Beginner Triathlete - Bike Tech articles

Disc brakes vs rim brakes is about a lot more than the brakes themselves. Here's how to navigate the pros and cons.

Triathletes need to maintain their steed for consistent training

How to Prevent (and Change) Flat Tires

How to keep your bike in good health

Your bike costs a lot to replace. Don't let it get rusty.

Shifting on hills can be challenging. Here's some advice.

You're Ready...Is Your Bike? Common problems that ruin race day:

Bike maintenance chores to do daily, weekly, monthly and annually

Even if you can't change a flat, carry these items:

Keeping your bike from being damaged on the trainer

Hint: It's not a one-person job

How is it that fitters who use the same systems come up with different fits for the same person? I want to be comfortable first, faster second, and more aero third.

Does a degree or two difference between two frames(head and/or seat tube) really make that much of a difference when it comes to fit?

I am in the market for a new road bike, at several local bike stores I will test ride several bikes. Other than basic fit and components, how should I compare them while doing a test ride?

How do I know if my cleats need to be adjusted? And how do you know in which direction to adjust them? I have been having medial knee pain and edema but my LBS says the cleat placement is fine.