Premier Sponsor: The Hope Heart Institute

The mission of the Hope Heart Institute is serving humanity through cardiovascular research and education. They are dedicated to preventing and treating heart and blood vessel disease, and to improving the physical, emotional and spiritual quality of life for all at risk of - or afflicted with - cardiovascular disease.  Raise the Bar is proud to join them in their fight against heart disease and proud to wear the “Hope” logo font and center on our uniforms again in 2011

Platinum Sponsor: Northwest Tri & Bike
Northwest Tri & Bike Shop brings multisport merchandise and services to the Seattle Area from their shop in Kent, WA.  Located just a couple of blocks east of Lake Meridian, you’ll find Cannondale, Quintana Roo, Zoot, Louis Garneau, Profile-Design, and more.  NWTB also offers F.I.S.T Certified Bike Fits, Wheel and Wetsuit Rentals, and a full service bike repair shop. They offer a year round discount and special offers to RTB members  253-638-2453
Gold Sponsor: Kent Easthill Physical Therapy

Kent Easthill Physical Therapy is owned and operated by George and Patti Anderson, who are also RTB team members.  George has provided PT services to team members since RTB began and has been a valuable resource to us for injury treatment and prevention.  KEPT  offers personal fitness training, sports stretching, and injury screens for RTB members. Contact them for details.  253-631-1933

Gold Sponsor: Cobalt Mortgage

Cobalt Mortgage is a Full Service Mortgage Banking Firm founded in 2001 to provide consumers with the flexibility, education, and service needed to achieve their mortgage goals. From first-time homebuyer purchases, to mortgage refinancing and investment properties, Cobalt Mortgage’s team of experienced and knowledgeable licensed financial professionals are committed to honesty, professionalism and the long-term care of our customers.  Contact Team Member and Loan Officer Ed Clarke for more information.  (425) 601-0904 or ed.clarke@cobaltmortgage.com

Gold Sponsor: Road Runner Sports

RRS can attribute its successes to the special one-on-one relationship it enjoys with their customer. That relationship has flourished because their employees (now over 300!) make the most of every opportunity to interact with each customer.

Road Runner Sports’ size and locations may have changed, but the one thing that remains constant is their commitment to their customers, and their passion for running and fitness.  Raise the Bar is proud to be affiliated with the Roadrunner stores in both Seattle and Kent.  

Silver Sponsor: Spencer Chiropractic

Spencer Chiropractic is owned and operated by RTB’s own elite triathlete and coach, Phil Spencer. He works alongside a friendly, proficient staff and his enormous Bernese Mountain Dog, Leo. Dr. Phil has treated patients with a multitude of diagnoses  including athletes from every sport with great success including swimmers, cyclists, runners, gymnasts, body builders, and more. Find Phil at www.spencerwellnesscenter.com or p.spencer@mac.com. 

Silver Sponsor: XTERRA Wetsuits

Xterra Wetsuits were designed with the simple goal of helping triathletes swim faster.  They  do that by producing some of the fastest and most flexible wetsuits on the market.  Raise the Bar welcomes back XTERRA Wetsuits as our official 2011 wetsuit sponsor and also the official wetsuit sponsor of the Lake Meridian Triathlon and Friday Night Swim Race. www.xterrawetsuits.com 

Silver Sponsor: PowerBar

PowerBar Team Elite is a grassroots athletic ambassador program that supports athletes, coaches and other athletic influencers. Across a range of sports, from world champion competitors to regional teams and local educators, PowerBar is committed to supporting training and competition, instruction and education and sports nutrition at all levels.  PowerBar is supporting RTB for a 3rd year in 2011.  www.powerbar.com

Bronze Sponsor: Center Cycle
Over the years people in the sound end have come to know Dave Groom and his staff as honest and knowledgeable fellows who are most interested in seeing their customer on the bike that’s right for them. Along with quality brands and expert service, this is why Center Cycle has the loyal customers it enjoys.  www.centercycle.com
Bronze Sponsor: Bowen Scarff Ford
Bowen Scarff Ford has been a part of the RTB family since 2004.  They are sponsoring our Training Plan program in 2011 by donating oil changes to our athletes taking advantage of RTB Training Plans. Bowen Scarff is the home of the no-dicker-sticker and a stress-free car shopping experience.  www.bowenscarffford.com.   
Bronze Sponsor: Velopress
VeloPress is an endurance sports publisher focusing on the sports of cycling and triathlon, with training books that help both serious athletes and beginners build skills and fitness. VeloPress authors are trusted authorities on training, maintenance, gear,and nutrition. They kindly passes on deep discounts and products to the athletes of Raise the Bar and those products have made a very big difference in the success of our athletes. www.velopress.com 
Bronze Sponsor: Rudy Project
Rudy Project has provided quality eyewear and helmets to athletes all over the world and have extended their generosity to Raise the Bar for a 2nd year in 2011.  Our athletes can take advantage of some very deep discount.  www.rudyproject.com 
Bronze Sponsor: Voler Apparel

For over a decade, Voler has earned its reputation by focusing on customers and by consistently creating innovative custom clothing. Today, they lead the industry with unsurpassed customer service, maintain their commitment to actual “on-time delivery,” and only work with superior materials. Raise the Bar is very grateful for the focus on customer service and for their care of RTB athletes.  We are proud to wear Voler apparel and love the performance of their products. www.voler.com