I want to start training for a triathlon. I'm a swimmer and a runner in sprints and currently I'm working on my distance.
My dilemma arises to the fact that I have never been very good on a bike. The last time I rode a bike was when I was 13 or 14. I don't even own a bike.
The Question: What features should I be looking for on a bike for a triathlon? I plan on using the same bike for training as I do for the actual event, unless someone can tell me why this would be a bad idea.
DOn't worry about not being a good biker, i only started training for Tri's in Jan and only bought my first racer then as well.
The training will come in time.
As for bikes, I have a Trek 1000 SL, its an entry level road/triathlon bike. Its perfect for training and racing on. I love it. other Good brands include Giant and Cervelo.
One of the (more pretentious) shops here is renting out special wheels for use on race day. They have integral power meters and usually cost over $1000. What I can't figure out is how they would be advantageous during a race, if you don't train with them.
(But I haven't even put batteries in my cycle "computer" for three or four years - I find that I can do without data on my workout.)
during training spins they are helpful, cadance wise and average speeds etc
But hiring one for a day during a race is pointless, you barely have enough time to remind yourself not to have a heartattack, let alone wonder in amazement at the speed you might be doing.
I have a cats eye wireless, but i got a new Polar S725X cycling/hrt computer and is great.
