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The Shiv of Conrad Stoltz

Conrad Stoltz is best known for his XTERRA domination, but the tough South African also ventures onto the road. We took a look at his race ready Specialized S-Works Shiv.

The Cervelo P5 test bike

We currently have a Cervelo P5 in our hands and here is a detailed look at this testing tool. Shown here after the initial build and a few rides.

Exposure Diablo and Blaze

We take a close look at two new lights from Exposure. The Diablo headlight puts out an astounding 1,100 lumens, and is fully self-contained. The Blaze taillight is 80 lumens and works on round or aero seatposts.

Jalabert hit by car

Renowned cyclist Laurent Jalabert was knocked unconscious and suffered fractures to his left arm and leg when hit by a car while riding his bike near his home in France; Jalabert is also a 3-time Ironman finisher.

The speedy Jason Pedersen

Jason Pedersen finished 5th at the recent Escape from Alcatraz event and this former Northern Arizona University track athlete has shown nice improvements since getting his Pro card in late 2011.

Headstrong and SwimSpray

We look at two unique products for swimming. SwimSpray is intended to eliminate irritation from pool chemicals, and the Headstrong trainer could be just what your coach is asking for.

Groff wins Clermont Sprint

US Olympian Sarah Groff edges Helle Frederiksen of Denmark by 6 seconds to win elite women’s title at ITU Pan America Cup Sprint Triathlon at Clermont

Mola tops Clermont men

Mario Mola of Spain unleashed a race-best run to top Richard Murray of South Africa by 16 seconds and 3rd place Jarrod Shoemaker of the U.S. by 23 seconds and win the ITU Sprint Triathlon men’s crown at Clermont.

Debunking Wheel Stiffness

We take a close look at the concept of wheel stiffness. What does it mean? How does it affect your performance? Are all wheels created equal? For more myth-busting, read on.

Allen, Slack take Saipan

Ben Allen of Australia repeated his 2012 win and his girlfriend Jacqui Slack of Great Britain took the women’s title away from 2012 champ Renata Bucher on the rugged course at XTERRA Saipan.

Kerr, Abram win Wellington

Peter Kerr, a rising star in Australian Olympic distance racing, ran away from fellow Aussie Aaron Royle in the final kilometer and Felicity Abram of Australia outsprinted Kiwi Kate McIlroy to win Wellington.

In camp with Team SmartStop

The 2013 Team SmartStop presented by Mountain Khakis is currently holding a camp in Winston-Salem and we stopped by to see what is going on.

Caroline Steffen’s P5

Swiss Pro Caroline Steffen led after the bike segment in the Abu Dhabi International Triathlon but ended up in the runner-up spot. Here is a look at her Cervelo P5.

Packed for Your Spring Classic?

Why are bike companies trying to sell you bikes marketed for cobblestones and potholes? They’re still testing out all but the obvious narratives for new road geometries that better fit many customers.

Carrying All of That Stuff

We discuss the ins and outs of carrying things on your bike – food, fluids, tools, computers, lights, and the kitchen sink. What should you carry? Where should it go? For more, read on.

Know Your Customer

I would not be writing this had Bill Burke not opined to Bloomberg News. But, he did, so, I am. All of what Burke said is true. But one must square this with info competitors really get from race directors.

The other life of Ollie Williams

Up to the 2012 Olympic Games in London, Ollie Williams was the Olympic sports reporter for BBC Sports and dealt with folks like Alistair Brownlee, but since then he has been busy in the Northwest Territories with aboriginal kids and their families.

Escaping with Jesse Thomas

Jesse Thomas finished 3rd at the 2013 Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon and he recently moved to Bend, Oregon with his wife Lauren Fleshman and their Picky Bars brand. Enjoy this video chat.

The Problem with Women

In our celebration of the Stacktennial, let us not ignore the ladies. The problem is, of course, the constraints placed on bike design if you mandate that the bike be built with 700c wheels.

When Worlds Collide

Andrew Starykowicz in Abu Dhabi. We know what you thought: a million to one shot. Could never happen again. Read about Mike Aigroz at IM Switzerland, and then let’s talk.

What We Have Noticed: Picky Bars …

In this week’s edition of What We Have Noticed we look at the Picky Smooth Caffeinator bars, ride with Sven Nys, lust for a chocolate Brownlee, enjoy old school TT work and think somewhat fondly of Statler and Waldorf.

Melissa Hauschildt’s Shiv

Melissa Hauschildt added the 2013 Abu Dhabi International Triathlon title to her resume and here we look at her race ready Specialized S-Works Shiv.