Challenge Family CEOs Felix, Kathrin, and Alice Walchshoefer welcome new and returning pros into their family. Photo: Competitive Image
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Challenge Roth is a race, but that doesn’t keep athletes from having a bit of fun. Photographer Paul Phillips captures the merriment leading up to race day.
The sun shines on the opening of the Challenge Roth expo.
As Challenge Roth continues to grow in popularity, new brands such as Volvo see value in sponsoring races.
Susan Haag at this year’s Challenge Roth triathlon. Photo: Paul Phillips/Competitive Image.
The Challenge Roth expo is a popular site for last-minute gear and souvenirs.
The Challenge Roth expo is a popular site for last-minute gear and souvenirs.
The Challenge Roth expo is a popular site for last-minute gear and souvenirs.
Jan Frodeno serves up smiles and samples of Frodissimo espresso from his own line of coffee beans.
Bike manufacturer Quintana Roo came from Chattanooga, TN to show off their brand in Roth.
The sun shines on the Challenge Roth expo.
The sun shines on the Challenge Roth expo.
Challenge Roth sponsor Erdinger, who makes alcohol-free beer, hosts an annual party where athletes (including Nils Frommhold, pictured) don traditional Bavarian attire.
Although no longer racing in Roth, retired Aussie pro Belinda Granger returns each year as part of the Challenge Family organization. After 10 consecutive Roth Finishes, she certainly deserves a beer!
Danish Pro Michelle Vesterby and former pro and current Team Erdinger coordinator Wenke Kujala share smiles (and suds).
Danish pro Michelle Vesterby poses with her home stay family. Over 1,000 Challenge athletes are hosted by local families in Roth.
Challenge Family CEOs Felix, Kathrin, and Alice Walchshoefer welcome new and returning pros into their family.
Canadian Pro Jenny Fletcher takes a spin on the dance floor.
Traditional clothing and current technology come together as Danish Pro Michelle Vesterby takes a selfie.
Challenge Family CEO Felix Walchshoefer and Belinda Granger pose for the camera.
Matching hair and earrings? Someone’s ready to race!
The Erdinger ‘Hut’ band provides music for the evening at the Challenge Roth pre-party.
Canadian Jenny Fletcher does her best impression of a Bavarian beer girl.
Young and old were represented by the locals at the Challenge Roth pre-party.
Bermuda pro Tyler Butterfield seems to fit right in with his lederhosen.
