As someone who has done their fair share of annoyingly long rides, I often get asked “What’s the key to being on your bike for so long?” While I don’t have all of the answers, here are some key tips that I swear by. Whether you’re getting ready for your […]
You know the feeling, right? You’re competing at Kona, the World Championship just 16 riders ahead of you–you down some GU Roctane, and pedal at your pace. Passing three riders before you hit T2. More GU, as your shoes tap the Hawaiian pavement. Twelve runners ahead. Five runners ahead. Remind […]
If you’re a woman, or know someone who is, looking to get more involved in triathlon, joining a team is a great motivator. Getting “sponsored’ is even more of a motivator. But supporting the Max Cure Foundation in their fight to cure childhood cancer is the best motivator of all. […]
I’m not new to running. I’m also not new to the problem of trying to carry all the necessities without sporting cargo shorts on every run, and I was using a very basic band to hold in my keys and phone while on short runs, and a thicker one for […]
Ah. It’s September again. Nearly the several year anniversary (we don’t need to go into how long it’s been) of my first open water swim triathlon in Pacific Grove. Let’s just say that first year didn’t go so well–especially for the lady who wrapped her arms around my wetsuit clad […]
Originally, we featured these Pursuit tri suits in our guide to things you’ll definitely want before your next triathlon. Check it out for more cool stuff to help you get through all three phases of your next tri. But first, read ahead for our full review. Pearl Izumi Pursuit Tri Suits […]
Originally, we featured this shark repelling magic in our guide to things you’ll definitely want before your next triathlon. Check it out for more cool stuff to help you get through all three phases of your next tri. But first, read ahead for our full review. SharkBandz Shark Repellant Review Price: $65 […]
Originally, we featured this handy flat fixing kit in our guide to things you’ll definitely want before your next triathlon. Check it out for more cool stuff to help you get through all three phases of your next tri. But first, read ahead for our full review. X-LAB’s Gear Box Kit […]
Originally, we featured these easy on the stomach and quick nutrition fixes in our guide to things you’ll definitely want before your next triathlon. Check it out for more cool stuff to help you get through all three phases of your next tri. But first, read ahead for our full […]
Update: This review is for the new, Pro edition of Wind-Blox. There are a few different types, which we’ve reviewed in the past. So make sure you know which version you’re buying. BUT, we’ve got an exclusive discount code for you that’ll get you 30% off at wind-blox.com: just enter SLO Cyclist 2016 at the checkout. Wind […]
Long-time runner, first-time triathlete, Kalen, joins the SLO Cyclist team as one of our newest contributing writers. In her first article, she shares what she learned competing in her first sprint distance triathlon. Catching the Bug I’ve been running for years, and I had finally put a few half-marathons into […]
I was on the run leg. Slowing to a walk and then pushing myself to pick up each foot a little faster, repeating the number of steps to one-hundred and starting again at one. The waves had packed the sand down hard along the foam-line, and the crystal-green ocean views […]
Although the best sunscreen for cyclists is to leave no skin exposed, let’s face it–as cyclists, we love to show off our hours in the saddle with deep tan lines. Riding with arm and leg “sun skins” (like the ones below) will help prevent sun damage, but some of us might […]
It happened. Just over 1 mile into the run leg, I knew I was either going to puke or pass out. I was so green, I practically matched the club colors on my tri suit. Anger at the idea of failure was the only thing that kept me from just […]
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