Rudy Project 2015 Year in Review: Part 1
What a year it has been! 2015 was filled with tons of new Rudy Project product releases, huge athlete victories, and some of the best social media photos we’ve ever seen! We couldn’t do it without our amazing athletes and fans, so thanks for being a part of our Rudy family. If you’re not already, be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to stay updated with our news on a daily basis. Now it’s time to sit back, relax, and start scrolling to check out Part 1 (yes, there’s more) of Rudy Project’s most epic year yet. Let’s take 2016 by storm!
Rudy Project News:
Rudy Project Dominates Helmet Count
for Record 5th Year in a Row
Rudy Project smashed all records by earning the prestigious title of “Most Worn Helmet at the IRONMAN® World Championships presented by GoPRO®” for the FIFTH consecutive year! LAVA Magazine released their official product count numbers, announcing that Rudy Project was again #1 with 639 helmets. Read more here: http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=7097
Rudy Project Launches 2015 Casual Collection
Rudy Project revealed the newest additions to our 2015 casual collection: the Warp, the Broomstyk, and the Sensor. With their exceptional styling elements, these cutting-edge frames are the perfect solution for athletes who desire to shine after they cross the finish line. Read more here: http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=3743
Rudy Project Transition 46 Bag Named
‘Best in Class’ by Triathlete Magazine
See why Triathlete Magazine named Rudy Project’s Transition 46 as the ‘Best in Class’ transition bag for 2015! Get all the details here:
http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=4517
Helmets! Helmets! Helmets!
With the overwhelming success of the Wing57 Aero / TT helmet, Rudy Project announced six new Limited Edition colors which perfectly complement this outstandingly fast and aerodynamic lid. Read more here:
http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=5798
But of course that wasn’t enough! Just weeks after revealing the Wing57 Limited Edition Color Collection, Rudy Project unveiled 3 new designs: the Wing57 Custom Color Collection. Exclusive to the North American market, these 3 unmistakable colors will blaze past the competition on race day. Read more:
http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=6272
Try ‘Em On! Rudy Project 2015 Events
Rudy Project’s 2015 Event Season had an amazing calendar of events! Whether you were looking to check out Rudy Project gear for the first time, a Rudy sponsored athlete interested in meeting the faces behind Rudy Project, or you had questions on our products and technologies, this year’s events were the perfect place to get a hands-on feel for the latest products with an extremely helpful Rudy staff. Check out where we visited this year: http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=6058
Athlete News:
Iron Cowboy FINISHES the 50-50-50!
HE DID IT! James Lawrence, The Iron Cowboy, crossed the finish line and completed 50 Full-Distance Triathlons, in 50 Days, in all 50 States!! 7,000+ Miles of racing. From all of us at Rudy Project, Congratulations James! Read more here:
http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/press/?p=6280
Piampiano Punches First IRONMAN Win
#IMWA @SarahPiampiano has capped off a monster year, punching her first IM win.
Wrap up –>https://t.co/60y4VHbMGg pic.twitter.com/Rn6AtymtNQ— witsup.com (@witsupcom) December 6, 2015
HUGE shout out to Sarah Piampiano for punching her first IRONMAN win this year at IRONMAN Western Australia! We’d also like to congratulate Yvonne van Vlerken who rounded out the women’s podium in 3rd. Read more at witsup.com:
http://www.witsup.com/piampiano-punches-her-first-ironman-win-ticket-at-ironman-western-australia/
Jones & Kelly Win World Paratriathlon Grand Final
https://t.co/l5VM7TARL7 pic.twitter.com/gD6Ysczcqw
— Michellie Jones (@GoMichellie) February 26, 2016
Paratriathlete Katie Kelly and her triathlete guide Michellie Jones won gold for Australia at the International Triathlon Union’s (ITU) World Triathlon Grand Final in Chicago! Kelly was diagnosed with Usher Syndrome, which makes her both hearing and vision impaired and is now considered legally blind. Read more:
http://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2015/09/21/4316714.htm
Jelly Belly Cycling Dominates at Redlands
Jelly Belly Cycling grabbed the Team GC win, and Gavin Mannion‘s took 2nd GC at Redlands Bicycle Classic this year! Check out some awesome photos here:
http://www.jellybellycycling.com/archives/1237
Haskins Takes San Juan
Happy to have completed my 1st 70.3! Thanks 4 support from family, friends, sponsors in helping me achieve victory! pic.twitter.com/NeHSWzs6SV
— Sarah Haskins (@sarahhaskinstri) March 15, 2015
Congratulations to Sarah Haskins for winning her IRONMAN® debut in Puerto Rico! Our sincere thoughts are also with the two athletes who were wounded during this race. Read more details here:
http://www.slowtwitch.com/News/Amorelli_Haskins_take_San_Juan_4948.html
Andy Newell on How to Wax for Classic
Many thanks to @AndyNewellskier for putting together latest @FastBigDog Nordic video on how to wax for classic. https://t.co/YWg78HYSwy
— slowtwitch.com (@slowtwitch) December 22, 2015
Three-time Olympian and US Ski Team Andy Newell is an all-around bad-ass, and he took time out of his busy schedule in Davos, Switzerland to provide Slowtwitch’s installment of, “Why Triathletes Should Nordic Ski” with an excellent video on classic waxing. Check it out: http://www.slowtwitch.com/Training/Nordic_Skiing/Andy_Newell_on_How_To_Wax_for_Classic_5549.html
Sprint Finish for Chrabot at Chattanooga
#IMChatt men’s race had the top three men separated by a mere 8 seconds at the Finish! @IRONMANtri @FinisherPix pic.twitter.com/ZVoZor4yZH
— IronmanLIVE.com (@IRONMANLive) September 28, 2015
Some speedy run splits helped decide the podium at IRONMAN Chattanooga this year! Congrats to the women’s champion Carrie Lester as well as Kim Schwabenbauer who snagged 3rd! The men’s race came down to a brutal sprint, but Matt Chrabot was able to capture 2nd! Be sure to watch the video below & read more about this historic finish at TRS Triathlon: http://trstriathlon.com/ironman-chattanooga/
Top Posts From Our Social Media:
From across the vast internet to right in our own back yard, here are some of the coolest photos, videos & stories that have been shared with us lately. Most of them, sent to us from people just like you, Rudy Project fans! Take a moment if you haven’t already, and connect with us on social media – keep sending us your photos, videos & stories – we’ll be sure to share them with the world!
An emotional day for @jessdiggs and @dophed as they talk about the team sprint. https://t.co/NsqOmfl1tN pic.twitter.com/4Xrzweg7Nk
— USSA Nordic (@USSA_Nordic) February 23, 2015
Credit: Maegan Wilson
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