Reed Wins REV3 Half-Ironman in 3:59:28

June 7, 2009
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Boulder, Colorado - USA Olympian Matty Reed showed again just why he may be one of the most versatile triathletes in the world, winning the brutally hard REV3 Half-Ironman in 3:59:28. Taking the lead immediately upon exiting the swim, Reed showcased his strong talent in all 3 sports.

"The course was crazy hard, like uphill, downhill, corner, up hill, repeat," Reed said. "I knew it was going to be a strong man's course and that is why I came. I am thrilled to break 4 hours on this course."

Reed, who recently won the Pan American Championships in the drafting format of triathlon, is showing that he truly is one of the rare 3-sport (swimming, biking, running) triathletes.

Today, Reed took control of the race at the gun with Boulder's Tim O'Donnell, and the two blasted the swim together. Once on the bike, Reed powered away from the field and entered T2 with a 2:26 lead. That was all Reed needed as at half way of the run the lead was still at 2:20. Reed then settled in, knowing the race was his by the smile on his face on the out and back section of the run. Reed then enjoyed the finish and rolled across the line in honor of "The Blazeman" (waronals.com), the charity he races for.

"I really love the half-ironman distance. I can show my strengths and really enjoy racing fast and hard," Reed stated. “This distance, an athlete must be able to bike solid and on this course no one can hide. The hills made it an honest course.”

Many were calling the REV3 one of the hardest races on the planet. Reed seemed to just stride along on the run, showing the triathlon world again that his short course speed and his powerful skills combine well at the half-ironman distance. Reed won the 70.3 Oceanside race earlier in the season.

The 2008 Olympian Reed has won all but one race he has entered in 2009 (a flat tyre ruined the streak) and enters a race-heavy part of his season.

"I have put in a good training block this past month and am looking forward to some World Cup racing later this month and then hitting some non-drafting short course races in July. It is fun for me to race across all three formats. My heart loves to race hard and I cant say enough about this race today.... It was hard!!!"

Reed recently raced the Boulder Bolder 10km citizen’s race where he finished a solid 12th, a good training day for the year around Boulder resident.

Up next: World Cup Championship Series Race - Washington D.C. And then World Cup Des Moines.

For photos of race, contact www.ericwynn.org

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Reed dominates 70.3 Oceanside
April 4, 2009



OCEANSIDE, CA - USA's 2008 Olympian Matty Reed cranked it up this weekend racing his first half ironman distance race in over five years. Reed won, setting the run course record in the process. This win also sent shockwaves through the triathlon world and now everyone knows Reed can win in both short and long course triathlon.

"I am happy to be able to win today after a tough start. I feel that my talents were well shown today." Reed said. Known for smart racing and strengths across all three sports, Reed had a nasty swim, with a kick in the face and losing his goggles and cap in the chilly 58 degree water.

"I got nailed at about 800 meters and then had an asthma attack. I have never had that much time lost in a swim in my whole career," said Reed. "I just tried, after getting mad, to think that it is okay and just keep my head on straight and get back in the race at whatever it takes. It's a four hour race and I got three hours to get it."

Reed left T2 in a hurry in 3rd place and quickly took over the race. He then extended his lead throughout the 20km winning handily over many other top athletes.

"I am happy with my training and I am happy to be able to show my running form today."

REED wins season opener at Miami International Triathlon
March 15, 2009
MIAMI, FL - 2008 USA Olympian Matty Reed showed that last year was no fluke today defending his title at the Profile Design Miami International Triathlon. Reed exited the water in 3rd, swapped some places on the bike and took the lead on the run, finishing ahead of 2004 Olympian Andy Potts and Ironman Champion Chris Lieto.

Matty Reed Signature D-6.... MR is Going Green!!! The ride debuts at Miami Triathlon March 15.... But Reed is taking big steps to save the environment.... From solar panels on his house to fluorescent bulbs in his house and a very large compost.... Join Reed and GO GREEN in 2009!

USAT’s Male Athlete of the Year for 2008 Elite ITU
March 3, 2008
BOULDER. CO - Announced today, Matt Reed, USA, was named USAT’s Male Athlete of the Year for 2008 Elite ITU. Reed fought long and hard last season to save the USA's third Olympic spot and allow the USA, the country where triathlon originated, 3 men to start the 2008 Olympic Games. Reed also earned the highest finish ever for an American Male at a World Championship, with his 5th place finish at 2008 World Championships.

"This is a huge honor and I am thrilled to receive this award. Last year was a year of super highs and low lows, and this award helps me swallow my sub-par performance at my first Olympic games and know that my week in, week out performances were appreciated," Reed said from his home in Boulder, Colorado.

"I am very proud to race for the USA and very proud of the team that I have. We have an amazing system of support here and I am honored to be a part of USA Triathlon. This honor only motivates me more to get the stars and stripes to the top of the podium again."

WELCOME

Olympian Matty Reed, known as Boom Boom, is one of the most decorated triathletes in competition today. Reed has been a dominant force in the triathlon world since 1994. Known for his strength across all three disciplines and one of the few true all-around triathletes, Reed excels at both drafting and non-drafting formats, Matt has won international titles such as the USA Olympic Trials, USA Nationals, Escape from Alcatraz, St. Anthony's, French Irontour, World Aquathon Championships and World Teams Title.

2009 brings renewed focus for the 2008 Olympian as Reed will look to compete in the 2009 Toyota Cup Series and the ITU Super Series. He will also highlight his season with defending his 2008 St Anthony's title and the other top USA non-drafting events. Reed looks to this new Olympic quad with specific goals and the ultimate highlight of representing the USA again in the London 2012 Games.

Matt proudly calls Boulder, Colorado home and races in the red white and blue of the USA. Born and raised as a triathlete, Matt enjoys the challenge of three sports and thrives in the sport of triathlon.

Follow this tall and fast triathlete as strives to achieve his triathlon dreams in 2009. Check out the press on Matt, Matt's journal entries and a photo gallery that captures this 6'5" star as he travels and races around the world. Being the world’s tallest professional triathlete, Reed always sees it from a higher point of view!