Photos: Lance Armstrong’s Trek Speed Concept
- By Aaron Hersh
- Published Oct 6, 2012
- Updated Feb 19, 2013 at 11:31 AM UTC

Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-series from the SuperFrog Triathlon.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Custom painted Zipp VukaR2C shifters with an homage to Armstrong's home state and town.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
He raced SRAM Red 2012 components.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Unlike many pro triathletes, Armstrong still opts for two bottles on his frame.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Although Armstrong is using the new Red 2012 rear derailleur, his front derailleur is still prior generation.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
His disc appears to be a repainted Lightweight, his wheel of choice during his days racing for the Astana cycling team.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Armstrong explicitly requested the number seven, presumably to call attention to his seven Tour de France titles, which are in jeopardy following his no contest of doping charges from USADA.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
He uses a SRM power meter with SRAM TT rings.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
His SRM power meter is paired with SRM's Power Control 7 computer.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
These Bontrager RXXXL Aero brake levers have an in-line barrel adjuster to allow easy swaps between wheels with narrow rims and wide rims.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
A Honey Stinger Waffle was stashed on his aerobars. Armstrong's picture is on the package.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Armstrong takes advantage of the Speed Concept 9-Series' massive range of adjustment. His stem piece provides substantial rise and he also spaces the extensions 1.5cm further above the basebar.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Armstrong's Speed Concept is custom painted in Livestrong garb.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
He opted for Giro's Air Attack, a semi-aero helmet designed to create less drag than a standard road helmet while venting more than a full-on aero option.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Shades waiting in the helmet.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Running shoes and socks doused in baby powder.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Custom-made SRM Power Control 7 mount.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Armstrong is racing Speedplay pedals.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Bontrager's first anatomical tri saddle, the RXL Hilo. Armstrong has been racing it through the majority of his year back in the sport.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Wearing Nike branded cycling shoes.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
Lance Armstrong's Trek Speed Concept 9-Series
Bontrager's Aeolus 7 D3 tubular front wheel.
Photos: Aaron Hersh
Get a look at the bike Lance Armstrong rode to his SuperFrog Triathlon victory on Sunday, Sept. 30. The American will next take on the Rev3 Half-Full Tri on Sunday, Oct. 7, where he will be racing in the cancer survivors’ wave.
RELATED:
- Lance Armstrong Wins SuperFrog Triathlon
- PHOTOS: 2012 SuperFrog Triathlon
- Photos: More From Coronado’s SuperFrog Tri
- Photos: Behind The Scenes With Lance Armstrong At SuperFrog
FILED UNDER: Bike / Gear & Tech / Photos TAGS: Lance Armstrong / Lance Armstrong Triathlon / Trek Speed Concept
Aaron Hersh
Aaron Hersh is the Senior Tech Editor of Triathlete magazine. To submit a question, write Aaron at Ahersh@competitorgroup.com.







































