Bike first aid: my gears are playing up
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 [&
How to prepare your bike for race day
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
How to Fix a Broken Chain
Did your chain snap mid-way through a race? It’s rare but it does happen. Those who really like to be prepared will, of course, have the upgraded multi-tool that comes complete with a small chain breaker. They will also have the appropriate 10/11-speed quick link taped to the multi-tool. If you are
3 Common Triathlon Bike Setup Mistakes
Commonly, a reason for cramping in certain muscles is directly associated with an incorrect position or setup on the bike. There are many reasons athletes cramp on the run during triathlon. Incorrect pacing and poor technique excessively load up muscles and contribute to debilitating cramps. Aware o
Race Day Guide For Your Best Triathlon Bike Set-Up
A good bike set-up will help you get to the finish line on race day while looking smart at the same time. Normally I'm banging on about bike fit and bike tech, but today we’re going down a different path. Looking at how people choose to set up their fluids, nutrition and spares on their [&hell
Triathlon for Beginners – Part 1: Equipment
New to triathlon? Don't know what equipment is really necessary? Below are some basic swim, bike and run equipment tips for newcomers, to help you spend your money wisely when getting started in the sport of triathlon. This blog is brought to you by professional triathlete, coach and business