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Best Triathlon Gear Bags That Hold Everything A Triathlete Needs

There is a lot of gear you have to pack and carry to a triathlon. With the exception of your bike and the few items stored in your saddle bag, all the rest has to be packed in something. You could cram everything into 2 or 3 different bags, or you could purchase a triathlon gear bag that compartmentalizes it all for you.

WARNING: 11 Triathlon Rules You Need To Be Aware Of

The moral to the story is: as a triathlete you must be mindful of the official triathlon rules. By reading this post, you can knock 'ignorance' off the list of things that would contribute to you getting disqualified from a triathlon event.

How To Build Self-Confidence As A Triathlete

Here we delve into matters of sports psychology and the mental side of the sport of triathlon. Athletes often say about their sports performance, "It's mostly mental." In the sport of triathlon this is particularly true. Here's how to build your confidence as a triathlete.

Tips For Successful Transitions In Triathlon Races

It would presumably take hundreds of training hours to lop 2 minutes off your swim time, and yet 1 hour of transition practice would likely take 2 minutes off your transition time. Here are some tips for improving your transition times during a triathlon race.

Triathlon Gift Ideas For Your Favorite Runner, Cyclist, Swimmer, or Triathlete

Here are some unique ideas for triathlon gifts for that special triathlete in your life. Plus, tips for picking out the perfect triathlon gift, based on your triathlete's personal goals and interests.

Packing & Preparing For Triathlon Race Day

I just returned home from a triathlon trip; I competed in an Olympic distance triathlon a few hours from where I live. With it fresh in my mind, what follows are some tips regarding race day of your triathlon -- including what to pack and how to prepare the night before the event.

2008 Beijing Olympics Triathlon: A Crash Course

Are you ready for the 2008 USA Olympics?! With just a few days to go, I thought it might be helpful to break down the details on the 2008 Beijing Olympics triathlon competition.

Your First Sprint Triathlon – What To Expect

What is a Sprint Triathlon? How do you know where to start? What is on-site registration like? Those are a few of the questions you're likely to have as a new triathlete. It's also quite possible there will be times when, despite all your training and preparation, there will be a voice in your head as you swim, bike, or run that will call into question whether or not you are going to be able to do it. You CAN do it... here's how!

5 Questions New Triathletes Feel Stupid Asking (But Shouldn’t)

Let's discuss 5 of the most common questions newbie triathletes have about triathlon training and triathlon events. The topics include: wearing underwear, drinking water, airing up bike tires, signing up for the Hawaii Ironman, and drinking energy drinks vs sports drinks. Here's what you need to know.