Wednesday 21 December 2011

Two Important Bike Tips For Triathlon Newbies

By Billi Whyde


Many people who're fresh to triathlon will often have got a lot of concerns regarding the bike. Because from the three activities, running, swimming and cycling - cycling would be the only practice that needs some expense. The most common questions folks have when considering getting a triathlon bike is this - "Is it essential for us to invest thousands of dollars on a triathlon bicycle?"

The answer's not essential. It is possible to just try going through your first few triathlons with whatever bike that you may have. It does not have to be a pricey triathlon bike whatsoever. If you really need to, just borrow or rent one.

Listed here are two tips I am about to share with you on what you can train with the bicycle you currently have.

1. Ride Your Bicycle More Regularly

Sound basic? But it's true. The most effective ways to enhance on your cycling is by using your bicycle frequently. You should train on your bicycle for a period of time until you get comfortable with it. Try varying ground like steep climbing or rolling hillsides. Once you get comfortable with you'll be able to start practicing riding your bike with aero bars.

2. Train Longer Than Your Competition Distance

Training longer than your race distance can help build your endurance. This may not be true if you are training for running as you may injure yourself however for cycling, you might want your training rides to finish 30% longer than your actual race distance. This will not only allow you to increase your endurance but also your confidence.

In case you are thinking about getting a thriathlon bicycle, here is a suggestion.

Triathlon bikes can be either road bikes or mountain bikes. They come in a variety of materials, from conventional steel frames to high-end graphite frames. Triathlon bikes may cost just as much as a car, so it is important to determine your financial budget before you begin shopping.




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