Tech Center Archive Ian Buchanan, co-owner of Fit Werx, VT has written Triathlete Magazine’s “Tech Support” articles as a contributing writer since 2001 and is a Serotta International Cycling Institute (SICI) core instructor. Dean Phillips, co-owner of Fit Werx2, writes” Bike Tech by Fit Werx” for beginnertriathlete.com Power Consumption Variables Power Consumption Overview Rider Aerodynamics…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Article one of our series on carbon fiber provided an overview of the most common manufacturing processes used in composite component and bicycle frame fabrication. In article two, we discussed the raw materials that go into making the carbon fiber prepreg and how it…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine This is a newbie question, but I want to know what to expect. I have been riding a borrowed bike for the past few months and have been loving it. I am ready to get my own bike now and I have a good…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine I want to get a new bike with Shimano’s Dura Ace components and with Zipp 404 race wheels. The problem is that I can’t afford both. Am I better off getting the race wheels and downgrading to Ultegra on the components or should I…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine I’m looking for a new bike and originally was thinking about titanium. However, some of the shops I’ve been in and many of my friends have been pushing me towards carbon fiber. Could you compare the two materials so that I can figure out…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine For some of the courses I race (like Ironman Lake Placid), I’ve felt that lower gearing would be helpful. I was thinking about a triple crank, but I’ve heard that compact cranks might be an even better option. Outside of lower gears, what else…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Can you explain the difference between a road and triathlon bike set-up and the pros and cons of each? As a new triathlete, I’m interested in setting myself up for the best possible success. Thanks! Chris Lincoln Massena , NY Dear Chris, The biggest…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine After a couple years as a midpack racer, I’ve decided to buy a set of race wheels. I’m not sure where to start? Any help is appreciated. Thanks. Dave , VA Dear Dave, Finding a well matched race wheel, like finding a well matched…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine I currently own a three year old Trek Hilo that was my first triathlon bike. I want to get a new triathlon bike for the coming season, but keep hearing and reading differing opinions on position, frame materials and designs. The more I listen,…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Over the years, articles in Triathlete have expressed various, and sometimes conflicting, opinions on optimal saddle fore-aft position/seat tube angle. The differing hype of manufacturers, bike shop staff, post-race transition area gurus and the like have added to the mystery. Has there been any…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Dear Tech Support, My wife bought me 2002 Giant TCR2 road bike… This is my first fairly nice road bike, so I have nothing to compare it to. I was wondering several things. First, did I get a good bike? My riding buddies frequently…