IMG has announced new partnerships with Thorne, Arrowhead Water, and Amazfit for the 2022 Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. The race is set to take place on Sunday, June 5th, in San Francisco, CA, with the Escape Aquathlon taking place the day before the triathlon on June 4th.
“We are thrilled to be partnering with these amazing brands,” said IMG’s Vice President of Action Sports Events, Jennifer Lau.
“These brands align well with the lifestyles of the participants who take on the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, one of the most challenging races in the country.”
Thorne will be the official electrolyte powder and sports performance nutritional supplement partner of the 2022 event, providing its Catalyte powder at aid stations along the race course.
Thorne is also the presenting partner of the newly launched digital series, Behind The Escape, featuring media personality and award-winning journalist, Raymond Braun, highlighting preparations for his first triathlon, his inspiration, and the health and wellness journey that led him to the event.
California’s Arrowhead Mountain Spring Water will be available at aid stations along the racecourse to rehydrate Escape athletees. The official water and sparkling water partner of the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon will also host the catered VIP hospitality area on-site that will be recognized as the Arrowhead Waters VIP Venue. This area will allow friends, family and spectators to cheer on athletes from a covered skybox overlooking the finish line.
Amazfit is the official outdoor smart watch of the 2022 Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. The brand will also be launching a new outdoor smartwatch that Escape participants will have an exclusive first look at.
Leading up to the race, Amazfit is offering Escape participants an opportunity to trial the new T-Rex Pro 2 watch during different legs of their training and provide their first impressions for a chance to keep the watch. Throughout race weekend, Amazfit representatives will be on site at the Escape Fitness Festival & Expo to showcase the product and answer questions.
The Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon includes a 1.5 mile swim from Alcatraz Island to the shoreline of Marina Green, an 18-mile twisting bike ride through the Presidio, and an eight-mile trail run out to Baker Beach and up the infamous 200-plus-step Sand Ladder.
The full list of official sponsors are: Amazfit, Aquasphere, Arrowhead, FinisherPix, Hornblower Cruises & Events, KitBrix, San Francisco Chronicle, Sports Basement, San Francisco Recreation & Parks, Tribike Transport, San Francisco Recreation & Parks, Velocity, and Water World Swim.
