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McNeice, Crawford take Wanaka

Dylan McNeice of New Zealand blasted out front with a 47:56 swim and held on to win his first ever Ironman distance race while fellow Kiwi Gina Crawford won wire-to-wire to take her 5th Challenge Wanaka title.

Blackburn Tech Mag Race

We review the Tech Mag Race trainer from BlackBurn Design. This simple indoor trainer has magnetic resistance, and an adjustment knob to offer a wide range of effort.

Kate Bevilaqua is Wanaka ready

Aussie Pro Kate Bevilaqua started 2013 with a win at the inaugural Albany Half Ironman and is taking on Challenge Wanaka this weekend. She talked to slowtwitch about racing, training and various animals.

Linsey Corbin in Tucson, AZ

Montana made Pro Linsey Corbin snagged two Ironman titles and a 70.3 win in 2012 and is currently getting ready for 2013 in Tucson, AZ.

Mauna Kea Triathlon – part 1

Few triathlon events are developed to take advantage of natural topology; they seem to tend more so to fit standard distances and attract larger fields, but there are indeed exceptions.

A day with Tony DeBoom

Tony DeBoom found a busy life after triathlon as an artist, entrepreneur, devoted husband and father of three enchanting girls. Photo gallery by Timothy Carlson.

Hector Picard’s Can Do Attitude

Double arm amputee Hector Picard is competing in triathlons and is a true inspiration to folks who encounter him. He has been dealing with this amputation for 20 years now and encourages folks to live life to the fullest.

Inside the Endurance Conspiracy

West Point grad, pro triathlete and coach Tony DeBoom found a new niche with wife Elize as they created the Endurance Conspiracy tee shirt and casual clothing line dedicated to sport’s free spirits.

2013 US CX Nats Elite

Jonathan Page and Katie Compton won the 2013 US Cyclocross National Championships and here are a few images from Sunday’s action by Gary Geiger.

Hub How-To – Zipp 188

We walk through a complete overhaul of the latest Zipp hub, called the 188. This model features adjustable bearings, improved weather sealing, and a more robust drive mechanism.

Up close with Mary Beth Ellis

We had the opportunity to chat with Mary Beth Ellis at the TBB training camp in Cozumel, Mexico. Ellis had a fantastic 2012 season with seven wins and is now looking forward to 2013.

You Are Not Welcome Here Anymore

You have been the topic of endless discussions and merely mentioning your name has turned friends against each other, and this editor actually just wished that you would stay away from cycling and triathlon.

2013 US CX Nats Saturday

The US Cyclocross National Champs are in full swing in Madison, WI and here are images from Saturday’s action seen through lens of Gary Geiger.

Colucci, Carvallo win Pucon 70.3

Reinaldo Colucci of Brazil outsprinted Daniel Fontana of Italy by 3 seconds and Valentina Carvallo of Chile topped Sarah Piampiano of the United States to win Ironman 70.3 Pucon Sunday in Chile.

A video chat with Jordan Rapp

Multiple Ironman champion Jordan Rapp who is also known as Rappstar, talked about racing, training, family, home projects and a great tool in a video chat.

The unsinkable Flora Duffy

This Bermuda prodigy raced the Commonwealth Games in just her second Olympic distance triathlon. Since then, she’s made two Olympics, recovered from an eating disorder, and found renewed zest for sport.

The Journey of Mike Curiak

We had the opportunity to interview one of the legends of endurance mountain biking, Mike Curiak. He recounts 1,000 mile trips across barren Alaska, and even reveals plans for new extreme challenge.

A chat with Team Wurtele

Heather and Trevor Wurtele are currently back home in Canada where they have added snow shoveling to their swim, bike and run workouts and we had a few words with them.

Riding Fat Bikes in CO

This fun photo gallery follows two winter rides in Colorado aboard a fat bike. We pedal over snow, sand, ice, and manage to find some beautiful blue skies.

The humble talented Matt Russell

Matt Russell took the win at the final Ironman Canada in Penticton and a week earlier earned a podium spot at the inaugural Ironman Mt. Tremblant, but this fast humble athlete is not just about winning and keeping score.

Getting to know Brandon Marsh

Austin, TX based Pro Brandon Marsh had a very solid 2012 season and is now building up for a promising 2013. We had a few words with him about racing, training, cheating, drug testing and various other topics.