Ironman 70.3 East London 2017

[fanievb]

So I got the opportunity to buy a very decent Tri bike, full carbon etc.

 

Now I have 2 questions around the bike for the seasoned entrants.

1. I am quite strong in my cycling but considering that I will start riding with the tribike in Jan. Will it give me enough time to be comfy on the bike come EL?

 

2. The bike is fully tri and carbon with 50mm carbon wheels.

What other accessories or add ons should I consider putting on the bike, if any?

 

Then my last question, I am looking for a good looking tri suit. Troisport does not have anything different and bike basement also got rid of their tri gear.

Where can I go and get something that would not just be the norm?

 

I am in Jhb if it helps

 

Thanks

 

try this thread

 

https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/160351-give-it-a-tri/

 

keep in mind that if the wind blows in EL you'll probably struggle with the deep wheels if you are not used to riding in the wind.

 

 

[Oxter]

So I got the opportunity to buy a very decent Tri bike, full carbon etc.

 

Now I have 2 questions around the bike for the seasoned entrants.

1. I am quite strong in my cycling but considering that I will start riding with the tribike in Jan. Will it give me enough time to be comfy on the bike come EL?

 

2. The bike is fully tri and carbon with 50mm carbon wheels.

What other accessories or add ons should I consider putting on the bike, if any?

 

Then my last question, I am looking for a good looking tri suit. Troisport does not have anything different and bike basement also got rid of their tri gear.

Where can I go and get something that would not just be the norm?

 

I am in Jhb if it helps

 

Thanks

I think changing it in Jan is leaving it a bit late, i would not change if i was you (changed from one road bike to another 2 years ago and i could feel the difference in the race). EL is going to be windy so train with the wheels in windy conditions to get use to it (it is easier on a road bike).  

 

Try contacting these guys as not all of their design is on the webpage (usually)

http://www.funkypants.co.za/

[Cycling Major]

Thanks for the input...

 

Spoke to Troisport this morning and they o ly open again early Jan...

 

Anyway know of other triathlon bike fit places (good fitters) in and around JHB

[Dubsymike]

So I got the opportunity to buy a very decent Tri bike, full carbon etc.

Now I have 2 questions around the bike for the seasoned entrants.

1. I am quite strong in my cycling but considering that I will start riding with the tribike in Jan. Will it give me enough time to be comfy on the bike come EL?

2. The bike is fully tri and carbon with 50mm carbon wheels.

What other accessories or add ons should I consider putting on the bike, if any?

Then my last question, I am looking for a good looking tri suit. Troisport does not have anything different and bike basement also got rid of their tri gear.

Where can I go and get something that would not just be the norm?

I am in Jhb if it helps

Thanks

Highly recommend 2XU trisuits. Great after sales service too.

[Cycling Major]

So would the general consensus be to leave or take the new tribike to EL...

 

Giving me a month, about 2 weekly 1 hour rides and then a 3 or 4 hour ride over the weekend to make the transition from road bike to tribike?

[_David_]

My 2c... If it was me and I just bought a tri bike, I'd take the tri bike:-)

 

I think a month is enough time to get used to it and the tri bike will help with the run afterwards (if setup correctly)

[Wheelsuck]

Thanks for the input...

 

Spoke to Troisport this morning and they o ly open again early Jan...

 

Anyway know of other triathlon bike fit places (good fitters) in and around JHB

I have had my Bike fits  done by Richard Baxter at Dunkeld Cycles (he used to be at Cycefit). Trust him 100%   

[Cycling Major]

My 2c... If it was me and I just bought a tri bike, I'd take the tri bike:-)

 

I think a month is enough time to get used to it and the tri bike will help with the run afterwards (if setup correctly)

Hahaha exactly what I wanted to hear...

 

I would be very disappointed to have a machine at home and not able to ride it...

 

Picking it up on 27 Dec on the way back from Holiday... will post pics!!! Im like a little boy waiting for his xmas present

[Cycling Major]

I have had my Bike fits  done by Richard Baxter at Dunkeld Cycles (he used to be at Cycefit). Trust him 100%   

ThanKs for the advice...

 

So if I get an opportunity to get there he will be able to put me in Pefect position?

[gurns]

So would the general consensus be to leave or take the new tribike to EL...

 

Giving me a month, about 2 weekly 1 hour rides and then a 3 or 4 hour ride over the weekend to make the transition from road bike to tribike?

Take the tribike

[mon-goose]

ThanKs for the advice...

 

So if I get an opportunity to get there he will be able to put me in Pefect position?

I know of a certain book with lots of pictures that can also try get you into the perfect position"

[gurns]

Hi Guys

 

Need a little advice - Getting into triathlon and also entered EL 70.3  

 

Been sticking to the following routine for a couple of months

 

Swimming - Mon & Wed group indoor pool swim +- 2Km per session

 

Tuesday & Thursday- run or IDT - Run either 8-10Km or IDT 45Min

 

Friday - normally rest - hopefully get into routine of a Friday sea swim

 

Sat & Sunday - Long ride (well long for me)  +- 80km / Brick session

 

As you guys have done quite a few IM 70.3's does it sound like I am on the right track from a training plan perspective or do I need start waking up early and uping the training sessions??

It sounds like you are on the right track. If you are aiming for a sub 6hr time, then you might have to throw in some specific training.

Otherwise, looking very good!!

[snakedoc]

Just over a month away!

 

Hells i'm excited 

[Wheelsuck]

ThanKs for the advice...

 

So if I get an opportunity to get there he will be able to put me in Pefect position?

He is very good at getting you in an optimised position to get maximum power and the hip flexors open for a better run. Uses a lot of technology and knows his stuff. To answer your question is there a perfect position? I guess it depends how long your body takes to stay in the drops and how that impact on arms, shoulders and lower back. For 70.3 EL you will sit up a lot to get efficient for the hills going and coming back is when you will be on the bars. So it will be easier to get into and stay in the drops.      

[Cycling Major]

He is very good at getting you in an optimised position to get maximum power and the hip flexors open for a better run. Uses a lot of technology and knows his stuff. To answer your question is there a perfect position? I guess it depends how long your body takes to stay in the drops and how that impact on arms, shoulders and lower back. For 70.3 EL you will sit up a lot to get efficient for the hills going and coming back is when you will be on the bars. So it will be easier to get into and stay in the drops.      

 

Will give them a shout today or tomorrow to set something up...

 

I heard EL will have some climbing so would need to sit up...

Any difference in leg fatigue or power output betweem tri bike and normal road bike or should that not be an issue between the two... if you sit up on the tri bike of course 

[fanievb]

 

 

I heard EL will have some climbing so would need to sit up...

 

 

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