Novice triathletes soon realise that the best way to save time in transition is to limit kit changes.You need kit you can wear under your wetsuit for the swim, that offers protection and support for the bike leg and doesn't encumber you on the run
Novice triathletes soon realise that the best way to save time in transition is to limit kit changes. You need kit you can wear under your wetsuit for the swim, that offers protection and support for the bike leg and doesn’t encumber you on the run
and hardwearing, carbon-reinforced palms. There's still enough bike feel through the gloves to move up and down the gears or to slam on the brakes. Info: www.madison.co.uk Specialized Women’s BG Equinox, £27.99Specialized almost managed to resist the temptation
such as PowerBreathe: blowing into the adjustable inflation valve gives your lungs a real workout.Contact: www.gorebikewear.comOrca Women's Lite Vest, £45.99Perhaps the most aesthetically pleasing option, this gilet has reflective piping running throughout its
and running and therefore save time in transition. This can be an effective strategy in shorter events.As your cycling confidence increases, triathlon-specific shoes and pedals are definitely the faster option but there's no need to blow the budget on multiple
.thelondontriathlon.co.uk) costs £73 for the individual sprint or £78 for the Olympic distance, but the Leicester Flashman Triathlon cost just £21 to enter (sprint distance) in 2008. (See www.leicestertriathlonclub.co.uk for details.) Discover the joys of secondhand tri gear. I
upon the UK every year, but every time you run or ride. Whether it's blazing sunshine, overcast, raining or even night-time, you should wear glasses to protect your eyes from ultraviolet light, insects, dust and debris.If you doubt the wisdom of this
grit on your chain and cassette, a misaligned chainline (how your chainrings line up with your cassette), or changing gear late under pedalling load. If you don't work out the cause, and fix it, you run the risk of damaging your frame and drivetrain
lines while utilising rider energy efficiently and even conserving energy - you have to run when you come off the bike. In order to achieve this efficiency, tri-bike geometry has a steeper seat tube angle, usually 76-78 degrees. The top tube
... take the winter offSwim and run to maintain your fitness levels so you're ready to go when the warmer weather finally returns. Your winter checklistGet cracking Has your bike been unused for a while? Check your tyres' sidewalls for cracks. If you find any
