How fragile are carbon bikes compared to aluminium bikes?
Do you need to treat carbon fibre bikes with kid gloves because of their fragility, or are they as, or more, robust than other types? We explain all
220 Triathlon Team
Georgia Taylor-Brown wins first-ever WTS in Leeds
Series leader Katie Zaferes finishes second, Jess Learmonth third
Ali Brownlee to make his Ironman debut in Ireland
Two-time Olympic champ, and 2018 70.3 world champ runner up, Ali Brownlee is to race his first full distance at IM Cork in Ireland this month.
Pinarello Bolide TR+ triathlon bike review
Welcome to Pinarello’s Tour de France-winning TT bike, made even faster for tri. Robin Coomber puts Cameron Wurf Ironman record-breaking ride, the Pinarello Bolide TR+, through it’s paces to see how good it really is
Bkool & Challenge Family Triathlon Series Launch the Challenge Cup
Ride key events from the Challenge Family race series on Bkool and win a free entry to Challenge Mallorca!
Does Ironman’s new qualification system for pros work?
New system that was meant to simplify life for Ironman professionals has left them even more confused. Tim explains…
Suunto release new sports watch designed for the serious athlete
The new Suunto 5 multisport watch includes a 40-hour battery life and stats for over 80 customisable sports modes
Bike training: How to improve your acceleration
It’s time to get familiar with microbursts! They’ll boost key muscles and make you faster
How to avoid injury while training and exercising
Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned age-group triathlete, there are two common objectives all triathletes share: get faster and, in doing so, try and avoid injury. It’s been reported that 62% of triathletes incur at least one injury per season, so here are the only 25 tips you’ll ever need to stay race strong…
Swimskins: What are they and how much difference do they make?
Thinking about buying a swimskin for those non-wetsuit triathlons? Matt Baird explains how they work and weighs up the pros and cons
What is a groupset?
Confused about groupsets? Matt Baird and Pete Bonfield explain all you need to know and what to consider before purchase
Ali Brownlee wins in Cagliari, Sardinia
Showing no signs of the injuries that have plagued him in recent years, the double Olympic Champion Ali Brownlee takes gold in Cagliari
June 2019 issue out now
Highlights include: exclusive interview with Patrick Lange, 23 ways to smash your first triathlon, Vicky Holland run tips, 8-week run strength training plan and and all the latest tri kit tested and reviewed.
20 female tri newbies wanted for London Triathlon
Female and want to give tri a go, but worried you’re not up to it? Then this could be for you! 220 Triathlon has teamed up with Limelight Sports and Her Spirit to recruit, train and support 20 women through their first triathlon experience at London Triathlon
What is a bike chain gang training session?
Heard a lot of the pros, including the Brownlees, talk about chain gang training, but don’t know what it is and whether it can help you? Matt Baird explains how it works, the chain gang cycling technique, and how this type of session can help you improve your cycling skills
How do elite runners run so fast?
Science suggests that it’s the length of flight that separates elite runners from the rest…
Bleep test: What is it and how useful is it?
Run coach Scott Findlay explains how the bleep test works, and its merits
Ali Brownlee back ITU racing this weekend
Ali Brownlee has announced he will race the Cagliari World Cup on Saturday 18 May
Protein: Do your needs change as you get older?
Wondering if your protein needs change as you age, and whether a woman’s protein needs differ from a man’s? James Witts investigates
Challenge Roth to be broadcasted live on German TV
For the first time in more than 35 years of triathlon in Roth, the iconic race will be broadcast live in its entirety on Sunday 7 July on Bavarian TV from 6:15am until the end of the women’s race at around 3:30pm.
Georgia Taylor-Brown’s top speed tips for the sprint-distance triathlon
Georgia Taylor-Brown is one of Britain’s most successful triathletes over sprint and Olympic-distance triathlon. Here’s her top advice…
May 2019 issue out now
Highlights include: 25 ways to avoid injury, how to find time to train, 8-week open-water swim training plan, and all the latest tri kit tested and reviewed, including in-depth look at wetsuits
St. George, Utah, to host 2021 70.3 Worlds
St George, Utah, has been chosen to host the 2021 Ironman 70.3 Worlds, bringing the championship back to south-western USA for the first time since 2013
2019 Race Guide
Sponsored: Pick your races and plan your season with the help of 220’s 2019 race guide
