and families seeking a healthy and active way of life. Life Time Fitness currently operates 87 centers in 19 states.

All Whites

Crystal Farms® AllWhites® 100% liquid egg whites are a great source of lean, energy boosting protein. With zero fat and cholesterol, AllWhites are a healthy and convenient way to get more lean protein. In addition to AllWhites, Crystal Farms offers a variety of products such as Better’n Eggs®, Simply Potatoes® and Crystal Farms® Cheese, butter, bagels and English muffins.

Champion System

Race tested and approved by top triathletes like Greg and Laura Bennett, Champion System custom technical apparel is available through easy online ordering with super low minimums. As the official custom technical apparel sponsor for the Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup, we offer a full line of custom tri, cycling, run, swim and casual clothing for clubs, teams, and individual athletes.

Gear West Bike and Triathlon

Gear West Bike & Triathlon has been a tri specific store for more than 15 years. We have had the good fortune to work with all range of athletes from first time cyclists to world class athletes. All of us participate in multisport events which affords us the first hand experience with what product does and doesn't work well. We have the right products and the right answers to help you get you through your race or set a PR. We do professional bike fittings as well as offer rental wetsuits, bikes, and race wheels. From the time you register through race morning Gear West Bike & Tri is here for you.

Janus

Janus is a global investment firm based in Denver, CO, that offers a range of strategies across growth, fixed income, value, risk-managed equities and alternatives. Managing investments for shareholders, clients and institutions around the world means Janus has an important stake in the financial futures of our investors. With the same passion and perseverance as a competitive athlete, Janus digs in and pushes hard to uncover the brightest opportunities to help investors finish first.

JR Watkins

Committed to being America's most trusted natural products company, Watkins adheres strictly to the same quality standards set forth by its founder J.R. Watkins. J.R. Watkins Natural Apothecary line of personal care contains only natural, environmentally friendly ingredients from renewable resources, avoiding chemicals like parabens, sulfates, phthalates and more and, is one of very few lines to be certified by the Natural Products Association.

K-Swiss

Founded more than forty years ago in Van Nuys, California, K•Swiss (NASDAQ: KSWS) introduced the first all-leather tennis shoe, the K•Swiss "Classic" in 1966. Since its inception, K•Swiss has rooted itself in California Sport with an aim to be the most inspiring and innovative sports brand in the market. Today the company offers performance and lifestyle footwear and apparel for several categories under its California Sports umbrella including Tennis Heritage, California Fit (Running, Triathlon and Fitness) and California Youth. K•Swiss also designs, develops and markets footwear under the Palladium brand, and owns the FORM Athletics brand. For more information about K•Swiss, visit www.kswiss.com.

Orca

Orca is a creator and developer of cutting edge triathlon apparel. Our designs have helped professional triathletes to multiple Wolrd Championships in every level of the sport. Have your best swim in an Orca.

Zico

Founded in 2004 by Mark Rampolla, ZICO Beverages, LLC. (pronounced Zee-Koh) is the maker of ZICO Pure Premium Coconut Water. With five essential electrolytes, more potassium than a banana, low acidity and zero fat, zero added sugar, and zero cholesterol, ZICO is the all natural, refreshing way to hydrate and replenish. As a result, ZICO has become the replenishment beverage of choice among leading runners, cyclists, tri-athletes, yogis and surfers, among others. And now that ZICO is the only major pure premium coconut water brand available in a resealable, recyclable, on-the-go bottle, with naturally 20% fewer calories per serving than other coconut waters and a naturally better balance of electrolytes for optimal hydration, ZICO truly is the ultimate hydration drink. ZICO is headquartered in Hermosa Beach, Calif. For more information, visit http://www.zico.com

Ziploc

Better for the environment. Still Ziploc® Fresh.
As the makers of Ziploc® Brand products, we're committed to keeping your food fresh. But we're also committed to helping protect the environment. Introducing Ziploc® evolve™ Sandwich and Storage Bags—they're made with 25 percent less plastic* and manufactured using wind power.
At home and on the go, Ziploc® evolve™ Bags keep all your meals and snacks fresh and tasty, so you can eat healthy while living a little greener.

Philadelphia Insurance Companies

With coverages for over 80 types of business, Philadelphia Insurance Companies (PHLY) specializes in insurance for professional and amateur sports, fitness trainers and gyms, nonprofits, religious organizations, as well as various management and professional liability coverages.

KIWI®

There is more to show care than first-class shoe polish.
The extensive KIWI® product range completes your shoe kit, making you and your shoes look good. From traditional shoe care outside the shoe to laces and then inside the shoe with insoles and shoe fresheners. Whether you’ve been out running, playing basketball or just walking through town, your athletic footwear needs care and attention just as much as your other shoes. Keep your sport shoes or street wear in top condition with KIWI®!

OFF!®

An OFF! ® Insect Repellent for Every Occasion
OFF! ® Personal and Area Repellents provide mosquito protection for you and your entire family, no matter what the occasion. Enjoy the protection of OFF! ® Repellent when you’re relaxing in the backyard, at the beach, gardening, camping, at sporting events and any place else you find yourself outdoors.