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Words From AJ, Andy and Dani

Sunday, 24 January 2021 23:10

With his win at Green Lake Sprint and podium finishes at Big Lake and Young Life, Fargo's AJ MANNING (photo L) was the slam-dunk recipient of the Most Improved honor last season. We're glad to hear that he plans to race on the Minnesota side of the Red River in 2021:

Hi MTN,

I'm currently my plans are to race Des Moines 70.3, Age Group Nationals in Milwaukee and Madison WI 70.3. I will then add in 2-3 local Minnesota races as well just not decided on which ones quite yet. - AJ

ANDY ZABEL (photo R) enjoyed a breakout year in 2019. His career resume boasts 11 multisport wins, four of which were posted in '19. He can't wait to race in 2021...

Hi MTN Guys,

I hope you are doing well and loving life! Yes I am very hopeful for some racing this year. I plan on attending 3-4 week long camps and with fingers crossed start racing soon. I’m signed up for Oceanside 70.3 but have my doubts if that will take place as it’s only 12 weeks away. I started training again in late November and hope to get back to my 2019 level of fitness. I’ll be signing up for a fair amount of local races this summer. Looking forward to a healthy year of training/racing in person! - Andy

Winner of 12 of the 21 multis she's raced in in her career, DANI TREISE is clearly a national class talent. She reminds those peers who didn't race in 2020 to not lose sight of the fact that racing in a joyful experience:

Hi MTN!

Good to hear from you! I'm SUPER excited to return to racing! I'm actually hoping to target some early spring races if they are able to take place and travel is safe. As far as encouraging words go, I would just encourage everyone to race as soon as possible! Even if we might be a little rusty, it'll be a great opportunity to remember the JOY that comes from pushing yourself and spending a day with an amazing group of people who all love to do the same thing! - Dani Treise