Matthew Bates
Waco, TX
I ran cross country throughout high school and raced some triathlons during summer camps as early as 1997. After a short time racing in mountain bikes in California and Texas, I make the switch over to triathlons. My preferred race is the Sprint or Olympic triathlon, but I would like to complete an ironman one day. I also race cyclocross in the winters and occasionally run marathons. The ’07-08 racing seasons have been my most productive in terms of wins and I have really enjoyed competing at this level.
Runner for 17 years, Cyclist for 15 years, Swimmer for 14 years
First Triathlon: 1997
Completed 18 triathlons, 2 marathons
Best results:
8th overall finish - Rio de Vino Tri 2007
1st AG place 4 times ’06, 07’, 07’, ‘08
2nd AG place 2 times ’06, ‘08
3rd AG place 2 times ‘07
Current Sponsors: Clif bar, Nuun, Suunto
Product tester: Suunto
I ran cross country throughout high school and raced some triathlons during summer camps as early as 1997. After a short time racing in mountain bikes in California and Texas, I make the switch over to triathlons. My preferred race is the Sprint or Olympic triathlon, but I would like to complete an ironman one day. I also race cyclocross in the winters and occasionally run marathons. The ’07-08 racing seasons have been my most productive in terms of wins and I have really enjoyed competing at this level.
Runner for 17 years, Cyclist for 15 years, Swimmer for 14 years
First Triathlon: 1997
Completed 18 triathlons, 2 marathons
Best results:
8th overall finish - Rio de Vino Tri 2007
1st AG place 4 times ’06, 07’, 07’, ‘08
2nd AG place 2 times ’06, ‘08
3rd AG place 2 times ‘07
Current Sponsors: Clif bar, Nuun, Suunto
Product tester: Suunto