The 2013 Speedo wetsuit has some very unique features Gear & Tech Review: Speedo Tri Elite 2013 Wetsuit Initial impression I was like a child unwrapping a Christmas present when I received this wetsuit. I have heard a lot about it and it has some really interesting features that I have been keen to look at. The black, silver and green suit looks sharp. My eyes were immediately drawn to the unique arm By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Gear & Tech Review: 2XU Project X:2 2013 Wetsuit Initial impression The gold and black stand out. Immediately your attention is drawn to the panels on the front of the suit and on the forearm. First impression this suit pulls off looking super cool. Features Buoyancy Buoyancy is a dominant feature of the Project X:2. Being from a swimming backgrou By Karl Hayes • 2 min read
Canberra 70.3 2012 Gear & Tech Triathlon Trends – Wheels, Tyres, Shoes, Seats As triathlon technology evolves, wider wheel rims for aerodynamics, precise tire pressures, clincher tires, minimalist shoes with cushioning, and pronged saddles emerge as performance-boosting trends. By Tim Reed • 4 min read
Train on the same system that many of the world’s top pros use Gear & Tech Win one of two Turbo Studio eight week training plans – Turbo charge your cycling! To kick start 2013 one of Trizone's great partners, Turbo Studio is giving away two x eight week training plans valued at $320.00 each!  Two lucky winners will take part in weekly sessions to focus on increasing power output to improve bike performance. You will train on Computrainers which By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
SCODY’s 2013 cycling range Gear & Tech SCODY Network Cycle Jersey & Cycle Knicks The network cycle jersey and cycle knicks are Scody Australia's most recent addition to their cycling range. With Scody partnering with Triathlon Australia last year the company is quickly becoming one of the big names of triathlon apparel in Australia. At first glance the Network cycle kit sh By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
Cervelo Aerodynamisist Ivan Sidorovich Gear & Tech Ivan Sidorovich: The Aerodynamicist behind the Cervelo P5 At Kona in October we had an opportunity to catch up with one of the key team members who was intimately involved in the creation of the Cervelo P5. Ivan Sidorovich came to Canada from Argentina as a 19 year old with a passion for aerodynamics. He completed a university degree in Canada and upon [&h By Karl Hayes • 2 min read
Triathlon running shoe Gear & Tech PEARL iZUMi Triathlon Specific Running Shoe – ISO Transition I got these new Pearl Izumi ISO Transitions a few weeks ago. I had no idea what I was getting and was pleasantly surprised when I opened the box. Like the shoe that Zoot brought us a few years ago this Pearl Izumi triathlon specific shoe does not have a tradition tongue. It has a […] By Karl Hayes • 3 min read
Gear & Tech New Pearl Izumi ‘Try Fly Octane’ Triathlon Cycling Shoe ALL NEW OCTANE 1:1 Power Plate: Octane Grade Uni-Directional Carbon for feather-light stiffness We received these new shoes from Pearl Izumi along with some awesome new runners recently. The first thing we noticed was the weight or lack of. They weigh absolutely nothing. Well technically they do wei By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
Gear & Tech Never Bonk iPhone and iPad App for Your Race Nutrition Planning If you’ve ever participated in a long distance race, no doubt you’ve had some questions about your nutritional strategy. What and how much should I eat and drink to perform at my best? Finally, a unique iPhone/iPad app is available, providing science-based calculations for optimal carbohydrate nutrition By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
Gear & Tech The new Wingman bag is the perfect ‘Ride to Work’ accessory This awesome new bag from the team at Henty is the perfect accessory for anyone who rides their bike to work or play. We have been putting it through its paces and have found that it covers almost every need you have. The suit / shirt / dress bag wraps around an By Karl Hayes • 2 min read
Gear & Tech Should you get Shimano Dura-Ace and Ultegra Di2 gear for your bike? You tell us. One question we hear again and again is 'Why should I spend the extra and get Di2?'. Let's face it we all want it but can we justify the extra price? Often we just want someone to tell us 'Go ahead and buy it you won't regret it'. So what is so good about it? [&he By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
Gear & Tech Triathlon Travel and Entry Packages for the Big Races of 2012/2013 Healthwise Active Travel appeared on the triathlon 'travel and entry' package scene in 2010. It is a division of Flight Centre Ltd that was set up by Shannon Stacey and Tod Horton in October 2010. With no Active Travel based niche brand set up within the Flight Centre Ltd structure they By Karl Hayes • 2 min read
Inov8 Bare X Lite 150 Gear & Tech Inov-8 Bare-X Lite 150 Minimalist Running Shoe Based in 'England's last Wilderness', the North Pennines, inov-8 is a British company that's passionate about specialist running and extreme sports products. inov-8 is committed to providing you with functional, lightweight products that will enhance your performance and enjo By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
New Garmin Swim is simple and a great training partner Gear & Tech Garmin Swim Watch Garmin Swim The brand new and affordable Swim is great for triathletes who train in the pool as a supplement to their training regime. You can even sync the watch with Garmin Connect online for detailed analytics or to share data and compete with friends. * You won’t have to By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
Gear & Tech Turbo Studio – Sydney’s Premier Indoor Power Training Centre for Triathletes and Cyclists The cycling performance benefits of regular Turbo Studio Power Training sessions are already well established – with increased power output enabling triathletes to ride faster than ever before. But even more importantly, improved power at threshold will enable you to arrive at T2 in far better sha By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
Garmin fenix – GPS Watch Gear & Tech Garmin Raises the Stakes with the Release of the new fenix GPS Watch Garmin has raised the stakes for outdoor adventure enthusiasts with the launch of its new fenix GPS navigator and Altimeter, Barometer, Compass wristwatch (ABC wristwatch). The device builds on the success of Garmin's fitness and outdoor categories, and is designed to satisfy the requirements By Karl Hayes • 3 min read
Shimano Gear & Tech Shimano Dura-Ace 9000 Series Components, Pedals and Wheels for Road Riding and Racing Shimano's Dura-Ace 9000 series introduces a comprehensive set of components, featuring a new 11-speed system, improved ergonomics, and advanced braking for enhanced performance and rider comfort. By Karl Hayes • 3 min read
Gear & Tech Dura-Ace 9070 Di2: Shimano’s Lightest, Most Advanced Di2 System Shimano's new Dura-Ace 9070 Di2 brings lighter, more ergonomic electronic shifting and advanced connectivity options. By Karl Hayes • 2 min read
Cycling Cufflinks Gear & Tech Triathlon & Cycling Cufflinks and Pendants If you attended Ironman Melbourne or Port Macquarie you would no doubt have seen in the expo some very stylish men's and women's jewellery featuring either the M Dot logo, or Bike themes. Trizone has two sets of the 'Two Wheel Collection' cufflinks, and one set of ear studs to gi By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
Gear & Tech SRAM Red Quarq with Integrated Power Meter A lighter, more accurate power meter completely integrated with the philosophy and performance of SRAM RED. Advances in technology and performance paired with unrivaled ease-of-use. The sleek new geometry reduces system weight and delivers clearance for oversized frames and aerodynamic chainrings. T By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
TTR is UCI Compliant Gear & Tech Prologo’s new Zero TTR Flat Saddle Prologo is from the latin “PROLOGUS†meaning the start – often the beginning of a journey. Their objective is to combine technology and materials to produce innovative saddles that encompass the cyclist to form a link between man/energy and bicycle/machine. The NEW Zero TTR features Prolog By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
Gear & Tech Nike+ SportWatch GPS Review Nike, in collaboration with TomTom, launches the Nike+ SportWatch GPS, featuring an attractive design, easy-to-use interface, and seamless integration with nikeplus.com for workout tracking and analysis. By Karl Hayes • 2 min read
Testing in the wind tunnel Gear & Tech Eddy Merckx Cycles and Lexus Testing New Prototype Time Trial Bike Eddy Merckx Cycles, securing €7.4 million in funds, collaborates with Lexus to develop the ETT, a prototype time trial bike utilizing advanced materials and aerodynamics inspired by Lexus. By Karl Hayes • 3 min read
