Shoe Talk: 2011 Ecco Biom Running Shoe Review
Video: The 2011 Ecco Biom Running Shoe. Worth the money? Decide for yourself after watching this video with Mario Frioli and David Helter about the Ecco Biom running shoe.
Triathlete magazine is the premier resource for everything triathlon gear: find how-to advice, gear reviews, and unboxings from our experts. We put a lot of thought into everything that appears on this page! Read about how we test our gear here.
Triathlete magazine is the premier resource for everything triathlon gear: find how-to advice, gear reviews, and unboxings from our experts. We put a lot of thought into everything that appears on this page! Read about how we test our gear here.
Video: The 2011 Ecco Biom Running Shoe. Worth the money? Decide for yourself after watching this video with Mario Frioli and David Helter about the Ecco Biom running shoe.
The long distance specialist has built a reputation in Europe and he is now bringing his skills to North America. He is riding a Look 596 IPack with Mondrain paint job.
The Wave Prophecy certainly poses some degree of traditional pronation stability, but instead of side-to-side “motion control,” the Prophecy is based on controlling how the foot rolls from heel strike to toe off.
What’s hot other than the weather in Texas? Some age grouper's bikes.
Aaron Hersh advises try replacing a long steady run with a short and intense track workout, and leave your watch at home.
Video: 2011 K-Swiss Blade Max Trail Running Shoe Review
Photo Gallery: Kestrel 4000 Pro SL-Ultegra, now you can see the features up close without taking a trip to your local bike shop.
Paul Phillips of Competitive Images brings you a photo gallery of some of the finest bicycles in transition at the 2011 St. George Ironman.
Wilier Triestina’s TwinFoil TT frame got its first race outing last weekend, and Caley Fritz was on hand to take it all in.
Since his hometown of Christchurch, New Zealand, was hit by an earthquake in February, he has been racing to raise money to help rebuild the athletic facilities that were destroyed.
The Italian component maker will enter 2012 with a full line of equipment for riding against the clock.
Triathlon LAB in Los Angeles, Calif. was recently voted the Top USA Triathlon Retailer 2010 by Triathlon America.
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The most basic answer is yes, tire pressure influences rolling resistance, but higher is not always better.
The bike Cameron Brown rode to a 10th Ironman New Zealand championship in 11 years.
When you run out of gears, however, and start to pedal with a slower-than-preferred cadence, it creates much more muscular stress and fatigues muscles that you will rely on later in the race.
I usually associate Salomon with skiing/snowboarding, but I was recently surprised by two pieces of apparel from their trail running line that I really loved.
This week in "Ask Aaron" Aaron answers questions about lubing to get out of a wetsuit and wheel upgrades.
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Ironman 70.3 California draws athletes of all ability levels from across the country, and triathlon product makers use the opportunity to show off their new gear.
This week in "Ask Aaron," Aaron provides a clever new way to add a touch of fashion to your old race wheels.
Campagnolo’s 2012 line will include the tri-specific components that will finally allow their 11-Speed component groups to enter the transition area in mass.
Whether you are racing in the cold of spring or your season starts later in the year, now is a perfect time to get your bike race day ready.
American Andrew Starykowicz raced the Abu Dhabi International Triathlon on this Orbea Ordu, outfitted with a mix of Shimano and Vision components.
In today's "Ask Aaron" column Aaron answers questions about making gear adjustments for race day.
A look at Marino Vanhoenacker's Scott Plasma 3 triathlon bike, which he rode to a second place finish at the 2011 Abu Dhabi International Triathlon.
There are a lot of standoffish bike shops that make entering the sport of triathlon a little intimidating—especially for women. That’s why it was refreshing to see TriBella, a women’s-only multisport store that opened in Denver’s Golden Triangle less than two weeks ago.
Specialized has combined their bike design expertise with the world-class composite manufacturing skills of the McLaren Applied Technologies group.
Chris McCromack may not be racing Kona this year, but that doesn’t mean he is purely a short-course racer. He will be displaying his Ironman strength this weekend aboard this Specialized Shiv at the Ironman 70.3 San Juan triathlon
This week in "Ask Aaron", Aaron answers triathlon gear questions about affordable aerodynamic upgrades, the proper bike fit for the most power and how to choose a GPS device.
A look at Faris Al-Sultan's Storck Aero2 triathlon bike. Al-Sultan rode the Aero2 to an eighth-place finish at the 2011 Abu Dhabi International Triathlon.
The incredible field at the Abu Dhabi International Triathlon isn’t the only attraction this week. As the first major international race of the year, the ADIT is our first look at the bikes the world’s best triathletes will be racing on in 2011.
Bockel broke off the front of the field at the 2008 Beijing Olympic triathlon, and he might try the same tactic this weekend aboard this Blue Triad SP.
Get the inside scoop on the Cervelo P4 triathlon bike in this Triathlete Buyer’s Guide Photo Gallery Spotlight.
This week, we cover bike fit questions and even bring in an outside expert for one. Retul bike fitter Mat Steinmetz and Aaron address shoulder pain, changing a bike’s fit characteristic and handling problems that come from riding in clip-on aerobars.
Get advice on finding the right wetsuit for your body and budget.
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This week in "Ask Aaron", Aaron addresses the issues of if you should upgrade your components and the difference between lower and higher priced wetsuits.
A sneak peek at four of the running shoes K-Swiss will be releasing over the next year.
Aaron Hersh breaks down the Trek Speed Concept 9.9 that helped American Chris Lieto ride to a field-leading 4:23:17 bike split at the 2010 Ironman World Championship.
Lesley Paterson joined Team Trek/K-Swiss literally days ago. She is spending part of the training camp getting acquainted with her new bike, the Trek Speed Concept 9.9.
Let’s be honest: there’s no shortage of flowery, girly triathlon apparel out there. Even if you typically prefer to blend in with the guys (this editor included), your acceptable opportunity to go pink overboard is Valentine’s Day. Go girl it up with one of these products.
Matt Reed went to the A2 Wind Tunnel in the heart of Nascar country in Charlotte, N.C. to refine his position with the help of A2’s Bicycle Specialist Mike Giraud.
Triathlete senior editor Aaron Hersh reviews the brand new Kestrel 4000 Pro SL-Ultegra, which retails for $4,000.
Swim paddles are unique training tools that help swimmers find the optimal hand position while improving strength. This swimming gear review focuses on the Finis PT Paddle.
Triathlete gear editor Aaron Hersh spent the day roaming the Endurance LIVE Consumer Show floor to find the latest and greatest gear of 2011. Here are his top 11 picks, in no particular order, for best gear offerings of 2011.
Keeping these items nearby will help keep your mileage up and your bike repair expenses down.
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A step-by-step look at how Tyr's triathlon wetsuits are made.
Although Specialized’s next-gen tri bike, the Shiv, has stolen some of the Transition’s spotlight, the latter remains a staple in the world of triathlon for good reason.
Team Movistar will be rolling with Campagnolo's prototype electric drivetrain in 2011. VeloNews' Lennard Zinn takes a look.
A look at the custom Avia Troy Lee-Designed Ridley Dean.
A look at Easton's new EC90 Aero 58mm carbon clincher.
Get a detailed look at the running shoes featured in the 2011 Triathlete Buyer's Guide in this photo gallery.
Get the inside scoop on the Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 ($4700 and up) in this Triathlete Buyer’s Guide Photo Gallery Spotlight.
Get the inside scoop on the Blue Triad SP ($2,700) in this Triathlete Buyer’s Guide Photo Gallery Spotlight.
Get the inside scoop on the Cannondale Slice 4 ($2,899) in this Triathlete Buyer’s Guide Photo Gallery Spotlight.
Get the inside scoop on the Easton Attack TT handlebars ($750) in this Triathlete Buyer’s Guide Photo Gallery Spotlight.
Madfiber takes a unique approach when it comes to designing race wheels.
As the holiday season approaches, the the Triathlete magazine editors have done the legwork to find a slew of products from every price range to give to your triathlete friends, family and even your triathlon supporters.
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Our running shoe guide features a range of running tools for all types of weather, surfaces and speeds.
Find out why investing your time and money into a proper bike fit could be the most important thing you do heading into the 2011 season.
Sorting through all of the triathlon apparel and gadgets available can be a daunting task when holiday shopping for the triathlete in your life. Here's are 20 gifts available for purchase online that will put a smile on any triathlete's face.
What do the top pros ride during a highly-competitive Ironman event? Find out in this photo gallery, featuring the bike gear of the top male and female finishers of the 2010 Ironman Arizona triathlon.
Check out this photo gallery of some of the top aerohelmet offerings for 2011.
…or at least clean up your pricey workout wear with a little TLC and a suitably gentle detergent.
When should you replace your cleats and pedals? Ian Buchanan provides an answer.
It’s the time of year when many of us take our training indoors. Before you invest in a bike trainer, choose the type that will best serve your needs.
How does carbon make for a more advanced race wheel? Chrisopher Kautz explores this topic.
Triathlete tech editor Aaron Hersh gives the ins and outs of the affordable SRAM Apex groupset.
Triathlete senior editor Aaron Hersh reviews the Blue Triad SP triathlon bike, which retails for under $3000.
Triathlete magazine senior editor Aaron Hersh tested 9 different value-oriented bikes for the November issue. These three carbon triathlon bikes—Felt B14, Orbea Ordu SLT, Cervelo P2—were put through the paces.
Mavic is one of the most respected wheel manufacturers in the world and they have brought their experience to triathlon shoes.
A comprehensive gear review of a few triathlon race wheels available on the market.
Get a look at the professional bike of Great Britian's Leanda Cave. Cave rode this Pinarello FT3 to a 10th place finish at the 2010 Ironman World Championship on Oct. 9.
Look through the images of some of the top pros' bikes and then tell us, what pro bike do you most envy?