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Molinari, Cave win in Cannes

Giulio Molinari surprised Jan Frodeno and Sebastian Kienle with a big win at the Cannes International Triathlon. Leanda Cave grabbed the women’s title on the French Riviera.

2015 Jakes race day

The 20th Jakes Off Road Triathlon offered sunny skies, a duel between David Bromfield and Bobby Barnes, and a an Ultimate Frisbee pro women’s winner.

Potts, Piampiano win NOLA 70.3

Andy Potts fought off a determined challenge by Matt Chrabot and Sarah Piampiano unleashed a come-from-behind women’s best 1:26:21 run to win New Orleans 70.3

2015 Sea Otter Classic day 3

The Sea Otter Classic goes on until Sunday but we end our daily coverage today. Competitions, bikes, gear and gadgets is what we noticed today.

A Jamaican duel for the ages

Some people say that Jakes Off Road Triathlon isn’t about winning and losing – it’s about the vibe. Don’t tell that to 31-year-old David Bromfield and 49-year-old Bobby Barnes.

The prerace scene at Jakes

Want an intimate triathlon with a laid back vibe in a Caribbean paradise? Jakes Off Road Triathlon in Treasure Beach Jamaica. Photo Gallery by Timothy Carlson

2015 Sea Otter Classic day 2

Another beautiful day in Northern California brought lots of passionate cyclists to the Sea Otter Classic and here is what we noticed in and around the expo.

The roots of Jakes Triathlon

Jakes Off Road Triathlon began 20 years ago and race director Jim Curl had been at the helm of the Jamaican one-of-a-kind triathlon for the last 15 years.

Recon Jet in the Flesh

It’s finally here. Pre-orders of the Recon Jet are being filled. This has been one of the most anticipated releases of a sports microelectronic in recent years. How well does it work?

Gwen on the Bike

America’s brightest triathlon star is a fish in the water and a deer on the run. But on the bike? Not so much. Is that changing? Maybe so.

2015 Sea Otter Classic day 1

Another Sea Otter Classic has arrived and this is now the 25th edition. Thursday is usually the calm before the storm and the weather played along nicely.

A Shimano Di2 Scott Plasma 5

Every Scott Plasma 5 we featured was equipped with SRAM Red components. Folks have asked about a Di2 version, and now Andres Douzoglou of Beyond Aero delivered.

Is SRAM tri-ready?

How relevant is SRAM in triathlon in 2015? Shimano has made it tough, but the scrappy Chicago company still has a lot of game for multisporters.

German power2max drops prices

A strong US dollar allowed German brand power2max to lower their pricing and thus bring more power to the people, with the popular Type S now as low a $899.

Rest in peace Steffen Liebetrau

Steffen Liebetrau passed away in early April and several pros who knew him and raced against him kindly shared their thoughts about this man who enjoyed life.

It is on for Dave Mirra

Dave Mirra has been in triathlon for 2.5 years and looks now at Ironman Lake Placid to get to Kona. We chatted with him about training, racing, qualifying, gear and cars.

Womens Access

It should be obvious to anyone that access begets prosperity. The success of the U.S. women in Olympic-style triathlon is a story about access. Let’s talk about how this impacts Ironman.

Team Marsh Fearless Fundo ride

On Saturday folks gathered to ride the Team Marsh Fearless Fundo to raise money for Amy Marsh’s battle with cancer, and here are some impressions from the event.

Shimano for 2015

Shimano’s groupkits for use in triathlon are overviewed here. Mostly, your choice for tri is Shimano versus SRAM or Shimano versus another Shimano group. Here’s how we parse it.

The Weekend Box Apr 12 2015

The Weekend Box offers triathlon action from the Pacific – an Ironman in Taiwan and XTERRA off road contests in New Zealand and Guam in the northern Marianas.