This month, we are highlighting our Gold Level Sponsor -

Merrell, Irwin, and Associates. 

Merrell, Irwin & Associates was formed in July 2019 by Jenni Merrell and Mandy Irwin. Their mission is to provide clients with outstanding accounting and professional services while helping them to understand their financial situation and plan for their future.

New Hub for CTC Communications - The ePeak app

Join the Chico Triathlon Club on Epeak by downloading the app with the link https://epeak.page.link/store and using the code 53E1E during your registration.

If you haven’t downloaded it yet, please do.  We are trying to support each other with a more focused approach to staying connected.

Training:

The next target race is the Granite Bay Triathlon on August 23, 2025.  The training group is open to all CTC members, and workouts will be targeted at international distances.  Regardless of the race you are training for, plugging into this group will be helpful for your training in 2025.

Swims:

The Friday Morning One Mile open water swims have been paused for now based on water cleanliness concerns.

Rides:

The Friday Rides will begin sometime after June 20th.

Wednesday Fun/Fit/Fast 50’s: Check the Chico Area Group Rides Facebook page for more details. 

There are scattered weekend rides, but the most consistent riding opportunities can be found on the Chico Area Group Rides Facebook page.

Runs:

Saturday Morning Runs: The Saturday morning runs meet at Five Mile Recreation Area near the bathrooms. There’s an 8:00 AM “dog” run and a slower-paced run that leaves at 9:00 AM. Check the CTC Facebook page and ePeak for updates and starting times.

Tuesday Night Run: The Tuesday night run meets at Veteran’s Memorial Park (Wildwood Park) at 5:30 PM.

Thursday Night Hill Repeats: The Thursday night hill repeats crew is meeting at in Upper Part at 5:30 PM.

Check the CTC Facebook page and ePeak page for updates and starting times.

CTC President’s Report - April 2025 

Swim, Bike, Run, Rinse, Repeat

Thanks for checking out the April President’s Report!  We have some fun events and triathlons coming up, but first, an acknowledgment of one of our sponsors:

Sponsors:

This month, we are highlighting our Platinum Level Sponsor -

Inspire Physical Therapy                                                          

Inspire Physical Therapy offers physical therapy programs near you for adults who want to return to activities they love.  A comfortable environment with friendly staff helps you look forward to your physical therapy.

New Hub for CTC Communications - The ePeak app

Join the Chico Triathlon Club on Epeak by downloading the app with the link https://epeak.page.link/store and using the code 53E1E during your registration.

If you haven’t downloaded it yet, please do.  We are trying to support each other with a more focused approach to staying connected.

Save the Date

CTC’s First Professional Triathlon Camp

Hosted by Laura “Sid” Siddall

August 1-3, 2025

You will find a flyer for the Tri Camp in your email.

Limited to the first 20 to register.

Only $50 for members!!

Email Justin at president@chicotriathlonclub.com if you are

Athlete of the Month: Tyler Spangler

The athlete of the month for March 2025 is Tyler Spangler!!  Tyler was the overall winner of the Ice Breaker Triathlon!

Congratulations, Tyler, on being the Athlete of the Month for the Chico Triathlon Club!

Club races for 2025 have been decided!

Folsom Lake International - May 10th, 2025

Black Butte Triathlon - June 14th, 2025

Granite Bay Team Triathlon - August 23rd, 2025

Our first club race, Folsom Lake International, is right around the corner.  If you are racing, we wish you the best of luck.  If you are not racing, feel free to volunteer or cheer on your favorite triathletes!

Black Butte Triathlon is about 6 weeks away.  If you haven’t registered already, you should register soon!  These spots go quickly.

Race Results 

New results are being monitored by Tyler Spangler, but there has not been a ton of racing going on.  If you have raced and we missed it, please let us know!  Thanks to Tyler for compiling the race results.

Volunteer Opportunity:

If you are not racing on 6/14, Volunteer at Black Butte Triathlon!  Clear your calendar and support you favorite triathletes!!

Training:

 Eric Ayars Winter/Spring 2025 Training Program is about to wrap up with the Folsom Lake International Triathlon.  

Good luck to all of you who have been training with Eric!

We have some new, fun, and exciting training events coming your way.

Time Trials -

We are targeting 4 TT’s this year, and we are going to be doing things a little differently…

Our First TT:

When - May 25th at 9:00 am (yes, that is a Sunday morning) 

Where - Humbolt Road (yes, that is a different location.)  

We are hoping that with a different day of the week, we can get more folks out there to test themselves on a newly repaved course with no vehicle traffic.

And the bonus is that if you were going to ride long on Sunday, you can do the TT first and then go for your long ride!!

Thursday Night Hill Repeats -

Located in Upper Park, there are a group of folks that have been running Hill Repeats on Thursday Nights.  If you want to be a stronger runner, there are few things you can do that are better than Hill Repeats.  Come on out and give it a try.

Swims:

The Friday Morning One Mile open water swims will start after Memorial Day.  Keep an eye out on ePeak for more details.  If you are looking to swim, we recommend swimming at the InMotion Pool.  You can often catch other triathletes swimming with the Chico Aquajets Masters Program at the InMotion Pool. 

Rides:

Wednesday Night Rides: The 50’s have started and are rolling at 5:30pm on Wednesday nights.  These rides leave from Rosedale Elementary and they are a Chico cycling staple.  Please check the Chico Area Group Rides Facebook page for more details. 

There are scattered weekend rides, but the most consistent riding opportunities can be found on the Chico Area Group Rides Facebook page.

Runs:

Saturday Morning Runs: The Saturday morning runs meet at Five Mile Recreation Area near the bathrooms. There’s an 8:00 AM “dog” run and a slower-paced run that leaves at 9:00 AM. Check the ePeak app for updates and starting times.

Tuesday Night Run: The Tuesday night run meets at the Sycamore Pool next to the bathrooms at 5:30 PM.

Check the ePeak App for updates and starting times.

May the waters be clear, the wind be at your back, and keep the rubber side down.

Justin Waller

CTC Board President

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CTC President’s Report - March 2025 

Swim, Bike, Run, Rinse, Repeat

Thanks for checking out the March President’s Report!  We have some fun events and triathlons coming up, but first, an acknowledgment of one of our sponsors:

Sponsors:

This month, we are highlighting our Platinum Level Sponsor -

Royal Aire                                                          

Royal Aire is the north state’s premier Solar, Heating and Air company.  Royal Aire is a complete heating and air company, repairing and installing furnaces and air conditioners. Furthermore, they offer solar, plumbing, insulation and water treatment services.  Royal Aire serves Butte and Glenn Counties.  

Order your Kit ASAP!!

Order Deadline is 3/24/25 at Midnight!

Link to the Voler Store

CTC-branded shirts and apparel can be ordered anytime through Squadlocker.

The 2025 Launch Party

Fun was had by all at the 2025 Launch party.  CTC members were joined by many members of the Chico State Triathlon Team, as well as Professional Triathlete Laura “Sid” Siddall.

Athlete of the Month: Karen English

The athlete of the month for March 2025 is Karen English!!

Karen won her age group at the Frost or Fog 5k and has been a wonderful long-term supporter of the club.   

Congratulations, Karen, on being an Athlete of the Month for the Chico Triathlon Club!

Club races for 2025 have been decided!

Folsom Lake International - May 10th, 2025

Black Butte Triathlon - June 14th, 2025

Granite Bay Team Triathlon - August 23rd, 2025

Race Results 

New results are being monitored by Tyler Spangler, but there has not been a ton of racing going on.  If you have raced and we missed it, please let us know!  Thanks to Tyler for compiling the race results.

Volunteer Opportunity:

The club has not identified any current volunteer opportunities.  We will update you as those opportunities present themselves.

Training:

 Eric Ayars Winter/Spring 2025 Training Program:

Our own Eric Ayars, has started a training group/program that will be facilitated through the “CTC Training” page on Facebook.

The current Target Race is the Folsom Lake International Triathlon on May 10, 2025.  The secondary target race is the Black Butte Triathlon on June 14th, 2025.  The third target race is the Granite Bay Triathlon on August 23, 2025.  The training group is open to all CTC members, and workouts will be targeted at international distances.  Regardless of the race you are training for, plugging into this group will be helpful for your training in 2025.

I highly recommend you check out the CTC Training group for details.

Swims:

The Friday Morning One Mile open water swims have stopped for the winter.  If you are looking to swim, we recommend swimming at the InMotion Pool.  You can often catch other triathletes swimming with the Chico Aquajets Masters Program at the InMotion Pool. 

Rides:

The Friday Rides are Canceled for now

Wednesday Night Rides: The 50’s have started and are rolling at 5:30pm on Wednesday nights.  These rides leave from Rosedale Elementary and they are a Chico cycling staple.  Please check the Chico Area Group Rides Facebook page for more details. 

There are scattered weekend rides, but the most consistent riding opportunities can be found on the Chico Area Group Rides Facebook page.

Runs:

Saturday Morning Runs: The Saturday morning runs meet at Five Mile Recreation Area near the bathrooms. There’s an 8:00 AM “dog” run and a slower-paced run that leaves at 9:00 AM. Check the CTC Facebook page for updates and starting times.

Tuesday Night Run: The Tuesday night run meets at the Sycamore Pool next to the bathrooms at 5:30 PM.

Check the CTC Facebook page for updates and starting times.

May the waters be clear, the wind be at your back, and keep the rubber side down.

Justin Waller

CTC Board President

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