Will My Water Bottle Make Me Puke?
Quite possibly. Avoid unnecessary spewage (and worse) thanks to our own DIY testing, some expert insight, and our safety and cleaning primer.
Looking for reviews and advice on triathlon bikes, helmets, components, wheels, and more? Check out our triathlon bike gear articles from experts.
Using Triathlete's recent community survey and Ironman World Championship bike count data, Triathlete's editor-in-chief (and resident bike nerd) examines the trends that shape what we're riding in 2025.
Quite possibly. Avoid unnecessary spewage (and worse) thanks to our own DIY testing, some expert insight, and our safety and cleaning primer.
Is buying a used triathlon bike a smart move? It can be when you follow these guidelines for finding the best ride.
Triathlete’s guide to the best saddles that increase comfort and power for the long haul. We rate our top picks based on criteria like texture, density, cutout, width, and more.
With fewer simple options now available for triathletes, we look at the best ways to travel with your triathlon bike, based on your needs.
The right pair of bike pedals can give an increase in pedaling efficiency and power, but the wrong pair can lead to injury, decreased performance, and more.
Triathlete’s guide to the best smart trainers that help you get fit and stay fit all winter long. We personally test and rate our top picks based on criteria like ride feel, power accuracy, ERG mode capabilities, and more.
A quality smart trainer for $400? We test out the new budget-friendly JetBlack Victory.
We look at the bikes ridden by the five fastest cyclists in both the women's and men's pro races at the 2024 70.3 World Championships in Taupō, New Zealand.
Cycling indoors can be made much less horrifying by choosing the best fan for the job. Triathlete's complete guide to indoor cycling fans with our top picks.
We dig into the first-ever tri bike from Decathlon’s house brand, Van Rysel - how does it ride, what does it bring to the table, and how does the XCR Tri compare to the competition?
The otherwise ultra-premium brand Factor has launched a more affordable tri bike with integrated(ish) hydration, in-frame storage, and more. We tested it in the lava fields of Kona.
Tri bikes are tricky beasts—something that looks simple to adjust can take hours. We break it down so you don’t have a breakdown.
Even the best-intentioned aero gear can fail triathletes if they're not using it right. A wind tunnel operator explains the most common (and costly) mistakes triathletes make.
Do you keep getting flat tire after flat tire and can’t figure out why? Odds are it isn't just bad luck.
Picking a new bike saddle can feel like Russian roulette, but our fit expert helps discern when to stick with a new seat or when to move on.
Rear hydration solutions are notorious for either being cumbersome or ejecting water bottles. Learn how to keep your bottles securely behind your saddle.
Your expensive aero helmet could actually be slowing you down. An aerodynamicist explains why aero helmets have evolved (yet again) and how to use them right.
Two aerodynamics experts agree that calf sleeves can make your bike split faster, but by how much? And why (exactly) do they work?
Bento boxes are an efficient way to carry fuel—some may even have aerodynamic benefits.We take a look at four great options.
While Cervelo made minimal changes to the 2024 version of the P5, they’ve given the new P-Series a big makeover (for better and worse).
We can't wear deep-aero time-trial helmets all the time (can we?). For the other 98% of your riding, triathletes need one of these fully tested and reviewed road cycling helmets, updated for 2024.
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.
While not a complete retooling of the already-fast P5, this new 2024 version of Cervelo’s speedy UCI-legal superbike has some interesting updates.
Think your tri bike is beautiful? Three full-time, professional bike painters let us into their workshops, share their origin stories, and show us some of their own coolest designs.
We take a look at seven great picks for a beginner (or intermediate) triathlon bike under $4,500.
The Zwift Ride takes a stab at the hardware world in partnership with Wahoo—this time with “most” of a stationary bike. But is it worth it for triathletes?
Electronic shifting is fantastic—until it isn’t. We look at the five most common ride-ending issues and how to fix them on the road, while you’re traveling, or at home.
Not many bike brands are releasing new triathlon-specific bikes for under $4,000, so we jumped at the chance to test the trickle-down tech on the Felt IAx.
Astronautical engineer and author Jim Gourley looks at the aerodynamic consequences of choosing clip-on aerobars over a dedicated triathlon bike.
The authority on aerodynamics to pros like Lionel Sanders breaks down basic aero terms, aerodynamic science, why it all matters, and what you should be focusing on to (actually) get faster.
For triathletes looking to maximize their bike training, a power meter is essential. We look at the best options.
The triathlon bike’s crankset is an integral part of the drivetrain, but do you know the right crank arm length or chainring size for you? Start here.
Since a dedicated tri bike might not be in every triathlete’s immediate future, we break down the steps (and the caveats) for using a road bike for tri.
We put many (windy, bumpy, sketchy) miles on one of our favorite superbikes so far this year: the updated and fully-integrated Quintana Roo V-PRi.
An expert bike wrencher lists the best bike tools that every triathlete should own.
Thinking of upgrading to electronic shifting or unsure of what’s compatible with what you’ve already got? Start here.
A no-details-left-behind $17,000 superbike, BMC’s Speedmachine 01 LTD looks like everything you’d ever need, but despite years of R&D it feels more at home on a ProTour cycling time trial than a 140-mile triathlon. Read why.
In the last 15 years, the school of thought for bike tire pressure has basically been flipped on its head. We explain why and list tire pressure charts for brands like Vittoria, Continental, Michelin, Hutchinson, and Schwalbe.
Triathlon bike size can sometimes feel like either a complete afterthought or a mystical dark art, but it’s necessary knowledge when it comes to a bike purchase. Don’t make a big mistake, our expert warns.
We take a journey through tri time, exploring the nuanced history of carrying hydration with minimal aerodynamic resistance—and where we are now.
Triathletes just can’t stay put—our expert will teach you to accurately transplant your everyday bike fit from a tri bike to a road bike, to another tri bike, to a spin bike, and more.
You like free watts and saving money, right? What if there was a magic way to do both at the same time? There is; we’ll show you how and what to get to do it right.
Chris Foster gets a rare opportunity to test the same model bike that Lucy Charles-Barclay rode en route to her record-breaking 2023 Ironman World Championship victory: the Cube Aerium C:68X.
As triathletes either toil away indoors until the weather clears up or start banging out some spring base mileage, now is the time for a new saddle.
We break down the data from real-time aerodynamic drag testing to finally put an end to the confusion of the most aero way to carry water on the bike.
Sure, we’ve all got fans, sweatbands, a tray, and some kind of screen, but there are three more surprising items that could actually revolutionize the way you train indoors.
Electronic drivetrains are slowly becoming omnipresent on new tri bikes, but do you know the difference between each brand or groupset? More importantly: Which is the best electronic drivetrain for tri bikes?
With uncertainty surrounding services that transport an athlete's bike and the hassle of traveling with your bike increasing, more and more triathletes are turning to bike rentals. We look at why (and if it’s worth it).
We take a closer look at one of the best triathlon saddles on the market—though one that comes at a price.
We take a closer look at the best value smart trainer on the market from the triathlete point of view—though the Zwift Hub One is far from perfect.
Master bike fitter Dave Luscan outlines the essential points to consider when seeking out your best bike fit.
With so many options on the market for tri bikes, we tapped fit expert Mat Steinmetz to break down the different types of tri bikes to help you choose your perfect steed.
We take a look at the bikes ridden by the ten fastest cyclists in the pro race at the 2023 women’s Hawaii Ironman World Championship in Kona.
We take a close look at the customized ride of Olympian Sarah True.
Returning world champion Chelsea Sodaro's custom-painted Canyon has more than a few unique flourishes. We take a close look at the bike she'll be riding this weekend.
U.K.'s Fanella Langridge wil be looking to improve on two top-ten finishes at Ironman World Championships this weekend on her new, custom-painted blue smoke Trek Speed Concept.
After her fourth second-place finish at last year's Hawaii Ironman World Championships, Lucy Charles-Barclay is back in Kona ready to lead the race from the gun. We take a close look at her amazing new custom mermaid-themed CUBE.
Germany's Laura Philipp will look to improve upon her fourth-place finish at last year's Hawaii Ironman with the help of her new Canyon Speedmax CFR R085.
The former world champion is looking to return to the podium in Kona this weekend—we take a close look at her interesting setup.
Taylor Knibb is in Kona (and on the Ironman World Championship start list). We have an exclusive close-up look at her Trek Speed Concept.
After missing the Hawaii Ironman last year due to a tragic bike accident, Kat Matthews is one of the most anticipated Kona debuts this year. We take a close look at her heavily modded bike setup.
American Skye Moench is looking to improve upon her fourth-place finish at last year's Ironman World Championships in St. George off the strength of her powerful bike leg. We get a close look at her custom-painted rig on the shores of Kailua Bay.
Daniela Ryf's very speedy Felt IA 2.0 is ready to carry her to another attempt at the Ironman World Championships this weekend in Kona.
Your tires actually play a surprising role in how fast you ride, and what you think you know about rolling resistance is probably wrong.
We take a stroll down memory lane, looking at some of the outdated (or still-present!) bike tech from the Hawaii Ironman of the '80s and '90s.
Triathlete’s guide to the top three cycling shoes for triathletes this year. We rate our top picks on criteria like speed in transition, breathability, fit, and more.
We put miles on one of the most unique, customizable bike seats in the triathlon world. Read our review of the highly customizable BiSaddle.
We look at six bike positions from six of the fastest triathletes in the world—Jan Frodeno, Lionel Sanders, Lucy Charles-Barclay, Taylor Knibb, and more—to understand why pros often have such different setups.
A smart trainer that mimics real-world cycling is the holy grail of indoor training. Does the new Wahoo Kickr Move smart trainer pull it off? We took it for a spin.
We take a look at the bikes ridden by the ten fastest cyclists in the men's pro race at the 2023 Ironman World Championships in Nice, France.
Tomorrow, they race. But today, we ooh-la-la over their bikes. Très bien!
We got an early look at the new, nearly completely redesigned unnamed Quintana Roo prototype that American Matt Hanson will be racing this weekend in Nice. Check out the details.
In Jan Frodeno's final Ironman World Championship race, he'll be riding aboard a custom-painted "Moonshot" Speedmax CFR, dotted with personal touches reflecting his incredible career.
Known for his strong bike and run—particularly on tough courses—American Chris Leiferman will be looking to improve upon his fourth-place finish at IMWC St. George last year on his brand-new BMC.
Known for his record-shattering bike split, Sam Laidlow's Canyon is totally optimized for the unique demands of the Nice course.
Danish bike specialist Kristian Hogenhaug is using the sleek, newly released BMC Speedmachine on the IMWC Nice course. Take a look at some unique details.
The flying Dane will look to capitalize on a record-breaking season by attacking the IMWC Nice bike course. We look at his weight-and-aero optimized setup.
Hard-charging Joe Skipper is looking to make an impact at the Nice Ironman World Championships with his super-aero, very customized rig.
Former Ironman World Champion Patrick Lange and his team have paid attention to every single detail on his IMWC 2023 Nice race rig—including rebuilt power meter internals, special prototype tires, and more.
Rudy Von Berg expects to have a super-fast bike split in Nice, check out his incredible custom-painted Trek Speed Concept SLR.
Motor doping has been the rumor-du-jour in the cycling peloton for years, but what exactly is it, and could electric-assisted bikes be making their way into triathlon?
Expect to see lots of Lucy Charles-Barclay's newly available Cube Aerium C:68X at the front of this weekend's PTO Asian Open in Singapore. Check out the specs on her speedy ride.
Recent data can help women make decisions on finding the best bike saddle—we break down what to know and what to do when trying to increase your cycling comfort.
The 4iiii Precision 3+ power meter adds value for cyclist of all levels. Power data and the ability to track a lost bike in one unit is a first for the industry.
Chelsea Sodaro is looking for a return to World Championship form this weekend at the PTO U.S. Open. We look at the tricked out, customized bike she'll be riding.
Denmark-based Miki Taagholt shares all of the details on the Felt IA Advanced that he'll be racing this weekend in Milwaukee.
Boasting nearly as much time savings as thousands of dollars worth of equipment, this simple (and cheap) race-day hack could change the sport—unless it’s outlawed.
Some things to consider as you set up your power meter for race day.
For many, riding a bike - whether outside or on the trainer - can be a royal pain in the butt. We explain what’s going on down below when things go south.