Goats (actual goats) at Kona, Woes and Woahs in Marbella, the thing that saved Jackson 4 Watts in the wind tunnel, and the Zoot store is open

Photo by Zoot

In this issue:

• Women’s IRONMAN World Championships in Kona

• IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships in Marbella

• The RTS Zoot Store is Open!!

• Cozumel Camp

• RTS Racing Community

• Where You Can Find Us

• RTS Podcast Highlights

Literal Goats at the Women’s IRONMAN World Championships in Kona

We’re not talking about Jan and Daniela, but rather actual goats that RTSx athlete Natalie Stewart had to stop for on the Queen K! “I would have hit them otherwise,” she says. She didn’t hit any goats, but she did hit some warm, carb-loaded water as hard as possible while the heat was beating down on her. She offered extra gels when a hard-charging Savanah Gibbs came by, who obliged. “What a gem! 💎”, Savanah extolled.

Savanah would later have a rollercoaster of the day, which came to a head when her face and hands started to tingle at mile 22. Would she finish? Read the full RTS Kona blog here!

Savanah battled strong winds and oppressive heat in Kona

Chicago is an unlikely place to train for Kona, which is why Colleen Krob née Baker “raced with logic.” The heat and strong winds (being a smol person especially) led her to ride conservatively and keep it smart, which paid dividends during the run. Miss consistency passed “over 40 women” on the run - but did she finish sub-11 hours? Read the full RTS Kona blog here!

How many carbs/hour did the RTSx women take in? How’d they get through their lowest points, and what was their first post-race “real” food? Read the full RTS Kona blog here!

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IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships

Lisa Becharas and Jackson Laundry increased their hot coffee intake by 300% while in Spain to power them to 27th and 44th place finishes, respectively, in the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships in Marbella, Spain this past weekend.

Lisa runs straight into offseason! Photo by Mark Goddard

There was a sign of relief from the men’s pro field when Marc Dubrick announced through a picture of rice-for-breakfast that he would have to withdraw from the race. The pyrotechnician set off one fewer firework at the swim start and the ashes of Marc’s colored swimcap are floating in the Puerto Banús alongside some other…materials. We wish him a fast-healing tummy and rapid recovery so he can race the T100 Dubai this weekend!

Pro poses on the promontory. Photo by Zoot

Lisa and Jackson compare notes at their experience in Marbella, Spain:

RTS Custom Zoot Store

Get what you need for Cozumel Camp or something to keep in your pain cave when you need inspiration for your trainer session!!

All of this and more are for sale in the RTS Custom Zoot Store!

RTS Cozumel Camp - 2nd Call!

We’re returning to the island of Cozumel for the third time in our annual camp. Don’t miss the fun, Z2 training (seriously, it’s January), info sessions, and a chance to get in volume with friends at an all-inclusive resort while everyone else is lamenting about the winter!

Camp Details

• Dates: January 12 - January 19, 2026

• Location: A high-end, all-inclusive hotel in Cozumel, Mexico.

• What's Included: Training with RTS Pro Athletes, educational seminars, all meals and drinks at the resort, pool rentals, and group taxis to and from pools. RTS will also cover mechanical support on rides and professional photographers.

• Family-Friendly: The camp is designed for athletes and their families. Kids from 0-11 years old stay for free when sharing a room with their parents (one child per adult). Special rates can be negotiated for family and friends who wish to attend but not participate in the camp.

Pricing

• Single Occupancy: For one person, the cost is $2,950.00 USD.

• Double Occupancy: For two people, the cost is $4,200.00 USD (which comes out to $2,100.00 per person). This option is for roommates or couples. If you're opting for a roommate, one will be paired with you.

The combination of professional training, relaxation, and a family-friendly atmosphere makes this a unique and appealing experience. You can focus on your training while knowing your loved ones are enjoying a top-tier vacation.

(NEW!) RTS Racing

Join RTS Racing and thrive with the team all year long.

Just $100/year = nonstop perks:

• HUGE giveaways (frames, wheels, shoes & more)

• Members-only webinars + Q&A

• Insider partner discounts

• Shout-outs on the pod

• RTS merch discounts & random swag drops

• *We are NOT exclusive, so please feel free to join even if you are part of other clubs or teams!

Where You Can Find Us

What Saved Jackson and Marc 4 Watts in the Wind Tunnel?

You’ll have to watch to find out! Just kidding - no clickbait here. It was the Zoot P1X, which you can order in our custom Zoot store by November 22!

The Real Triathlon Podcast

Recent episodes of the Real Triathlon Podcast:

• October 18: Kona Is The Bastion Of Our Sport And ONLYFANS Sponsorship???? on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube

• October 26: Should We Adjust Our Race Mindset? Plus Is Garrick Retiring and Nicole Injured? on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube

• October 30: Jackson Laundry Breaks Down The IRONMAN 70.3 Worlds Course + Norwegian Vibes on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube

• November 5: Healing a Broken Femur with Scott Tindal Co-Founder of Fuelin on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube

• November 8: Triathlon Truth Bombs: The More Things Change, The More They Stay The Same on Spotify and Apple

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