Watts, Wheels, and Wetsuits: Your No Excuses Race Day Gear List

by Ryan Falkenrath | Oct 1, 2025 | Bike, Gear & Tech, GEAR AND GADGETS, IRONMAN, TIPS and HACKS, TRAINING

You have trained your body for months. Now it is time to make sure your equipment is ready. Race day is not just about fitness, it is about preparation. Here is a complete list of what to bring, why it matters, and how it can save your race. 🚲 Bike Setup Bring the...

Buying a Used Triathlon Bike: Top Reasons It’s Smarter Than Buying New

by Ryan Falkenrath | Sep 19, 2025 | Bike, Gear & Tech, GEAR AND GADGETS, IRONMAN, TIPS and HACKS

Listen up, triathletes. You do not need to remortgage the house to ride fast. That shiny new bike in the showroom? Sure, it looks like it was forged in a wind tunnel by NASA. But guess what? A well-chosen used tri bike will give you the same speed for half the...

Don’t Get Dropped: What Every Triathlete Should Know About Bike Choice

by Ryan Falkenrath | May 10, 2025 | Bike, Gear & Tech, GEAR AND GADGETS, IRONMAN, TIPS and HACKS, TRAINING

Are you riding the right bike for your triathlon goals? Whether you’re prepping for your first sprint or eyeing a long-course PR, the bike you choose can make or break your experience—and your results. Time trial (TT) bikes and road bikes both have their place...

Why You Need to Plan Your Triathlon Race Season Now — Not Later

by Ryan Falkenrath | Mar 21, 2025 | Gear & Tech, GEAR AND GADGETS, IRONMAN, LIFE, NUTRITION, TIPS and HACKS, TRAINING

If you’re still just thinking about your triathlon race schedule for the year… consider this your wake-up call. Top-performing triathletes don’t just train harder — they train smarter. And one of the smartest moves you can make? Locking in your race season early....

🚴 Disc Brakes vs. Rim Brakes: The Ultimate Showdown – Which One is Right for You? 🔥

by Ryan Falkenrath | Feb 18, 2025 | Bike, Gear & Tech, GEAR AND GADGETS

Disc brakes have revolutionized cycling, but are they the right fit for you? Whether you’re a die-hard triathlete, a gravel grinder, or a roadie chasing KOMs, the decision to switch (or stick) can be more complicated than just “discs are better.”...

Upgrade Your Ride: Why Race Wheels Could Be Your Secret Weapon

by Ryan Falkenrath | Feb 6, 2025 | Gear & Tech

Why Should You Upgrade to Race Wheels? If you’ve been in the triathlon world for a while, you’ve probably seen some serious gear upgrades out on the course. One of the most noticeable? Those sleek, deep-dish race wheels. But do they really make a difference, or are...