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Pinarello's New Bolide F TR Will Make Its Racing Debut at Kona

Pinarello is sending its new Bolide F TR straight into one of triathlon's most demanding proving grounds. Here's how the Kona-bound bike combines a...

By Stephen Gendreau

Triathlon Distances Explained: From Super Sprint to Ironman

Not sure whether to start with a Super Sprint or work up to a full Ironman? This guide breaks down all five triathlon distances — exact swim, bike,...

By Stephen Gendreau

I Put A Swim Machine In My Backyard Pool For A Month

A 30-foot backyard pool isn't long enought to swim in - until you strap a 3,000-GPM current machine to the wall. We spent a month testing the SLips...

Top Tri Tips: How to Travel With Triathlon Gear

Boxing a bike, packing a wetsuit burrito, and surviving airline luggage roulette are all part of race travel. This guide covers exactly how to prep...

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7 Health Benefits of Endurance Sports

Because there's more to endurance sports than just a "runner's high."

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Understanding GI Distress in Triathlons—and How to Prevent It

I never thought I would have the chance to win an IRONMAN, but thanks in part to avoiding GI distress, that amazing day was made possible.

By Matt Bach, UCAN

Even More Awesome Age Grouper Triathlon Bikes

Say it four times fast: Bikes on bikes on bikes...on bikes.

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4 Online Resources for Finding the Best Triathlon Coach for You

In a sport where the smallest tweaks in training can make a world of difference on race day, a knowledgeable outside perspective can give you some ...

By Michael Nystrom

The Latest in Swim Technology

As tech-obsessed as most triathletes are, these advancements have been embraced wholeheartedly--and the swim industry has taken note.

By Michael Nystrom

The Best Tri Gear of 2019

Performance, quality, durability and value all figure into our picks for some of the standout triathlon gear for 2019.

By Greg Kaplan

The Most Anticipated Triathlon Bikes for 2020

Superbikes, dream bikes and our picks for realistic entry- and mid-level rides make our list of most anticipated rides for the upcoming year.

By Greg Kaplan

The 10 Top Triathlon Moments From 2019

It was truly one of the most exciting years in recent memory, with new young talent stepping up and winning big, and multi-time champions adding mo...

By Michael Nystrom

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