Need a new watch this season? How about the Forerunner 735XT, the latest lightweight multisport-capable running watch from Garmin? It features 24/7 heart rate monitoring, without the need for an additional strap, and built-in activities including running, cycling, swimming, multisport, hiking, XC skiing, strength training, paddle sports and cardio. Advertisement Connect IQ compatible, the Forerunner 735XT … Continue reading "Garmin release the Forerunner 735XT"

We caught up with the Brownlees to talk about their fitness ahead of their ITU homecoming in Leeds, their Rio Olympics prep and what tips they have for us age-groupers… Click Here: liverpool mens jersey Advertisement JONNY ON… THE WTS IN LEEDS Leeds being part of the ITU WTS Series in June is something we’re … Continue reading "The Brownlees on Rio, recovery and peaking for your ‘A’ race"

Spaniard Mario Mola has earned his third WTS victory this season with a win at the 2016 ITU World Triathlon Yokohama in Japan. While silver went to Mexico’s Crisanto Grajales and bronze to Norway’s Kristian Blummenfelt, both of whom graced the WTS podium for the very first time. Advertisement Their medals also meant that Mexico and Norway were represented on … Continue reading "Mario Mola wins WTS Yokohama"

It is gold for USA’s Gwen Jorgensen  at the 2016 ITU World Triathlon Yokohama, her first WTS victory of 2016. Advertisement Producing a consistently strong performance throughout the whole competition that saw her among the leaders in the swim and bike that set her up for her signature unbeatable run execution, Jorgensen was able to reclaim … Continue reading "Gwen Jorgensen takes victory at WTS Yokohama"

Would you like the chance to race with Chrissie Wellington at Challenge Galway? Challenge Ireland are giving 2 very lucky athletes (1 male and 1 female) the once in a lifetime chance to race with this triathlon legend on her Half Distance relay team at Challenge Galway this coming June Advertisement Four-times Ironman world champion … Continue reading "Win a chance to race with Chrissie Wellington"

Flying in the day before from Gatwick with a complexion translucent enough to make the Invisible Man jealous makes attempting a half-iron distance race in Antigua as sensible as facing local fast bowler Curtly Ambrose without wearing a helmet. In other words, it can do your head in.   Advertisement SoI don’t. I throw in the … Continue reading "AUA Rohr Tinman Triathlon in Antigua"

Giro Sport Design has launched a new aero helmet the Aerohead™ Ultimate MIPS.  It features the fastest helmet shape Giro has ever tested, plus MIPS multi-directional impact protection system, and the class-leading ventilation of Roc Loc Air®.   Advertisement The helmet will be available this summer in two versions: the Aerohead MIPS (with venting for … Continue reading "Giro Sport Design release new aero helmets"

The cream of the sizeable pro athlete field today assembled in Puerto del Carmen ahead of the 25th edition of the Club La Santa Ironman Lanzarote on Saturday 21st May, which included world champion Jan Frodeno, Brits David McNamee and Carolin Livesey and Olympian Ivan Rana. Advertisement Ironman officials hailed the 52-strong pro athlete field as “the strongest … Continue reading "Ironman Lanzarote – pro athletes gather before race’s 25th edition"

Jesse Thomas pulled off a stunning victory over Ironman world champion Jan Frodeno at the Club La Santa Ironman Lanzarote, crossing the line in a time of 8:42:33. Danish athlete Tine Holst claimed her first Ironman title in the women’s race, winning in 10:02:35.  Click Here: liverpool mens jersey Advertisement It was also a great day … Continue reading "Jesse Thomas and Tine Holst win Ironman Lanzarote"

A superb party atmosphere greeted the 1,900 triathletes who travelled to Lanzarote for the race’s 25th edition. Before and after the event, sports resort Club La Santa hosted numerous events to mark the occassion, including an after party with triathlon royalty in attendance. Advertisement In the race itself, Jesse Thomas pulled off a stunning victory … Continue reading "Gallery: Ironman Lanzarote"