Electronic shifting used to mean Dura-Ace or Ultegra prices. The Shimano 105 R7150 Di2 changes that — 12-speed wireless electronic shifting at £1,750 for the full groupset, bringing semi-synchronised gear changes to athletes who previously couldn’t justify the premium. For triathletes upgrading from mechanical 105 or Tiagra, this is a transformative step. What to Look…
The Cube Aerium C:68X Race is a professional-grade triathlon/TT bike that punches above its weight at £6,299. Ridden by Lucy Charles-Barclay in IRONMAN competition, it uses Cube’s own C:68X full-carbon monocoque frame paired with Shimano Dura-Ace hydraulic disc brakes and Ultegra Di2 derailleurs — a genuinely race-ready specification that does not cut corners where it…
Bike90min+AdvancedSession Overview This session simulates the race structure of the WTCS London sprint triathlon on 25 July — 750m pool swim, 20km turbo time trial and 5km track run — giving you a controlled race rehearsal six weeks out from the event. It’s also ideal for any sprint triathlete peaking for a summer race, testing…
Two of the Best Smart Trainers for Triathletes If you’re choosing between the Wahoo KICKR CORE 2 and the Tacx Neo 2T, you’re choosing between two of the most respected direct-drive smart trainers on the market. The KICKR CORE 2 at £499.99 and the Neo 2T at £799.99 sit at different price points, but both…
What Is Form Nutrition? Form Nutrition is a UK-based plant-based sports nutrition brand that has built a strong following among endurance athletes who want effective, clean supplements without animal-derived ingredients. Founded with a focus on sustainability and performance, Form’s range covers protein powders, pre-workout capsules and sleep recovery supplements — all vegan, all third-party tested…
What Are the Castelli Superleggera Bib Shorts? The Castelli Superleggera are the Italian brand’s premium lightweight bib shorts — a race-day short designed for triathletes and cyclists who want the absolute minimum between themselves and the bike on long, fast efforts. “Superleggera” means “super light” in Italian, and Castelli delivers on that promise with a…
Why Choose Endura Cycling Clothing? Endura is one of cycling’s most trusted British kit brands, producing everything from entry-level bib shorts to WorldTour race kit. Their cycling clothing is engineered for all-day performance rather than one specific pace, which makes them an excellent choice for triathletes who train across a wide range of intensities —…
Why Shimano Road Shoes for Triathlon Training? Shimano makes one of the broadest ranges of road cycling shoes available, covering every price point from entry-level SPD-SL setups to the S-Phyre RC9 flagship. For triathlon training, where you may be logging 10-15 hours a week on the bike, a well-fitted, stiff-soled shoe directly translates power to…
What Is the Garmin Edge 850? The Garmin Edge 850 is a premium compact GPS cycling computer that sits above the Edge 550 in Garmin’s lineup, offering a larger 2.7-inch colour touchscreen, longer 36-hour battery life and more advanced performance features. Launched alongside the Edge 550 as part of Garmin’s compact cycling computer refresh, it’s…
Swim90min+AdvancedSession Overview This 90-minute open water session develops the aerobic endurance base needed for 70.3 and Ironman swim legs. Staying in Zone 2 throughout, you’ll log continuous time in the water to build efficiency, confidence, and fatigue resistance under realistic race conditions. What You’ll Need Open water venue with marked course or GPS swim watch…
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