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Think back to the first time you rode a time trial (TT) bike. The differences between a traditional road bike and an aggressive and aerodynamic TT bike are striking. The straight-line speed that a dedicated TT bike gives you makes these types of bikes the number-one choice for triathletes looking to
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One of the first things a well-versed coach or physio will consider if an athlete complains of knee pain after cycling is the position of the cleat on the shoe. Subtle changes to cleat position can cause, or alleviate, knee and hip pain in particular, and improve or detract from power generation on
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It’s always important to think about your safety on the road and now that daylight savings has come to an end, it’s important to ‘light up’ your bike. With winter fast approaching, your early morning and/or evening rides will be done in the dark or with very little daylight, so you need to get some
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Learn how to choose the right bike based on your physicality and avoid injury with these top tips. The first step in preventing cycling injuries is to set your bike up correctly so as to minimise overloading any one part of your body. While awareness of proper setup has improved along with the explo
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Learning simple skills like how to properly mount and dismount your bike can save you precious seconds during the transition stage of your next triathlon. For the advanced, the flying mount and flying dismount is a skill that can take years to master. This skill is perhaps best left to those who are
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Learn key preparation tips for bike transitions, from gear and shoe checks to maintaining composure, ensuring you stay ahead in the race.
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Learn how to be smart when you ride with these tips for improving your bike leg without breaking the bank. From experience, I've learnt that a few seconds saved here and there can really add up to a big overall time saving and is often a simple matter of preparation and making smart choices. H
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Greg Bennett outlines the rigorous journey from amateur to pro triathlete, emphasising physical and professional acumen.
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There’s a lot that can go wrong in off-road triathlon and often, just getting yourself and your equipment to the start line is a challenge in and of itself. We like to say it’s not about the fastest in the swim, bike or run when it comes to off-road triathlon, but rather the athlete best […]
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Before investing in a new bike, consider lifestyle fit and post-purchase pride alongside technical specs and test rides.
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There are only two things you need to know about gears playing up – how to fix the rear derailleur and how to fix the front derailleur. Maybe you bent the rear derailleur hanger when packing the bike for travel; maybe the baggage handlers were less than gentle; maybe a cable moved. The reason is [&
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Nothing spoils race day like serious mechanical issues. It’s race season. Hopefully by now you’ve managed to moult off the worst of your thick winter coat to reveal the ripped and starving competitor that lurks within us all. Granted, this mythical uber-athlete is apparent in most other people who a