Best Practices for Long Training Rides for Triathlons and Centuries
When you look at the of results long distance racing like IRONMAN Triathlon®, it is not always the most physically fit or talented triathlete who crosses the finish line first. I like to use the analogy of triathlon as being a puzzle with 1,000 pieces. There are so...
What to Bring with You on a Long Bike Training Ride
Years ago, I was riding with a friend on Skyline Drive in Virginia for a long training ride in preparation for an IRONMAN Triathlon. It was raining lightly when we parked our cars at the entrance to the park and started to slowly climb up onto the drive. We were both...
Options for Traveling With Your Bike to Your Next Triathlon Race
When I first started traveling twenty years ago for distant triathlon races that I couldn’t drive to, there were basically two options: fly with it in a bike bag (or box) or ship it via UPS or FEDEX to arrive at the destination a few days early. Airline fees for bikes...
Where to Spend Your Money in Triathlon Part III: Extra Bike Stuff
When stepping into the world of triathlon, it is no big surprise to athletes that they will need a bike, a helmet, and the appropriate kit to wear on race day. What surprises some athletes as they continue in the sport is how much extra gear there can be for training...