J Brownlee’s Boardman AiR
Today we take a closer look at the Boardman AiR 9.8 of ITU World Triathlon Series San Diego winner Jonathan Brownlee. Despite being a phenomenal runner he kept pushing the bike most of the race, giving his sponsor Boardman some very nice airtime.
His bib number in San Diego was a very low 47, and that was so unusual for this superb athlete that he almost ran past his bike towards the single digit bike locations when he came out of the water. But he quickly recovered and rode a fantastic race.
The race ready Boardman AiR 9.8 of Jonathan Brownlee.
A Zipp Service Course SL stem and bar with Maxifuel Viper Boost gel attached, but no shorty TT bars.
Brownlee has a simple Boardman branded saddle.
Two bottles to make sure young Brownlee isn't thirsty, held in place by Zipp carbon cages.
Zipp Firecrest 404 wheels with Continental tubulars.
Brownlee's second Maxifuel Viper Boost is mounted to the top tube.
The Mavic TriHelium shoes are nicely fastened for a quick transition.
A SRAM Red drive train with Look Keo Blade pedals, but no power meter.
SRAM Red brakes.
The Boardman AiR 9.8 is ready to roll out
All images © Lars Finanger / slowtwitch.com
