The top American finisher from the 2024 Ironman World Championship is back on French soil with hopes of a podium repeat. We traveled to Rudy von Berg's chateau to get the inside details on the Factor Hanzo he’ll ride.
Thorsten Radde mixes history, data, and dynamics to help you watch the 2025 Ironman World Championship men's race like a pro.
A father-son pact got them to race day. But their journey to the start line started six years prior.
We head to American Sam Long’s provincial French château, 30 minutes outside of Nice, to get the scoop on the bike he’ll be riding this weekend.
Our up-to-date breakdown of the top contenders for the podium at the men’s 2025 Ironman World Championship in Nice.
Triathlete's editors are on the ground in Nice, France, bringing you live, behind-the-scenes coverage you can't find anywhere else. From pro and age-grouper interviews to pro bikes and gear, check back often on our live blog for the latest.
Bob Babbitt sits down with athletes as they prepare for competition.
Three of the fastest long-course age-group men in the world each share a swim, bike, or run session that they use to prepare for their big day at the men's 2025 Ironman World Championship in Nice, France.
Collegiate club triathlon can be a wild, life-changing ride. Our expert coaches share the whys and hows of joining up with your school’s triathlon team.
It’s been a big 12 months for new triathlon bikes, and we’ve got expert, hands-on reviews of the latest offerings from nine of the best brands in the sport.
The “hogge” approach to triathlon training, spurred by curiosity and experimentation (that sometimes leads to destruction), could pay off for the Danish triathlete in a big way in this year’s world championship race.
Tri didn’t copy aero - it taught it. Here we look at the historic images, oddities, and athletes who hid heads, moved bottles, and nudged rules to reshape the way we look on the bike leg.
Just how intelligent are AI training apps for triathletes? We recruited age groupers to test and review four apps over the course of two months: Humango, TriQ, 2Peak, TriDot, Maxiom, AI Endurance, Garmin Connect+, and Strava’s Athlete Intelligence
Riding a 191-mile route around another country is just another training day for Cam Wurf as the Aussie gears up for the 2025 Ironman World Championship in Nice.
A physical therapist explains why monitoring biomechanical numbers might do more harm than good—and what to pay attention to instead.
Can an athlete win a middle distance one day and a sprint the next? That's what the back-to-back T100 and WTCS races aimed to answer.
“Looking back now, I’m noticing things over the Ironman training that I’m like, ‘I should’ve picked up on this a long time ago.’ But it was things that were normalized in training that I see other people going through."
Members of the Philly Triathlon club review tri suits ranging from $125 to $549 - see what they had to say about Zoot, Tri-Fit, Ryzon, and more.
The Suunto Race 2 is the newest version of one of our favorite endurance-focused smartwatches. We break down what’s (actually) new, what’s better, and what’s missing.
Triathlete editors handpick the best tri-related Labor Day deals from around the internet on the stuff you need for fall training and racing.
Traveling to North America’s largest triathlon with nothing but a backpack to discover a unique triathlon wave that could, in fact, be genius.
The French Riviera is the fifth race in the T100 Series and the race to Qatar. Here's a look at the top competitors and their winning odds.
A 17-year-old podiums, home country wins, and the first male qualifiers for the 2026 one-day Kona Ironman World Championship earn their spots in Switzerland.
If you’re railing into those tight spots, you’re probably missing the point - and the benefits.
Terry and Joy VanderWert used triathlon to gain a new perspective on the country.
As marathon times continue to plummet in iron-distance racing, we analyze the recent leap in performances and ask: Why now?
The Ironman Pro Series goes to Austria August 31 - check out the start lists and race updates for Ironman 70.3 Zell am See-Kaprun here, plus how to watch the free livestream on race day.
50 athlete-moms, including five triathletes, will receive $2,000 grants for “childcare so they can get out there.” One recipient, Sierra Winters, shares why it matters.
Plus, when will the current records be broken?
Pro triathlete Laura Siddall recounts last weekend's competition across Ironman, XTERRA, Embrunman, and more.
Ironman has officially released the 2025 Ironman World Championship start list. Here's who is on it (and who isn't).
The women's 2025 Ironman World Championship in Kona will feature three past champions, nine of the top 10 finishers from 2024, and the top 19 athletes in the Ironman Pro Series. In other words: it's gonna be one amazing race.
No gym, no pool, not even a patch of grass - triathlete Sarah Olson shares her experience living and training in one of the most remote and extreme places on Earth.
Learn how to navigate protein powders, stroopwafels, and bars without triggering allergies or sensitivities.
Add "water" to the long list of things to be worried about.
No longer reserved for those with diabetes, continuous glucose monitors (CGM) are now being utilized by athletes to gain fresh insights that can help them optimize their training and racing.
Surprise winners were a common thread this weekend, both at London T100 and XTERRA Czech Republic.
Sometimes you have to get out of your head to get into your run.
"Early on, whenever I asked for anything in Boston, the first response was a ‘no,’ then ‘[expletive] you,’ then ‘go [expletive] yourself.’"
We stepped into the broadcast booth at the T100 San Francisco event in May to see how the sausage is made. The entire operation was mind blowing.
Triathlete’s editors logged thousands of miles to find the best bike bibs for long rides. These four - ranging in price from $100 to $325 - are their favorites.
Walking away from a triathlon goal isn’t a failure, says coach Julie Dunkle. In fact, it’s a sign of a smart athlete.
Trirating.com expert Thorsten Radde analyzes the super-deep 2025 London T100 field and predicts the most likely winners at the event on Aug. 9.
Julie Derron is poised to make her mark at the 2025 Ironman World Championship in Kona, following in the footsteps of successful Swiss triathletes like Natascha Badmann and Daniela Ryf.
You don’t know what you don’t know. So how can you be sure your bike mechanic is qualified for the work and not upselling you?
Pro triathlete Laura Siddall breaks down the various pro triathlon series and who is performing and underperforming this season as world championships loom.
Exciting new research at the molecular level could one day yield a precise individualized prescription for your perfect training regimen. Elaine K. Howley dives into the fascinating field of omics.
In a time when specifically tuned super shoes might work for Ironman World Championship winners, but maybe not so much for the rest of us, Hoka’s Rocket X 3 provides accessible assistance.
New races hit the Ironman and PTO circuit, familiar faces establish programs to help the next generation of triathletes, and a major tri gear recall - catch up on what you missed in multisport this month.
Tomorrow’s workout will thank you. We dive into the benefits of adaptogenic mocktails for athletes, plus our top recs for the best ready-made mocktails to toast after a workout.
Fuel your races and training with our pick of the most effective sport chews you can buy.
The nerves, the excitement, the self-doubt - you’re not alone. A triathlon coach shares the most essential tips for first-time triathletes, from gear and training to race-day mindset and fueling.
Banish training burnout by taking the swim drills you’re already doing and using them in new ways. Coach Andrew Sheaff shows you how.
31% of triathletes name their bikes, according to the Triathlete Community Survey. Naturally, we had to ask: What's everyone calling their two-wheeled friends these days?
Not every ache means weeks off running. Here are different treatments to keep you running pain-free, according to real-life sports medicine docs.
Don't skip swimming due to headaches. Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff helps triathletes get to cause of swimming headaches to prevent and treat them.
Triathlete's editors are sharing their favorite triathlon travel gear to make getting to your next race a little less stressful.
The right bike chamois can quite literally save your ass (and other bits) when cycling. But what is it, and how do you pick the best one? A bike shop veteran tells you how.
Feeling all the feels at the end of your race? There’s a reason for that.
Exclusive: Triathlete speaks to both sides of the contentious legal proceedings surrounding last year's World Triathlon elections, in which one former board member accused another of influencing the outcome.
Store-bought is good, but have you ever tried making your own protein powder? Use our tips to make your optimal blend, plus a recipe to get you started.
Norway’s latest triathlon star didn’t set out to conquer long-course triathlon, but that’s exactly what she’s doing. Could she follow in the footsteps of Kristian Blummenfelt and Gustav Iden and pick up a win in Kona?
“Most advice around burnout emphasizes rest and time away from your sport. While mileage may be a contributing factor, burnout isn’t solely about doing too much.”
We tested a variety of triathlon swimsuits to bring you a roundup of our favorites for both men and women. Prepare to hop in the pool or open water with these top picks.
Norwegian coach Mikal Iden, along with his wife, Jess, are behind a new style of elastic shoelaces for triathletes. Tim Heming dives in to learn more and tests a pair.
Laura Siddall details the controversial Lisa Perterer drafting penalty at Lake Placid and the competition at World Triathlon Para Series in Montreal.
When you're training and racing, sugar is your friend. But for everyday life? Not so much. These no-sugar electrolyte drinks, tested and reviewed by Triathlete editors, are perfect for topping off the tank post-workout.
You don’t have to spend a small fortune to have fun with your triathlon gear. We’ve rounded up the best tri gear out there.
Looking to fuel with ingredients you can actually pronounce? From maple syrup to turmeric, natural formulations are supercharging the way athletes fuel and recover.
Understanding the motivations of triathletes is key for achieving multisport goals.
A physical therapist prescribes four nerve flossing moves to bring relief to your neck and shoulders after a long ride.
“Rest is not a reward for going extreme, nor is it a sign of weakness. Rather, it is the chance for the body to recover, to rebuild, and restore.”
Ironman Lake Placid is one of the last opportunities to qualify for the 2025 Ironman World Championships. Trirating.com expert Thorsten Radde details who has the best chance at winning and who could punch a last-minute ticket to Nice and Kona.
Long daylight hours, high temperatures, and intense training cycles can turn summer nights into a restless mess for triathletes. Here's why your sleep suffers - and how to fix it.
Ranging from $350 to $1,200, we hands-on review and rate eight of the best triathlon wetsuits from 2025 and beyond.
This weekend wasn’t an especially flashy race weekend, but it did shake up the women’s Ironman Pro Series points and involve an impressive win by 37 minutes.
Fueling and nutrition are key elements of success in triathlon. Find recommendations for carrying methods for water and nutrition during every race distance.
You may not want to sit around marinating in your sweaty bibs during a post-ride coffee, dermatologists warn.
92% of triathletes say they want to do the sport for life - so why does triathlon have a retention problem?
At Ironman Lake Placid several pros are looking at one of their last chances to qualify for the world championships in Kona (women) and Nice (men).
High-performance lids that prioritize safety, speed, and comfort
From the straight-shooting to the profound, these soundbites from the multisport world had triathletes thinking and talking.
Gear up for swim, bike, and run at discounted prices during Amazon Prime Day July 8-11, 2025. Save time shopping with our editor-approved list of the best gear for triathletes.
Certain nutrient deficiencies might be dragging you down. Here are the ones to be aware of and the best ways to bring your body battery back to life.
Pro triathlete Laura Siddall breaks down the competition, including the rookies who rounded out the podium.
Two new studies add fresh data to the debate about exercise and brain function
Our 20-plus-person testing team put their heads together to select the six pairs of kicks that make every step feel easier.
It’s not just about big muscles: scientists now believe that protein is also a recovery aid and even a fuel.
The Ironman Pro Series heads to Wales for the first time - here’s who (and how) to watch the action on the free Ironman 70.3 Swansea livestream.
We combed our archives to find the best running shoes for triathletes—the ones Outside's editors tested and loved—that also happen to be on sale for the week of the 4th of July.