How it all began
Our Story
Dad Bod Triathlon Club
Tri Hard.
Dad Harder.
Built for dads balancing family, work, training, and real life.
Local runs, rides, swims, community events, year-round merch, and limited seasonal drops.
Our Story
What started as a conversation between a father and son about signing up for a triathlon
eventually became Dad Bod Triathlon Club.
Built from fatherhood, challenge, and community.
The Mission
More than merch.
DBTC is a community for dads, parents, beginners, former athletes, and everyday grinders who are trying to get better without pretending life is easy.
We train hard. We show up tired. We build genuine connections through runs, rides, swims, race weekends, and the chaos of real life.
Local Crews
Start or join local DBTC groups for runs, bikes, swims, and community meetups.
Start a Crew →2026 Training
Community momentum now. Structured training programs, race prep, and local chapters coming in 2026.
Learn More →Shop the Club
Year-round basics. Seasonal drops. Rare releases.
CORE
Core Collection
Everyday DBTC gear available all year.
DROP
Seasonal Drops
Spring, summer, fall, and winter releases.
RARE
Rare Drops
Limited quantity. One time only. Gone when gone.
Every purchase includes free DBTC stickers.
Community Workouts
Runs. Rides. Swims.
Find local workouts, connect with other members, and help build the DBTC community before structured training programs launch in 2026.
Run
Saturdays 12:30 PM — Downtown Willoughby by the Citizen Bank — 3, 6 and 12 miles — all paces welcome
Ride
Every Other Sunday 12:00 PM — North Chagrin Reservation — 4.2 Mile x 3,4,5 Loops — no drop ride
Swim
Sundays 12:30 PM — local pool/open water TBD — Pool beginner friendly - Open water intermediate level
Community Partners
Built with local support.
DBTC is proud to support local businesses that believe in community and bringing people together.
CAFFEINE
Fiona's Coffee Bar
Early mornings, long miles, and strong coffee. Kick starting DBTC community before the work gets done.
REFUEL + BEERS
Crowley’s Dive Bar
Because some of the best conversations happen after the workout. Post-run beers, stories, and the go to for the DBTC community.
BARBER
Mez's Barbershop
Supporting local dads, clean cuts, and helping the DBTC crew look alive for race weekends and early morning miles.