Factor Vis Vires tri bike review

An evolution of the Factor 001 with wider market appeal and a wonderful back story

12 February 2014 / 15:16 GMT7 May 2020 / 20:16 BST

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Issue 295 on sale

Race stronger with our essential training sessions, exclusive comeback interview with Helen Jenkins, Factor’s £10k Vis Vires superbike reviewed

7 January 2014 / 10:27 GMT

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This week’s top tri news stories

£8k superbikes, athletes of the year and more

9 November 2013 / 11:00 GMT21 April 2021 / 09:52 BST

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

Blog

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

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

News

Scorching performances from GBR’s Harry Palmer and Lizzie Rayner as they win a non-wetsuit Ironman 70.3 Swansea race

The challenging course and world-class field delivered competitive, dynamic and fast racing, with Harry Palmer (GBR) and Lizzie Rayner (GBR) ultimately claiming the 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea titles and maximum Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series points. A beautiful morning greeted athletes at IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea, with the streets lined by the passionate Welsh crowds, creating an […]

12 July 2026 / 17:28 BST12 July 2026 / 17:28 BST

Scorching performances from GBR’s Harry Palmer and Lizzie Rayner as they win a non-wetsuit Ironman 70.3 Swansea race

News

Leonie Periault wins WTCS Hamburg women’s race, shaving 30 seconds off her 2025 time

French triathlete Leonie Periault followed up her lightning-fast 2025 WTCS Hamburg win by shaving a full 30 seconds off that time, while GB’s Beth Potter maintains her lead at the top of the standings. What happened in the swim? Bianca Sergni led the swim and exited the water first, followed by Fanni Szalai of Hungary […]

12 July 2026 / 17:08 BST12 July 2026 / 17:08 BST