Bike

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.

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?

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.

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.

Triathletes are using this clandestine-looking technology to eliminate the front derailleur without giving up a wide range of gearing. But how does it work?

We got the rare opportunity to spend hours on the unconventional, not-UCI-legal superbike that propelled Kristian Blummenfelt to both a world title and the fastest-ever iron-distance time last year.

Once you make the initial investment in tools, knowing how to tune-up a bike will save you time and money in the long term.

Surprises abound with the latest (and very, very pricey) new superbike from Felt, the IA 2.0.

Of all the gear you buy for triathlon, the helmet might just be the most important. Is it worth it to spend more for MIPS? Dr. Damián Palafox looks into the latest studies on cycling helmet technology.

Your bike deserves some special care after a season of serving you well indoors. Don't ride outside until you go through these steps.

A good bike fitter is an essential part of any triathlete's team. We did the legwork and found 15 of the best across the USA.

Draped on Quintana Roo’s new $5k X-PR build, we take a look at Shimano’s latest budget electronic (not really) semi-wireless setup and attempt to wade through the e-quagmire. 

Riding inside can wreak havoc on your trusty steed. We look at the ways (and things) to keep you bike clean and protected when you ride inside.

Here’s how some shops are navigating the crisis

Today’s bikes are more complicated than ever, and not every brand has a model that will fit you perfectly with minimal modifications. Skip the stress and get a pre-fit.

Despite the disc brake craze, Gustav Iden won the 2022 Ironman World Championship on a bike with rim brakes, which has triathletes everywhere asking the question: Which is better, rim brakes or disc brakes?

We've tested a wide range of the newest and best bike trainers from entry-level to deluxe and rate them on a nine point system that includes everything from value to calibration to build quality and measured loudness.

It’s not just about looking good on the road. Looking good in the virtual world counts just as much—and here we have a rundown of the 10 best-looking kits on Zwift for winter 2023.

The metrics-heavy Elite Justo won't be on the market in the USA until 2023, but we got our hands (er, bike) on this much-hyped trainer for an in-depth review.

Italian smart trainer brand Elite holds nothing back technologically in the Elite Justo. But is it worth the $1,200 price tag?

Biking is likely the most difficult of the three triathlon disciplines to dress appropriately for both in and out of a race. Use our guide to what to wear on bike rides in every weather scenario the weather report throws at you.

Physics rules the highly-specialized tri bikes, from the seatpost and frame to the way a rider sits on it.

We take a look at the bikes ridden by the five fastest cyclists in the women's and men's pro races at the 70.3 World Championships in St. George.

With a bike split of 6:57:22 and an overall finishing time of 13:19:38, Audrey Maheu accomplished what she set out to do in Kona: prove that it’s possible to be fast and have fun.

We take a look at the bikes ridden by the top ten fastest pro cyclists at this year’s world championships.

Some interesting movement punctuated the annual Kona Bike Count during the first-ever two-day Ironman World Championships. We dig into the numbers.

A few surprises highlight the combined Hawaii Ironman World Championship 2022 Kona bike count data from days one and two, as well as pro men's bike count data—including frames, wheels, saddles, components, and more. UPDATED: Hydration.

Feast upon the bike count data behind the frames, components, aerobars, wheels, and saddles that the 2022 Hawaii Ironman World Championship day one racers are using in Kona this year.

Parcours' latest disc wheel is optimized for wide, 28mm tires, and comes in well under $1,600 for the pair. But how does it perform?

Beefiness is the name of the game when it comes to the latest wide rim offering from Hunt.

Quick answer: Yes. (If you can.)

We review the newest carbon triathlon wheels and compare them with an exhaustive five-point rating system along with specs, takeaways, and our hand-on testing notes.

Why do most triathletes use aerobars and put themselves in such a crazy position? We break down the basics of “riding in aero” and why you might (or might not) want to give it a try.

Zwift releases their first piece of indoor training hardware with the new Hub smart trainer. We take an early look at their budget direct-drive offering.

Announcers picked up on a strange new piece of headwear from Specialized, but what is the mysterious head sock, and what does it do?

We break down the when, where, and why you should be using a particular wheel—because it’s not as simple as you’d think.

It’s a not-so-well-hidden secret that bike mechanics head for the break room when triathletes come into the shop. But why? And what can you do about it?

An impressive upgrade to a tri-favorite puts the much-loved 858s on a big diet, optimizes for 28mm tires, and potentially changes the way triathletes should think about their wheels.

While QR doesn’t exactly change the rulebook with their new affordably priced, X-PR, they do bring a high-end design and cool customization to the masses.

Trickle-down tech means big savings with fast features on Quintana Roo’s latest “entry-level” tri bike, the X-PR. We take a close look.

For Shimano lovers, electronic shifting used to mean a pretty substantial investment. Today Shimano announces a budget, semi-wireless 12-speed Di2 system. But will it work for triathletes?

Ever wanted to have eyes on the back of your head while riding? TriEye cycling sunglasses offer just that—and we're surprised with how well it works.

Ranging from $3,500 to $12,000, we hands-on review and rate five of the best triathlon bikes from 2022 and beyond.

Why is the top tube missing? Why is the seatstay shaped that way? What is happening with the fork? Does it weigh a ton?

We break down the different types of tires, what you should look for in a training or race-day tire, and give a quick list of some choice picks.

The popular cycling rear-detection radar system from Garmin gets a big upgrade with video.

Cervélo dominates once again, but this Ironman World Championship bike count was unique, including more than 80 road bikes with drop bars and a field like we’ve never seen before at a world champs.

After consolidating its tri range into one non-double-diamond frame, where does the unconventional, tri-first bike brand land? We dig (way) in.

Gravel cycling has never been more trendy and the rise of gravel tri means there's plenty for us multisporters to learn. We put two tri-friendly gravel machines to the test.