Why We Started AP Racing — And Why It Still Matters
At AP Racing, everything we do comes back to a simple truth:
This sport is better when it’s shared.
Triathlon can be intense, demanding, and honestly — kind of lonely if you’re doing it solo. That’s not how we started, and it’s not how we want you to experience it.
To really understand what makes AP Racing different, you’ve got to know our story — and our why.
It Started With Two Guys and Some Bikes
Andy and Daniel started AP Racing the way a lot of good stories start:
Two guys, riding bikes(swimming and running too), having way too much fun, and asking:
“How do we get more people in on this?”
We weren’t setting out to build a coaching company or the best team in triathlon. We just loved the sport — the training, the challenge, the friendships — and we wanted to create something that brought more people into that kind of experience. We wanted to
”DO COOL SH*T WITH COOL PEOPLE”
Because in the end, everything that’s worth doing — is even better when you’re doing it with great people.
AP Racing athletes on Fiesta Island, the birthplace of triathlon, during our Chula Vista Camp.
Our Why: Give You Access to What We Had
Between us and our staff, we’ve spent decades racing, coaching, traveling, and living in the world of elite sport. And over that time, we realized something:
We had access — to things that could change an athlete’s experience completely. Things most age groupers didn’t even know existed, or couldn’t reach.
So we built AP Racing to open those doors for you:
Access to World-Class Coaching & Knowledge
We’ve trained at Olympic Training Centers, learned from the best minds in sport, and lived the lessons that only race-day and pro level training/suffering can teach. Now we bring that directly to our athletes — not just in plans and zones, but in wisdom you only gain through doing the work.
Access to the Best Events & Experiences
We’ve built training camps, team events, and race weekends that feel more like reunions than workouts. You get to train hard, learn a ton, and make unforgettable memories — with athletes who cheer as loud for you as they do for themselves.
Training at Utah Olympic Park, home of US Ski & Snowboard and the US Project Podium
Access to a Supportive, Real Community
At AP Racing, we’re building more than a team — we’re building a family. One that shows up, lifts each other up, and celebrates every step of the journey — from first sprints to World Championship finishes. Whether it’s at camp, on race day, or in a random group chat — this community is what makes it special.
Access to the Best Gear (Without the Pro Price Tag)
Let’s be real — triathlon is expensive. But being well-equipped shouldn't be limited to the pros. Because of our relationships in the industry, we give our athletes insider access to the best brands, gear, and deals — so you can race with confidence without breaking the bank.
AP Racing Today: Built for You
We started this thing because we loved the sport. We grew it because we love what it does for people.
Whether you're chasing your first finish line or your next PR, we're here to help you:
Be Part of a Community
Train smarter
Learn faster
Race better
Have a heck of a lot more fun doing it!
