That Diesel Donna Phelan

We talked with professional triathlete Donna Phelan. Lovingly known as Diesel Donna, she knows how to crank out the power, and is looking to be on-track for a stellar 2013 season.

Peter Reid allies with Challenge

Peter the Great Reid and his three Ironman World Championships had been happy to quit professional triathlon and enjoy life as a Canadian bush pilot. So what drew him back to a Penticton alliance with the Challenge group?

Norseman champ Annett Finger

Annett Finger from Germany won the 2012 Norseman Extreme Triathlon in a course record time of 12:17:04 despite gunning for the record from the previous year. We had a few words with this upcoming Pro.

Can Jacobs advance at Kona?

In the immediate wake of two-time winner Chris McCormack and three-time champion Craig Alexander, 2011 runner-up Pete Jacobs has the game – if healthy - to follow fellow Aussies atop the podium at Kona.

Up close with Luke Farkas

Elite Triathlon Academy resident Luke Farkas recently grabbed the title at the USA Triathlon Junior National Championships and has his sights now set on Auckland, New Zealand where the Worlds will take place in October.

Catching up with Michellie Jones

We spoke with former Ironman World Champion, Michellie Jones. She is making the transition from full-time athlete to career woman, coach, and continuing race-course threat. How does she manage it all?

Travels with Josh Amberger

This talented Aussie swimmer/cyclist has led some big races but a simply decent 32 minute 10k run has steered him to non-drafting races; a degree in international relations and a wicked sense of humour helps him navigate the globe in style.

Cam Dye is on the rise

Cameron Dye, a rare triathlon pro who was born and raised in Boulder, has proven he can win big non drafting races with a world-class swim and bike. He reminds experts of the great Craig Walton - and might have a future in ITU if he can improve his run.

David Thompson Speaks

David Kennedy Thompson, or DKT, is a long-time American professional triathlete. With a humble and calm demeanor, his persona flies under the radar - that is, until you watch him race.

Canadian Olympian Kyle Jones

Kyle Jones will be one of 5 triathletes representing Canada in London. While his qualification was at one time unsure, he has since been on a tear and won the Edmonton World Cup. He chatted with Sal Farruggia.

Richie Cunningham is on fire

This half-Ironman master is having the best year of a consistently excellent career at the age of 39. Cunningham talks about winning Rev3 half Ironman races and pulls no punches about USADA, due process and the WTC.

Ryan Bates of USPro Tri Team

The USPro Tri Team features 10 American athletes and they are led by Ryan Bates. Sal Farruggia had a few words with him to learn more about the team and concept behind it.