Who is Mike Pluimer?

Michael Pluimer is an Engineer in Willmar, MN and lives near Raymond, MN with his wife and two kids. He holds a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Mike has competed in eight Ironman Triathlons including Couer d'Alene, Arizona, and Lake Placid - as well as numerous Half Ironmans, marathons, Olympic triathlons, and Sprint triathlons.

For several of his Ironmans, Mike has participated in the Janus Charity Challenge, raising over $1,100,000 for Christian education, crisis pregnancy centers, and organizations that fight for social justice. He was the top fundraiser at Couer d'Alene in 2005.

Recent Entries

Come to Melvin's on July 2 for a FREE Triathlon Clinic!!
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Ironman Coeur d'Alene Race Report 2009
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