Biking/Cycling & Training Resources (05)

Best Triathlon Bikes
This website gives information about some of the best triathlon bikes. Though the versions may have been updated since this was published, it still gives a useful review of top triathlon bikes. Bikes mentioned include the Cannondale Mulisport 800, which as the aero rear triangle the minimizes shock. The Litespeed Saber is an updated version of the older Tachyon, but is more comfortable for riding. One of the best features about this bike is its durability. The rest of the website has more top triathlon bike picks.

International Bicycling News
Stay updated with bicycling news from across the globe. This website features news stories and articles that are frequently updated, as well as interviews with cycling pros such as Fast Freddie, Nathan O'Neill, the Giro Podium Girls, and other cycling pros. Learn tips to improve cycling, and browse the toolbox training section to do so. A section of bicycling travel and tours is also available to help you connect with other bicyclers and athletes.

Bicycle Forum
Every triathlete can get useful information from this site, and from other triathletes that have used the same products and been in the same races. There is a Tour de France forum, as well as a forum about bike maintenance. Need to find a good place in your area to bike? Check out the rides forum. A message board about racing, training and buying is also available.

Buying the Right Bike for You
The section on the About.com guide to Bicyling gives you everything you need to know about buying just about any kind of bike. It covers mountain bikes, road bikes, and hybrid and alternative bikes. It includes a bikie-sizing chart, and an article on Fitting a Bike, which is about the adjustments you can make to maximize your comfort. There is also an article on Must-Have Gear and Accessories for Commuters. Some for good advice is offered for being a smart shopper for a bike, such first borrowing the kind of bike you think you want to make it really is what you want. The author cautions against the temptation to go cheap because like everything else, you get what you pay for and you won't be happy over the long run because a bike is heavy and the components won't last long if they are not high quality.

Best Triathlon Bike Aero Bars
This informative article is about aero bars. Although the use of aero' bars has spread beyond the world of triathlon, they are firmly entrenched in triathlon culture and lore. Aero' bars work because they create a more aerodynamic position on the bike, hence the name. Position on the bike is an important aerodynamic factor, as it can cut down on wind resistance by changing the flow of air around the rider and the bike. Aero bars achieve a more aerodynamic position by placing the upper body of the rider in a lower position, with their arms extended out in front of the body. According to this article, studies have shown that 20-40 seconds are saved over 40km because of the more aerodynamic position that aero bars create, so for speed, it's a must-have.