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12th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

Nutrition Periodization: How Athletes Should Adjust Their Diet on Rest and Training Days

By Coach Matt Russ We are all creatures of routine, and our diets are no exception. Time-strapped athletes, in particular, tend to gravitate toward t

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12th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

Tri Cockpit Setup: Why Holdability Beats Extreme Aero

Tri Cockpit Setup: Why Holdability Beats Extreme Aero The most effective tri cockpit setup gives you a position you can hold, unbroken, for the full

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11th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

KEO Cleat Colors: Choosing 0°, 4.5°, and 9° Float

KEO Cleat Colors: Choosing 0°, 4.5°, and 9° Float Black LOOK KEO cleats lock your foot at 0° float, gray gives you 4.5° of rotati

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10th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

Eflator Bicycle Pump Battery Life: 3 to 6 Inflations, Always Pack Backup

Eflator Portable Pump Battery Life for Cyclists: 3 to 6 Inflations, Pack Backup Most high-performance portable inflators deliver roughly 3 to 6 full

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9th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

How To Avoid Bottle Ejection on Gravel: Fit Check First, Pack Carefully for Remote Routes

How To Avoid Bottle Ejection on Gravel: Fit Check First, Pack Carefully for Remote Routes The fastest fix for bottle ejection on gravel is a tuned hi

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9th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

Implement Trail Running To Build Lower-Leg Strength, Stability and Injury Resistance

Modern running shoes do an excellent job of reducing impact. A wide variety of technologies—including cushioning materials, gels, air channels,

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8th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

To Avoid Bike Theft Inspect Anchors First: Lock a Bike on a Rack That Stays Put

To Avoid Bike Theft Inspect Anchors First: Lock a Bike on a Rack That Stays Put The best way to lock a bike on a rack is to capture the rear triangle

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7th Oct 2026

Sun Smart Training Tips For Ironman Triathletes

Ironman training requires a significant investment of time, and many athletes will spend hours training outdoors in direct sunlight. Managing your sun

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7th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

Aerobar Pad Width 15–25cm Setup Rule; Choose Comfort First

Aerobar Pad Width: 15–25cm Setup Rule; Choose Comfort First Over Aerodynamics Most riders should start with a pad center-to-center width betwee

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6th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

For Hookless Bicycle Rim Safety Stay Under 73 psi with Extra Heat and Load Margin

Stay Under 73 psi: Shop Tested Hookless Rim Checks for Road Riders For hookless road rims, the industry ceiling is about 5 bar (roughly 72.5 to 73 ps

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5th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

How to Train Effectively for The Cycling Leg Of Your Next Triathlon

Preparing for a cycling or triathlon event involves much more than training for the race distance, duration, and intensity. The race course itself sho

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5th Oct 2026 · Matt Russ

Adjusting Bicycle Cleat Position With A 5–10mm Rearward Bias

5–10mm Rearward Bias: Testable Cleat Positioning for Cyclists Start with the cleat center on the line between your first and fifth metatarsal h

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