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3 Easy Do-It-Yourself Saddle Adjustments to Improve Bike Fit

When buying a new bike or dust off an old one, finding the correct saddle position will help prevent injuries and make your riding more enjoyable. ...

By Jim Rowton

8 Ways to Outsmart a Chasing Dog on Your Bike

Whether you commute to work by bike or go on six-hour weekend training rides, a chasing dog can cause a lot of stress. Here are eight ways to distr...

By Marc Lindsay

Your First Adventure Race Bike

New to adventure racing? Your mountain bike will be the most important piece of equipment that you invest in. Choose wisely!

By Hani Juha

Can a Triple Crankset Improve Your Climbing?

The stigma associated with triple chainrings has surrounded road cycling for years. But can they actually improve your cycling? Find out how switch...

By Bruce Hildenbrand

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2 Swim Sets to Help Increase Your Speed in the Water

Triathletes need the ability to settle into a steady pace and swim a long distance during a race. The goal of these workouts is to help make that s...

By Gale Bernhardt

8 Ways to Enjoy Water Without a Pool

No pool? No problem! Get active at your local lake, river or beach with these fun activities.

By Beth Swanson

5 Exercises to Strengthen Your Swim

Is your swim the weakest part of your race? Add these five strength exercises to your strength training routine and give your swim the boost it needs.

By Morgan Johnson

2 Top Swim Workouts for Triathletes

Try these two workouts, specifically tailored for triathletes, to improve and prepare for your next race.

By Gale Bernhardt

Every Triathlete Can Relate to These Annoying Swim Problems

For many triathletes, swimming is a learned sport. From cold water to forgetting equipment, these things are guaranteed to make you scream.

By Michael Nystrom

How to Conquer Unexpected Swim Scenarios

Run through these common unexpected scenarios so you can be best prepared when they inevitably come up during a race.

By Bryan Mineo

Skill-Boosting After School Activities for Kids

Including both solo and group activities, these after school options can build confidence, teach discipline and so much more.

By Scott Brown

Swim Drills for Triathletes

Of the three disciplines in triathlon, swimming is the most difficult and critical to master. Use these tips to help improve your time in the water.

By Jesse Kropelnicki

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