Branden Rakita is a Colorado-based professional XTERRA racer who also dabbles in road triathlon. We take a look behind the scenes to see what makes him tick – and race so fast.
by Greg Kopecky, July 16, 2012
We had the pleasure of riding the new race wheels from Lightweight, called the Fernweg. They’ve always made light wheels, but could they be the new aero kid on the block?
Susan Katz is a very accomplished para athlete. She started off in track and basketball, but later made her way to triathlon and the Big Island. We take a look at her incredible journey.
You’ve heard of the so-called tubeless clincher tires, but how do they actually work? Can the average Joe install them? We show you the how, the why, and the potential pitfalls.
We take a detailed look at the new Mavic Cosmic CXR80, which they claim to be the lowest drag tire and rim combination currently available. We now have a pair to test, and aim to find out how fast they really are.
We’ve had our hands on several models of ISM saddles for well over a year. We share our thoughts, experiences, and recommendations on these ever-popular saddles. Are they right for you? Read on.
Ever consider your base bar? How it fits, if it’s safe, or even if it’s costing you time on the race course? As with many things, there’s more than meets the eye. We delve in to the particulars of this oft-ignored piece of equipment.
In case you haven’t noticed, short cranks are all the rage. But what’s out there? Will it fit my current bike? How short can you go? We address these questions and more.
German-based Schwalbe introduces a host of updated and new product for 2012. This includes the latest entry in to the tubeless market, with some very surprising rolling resistance numbers.
Class is in session, so bring your books. We take an in-depth look at the bearings on your bicycle. How do they work? How do we make them faster? What should you buy? For this and much more, read on.
We take a look at triathlon bikes in a different light. Not to be fast, aero, or light, but specifically as training tools for the human body, in any possible condition. Is your bike up to the task?
We explore the topic of rim width and tire width, and what it means to you. Should you go wide? Should you go narrow? What are the implications? We discuss these topics, and offer a complete listing of current rims specs.
While common on mountain bikes, many triathletes are unaware of the particulars of tubeless tire technology. We offer a complete overview, along with the key take-homes for the average road-based triathlete.
