Quick Pics: The Tri Week In Review
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- Published Jun 24, 2011
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Paula Findlay Wins ITU WCS Kitzbühel
Canada's Paula Findlay had a historic day in Kitzbühel. With her third-straight ITU WCS victory Findlay broke the record for most WCS wins in the series' history. Photo: Delly Carr/Triathlon.org Click here to read the race report.
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Alistair Brownlee Dominates ITU WCS Kitzbühel
Great Britain's Alistair Brownlee dominated his second ITU World Championship Series race in a row at last weekend's ITU WCS Kitzbühel race. Photo: Delly Carr/Triathlon.org Click here to read the race report.
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Blue Shows Off The Blue Triad AL
Blue debuted its first aluminum tri bike, the Triad AL. It will be released early next year and will sell for around $1,800. Photo: Aaron Hersh Click here to learn more about the unveiling of the 2012 Blue Triad AL.
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Chris McCormack Gives ITU A Try
Less than two weeks after winning Challenge Cairns, Chris McCormack returned to the ITU circuit by making the start in Kitzbühel. McCormack had trouble swimming with the pack and was in nearly last place as he started the bike. He dropped out midway through the bike. Photo: Delly Carr/Triathlon.org Click here to read a post-race interview with Chris McCormack.
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The Second Annual D.C. Triathlon
Paul Matthews and Alicia Kaye took victories at last weekend's Washington D.C. Triathlon. The race is part of WTC's 5150 Series. Photo: Kris Mendoza Click here to read the race report.
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Sarah Groff Is Named USA Today Olympic Athlete Of The Week
American Sarah Groff was named USA Today's Olympic Athlete of the Week thanks to her podium finish at the ITU WCS Kitzbühel race. Photo: Delly Carr/Triathlon.org Click here to read a post-race interview with Groff.
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Parlee Shows Off A New Frame
Parlee revealed its new Flex-Fit frame. The TT is available with Parlee’s standard geometry and it also comes in a “tall” version with an additional 20mm of stack height and 6mm less reach. The idea behind this unusual geometric option is to accommodate a wide range of riders on a single frame. Photo: Aaron Hersh Click here to read more.
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Shimano Announces Ultegra Di2
Shimano announced it is releasing Ultegra Di2 in October 2011. The component company, which just celebrated its 90th anniversary, is releasing Ultegra-level electronic shifters, front and rear derailleurs, an electric cable junction and battery later this fall. Click here to read more.
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Tim O'Donnell Graces The Cover Of Inside Triathlon
American Tim O'Donnell could be the United States' next great hope for an Ironman World Championship title. Click here to view photos of the Inside Triathlon cover shoot.
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The Triathlete Swimsuit Issue Hits Newsstands
The Triathlete magazine annual swimsuit issue is on newsstands now! Click here to go behind the scenes of the photo shoot and to meet the models.
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Andy Potts Reveals His Five Keys For Recovery
In an article on Triathlete.com, Andy Potts talks about his five keys to recovery. Can you believe he sleeps an average of 11 hours a night? Photo: Paul Phillips Click here to read about Potts’ five rules of recovery.
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Torbjorn Sindballe Dives Into The Mental Game Of Triathlon
In an article that originally appeared in Inside Triathlon, Torbjorn Sindballe breaks down the importance of being not only physically fit, but also mentally fit. Illustration by N.C. Winters. Click here to read the article.
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Rasmus Henning Teaches Us A Lesson
Denmark’s Rasmus Henning dished advice on the the importance of focus and how a lack of focus led to a pretty big blunder at last year’s Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. Photo: Aaron Hersh Click here to watch the video.
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Looking Ahead: Julie Dibens Prepares For Ironman CDA
Fresh off of a big win at Rev3 Quassy, Great Britain's Julie Dibens will be racing in the second Ironman of her career this weekend at Ironman Coeur d'Alene. Visit Triathlete.com for a race report and photo gallery after the race. Photo: Rev3/Eric Wynn
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Looking Ahead: Craig Alexander Will Race Ironman CDA
Although he may not be in his ideal Ironman shape, two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander will compete in this weekend's Ironman Coeur d'Alene triathlon in Idaho. Alexander needs an Ironman finish to compete in this year's Ironman World Championship triathlon. Photo: Aaron Hersh Click here to read an article about Crowie’s decision to race at Ironman CDA.
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Looking Ahead: ITU European Championships
Can the Brownlees defeat Javier Gomez on his home turf? We'll find out at this weekend's ITU European Championships from Pontevedra, Spain. Check back to Triathlete.com for a race recap and photo gallery after the race. Photo: Triathlon.org Click here for a photo preview of the race.
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