TriSUP series launched
Whether it’s on city centre harbours, rural rivers or remote lakes, the rise in popularity of stand up paddle boarding (SUP) has been unavoidable in recent summers. And the 2016 looks to be the biggest…
February issue of 220 Triathlon now on sale
The February issue of 220 Triathlon magazine went on sale today, featuring a beginner’s guide to building triathlon fitness in your gym to prepare for your first race. Advertisement Other highlights in this month’s issue include: Step…
Tribal disability sports series to introduce their first triathlon in 2016
The UK’s first and only mass-participation disability sports series today announced it is introducing a triathlon to its list of events on 15th May at Eton Dorney Lake – the event is open to everyone,…
BMC Etixx team on the rise
From the earliest days of multisport, tri teams have had a troubled existence. Despite initial fanfare, the touted likes of Commerzbank and Tri-Dubai have both folded due to a lack of funds or declining interest…
David McNamee on tackling Ironman
Along with Joe Skipper, David McNamee was the break-out Brit Ironman male of the 2015 season. McNamee came through the British Triathlon set-up before leaving for the long-course world in late 2014. The next year…
Dimond launches two new beam-shaped frames for 2016
Dimond Bikes has released two new beam-shape models for the 2016 season, a lower price bike, the ‘Dimond Xpress,’ at $5,950 and the ‘Brilliant’, at a pricier $9,879. The frameset for these are $4,000 and $6,850…
Liz Blatchford’s career recap & Ironman tips
From short-course wins to Olympic qualification heartbreak and instant Ironman success, Aussie racer Liz Blatchford has experienced a long and colourful triathlon career. Advertisement We caught up with the Cheshire-born 34-year-old at a BMC Etixx…
Front crawl technique: S-stroke or I-stroke?
The S-stroke in front crawl could be more effective for triathletes, rather than the I-stroke, new research from the University of Tsukuba in Japan shows. Advertisement The scientists investigated which stroke was more effective in the…
Challenge Wanaka attracts top line up for 2016
Defending champions Gina Crawford (NZL) and Dylan McNeice (NZL) are just a few of the international pro triathletes lining up for the 10th anniversary of New Zealand’s long distance triathlon, taking place on 20 February. They…
Ironman buy Lagardère Sports’ endurance division
Ironman have announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Lagardère Sports’ endurance division, which includes races in three continents and eight countries, including ITU races. Advertisement The long-course race organiser will now own…