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Blog: Intensely cold swimming and brutal bike climbs at the Alpe D’Huez Long Distance Triathlon

Age-grouper Brian Carlin describes his race last week, where the swim was so cold his face quickly went numb and three huge bike climbs then followed

4 August 2014 / 11:47 BST1 April 2021 / 13:32 BST

Blog

Age-group blog: 12hr nonstop turbo spinning fundraiser

Age-grouper Brian Carlin describes the saddle soreness, dehydration and other challenges he experienced during a 12hr spinathon for charity

6 May 2014 / 15:49 BST7 May 2020 / 20:35 BST

Age-group blog: 12hr nonstop turbo spinning fundraiser

News, Blog

I raced my first triathlon and it was nothing like social media made me think

My first triathlon experience was nothing like I had expected. Before I took part in my first race, I thought I knew what the sport looked like. My social media feed had shown me sleek tri-suits, top-spec time-trial bikes, athletes slicing through the water at a rapid pace, and slim, lean physiques. The morning of […]

15 July 2026 / 14:59 BST15 July 2026 / 15:01 BST

I raced my first triathlon and it was nothing like social media made me think

Helmets

Best budget cycling helmets: we test 10 of the best lids under $150/£100

Protecting your head while staying cool and comfortable has never been easier, with sub-£100 helmets offering better value than ever. Here we test 12…

15 July 2026 / 12:44 BST15 July 2026 / 12:44 BST

Best budget cycling helmets: we test 10 of the best lids under $150/£100

Athletes

Alex Yee: Background, career highlights, quotes

Four-time Olympic medallist Alex Yee’s professional triathlon career may have started with a bang, but it’s been a long journey to the top. Here’s how he did it…

14 July 2026 / 09:30 BST14 July 2026 / 09:42 BST

Alex Yee: Background, career highlights, quotes

Blog, Run

Are max cushioned shoes making us lazy runners?

Do maximalist running shoes make running easier, or do they weaken foot and leg muscles by removing natural effort?

14 July 2026 / 06:48 BST14 July 2026 / 19:07 BST

Are max cushioned shoes making us lazy runners?

Road bikes

Best road bikes for triathlon racing and training in 2026

Looking for a new road bike that you can use for both training and racing triathlons? We take a look at some of the best options out there for a range of budgets and aspirations…

13 July 2026 / 13:01 BST13 July 2026 / 13:01 BST

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Triathlon bikes have improved cycling, even for those who don’t ride them

From improved frame aerodynamics to shorter saddles and higher, comfier positions, cyclists have a lot to thank tri bikes for

13 July 2026 / 10:50 BST