Jim Joyner
You can often identify a hardcore cyclist or an elite marathon runner by looking at their legs. Given the type of workouts they do, and the body types that are naturals at each sport, cyclist and runner legs often have a consistent profile.
Cyclists are known for their incredibly ripped … Read More
Triathlons come in a few forms, notably with variations in the distance. You have your super sprints, sprints, Olympics, HIMs, and the coveted Ironman. While sprints are the most popular, the numbers for all distances have been holding steady.
But what about some of the riffs on triathlon – namely … Read More
Winter is a slower time of year for many triathletes. The A races are either five months behind us or seven months ahead of us, depending on how you look at things. If you live in a Northern climate, you are adjusting to snow-filled running trails and some days that … Read More
Your bicycle is made up of moving parts, and, over time, especially if you’re cycling in difficult or rough conditions, it can wear down your bike. It’s important to take steps to prevent wear and tear from reaching your gear. Bike lubricant is a great example of this and can … Read More
Sometimes, you have a road bike you love to ride, but want to be able to get more aerodynamic in the tuck position. Or perhaps you just don’t have the budget to upgrade your road bike to a true time trial bike. That is where clip-on aerobars come in.
Do … Read More
When it comes to indoor biking trainers, Suito has flown a bit under the radar, at least in North America. The Elite Suito bike trainer is Elite’s answer to good-but-affordable trainers from other manufacturers, in a class with TACX Flux. The Suito has everything that cyclists need for … Read More
A bike lock might be the only thing that stands in between having a bike or not. According to the National Bike Registry, 1.5 million bikes are stolen a year!
Bikes can be stolen from outside homes, restaurants, the back of cars, nearly anywhere. College campuses are one of the … Read More
Tubeless bike tires (or ‘tyres’ for our friends in the UK) first hit the road bike scene in 2006, when Shimano and Hutchinson both created a market for them, but they had been around for a few years before that in some niche mountain bike circles. Adoption was slow at … Read More
Mavic’s Ksyrium road bike wheelset (Here on Amazon) is positioned as a significant upgrade for enhancing the performance of most triathlon or road bikes. The Ksyrium range has been extremely popular for many years because it delivers high performance, loads of strength, and light weight for a reasonable price. … Read More
If you’re a triathlete, cyclist, or marathon or 10K runner, you’ve most likely used energy gels before. It’s no secret that energy gel packs such as the Clif Shot or GU are commonly used during both training and racing, and can give you a little boost right when you feel … Read More
