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History has shown that the picturesque body of water in St. George can get you if you turn your back on it. Get the inside scoop on the site of this year’s spring Ironman World Championships swim.

It was a weekend of fast (very fast) racing around the world.

Our European correspondent goes poolside at the event in London to find out.

73-year-old triathlete Melodie Cronenberg will toe the line at the Ironman World Championships for what she calls her four disciplines: swim, bike, run, and joy.

The news from around the multisport world this week.

The move is part of a statement of support for Ukraine.

The Veyo Pie Shop was a tiny bakery in at tiny town—until Ironman brought in a whole new (and hungry) customer base.

A race from London to Paris? Only 45 individuals have finished the solo version.

Opening up about mental burnout and struggles.

In the first-ever Ironman World Championship race outside of Hawaii, the stakes are high. How will St. George deliver?

After coming out of the Zwift ranks, Brit Ruth Astle has been turning heads with a string of victories—and she’s just getting started.

“I don’t think we’re going to have non-binary categories in triathlon for a very long time."

When a car struck Cheyenne Meyer on a training ride, her athletic future was in doubt. Becoming a guide for athletes with disabilities helped motivate her in recovery.

Even the cancellation of the biggest race in town, Ironman Louisville, can’t stop this club from spreading their love of swim-bike-run.

The news from around the multisport world this week.

Rescheduled, moved, rescheduled again, two in one year? What's going on?

British triathlete Tim Don clocked a 2:49:42 at the 2018 Boston Marathon, but the time was not what made the feat so impressive.

Do you have to share a lane in the pool? What should you do when passing someone on the bike? Use these tips to navigate the unspoken rules of how to behave in common training and racing scenarios.

Achilles tear prevents three-time Kona winner from lining up to defend his title in Utah.

Anne Hed, CEO of Hed Wheels, started out as a pro triathlete—when Ironman Hawaii cost $100. A lot has changed since then.

This year we're putting one of our amazing members on our cover. Nominations are open.

Entries will be open until April 20.

Triathlon needs a few more rivalries and a little more good-natured build-up.

Check out Sarah Wassner Flynn's author page.

The 78-year-old is the oldest British woman to finish an Ironman — and she's still going strong.

While wins separated by less than a second are rare, they're not unheard of.

Two-time Paralympic gold medalist Allysa Seely takes a look at the state of the sport. Her conclusion? We still have a long way to go.

An oversharer, a hugger, an acrobat. It takes all kinds to get to a triathlon finish line—and that's OK. See if you're one of these 12 types of triathletes.

We hear from the athletes on the ground, and break down the exciting race.

No one had Jackson Laundry picked going into 70.3 Oceanside. Last year, no one had Taylor Knibb on their short list for the Olympic team. It's time to change your list.

It was a thrilling weekend of racing, full of surprise wins, comebacks, and even a photo finish. Columnist Brad Culp recaps the action in Oceanside, Salou, and South Africa.

Outside+ members can watch the race on-demand.

The news from around the multisport world this week.

What does this mean for the Sub8 Project in June?

Triathlon great Barb Lindquist looks back at the inaugural—and iconic—battle-of-the-sexes race.

It’s the biggest race of the year, but not everyone wants to be there. We look at why that might be the case…

As Appleton begins his U.S. race season at Oceanside this weekend, we take a closer look at the special partnership he has with his new coach, old friend, and longtime rival.

And your 70.3 Oceanside preview.

We're hiring a membership community manager.

Ever wonder what the most helpful types of encouragement are for your triathlete? Research has the answers.

The news from around the multisport world this week.

If you didn't hear Youri Keulen's spontaneous heartfelt outpouring at the finish line of Clash Miami, look it up. Then get the full story.

Hundreds of professional cyclists and triathletes from all over the world call Girona home, and there’s a reason why.

And tri season is really really here.

Australian Kent Ohori is all about finding new goals—and crushing them.

Introducing Outside Learn, a comprehensive new online education hub that features more than 2,000 courses.

Kat Matthews and Sam Long turned in dominant victories as they head full speed ahead to the Ironman World Championship in St. George.

Please don't long for the olden days of tri — especially when it comes to gear.

But that doesn't mean they take themselves too seriously. Read about how one of the largest (and most advanced) tri clubs in the country keeps things balanced.

The news from around the multisport world this week.

The Emerald Isle has had its fair share of triathlon talent, while celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this week, we look back at who won what and when. 

For the USAT Grand Masters Athlete of the Year, fun = success.

When was the last time you checked your USAT national ranking? 

A case for prize money for the fastest transition, fastest swim, fastest bike lap....and the list goes on.

Enter now to win a Quintana Roo V-PR.

Daniel Allemond shares how triathlon played a role in beating a rare and aggressive form of leukemia.

Columnist Brad Culp recaps a weekend of racing around the world.

The news from around the multisport world this week.

The goal? Get the new format added to the Olympics in LA 2028.

In the heat and humidity, some athletes struggled, flatted, or crashed—while others found another gear.

A long list of pros will race for $50,000, streamed live, on March 11.

And "bug bounty" program—which will reward users for pointing out cracks in the system—is coming.

These were the first women to...

Mike Alexander uses triathlon and art to heal from the trauma of forced adoption and the difficulties it led to.

And we break down the first big weekend of racing.

Over 80 sessions across five days. Here were the themes we heard again and again.

There are different ways to qualify for an elite license—but none of them guarantee you'll make a living as a pro triathlete.

What was weirder: A couples championship for $100K in Florida or Blummenfelt being beaten for just $15K in Dubai?

Known throughout the 80s for his size and the size of his adventures, Alexander embraced it and set an example for others in work, life, and triathlon. "I am who I am."

Check out Sarah Wassner Flynn's author page.

She’s racing women more than half her age and still posting PRs. How does she do it—and what can we learn from her?

The popular early season 70.3 takes place this weekend—but how did triathlon come to Dubai in the first place?

Already the oldest person to ever finish the Ironman World Championship race in Hawaii, Inada hasn’t slowed down. He shares his training schedule and mental approach to triathlon and to life.

既にアイアンマン世界選手権の世界最高齢記録保持者としての称号を持つ稲田弘さん。彼は今年、更なる挑戦を決意している。沖縄で合宿中の稲田さんに、その決意と人生観、そして現在のトレーニングメニューを公開していただいた。

Plus, a news-focused Sid Talks.

After setting national records as a high schooler and rising to running fame, the 25-year-old has now joined Paulo Sousa’s Triathlon Squad and will race for her pro card in Clermont, Florida this weekend. 

How the pandemic helped professional triathlon get out of a rut, and what it means for the future of the sport.

The middle-distance specialist had a big year in 2021—but he says he's only getting started.

World Triathlon had previously issued sanctions against the country.

The news from around the multisport world this week.

On Feb. 18, 1978, a new event was born. We take a look back.

And what we think about the new NCAA announcement.

It's not just for elite paratriathletes. Many age-group triathletes rely on guides as well.

Jacob and Joseph Mansbach are using hard work (and triathlon) to help the most vulnerable in their community.

Not all airlines are created equally - we break down the on-time rates and bike fees for top airlines like American, Delta, Southwest, United, and more.

Here's why.