Tim Berkel – Riding the Kona wave

Interviews

Jimmy Whelan Breaks Away: A WorldTour Cyclist’s Leap into Pro Triathlon

Former EF pro cyclist Jimmy Whelan transitions to triathlon, chasing fresh challenges in three disciplines.

By Shawn Smith • 11 min read

Interviews

Beyond the Finish Line: Luke Willian’s Quest for Redemption in 2025

Despite a tough Olympic race, Luke Willian’s unwavering mindset propels him toward greater achievements in triathlon.

By Shawn Smith • 8 min read

Interviews

Switching Drivers: Dan Atkins and Matt Hauser Share the Wheel to LA 2028

A unique coach-athlete duo evolves their partnership, balancing Olympic dreams with a more sustainable, shared approach to success.

By Shawn Smith • 7 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