Since the invention of the “safety bicycle” in 1885, there have been few times in history that have seen the types of monumental advances in road bike technology as we have seen in the past few years. The changes might not be quite as monumental as the advent of steering, gears and pneumatic tires in…
Felt, Cervelo, Trek and Parlee all make nice tri bikes that we carry. None are introducing revolutionary new frames for 2018. Cervelo introduced the revolutionary P5X last year and Parlee introduced the first disc brake equipped tri bike in the TTiR disc a little before the P5X. The veritable Cervelo P2 and P3 have the…
Dean’s 2017 Masters Track Worlds Report – Part 2 – 3k Team Pursuit I’ve looked forward to this event all year after falling short the past two world championships. It’s my favorite event on the track – which you’ll hear from most track racers – and my teammates Matt Gates, Jeromy Cottell, and Andy Lull…
The Cervelo P5 remains one of the fastest tri bikes on the market and the Six version includes Magura hydraulic brakes and a 3T Aduro aerobar from the factory. You can now get this fuselage for just $2600 (Originally $6999!). 48cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm currently available. Don’t wait as these are not going to last….
Zipp brings their notable carbon engineering and manufacturing expertise to the masses with the new Zipp 302. For $1500 a pair, you can now get a real Zipp wheel. What does being a “real Zipp wheel” mean? Carbon rims are made in U.S.A. by Zipp. The Zipp 302 is engineered, designed and tested by one of…
Learn more about Cervelo Cycles here. Material: Carbon FiberGeometry: Race Tri/TTPrice: Frameset $4500+. Built Bikes $6,000+.Components: Factory spec or Fit Werx Custom. Who is it for? The Cervelo P5 is for the uncompromising rider who understands that the pinnacle of aerodynamic performance can save them time. Noteworthy: There are a number of “uber bikes” being…
Learn more about Cervelo Cycles here. Material: Carbon Fiber Geometry: Race Tri/TT Price Category: Framesets $2500-$3500. Built Bikes $3500+. Components: Factory spec or Fit Werx Custom. Who is it for? The Cervelo P3 is for a rider who wants exceptional aerodynamics and lateral stiffness in a well priced and very proven package. Noteworthy: A benchmark…
Learn more about Cervelo Cycles here. Material: Carbon Fiber Geometry: Performance Tri/TT Price Category: Framesets $1500-$2000. Built Bikes $2000-$3000. Components: Ultegra mix or Fit Werx Custom. Who is it for? The Cervelo P2 is for the triathlete or TT rider looking for a proven and reliable performer that is value priced and well equipped. Noteworthy:…
1st place and new national record! (scroll down to Race Day for the race itself) My season was done after the masters worlds in England and I was already 5 days off the bike. That changed when Dan Casper texted me revisiting a conversation we had at worlds about racing Team Pursuit together. There was…
The Holiday Season is upon us and it’s time to throw out some hints to let others know what you might like to receive or to give you some ideas on what to give that special cyclist in your life. Indoor Trainers Rule! – In recent years there has been an explosion of “Smart Trainers” on…
Manchester, England This year’s trip to track worlds was different in a number of ways. For one, my travel was smooth and my bike arrived with me so I was off to better start already. I had lots of time to think about my race, and there’s both good and bad that comes with that….
Cervelo P5X Review. The Ultimate Tri Bike? The Cervelo P5X takes a radical departure from what most companies are doing with tri bikes. By eliminating the seatstays, the Cervelo P5X frame design goes back to the future; the Cervelo P5X is the first tri bike from a mainstream tri bike company that offers the significant…