team soas!

02/22/2013

Last week incredible for two reasons.

One: My niece Finley was born! I am over the moon. Pretty sure she’s perfect πŸ™‚

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And, two: This, a goal realized.

2013 Team announcement artwork

I am thrilled and honored to be part of the 2013 SOAS Racing amateur team!

I can’t quite remember how I stumbled across SOAS last year… most likely through the power of twitter. Regardless, it was a gem of a find, and as soon as I put on my first kit (pink peacock), I was hooked. There are no tri shorts as comfortable – hello, low-rise waistband! – and the fabrics are anything but the typical shrink it and pink it and flower it gear.

SOAS further impressed me when co-founder Kebby went far above and beyond to track down a teal plaid kit for me on super short notice (just three days!) for my first 70.3 last July. With that stellar customer service combined with kit style, function and comfort, there was no question what I was going to wear this year to train for Ironman Canada.

erin run 5

And, when Hailey emailed me in January asking if I had applied yet (I hadn’t), I quickly submitted my application, thinking it would be a long shot.

Much to my surprise, I made the cut!

I am ecstatic to be part of this team – seriously, such top-notch inspirational ladies! – and am looking forward to getting to know everyone. And, I’m thrilled to represent a brand powered by women who are passionate about triathlon and promoting other women in the sport!

Thank you, SOAS Racing, for this opportunity!

For all things SOAS, follow the blog, twitter, facebook and website πŸ™‚

It’s gonna be a fantastic year!

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19 Comments

  • Reply Kerstin 02/22/2013 at 8:35 am

    Dude, you are SO AWESOME Erin!! SO thrilled for you. I see only totally amazing things for you in my magic mirror! I’ll be thinking of you tomorrow…skiing some K’s for you. And congratulations to your sister!

    • Reply erin 02/25/2013 at 4:29 pm

      Awww… thanks SO much, Kerstin! You’re too sweet. Coffee soon!

      And, congrats on your fantastic Birkie finish! You were glowing in your pics πŸ™‚

  • Reply mattstorlie 02/22/2013 at 9:13 am

    Congrats-a sponsored athlete-is there anything you *can’t* do?! πŸ™‚

    • Reply erin 02/25/2013 at 4:29 pm

      Plenty, Matt, but focusing on what I can do every single day πŸ™‚ Thank you!

  • Reply pen 02/22/2013 at 9:15 am

    Congrats on the niece and on the team! I can wait to meet you and all the other TeamSOAS girls in person! It’s going to be a great year!

    • Reply erin 02/25/2013 at 4:30 pm

      Thank you! And, congrats to you, too! Excited to meet you and all #TeamSOAS in person as well! 2013 is gonna be fantastic!

  • Reply hyedi 02/22/2013 at 9:21 am

    Of course you made the cut!! You’re a top-notch, inspirational lady too!! Congrats again, Erin πŸ™‚

    • Reply erin 02/25/2013 at 4:31 pm

      Much thanks, lady! Thanks for inspiring me!

  • Reply Candice 02/22/2013 at 11:14 am

    Stoked for you! that is so awesome. I love their colors!

    • Reply erin 02/25/2013 at 4:31 pm

      I know… the best colors and patterns! Thank you, dear!

  • Reply Hailey 02/22/2013 at 12:05 pm

    Gonna be a good year!!!

    • Reply erin 02/25/2013 at 4:32 pm

      It sure is! Can’t wait!

  • Reply Luv What You Do 02/22/2013 at 8:08 pm

    Congratulations! That is so exciting and amazing and fun!
    Cheers to a GREAT year!

    • Reply erin 02/25/2013 at 4:33 pm

      Thank you! And, cheers to a great year for you, too!

  • Reply Carrisa 02/24/2013 at 3:23 pm

    Congrats Erin!! What an awesome opportunity! And those kits look fabulous!

    • Reply erin 02/25/2013 at 4:33 pm

      I am honored! Thank you, Carrisa!

  • Reply Christina 02/25/2013 at 9:56 am

    Congrats times two!! What a sweet little face! πŸ™‚ That’s so awesome you are on the SOAS race team! They do have the best kits ever. I bought right away after I saw them mentioned in Triathlete Mag last year. The “no muffin top” sold me. πŸ™‚ Here’s to a great year!!

    • Reply erin 02/25/2013 at 4:35 pm

      Thank you, Christina! She’s so perfect, and I’m thrilled to be an auntie πŸ™‚

      Ha! Definitely no muffin top with them! I’m excited to be part of the team!

      Hope to ride with you this year! What’s on your race calendar?

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