The PTO’s Contract Conundrum

Opinion

The Open Secret: Doping's Uncomfortable Truth in Triathlon

One in five age-groupers are potentially doping, testing is basically non-existent, and we're all too busy checking our Strava segments to admit we've got a serious problem.

By Shawn Smith • 3 min read

Opinion

The Rise of Pro Age Groupers

John embodies a new breed of triathlete—amateur in status, pro in dedication—reshaping the sport’s competitive landscape.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

Opinion

Opinion: RaceRanger Is the Reckoning Non-Drafting Triathlon Has Been Crying Out For

RaceRanger's debut for age-group athletes challenges triathlon's status quo, demanding fairer racing, split fields and a return to individual effort in non-drafting competitions.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

News & Racing

Is Norseman Becoming the World's Most Coveted Triathlon?

6,304 athletes from 96 countries chased just 250 spots for 2025 Norseman, as Norway's brutal race becomes triathlon's most coveted ticket.

By Shawn Smith • 4 min read

Gear & Tech

H20 Audio Ript Ultra Premium over-ear headphones - hanging with the Gym bros just got a little cooler for Triathletes

H2O Audio’s debut over-ear Ript Ultra delivers thunderous bass and sweat-proof comfort but its $404 tag leaves it treading water against feature-richer Bose and Beats rivals.

By David Deakin • 3 min read

Gear & Tech

Review: H2O Audio Ript Lite Noise-Cancelling Headphones with Some Big Compromises

The H2O Audio Ript Lite packs noise-cancelling and strong features for $169 AUD, but weak bass and problematic noise-cancelling hold it back from being a top contender.

By David Deakin • 3 min read

News & Racing

Leher Conquers Yokohama for First World Series Win

Jean-Léa Leher's gutsy front-running tactic delivered Luxembourg's first World Series victory as Olympic champion Beaugrand crashed out in torrential conditions.

By Shawn Smith • 6 min read

News & Racing

Hauser Claims Gold in Brutal Yokohama Conditions

Australian Matt Hauser outsprinted Portugal's Vasco Velasco in brutal Yokohama conditions to claim his third WTCS victory and extend his series lead.

By Shawn Smith • 3 min read

Training

Optimising Recovery for Triathletes

Effective endurance training hinges on balancing stress with proper recovery to avoid fatigue and optimise performance.

By Daniel Plews • 13 min read