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Age-Group Bikes of the 2026 Ironman World Championship

Before the start cannon fires in Kona, over 2,500 triathletes racked their race-day rigs at the iconic Kona Pier. Here are the standout bikes catching everyone's eye.

Susan LackeOctober 9, 20261

News

Meet Kona’s Oldest Male Competitor: The Legendary 82-Year-Old Bob Plant

At 82 years old, USA Triathlon Hall of Famer Bob Plant has survived crashed bikes, broken bones, and frigid waters. Now, as the oldest competitor at the 2026 Ironman World Championship in Kona, he isn't just looking to finish- he's racing to win.

Sarah Wassner FlynnOctober 5, 2026

Training

The Hotter, the Better: Pro Tips for Triathletes on Beating the Heat

Racing in the heat can humble even the fittest triathletes. We asked the pros to share their secrets for acclimating, fueling, and pacing your way to a successful race day.

Sarah Wassner FlynnAugust 6, 2026

News

When Do Triathletes Actually Peak? 10 Years of Data Reveals the Answer

When can you expect your fastest Ironman and 70.3 time? Our data scientist breaks down 10 years of data to guide your goals as you age up.

Russell CoxMay 5, 2026

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The Best Ironman and 70.3 Races for Your Swim, Bike, and Run Strengths

Analyst Thorsten Radde mined the data from over 200,000 Ironman and 70.3 age-group finishes to help you discover which course matches your strengths.

Thorsten RaddeApril 8, 2026

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The Most Inspiring Age-Group Triathlon Stories of 2025

From racing to wipe out school lunch debt to rewriting the record books, the extraordinary feats of 2025’s age-group triathletes are a powerful reminder that there is greatness in every one of us.

Susan LackeDecember 23, 2025

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Can Triathlon Shake Its Elitist Reputation?

Brazil’s recent triathlon boom has once again brought the sport to a reckoning with privilege and inequality - one that feels all too familiar to triathletes and race directors around the world.

Sarah Wassner FlynnDecember 16, 20256

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PTO CEO Sam Renouf on 2025 “Growing Pains,” Rebranding WTCS to T50, and a Triathlon Every Weekend

Despite the "growing pains" and event fiascos of 2025, the Professional Triathletes Organization is strengthening its partnership with a financially struggling World Triathlon to launch an all-encompassing Triathlon World Tour in 2027 and increase mass participation.

Tim HemingDecember 15, 2025

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The Most Popular Bikes and Components at the Women's 2025 Ironman World Championship

More than 1,700 of the fastest women in the world at the full distance will race tomorrow in Kona. Members of the triathlon industry count the bikes, aerobars, components, wheels, and more gear they used to get to the start line of the 2025 Ironman World Championship.

Susan Lacke, Chris FosterOctober 11, 2025

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The Speedy, Spiffy, Stylin' Age-Group Bikes of the Women's 2025 Ironman World Championship

From little-known brands to drool-worthy custom designs, today's age-group bike check-in offered a feast for the eyes.

Susan LackeOctober 10, 2025

Workouts

3 Key Workouts From Age-Group Contenders Racing the 2025 Ironman World Championship in Kona

Three of the fastest long-course age-group women in the world each share a swim, bike, or run session that they use to prepare for their big day at the women's 2025 Ironman World Championship in Kona.

Jordan BlancoOctober 6, 2025

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The Most Popular Bikes and Components at the 2025 Men's Ironman World Championship

More than 2,500 of the fastest men in the world at the full distance will race tomorrow in Nice. Members of the triathlon industry count the bikes, aerobars, components, wheels, and more gear they used to get to the start line of the 2025 Ironman World Championship.

Susan Lacke, Chris FosterSeptember 13, 2025

Workouts

3 Key Workouts From Age-Group Contenders Racing the 2025 Ironman World Championship in Nice

Three of the fastest long-course age-group men in the world each share a swim, bike, or run session that they use to prepare for their big day at the men's 2025 Ironman World Championship in Nice, France.

Jordan BlancoSeptember 7, 2025

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92.2% of Triathletes Say This About Triathlon (And Other Results from the 2025 Community Survey)

We learned how much you’re (really) training, your favorite distances, and more in our massive community survey. Snoop on your fellow triathletes inside.

Susan LackeJune 26, 2025

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How This Age-Grouper Used Triathlon to Wipe Out School Lunch Debt

For his 39th birthday, tri newbie Adam Jones fundraised to pay off school lunch debt in his hometown of Peabody, Kansas.

Bethany MavisJuly 10, 2025

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Triathlete Editors Make Their Bold Predictions For the 2025 Triathlon Season

A Kona decision? Back-to-back sprint finishes? As the 2025 triathlon season revs up, our editors and contributors gaze into the crystal ball and tell us what they see.

Susan LackeJuly 10, 2025

News

Triathlete to America’s Cup-Winning Cyclor

Also: What the heck is a cyclor, and why would a triathlete be so good at it?

Tim HemingDecember 12, 2024

News

A Triathlete Needed a Kidney. His Training Buddy Had One to Spare.

“As triathletes, we tend to turn inward and focus solely on our own health and fitness. But think about what else you can do with that kind of health."

Sarah Wassner FlynnDecember 12, 2024

Ironman World Championship 2024 Kona

Meet the Young Age-Group Triathlete Who Just Shattered Kona’s Swim Course Record

21 year-old Sam Askey-Doran broke the Ironman World Championship Kona swim course record this year - and it's all because of an unlikely friendship with pro triathlete Cam Wurf.

Jordan BlancoJuly 10, 2025

Ironman World Championship 2024 Kona

Men's 2024 Ironman World Championship Bike Count

Members of the triathlon industry spent hours tallying up what bikes, aerobars, components, wheels, and more gear that the fastest men in the world are using at the 2024 Ironman Championship in Kona.

Chris FosterOctober 26, 2024

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Latest Stories

Age-Group Bikes of the 2026 Ironman World Championship

Meet Kona’s Oldest Male Competitor: The Legendary 82-Year-Old Bob Plant

The Hotter, the Better: Pro Tips for Triathletes on Beating the Heat

When Do Triathletes Actually Peak? 10 Years of Data Reveals the Answer

The Best Ironman and 70.3 Races for Your Swim, Bike, and Run Strengths

The Most Inspiring Age-Group Triathlon Stories of 2025

Can Triathlon Shake Its Elitist Reputation?

PTO CEO Sam Renouf on 2025 “Growing Pains,” Rebranding WTCS to T50, and a Triathlon Every Weekend

The Most Popular Bikes and Components at the Women's 2025 Ironman World Championship

The Speedy, Spiffy, Stylin' Age-Group Bikes of the Women's 2025 Ironman World Championship

3 Key Workouts From Age-Group Contenders Racing the 2025 Ironman World Championship in Kona

The Most Popular Bikes and Components at the 2025 Men's Ironman World Championship

3 Key Workouts From Age-Group Contenders Racing the 2025 Ironman World Championship in Nice

92.2% of Triathletes Say This About Triathlon (And Other Results from the 2025 Community Survey)

How This Age-Grouper Used Triathlon to Wipe Out School Lunch Debt

Triathlete Editors Make Their Bold Predictions For the 2025 Triathlon Season

Triathlete to America’s Cup-Winning Cyclor

A Triathlete Needed a Kidney. His Training Buddy Had One to Spare.

Meet the Young Age-Group Triathlete Who Just Shattered Kona’s Swim Course Record

Men's 2024 Ironman World Championship Bike Count

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