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WTC Names New Chief Executive
The World Triathlon Corp., owner of the Ironman, Ironman 70.3 and 5150 triathlon brands, has named Andrew Messick, former president of AEG Sports, its new chief executive.
The World’s Fastest Triathletes
IndyCar drivers Tony Kanaan and Vitor Meira to race Ironman Hawaii
Trail Running Tips for Triathletes
We asked Dr. Victor Runco of the San Diego Running Institute to provide tips to triathletes looking to add trail running to their workout repertoire.
Memorial Day Weekend Triathlons
Looking for something to do during Memorial Day weekend? Why not sign up for a last-minute race? You’ll burn off the calories in time for Monday’s barbecue.
CBS News Reports Hincapie Testified That He And Armstrong Supplied Each Other With EPO, Testosterone
George Hincapie, one of Lance Armstrong’s closest friends during their time together at the U.S. Postal Service and Discovery Channel teams and the only member of all seven of Armstrong’s Tour de France-winning squads, testified before a federal grand jury that he and Armstrong had supplied one another with EPO and testosterone, CBS News reported Friday afternoon.
Introducing: Giro Selector aerohelmet
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Andreas Raelert to Race Challenge Kraichgau
Though the Challenge series will gain them no points toward racing in Kona, the Raelert brothers have been vocal about wanting to race each other at the Ford Ironman World Championship this year.
XTERRA Pacific Championship
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Interview: Jesse Thomas On Competitor Radio
How many runners have ever slam dunked? How many endurance athletes have come back from breaking their neck? Jesse Thomas is a special athlete with the personality to match.
Wilier Triestina TwinFoil TT bike
"We’ve spent a lot of time in wind tunnels, both in Europe and in the U.S.,” said Angelo Cilli, President of Wilier Triestina USA. “We are excited to introduce a UCI approved time trial bike that leverages design features which make it fast as well as differentiate it from the rest.”
Tri-Cycle Rentals: Race Day Tri Bike Rental Company
Don’t want to lug your bike to a race? Rent a Tri-Cycle.
ITU Re-schedules Yokohama Event For September
The International Triathlon Union (ITU), the worldwide governing body for triathlon, today announced the Yokohama round of the 2011 Dextro Energy Triathlon ITU World Championship Series has been re-scheduled for Monday 19 September, 2011.
Rapp And Naeth Claim Leadman Tri Titles
Rapp, Naeth top an elite field in the ultra endurance event.
Stoltz and Paterson Victorious at Inaugural XTERRA Pacific Championship
Long known as a surfing haven and an outdoor lover’s paradise, Santa Cruz welcomed over 200 off-road triathletes to the XTERRA Pacific Championship event.
TriCenter Update: Triathlon Returns to Annapolis
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Quotes from Pro Panel at Rev3 Knoxville
My friendship with Matty goes up and down based on how we are racing and training. We're still friends now, but we'll see how tomorrow goes.
TriCenter Update: TriRock Annapolis
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What’s New In The Twitterverse
This week the pros grumble about Ironman China and talk pole dancing
Ironman China and Ironman 70.3 China Cancelled
“While we have had nothing but positive experiences in working with China’s sports authorities in the past, TSB simply failed to provide all of the documentation necessary for CTSA to process the sanction.”
Tempe Town Lake Will Continue To Host Swim Events
In a press release today the City of Tempe announced that Tempe Town Lake, the swim venue for Ironman Arizona and several other triathlons, will continue to host swim events
Wittmack Completes Inaugural World Triathlon With Everest Climb
He swam 275 miles down the River Thames and across the English Channel, pedaled 9,000 miles from France to Nepal, then ran 950 miles from the Bay of Bengal in India to Mount Everest
Hunter Kemper Named USOC’s April Athlete of the Month
The U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) honored triathlete Hunter Kemper as its male Athlete of the Month for April following a victory at the Ishigaki ITU Triathlon World Cup.
FuelBelt Joins Forces with The Hartford Sales Group
This new partnership, effective immediately, will continue to help drive FuelBelt forward as the number one hydration belt in the world.
Revolution3 Announces Race in Wisconsin Dells, Wis.
The course passes through downtown Wisconsin Dells and into the surrounding community providing athletes a unique route that can't be repeated anywhere else.
Ironman China Cancels Swim
Ironman is offering a full refund of entry fees to athletes wishing to withdraw from the event.
Arizona Mulls Tempe Lake Swim Ban
Swimming because it is healthy may just sink in Tempe, AZ because of water quality issues.
Weekend Wrap Up: From Busselton to St. George
From the 70.3 in Busselton, Australia to the ITU World Cup in Monterrey, Mexico, to the ultra-challenging Ironman St. George, Utah, Triathlete.com brings you race reports and photo galleries to catch you up on all the action.
Twitter Roundup: Soundings from the Twitterverse
Would like 2 thank the St George cop who let me off with a warning today on the way to lake. I promised to watch my speed...until Saturday.
Ask Aaron: When Should Triathletes Replace Tires, Chains, Shoes?
Here are some guidelines for when you should consider swapping your old stuff for new.
Coach Matt Dixon Advised Ryan Hall Before Boston Marathon
It was an impressive breakout performance by Hall, who sought advice from triathlon coach and owner of San Francisco-based Purplepatch Fitness, Matt Dixon
Henning, Ledesma Win Inaugural Playitas Challenge Triathlon Fuerteventura, Spain
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Mystery Man Jesse Thomas Wins Avia Wildflower; Cave Wins Women’s Race
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Pro Support: Specialized Athletes Get Special Treatment At Wildflower Triathlon
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Q & A With Mirinda Carfrae On Racing In St. Croix
I love the laidback island atmosphere and the fact that the conditions in St. Croix are so very similar to Kona
Julie Dibens withdraws from the Avia Wildflower Triathlon
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Sprint And Team Championships Added To The 2011 Dextro Energy Triathlon ITU World Championship Series
The higher profile of the Team Triathlon World Championships will bolster the ITU's bid to have the event included on the Olympic Games programme for Rio 2016.
USA Triathlon Collegiate National Championship, Presented by Saucony, to Air Nationally on CBS Sports Network
CBS Sports Network will debut separate one-hour telecasts on Friday, April 29
Shoe Talk: Avia Bolt XZR
Competitor.com's Mario Fraioli talks to Avia's Ike Alvear about the Avia Bolt XZR trail running shoe.
TYR Sponsors British Triathlete Tom Lowe
With the likes of Andy Potts and Chrissie Wellington on the roster, Lowe will have inspiring teammates to motivate him.