Vanhoenacker and Swallow reign in South Africa
East London was privy to some enthralling race action as the fifth edition of the Spec-Savers Ironman 70.3 South Africa provided a brand new champion in the form of Belgium’s Marino Vanhoenacker and a successful title defence from the indomitable Jodie Swallow (GBR) amidst energy sapping conditions.
MoreCrawford and Farlow win Wanaka
Australia's Aaron Farlow came through a strong field to win the sixth edition of the long-course Challenge...
70.3 South Africa loads up on talent
The second 70.3 of the new year sees a star cast of both locals and Europeans descending into the Southern...
Wanaka leads off 2012
Good, Turner sprint to conquer Robina
Close racing at Brighton
Leon Griffin - back in town
In 2008 Leon Griffin was a rising talent in the 70.3 world and was set to explode onto the Ironman circuit. For the past few seasons however 'Griff' has been taking time out from competing as a dedicated pro, electing to return to regional Victoria from his training base in Boulder. In 2012, Leon is set to make his comeback to full time professional racing.
MoreGina Crawford's back baby!
Gina Crawford is back to racing after the successful delivery of her baby. Wanaka will be her destination and...
Josh Rix's Ironman WA
Just pipped for a podium at last week's IM WA, Josh Rix is a happy man after snagging a PB marathon for his...
Tim Berkel - man on a Kona mission
For New South Wales' Tim Berkel, 2011 has been a satisfying year - there have been hits (Challenge Copenhagen...
Mel Rollison's epic Phuket adventure
Her final race for 2011, Phuket was to be a memorable race for lots of reasons - spectacular setting...
Ironman Western Australia post race interviews
When firstoffthebike.com Editor Phil Wrochna sauntered by the press room at IM WA last weekend he saw the...
The Reel Returns
In the mood for some Friday frivolity ... the Reel is back for 2012. This time it's time to turn the mirror and check out the gold triathletes come up with.
MoreChrissie Wellington - moving on, for now
It should be no surprise to anyone that Chrissie Wellington has pulled the pin on season 2012. Triathlon has...
Who's hot in 2012
With 2012 about to kick off in earnest we once again look forward to who might be the hot athletes of this...
70.3 Japan to offer Kona slots
World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) today announced that general entry registration for the third annual Ironman 70.3 Centrair Tokoname Japan will open on Jan. 31, 2012.
More5150 changes the rules
World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) today announced changes and additions to the 5150 Triathlon Series...
The Run Lesson
This is the last in our series of 'lessons'. The run is fast becoming the key element in all forms of triathlon. This time intrepid runner and coach Campbell Maffett sneaks a look at how you can make change and improve that most important of legs.
MoreThe Bike Lesson
The bike leg accounts for the biggest part of a triathlon, and correspondingly usually accounts for the...
Ironman athletes are not freaks!
Monday, 23 January 2012How many times have you heard Ironman athletes referred to as freaks? Watching one of last season's races, this assertion was made repeatedly by a mainstream TV guy involved in the event. The fact is, IM athletes are anything but...
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