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13 Waterfall Racing Pros

Taylor Knibb

Boulder, CO
About

At 23, Knibb was the youngest woman ever to qualify for the U.S. Olympic Triathlon Team. To this day, her favorite part of competing in triathlons is the camaraderie within the triathlon community, as well as the challenge of always growing and improving within the sport.

Highlights
  • 2020 Olympics Silver Medalist
  • 2022 IRONMAN 70.3 Champion
Sport
  • Triathlon

Timothy O'Donnell

Boulder, CO
About

Timothy O’Donnell is an American long-course triathlete with over 50 podium finishes including more than 25 wins at major events throughout the world. Among the wins are eleven Ironman 70.3 victories, two Ironman wins and a victory at the 2009 ITU Long Distance World Championship.

Justin 'Big Metz' Metzler

Boulder, CO
About

Justin took part in his first triathlon at the age of 13 in 2009, progressing through the ranks to quickly establish himself as one of the premier long-distance racers in the US. He earned 2014 USA Triathlon rookie of the year, followed by Ironman 70.3 podiums for the first time in 2015. Since then, Big Metz has gathered 30+ top five finishes.

Jeanni 'Little Metz' Metzler

Boulder, CO
About

Jeanni Metzler is a multiple 70.3 winner who most recently placed 2nd at IRONMAN 70.3 St. George, September 18th, 2021. Born and raised in South Africa, she now lives and trains alongside her husband and fellow pro Justin Metzler in Boulder, and she has claimed emotional victories in both locations.

Andre Lopes

Boulder, CO
About

Andre Lopes is a young professional triathlete who decided to chase his dreams in 2018 after graduating from college as an Electrical Engineer. He has consistently progressed year after year in his short career as a professional athlete. In less than 5 years in the sport, he has had multiple podium performances alongside some standout times.

Rachel Olson

Boulder, Co
About

Rachel is a professional triathlete from the US who got her start in triathlon in 2013. After a successful rise in the age group field, Rachel began her professional career in 2018 focusing on the 70.3 distance.

Danielle Lewis

Boise, ID
About

Danielle started triathlon just one year earlier after a series of setbacks in running and cycling led her to the sport. She has focused on the 70.3 distance earning multiple podiums and wins. She enjoys interacting with her Waterfall teammates and helping them in their triathlon journeys.

Dede Griesbauer

Boulder, CO
About

Dede is a former NCAA Champion swimmer from Stanford University and a Gold Medalist in the Pan American and Pan Pacific Games as part of the US National Swim Team, plus a 3-time Ironman Champion. Holder of the Ultraman World Record, she is the oldest actively racing professional on the planet; male or female.

Samantha Kingsford

New Zealand
About

Off- and On-road Triathlete, Samantha Kingsford is a New Zealand + US champion with multiple XTerra World Tour wins. She is also a PE teacher.

Sam Osborne

New Zealand
About

Off- and On-road Triathlete, Sam Osborne is a New Zealand + US triathlete. He came in 2nd during the Cross Triathlon World Championship in 2018, and is a two-time Asia Pacific-Tour champion. He is a lover of all things coffee.

Marjolaine Pierre

France
About

Marjolaine always loved sports but started triathlon at 18 years old … a little bit late. She's basically a gymnast and did 4 years cross country and track field. She finished her first Long Distance in June 2021, and 4 months later she won her first 70.3 Ironman.

Clément Mignon

France
About

Clément has been a practicing triathlete for more than 8 years and more than 2 years professionally. After more than a decade dedicated to swimming, he got tired of just doing pool lengths and sought an outdoor sport, which led to his triathlon career.


Emma Grant

Boulder, CO
About

Cycling found Emma through a Talent ID programme. After a rough season with a bonkers Spanish team, she tried to quit cycling and get a sensible job, but got lured back in via the gravel scene. With a fresh outlook and sense of renewal on every level, she is incredibly excited to seize opportunities in off-road racing in 2023

Career Highlights
  • Top 10 GC Amgen Tour of California and Tour Down Under 2018
  • Redlands Cycling Classic Sunset Stage winner 2018

Waterfall is known as the ultimate support system for budding triathletes who are determined to make their mark in the industry. At Waterfall we understand breaking into any field is a daunting task, which is why we have created programs like the Pro Project to give athletes the boost they need to succeed. Another unique feature of Waterfall Racing is the Pro Affiliate program. This Program is designed to help newer professionals with the opportunity to be a part of a larger community, gain some additional publicity and even earn some extra money. Our Affiliate pros are hand picked individuals who have the skills and passion to make a difference in their field. We are proud to be able to offer them our support.

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