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June 22, 2009

The Today Show - Chance for Children


The Today Show's Al Roker spends time with youth in Pacific Palisades. TYR donated warm-ups, caps, goggles and swimsuits to make camp an experience the kids will never forget.

The Today Show - Chance for Children

The Today Show - Chance for Children

Women's Basketball Star Lisa Leslie with Al Roker on set of the Today Show in Pacific Palisades.

The Today Show - Chance for Children


Al Roker with members of Baywatch.

The Today Show - Chance for Children

The Today Show - Chance for Children

The Today Show - Chance for Children

The Today Show - Chance for Children

Chance for Children receives the Lend a Hand award. Kids are on set at the Today Show. ect>

The Today Show - Chance for Children


After providing the famous red Baywatch swimsuits, TYR partnered with members of the show to support its Chance for Children foundation. The non-profit organization teaches inner-city kids to swim and surf in Malibu. The Today Show honored Chance for Children with the Lend a Hand award. TYR was among the businesses that contributed over $420,000 to help provide the opportunity for kids to go to camp and learn to swim and surf.

The Today Show - Chance for Children

May 22, 2009

Minnesota Junior Elite Triathlon Team Joins TYR


TYR is the official triathlon apparel and swimwear sponsor of MJET, an elite age-group team of triathletes.

TYR’s Racetech® Swim Goggle Receives High Marks in Men’s Journal


The long-acclaimed Racetech goggle was recently tested by a 2-time Ironman world champion and is now featured in the Men’s Journal June gear review. The review ranks the Racetech as the best overall goggle and is recognized for its adjustable nosepiece, comfort, and soft silicone gasket.

“It’s really comfortable, and during an hour-long swim, that’s huge,” the world champion commented.

Men’s Journal is an active lifestyle magazine that reaches an audience of more than 700,000 readers.

TYR Junior Line Takes the Cover


TYR appears on the cover of Sweat magazine's annual swimsuit issue. Part of Competitor Group, Sweat magazine serves fitness enthusiasts in Arizona.

Reversible Diamondback in Shape Magazine


With a circulation of 1.6 million readers, Shape Magazine includes our Double Binding Reversible Diamondback in its June issue.

Fitness Magazine's Triathlon Guide Highlights TYR


Our triathlon apparel appears in the June issue of Fitness magazine which has a circulation 1.5 million readers.

TYR Triathlon Fills a Full Page in Fitness Magazine

Matt Grevers Teaches Young Swimmers at Chicago Clinic


Matt Grevers took time from his busy training to host a swim clinic at Whitney Young High School in Chicago. He shared with the swimmers about his path to the Olympics and encouraged the youth with goal setting tips. Matt visits Leslie's Pool Supplies tomorrow for autograph signings in Scottsdale, Arizona. Photo: World Sport Chicago

May 7, 2009

Inside Outside Magazine Jumps into Summer with TYR

Family Fitness : Here Comes the Sun highlights our Apollo Diamondback and Swimple goggles. Click Here to read Inside Outside Magazine.

Watch Andy Potts Win Wildflower

Andy Potts captured his second win in just 6 days. Video: Tricaltv.com

May 5, 2009

TYR Launches Sayonara - An Industry First



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Potts Takes Wildflower Long Course Title


Andy Potts made history as the only triathlete to ever win St. Anthony's Triathlon and Wildflower Triathlon in the same year.

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April 28, 2009

Andy Potts Wins St. Anthony's Triathlon


Andy Potts earned the St. Anthony's Triathlon title. CLICK HERE to read more about his winning performance.

Women's Running Magazine


Women's Running Magazine features a full page of our Triathlon Collection in its May/June issue.

Fitness Magazine Photo Shoot


Fitness Magazine Fashion Editor

Fitness Magazine Photo Shoot


Fitness Magazine did a Malibu photo shoot featuring our TYR Crossback Workout Bikini. Don't miss the workout section in the July issue.

April 21, 2009

Triathlete Magazine Features Becky Lavelle


Becky Lavelle appears on the cover of the May issue of Triathlete magazine. She is recognized as the 2008 Triathlete Magazine Short Course Triathlete of the Year and the 2008 USAT Elite Non-ITU Athlete of the Year. Becky competes Sunday at the St. Anthony's Triathlon in St. Petersburg, Florida.

April 7, 2009

Fans Gather at 2009 Far Westerns Swimming Championship


Matt Grevers made a guest appearance on April 4th at the 2009 Far Westerns Swimming Championship. The competition took place at the Morgan Hill Aquatic Center and drew more than 1,500 age group swimmers from 12 different states.

Fans Gather at 2009 Far Westerns Swimming Championship

Fans Gather at 2009 Far Westerns Swimming Championship

Fans Gather at 2009 Far Westerns Swimming Championship

NorCal Swim Shop owner Craig Dillingham talks with Matt Grevers in front of its 40 ft by 40 ft booth. Our dealer sold out of Tracer Racing goggle at the Far Westerns Swimming Championship.

Fans Gather at 2009 Far Westerns Swimming Championship

Fans Gather at 2009 Far Westerns Swimming Championship

Swimmers were thrilled when Matt Grevers presented the awards to the finalists.

Sports Authority Grand Opening


On April 4th, Olympic gold medalist Matt Grevers appeared at the Sports Authority to celebrate the grand opening of its new store in East Palo Alto. He signed posters and shared his Olympic gold medal with fans of all ages.

Sports Authority Grand Opening

Sports Authority Grand Opening


TYR sales representative Natasha Badillo and 3-time Olympic medalist Matt Grevers

Sports Authority Grand Opening

Fifteen local Bay Area swim teams were invited to the grand opening.

Sports Authority Grand Opening

The new Sports Authority offers sports enthusiasts our latest swimwear, caps and goggles. To celebrate the grand opening, guests received TYR doggy bags.

Sports Authority Grand Opening

March 31, 2009

Sporting Goods Business


Sporting Goods Business magazine reviewed sports bras in its current women's apparel issue. Chrissie Wellington wears the Jungle Floral Power Support Top, the most supportive sports bra on the triathlon market featuring three layers of support.

March 24, 2009

Win a Free TYR Training Package


Swim into spring with the latest TYR gear. One lucky swimmer will win a complete swim training package that includes a Durafast™ Suit, Doggy Bag, Swim Cap, Goggle, pair of Catch Paddles, Pull Float and Kick Board. CLICK HERE to learn more.

March 18, 2009

WoW Interview with Matt Grevers


What does an Olympian do between swim practices? Matt Grevers embraces his longtime hobby of World of Warcraft. Learn more about his passion for video games in an interview with Ten Ton Hammer. Click here to read the interview.

Women’s NCAA Championship Begins Tomorrow


Collegiate swimmers will race in the much-anticipated Division I National Championships at the Texas A & M on Thursday. Watch the event live at Swimming World to see the latest Tracer technology in action. Results will be available at College Swimming.

Andy Potts Debuts at Miami International Triathlon


World champion Andy Potts kicked off his racing season on Sunday at the Miami International Triathlon. Troubled by a flat tire, Andy picked up speed to cross the finish as the runner up among a elite field triathletes. Catch Andy at his next race on April 4th in Oceanside, California.

TYR Launches 2009 Triathlon Collection


TYR team members wear our latest Triathlon Collection including Chrissie Wellington, Andy Potts, Becky Lavelle, Pip Taylor, TJ Tollakson and Desiree Ficker. Go TYR!