Jan 27, 2010
Captex Triathlon Race Committee looking for members

Jan 23, 2010
Capital of Texas Triathlon announces Design contest for 20 year Anniversary

For the 20^thAnniversary of the Capital of Texas Triathlon (1991 – 2010), we are holding a t-shirt design contest.  We want to see some creative designs that will highlight this special anniversary year.  We hope to pick 5 winning designs.  The favorite design of these 5 as selected by the race committee will win $500.  Other designs that are chosen and are used as one of the souvenir shirts at this year’s race will receive $250.  If you have any questions or have a design you would like to submit, contact us at design@captextri.com

Dec 01, 2009
Capital of Texas Triathlon ranks on You Tube.com

The 2009 Capital of Texas Triathlon made its debut on You Tube.

Aug 31, 2009
Capital of Texas Triathlon presents check to the Wounded Warrior Sports Disabled Sports Project

During the CapTexTri Volunteer Appreciation Picnic, Iraqi War veteran Juan Arredondo, representing the Wounded Warrior Project and Disabled Sports USA, accepts a check for $10,000.00 from the directors of the Capital of Texas Triathlon, Rick Margiotta and Brad Davison.  The Wounded Warrior Disabled Sports Project is the primary beneficiary of the Capital of Texas Triathlon. 

Jul 17, 2009
Capital of Texas Open Water Swim

Jun 26, 2009
Volunteer Appreciation Party August 29th, 2009

If you were a volunteer come join us on August 29th, 2009  for the Volunteer Appreciation Party. The Appreciation Party will follow the Captex Tri Open Water Swim.

Athletes are welcome to attend to say thank you for all of the hard work by our volunteers.  

Volunteers and Particpants please wear your race shirt to be recognized and for admission.

Location: TBA

Time: 11 am

Jun 01, 2009
Capital of Texas Triathlon Awards

This year at the Capital of Texas Triathlon, The race managment wanted to do something special for our athletes.  We have teamed up with Action Sports International to provide custom awards.

You will be receiving a email with instructions from Action Sports International on how to select your photo for your award. and your award will be mailed directly to you.

May 22, 2009
Capital of Texas Triathlon sets new record for participation

The 2009 Capital of Texas Triathlon has reached its capacity. Please come and join us the ITU Pan American Continental Cup. Monday 25th, 11 am at Auditorium Shores.

May 21, 2009
Lake Temperature

Lady Bird Lake sitting at a brisk 70 degrees as of this morning--wet-suit legal as of 5/22/2009

May 20, 2009
First Tri and Sprint Sold Out

Thanks to everyone who signed up. Good luck!

May 17, 2009
First Tri Full; few spots left for Sprint

The 2009 Capital of Texas Triathlon only has a few spots left in the Sprint and Olympic Distance. Hurry and sign up and be part of Texas Premier Triathlon.

May 15, 2009
Ship your bike!

Mellow Johnny's is offering bike shipping services. 512-473-0222. Send your bike to Mellow Johnny's and not hastle with the airlines! CLICK HERE

May 15, 2009
Participant instructions should be available Sunday.

Participant instructions should be available Sunday.  E-mail notices will be sent out to all registered athletesDownload

May 22, 2009
Volunteers still needed

Volunteers are still needed to help with the event.  Help is needed on both Sunday 5/24 and Monday 5/25. 

Apr 16, 2009
Home Stays Needed for Elite Athletes

Home Stays Needed for Elite Athletes

We are expecting a fairly large number of Professional athletes looking for extended home stays due to the Pan American Championship race held in Oklahoma City the week before the CapTexTri.  Some athletes are looking to come to Austin as early as the 18^th of May.  Anyone who would be willing to open their home to these athletes, please contact Rick@captextri.com.

Apr 07, 2009
Tentative Swim Wave Times posted:

The 2009 CapTexTri Swim Wave times have been posted.

You may find the Swim Waves under the Course Maps tab.

Swim Waves:

May 02, 2009
USOC update on Swine Flu

The USOC has issued a update on their position on the Swine Flu.

Mar 07, 2009
Capital of Texas Triathlon looking to add Committee Members

March 7, 2009

For Immediate Release

The organizing committee is looking to add a few more folks.  If you’d like to help out with the production of the events, and are willing to put in some hard yet rewarding work for the race, please e-mail rick@captextri.com.  Committee members receive some compensation and lots of race swag.

Feb 01, 2009
2009 Capital of Texas Triathlon Registration Opens

The 2009 Capital of Texas Triathlon Registration is now officially open.

Please register early and avoid missing out on early entry discounts and being left out from a sell out.

If you run into any issues please email at info@captextri.com

Dec 16, 2008
Capital of Texas Triathlon is the host of the 2009 Physically Challenged Military Championship

In 2009, The Capital of Texas Triathlon is hosting the physically Challenged Military Championship. We will be working with the Wounded Warrior Project and the US Disabled Athlete Foundation to help those soldiers who were injured in the recent conflicts. For some of the soldiers this will be their first triathlon ever. Please come support our soldiers and race along side our men and women in uniform.

Dec 16, 2008
R& B Sports LLC chosen to present at the 2009 USA Triathlon Race Director Conference

Brad Davison and Rick Marigotta were chosen to present at the 2009 USA Triathlon Race Director Conference in Colorado Springs, CO. They will be presenting on how to prepare your race for inclement weather. Utilizing technology to stay ahead of mother nature.