Dibens is racing invitational TT
Julie Dibens will be racing the Tour of California invitational women’s time trial today in San Jose 18 months after her last triathlon and 14 months after a major operation to address foot and knee injuries. 5.17.13
Julie Dibens will be racing the Tour of California invitational women’s time trial today in San Jose 18 months after her last triathlon and 14 months after a major operation to address foot and knee injuries. 5.17.13
Newton Running sued for unpaid bills
Boulder-based creative agency Moxie Sozo filed suit against Newton Running for unpaid invoices. According to a source at the agency the total owed is in the neighborhood of $300,000. 5.16.13
Boulder-based creative agency Moxie Sozo filed suit against Newton Running for unpaid invoices. According to a source at the agency the total owed is in the neighborhood of $300,000. 5.16.13
The consistent Uwe Widmann
German Pro triathlete Uwe Widmann is now approaching his 25th year in the sport and while he never had a major Championship title, he has been very consistent - placing in the top ten at Ironman Frankfurt in 9 out of 10 attempts. 5.13.13
German Pro triathlete Uwe Widmann is now approaching his 25th year in the sport and while he never had a major Championship title, he has been very consistent - placing in the top ten at Ironman Frankfurt in 9 out of 10 attempts. 5.13.13
Honoring Brent McLarty
On the eve of Wednesday’s 10th annual Ride of Silence dedicated to cyclists killed on the road, Sara McLarty recalls her father Brent McLarty, struck and killed by a van while cycling near his Deland, Florida home in 2011. 5.12.13
On the eve of Wednesday’s 10th annual Ride of Silence dedicated to cyclists killed on the road, Sara McLarty recalls her father Brent McLarty, struck and killed by a van while cycling near his Deland, Florida home in 2011. 5.12.13
Llanos, Hütthaler win Mallorca 70.3
Eneko Llanos of Spain outran Bart Aernouts of Belgium by 18 seconds to win Ironman 70.3 Mallorca. In the women's race Lisa Hütthaler of Austria passed fellow Austria resident Yvonne Van Vlerken late in the run to take the win. 5.11.13
Eneko Llanos of Spain outran Bart Aernouts of Belgium by 18 seconds to win Ironman 70.3 Mallorca. In the women's race Lisa Hütthaler of Austria passed fellow Austria resident Yvonne Van Vlerken late in the run to take the win. 5.11.13
More Halfs for Joe Gambles Aussie Joe Gambles was third at the recent Wildflower long course triathlon and he now is ready for a bunch of North American events. Kona though is on hold until 2014. 5.10.13
Kat Baker - The comeback kid
Kat Baker has come back from so many injuries, she has lost count. The undaunted 26-year-old Australian has been in triathlon for 8 years, has very few miles on her legs and she is now fueled by a 2nd at Wildflower. 5.10.13
Kat Baker has come back from so many injuries, she has lost count. The undaunted 26-year-old Australian has been in triathlon for 8 years, has very few miles on her legs and she is now fueled by a 2nd at Wildflower. 5.10.13
Jorgensen superb in Yohohama
American Gwen Jorgensen captured her second ITU World Triathlon Series title of 2013 with a superb effort in Yokohama, Japan. Aussie Emma Moffatt finished second and Brit Jodie Stimpson a close third. 5.10.13
American Gwen Jorgensen captured her second ITU World Triathlon Series title of 2013 with a superb effort in Yokohama, Japan. Aussie Emma Moffatt finished second and Brit Jodie Stimpson a close third. 5.10.13
Yokohama WTS to Brownlee
In cold rainy conditions Jonathan Brownlee ran away from Javier Gomez and Joao Silva to grab the win at the 3rd stop of the 2013 ITU World Triathlon Series in Yokohama, and showed that he hadn't lost a step since his injury. 5.10.13
In cold rainy conditions Jonathan Brownlee ran away from Javier Gomez and Joao Silva to grab the win at the 3rd stop of the 2013 ITU World Triathlon Series in Yokohama, and showed that he hadn't lost a step since his injury. 5.10.13
Kahlefeldt, Blatchford win Busselton
ITU star Brad Kahlefeldt ran away from the long course specialists with a dazzling 1:10:35 run while Liz Blatchford held off Kate Bevilaqua to win the men’s and women’s pro titles at Ironman 70.3 Busselton. 5.10.13
ITU star Brad Kahlefeldt ran away from the long course specialists with a dazzling 1:10:35 run while Liz Blatchford held off Kate Bevilaqua to win the men’s and women’s pro titles at Ironman 70.3 Busselton. 5.10.13
Swim changes for NA Ironmans
WTC announced new swim start and timing changes for several North American Ironmans as part of an initiative to make swims safer and less stressful for race contestants. 5.09.13
WTC announced new swim start and timing changes for several North American Ironmans as part of an initiative to make swims safer and less stressful for race contestants. 5.09.13
Tollakson vs Wurtele power TJ Tollakson and Trevor Wurtele raced Ironman 70.3 St George last weekend and here is a detailed look at their bike power data thanks to TrainingPeaks. 5.08.13
Random AG Carrie Stevens
Carrie Stevens is quite new to triathlon but her passion for this recent love is ultra strong. This New York City resident and Full Throttle Endurance team member was selected for a random age grouper interview on slowtwitch. 5.08.13
Carrie Stevens is quite new to triathlon but her passion for this recent love is ultra strong. This New York City resident and Full Throttle Endurance team member was selected for a random age grouper interview on slowtwitch. 5.08.13
Challenge returns to Australia x 3
Challenge had a full distance race in Cairns that became an Ironman event in 2012, but now Challenge Family announced 3 new half distance races in this triathlon passionate country - Challenge Forster, Melbourne and Bateman's Bay. 5.07.13
Challenge had a full distance race in Cairns that became an Ironman event in 2012, but now Challenge Family announced 3 new half distance races in this triathlon passionate country - Challenge Forster, Melbourne and Bateman's Bay. 5.07.13
70.3 Worlds Internationalizes
Ironman 70.3 World Championships will now rotate its venue worldwide and annually starting in 2014. This mainstreams the race, bringing it into conformity with most major sports championships. 5.07.13
Ironman 70.3 World Championships will now rotate its venue worldwide and annually starting in 2014. This mainstreams the race, bringing it into conformity with most major sports championships. 5.07.13
Kevin Collington stepped up big
Kevin Collington finished second at the loaded Ironman 70.3 St. George and as the top American became the 2013 US Pro Champion. This may have been a bit of a surprise to some onlookers, but surely not to all. 5.07.13
Kevin Collington finished second at the loaded Ironman 70.3 St. George and as the top American became the 2013 US Pro Champion. This may have been a bit of a surprise to some onlookers, but surely not to all. 5.07.13
2013 Ironman 70.3 US Pro Championships in St. George, UTBrent McMahon and Meredith Kessler captured the 2013 Ironman 70.3 US Pro Championships in St. George, UT. Ace photographer Larry Rosa was on site to provide some great pics from the day. 5.06.13
The gifted Alexander Wetterhall
Alexander Wetterhall is a Pro on the NetApp - Endura squad and if you have never heard of him, you can be forgiven. But after today you should know this Swedish TT talent and all-around strong athlete. 5.06.13
Alexander Wetterhall is a Pro on the NetApp - Endura squad and if you have never heard of him, you can be forgiven. But after today you should know this Swedish TT talent and all-around strong athlete. 5.06.13
Another Shot for Julie Ertel
Julie Ertel finished 19th at the 2008 Beijing Olympics but hasn't raced a WTS level event since that day. This So-Cal local did not look rusty at all as she finished 3rd American and 23rd overall at the San Diego WTS. 5.06.13
Julie Ertel finished 19th at the 2008 Beijing Olympics but hasn't raced a WTS level event since that day. This So-Cal local did not look rusty at all as she finished 3rd American and 23rd overall at the San Diego WTS. 5.06.13
Dye, Goss win Rev3 Knoxville
Cameron Dye stormed to win on the bike at the Revolution3 Triathlon in Knoxville in very cold and rainy conditions. Lauren Goss was near the front most of the day and at the front when it mattered. 5.05.13
Cameron Dye stormed to win on the bike at the Revolution3 Triathlon in Knoxville in very cold and rainy conditions. Lauren Goss was near the front most of the day and at the front when it mattered. 5.05.13
The Specialized Wind TunnelThis company built its own wind tunnel. Pretty cool. But it didn't just build a tool to help in product design. It's what the tunnel means. It's another process play, like BG. 5.17.13
Shimano TR60 & R170 shoesWe review two 2013 cycling shoes from Shimano – the SH-TR60 tri shoe, and the SH-R170 road shoe. We also look at new Shimano cleats, including a second option in float. 5.16.13
Bell Javelin and Gage reviewWe review two 2013 helmets from Bell, the Gage and Javelin. The Gage is a vented road helmet, and the Javelin is the latest aero helmet (and now CPSC-certified). 5.14.13
Pebble watch - first lookAbout a year ago the Pebble watch was featured on kickstarter and this editor was an early backer. We now have that watch in our hands and here is a first look. 5.13.13
The Case of the Laid Back Lady
Last week I invited expert bike fitters to solve a theoretical conundrum facing many fitters and certain of their customers. I thought Slowtwitchers might like to see how some of the cleverer fitters operate. 5.13.13
Last week I invited expert bike fitters to solve a theoretical conundrum facing many fitters and certain of their customers. I thought Slowtwitchers might like to see how some of the cleverer fitters operate. 5.13.13
Hub How-To - Dura Ace 7900We take a detailed look at the full service procedure for Shimano Dura Ace 7900 hubs. While similar to older Shimano hubs, this generation brought on some unique features. 5.10.13
ISM Attack ReviewWe review the newest model from ISM, called the Attack. Some say it’s a road saddle. Some say it’s a triathlon saddle. Some say it doesn’t matter. We say… 5.08.13
Insurance for your bicycle?
Does your bicycle really need an insurance policy all its own? Isn't everything already covered either by your medical or homeowners plan? Yes and no. While not for everyone, the policy is attractive for many. 5.07.13
Does your bicycle really need an insurance policy all its own? Isn't everything already covered either by your medical or homeowners plan? Yes and no. While not for everyone, the policy is attractive for many. 5.07.13
Reasonable bike fit expectations
Slowtwitchers recently fitted for bikes have appealed to forum readers with questions about what they fear are suspect results. In each recent case these questions were justified. 5.07.13
Slowtwitchers recently fitted for bikes have appealed to forum readers with questions about what they fear are suspect results. In each recent case these questions were justified. 5.07.13
ASICS Gel Lyte 33 (2013)
The second edition is, on my feet, more comfortable than its original version. If you want a lightweight shoe, but you don't want ultra low-drop, this shoe could be the one. 5.06.13
The second edition is, on my feet, more comfortable than its original version. If you want a lightweight shoe, but you don't want ultra low-drop, this shoe could be the one. 5.06.13
Brooks Pure Drift and Grit 2This is our long-term review of two Brooks Pure Project shoes – the updated Pure Grit 2 trail shoe and the new Pure Drift road shoe. Both are intended as light weight, neutral, low ramp shoes. 5.03.13
Fuji Norcom Straight TechWe take a detailed look in to the tech, aerodynamics, and geometry of the new Fuji triathlon bike. Fuji claims aerodynamic improvements, and we spot substantial fit changes. 5.01.13
A St.Croix Triathlon GuideThe 25th anniversary of the St. Croix Triathlon takes place on May 6th and many athletes struggle with this event. Dev Paul shares his thoughts on tackling Beauty and the Beast. 4.29.13
Aileen Reid's Planet X MondoIrish top ranked ITU Pro Aileen Reid née Morrison did a few races in the US recently and Timothy Carlson grabbed images of her Planet X Mondo race bike at the F1 Super Sprint Tri. 4.28.13
Trek Superfly of Sam SchultzWhile in Monterey, CA we had the chance to look closer at the Trek Superfly SL Team Edition race bike of US Olympian Sam Schultz of Missoula, MT. 4.28.13
Hed Ardennes Gets FatterHed Cycling of Minnesota announces a new, even wider, version of their aluminum Ardennes wheel, dubbed the Ardennes Plus. We take a quick look at the details. 4.24.13
