The triathlon bike: only the best is good enough

Most of us can think of nothing more physically challenging than taking part in a triathlon, and for many this is exactly the appeal. Testing your strength, pushing your body to the limit – for you these are exciting prospects. But if you want to really compete with the best then it is important to have the right equipment to make the your race as energy efficient as possible. A high quality triathlon bike is thus essential for the completion of such a strenuous event.

What makes a triathlon bike unique?

So, what makes a triathlon bike ideal for the cycling leg of a triathlon? Most importantly, triathlon bikes must be lightweight and designed to be as aerodynamic as possible. Avoiding unnecessary wind-resistance could be what decides whether you complete the triathlon...or not. Firstly the rider is positioned so as to reduce the drag by air as it hits them, and to utilise muscle groups which will not be needed in other stretches of the race. Other bikes like the mountain bike or the road bike just won't compare under these conditions. Triathlon bikes also have a specially designed frame geometry, wheels and rims to reduce wind resistance. Every bit of energy you can spare here will make a big difference to the rest of your race.

Buying a triathlon bike

A triathlon is not something one enters into lightly, and neither should the purchase of triathlon bikes. At bikester.co.uk it is our mission to ensure that you have quality sound advice when making this important purchase. Our team are always on hand to help you in anyway they can, and the technical specifications next to each bike should help you decide whether it fits the criteria you are searching for. Discover our range in our online catalogue today. Happy shopping!