by Scott Cathcart | Nov 10, 2022 | Athletics, Blog, Scott Cathcart, Triathlete
A good tri bike can give you an edge in your next Ironman, as it goes beyond what a standard road bike can provide. Tri bikes featured in this list go beyond what’s possible with aerobars. Getting the right bike for a time trial or triathlon can be more...
by Scott Cathcart | Oct 3, 2022 | Athletics, Blog, Scott Cathcart, Triathlete, triathlon
There are a lot of things that beginner athletes need to know about triathlons to learn how to participate properly. Unlike other sports, which are often categorized as standalone activities, each discipline has its own set of rules. For instance, while running is...
by Scott Cathcart | Oct 3, 2022 | Athletics, Blog, Scott Cathcart, Triathlete, triathlon
The goal of a triathlon is to complete a long-distance race consisting of swimming, biking, and running. The event is usually one continuous race. The first part of the race is a swim, typically in open water but also done in a pool. The participants then transition...
by Scott Cathcart | Aug 31, 2022 | Blog, Scott Cathcart, Triathlete, triathlon
Getting the right bike for your triathlon is one of the most critical decisions any athlete should make. After all, if you spend a lot of time on your bike during your race day, you must ensure that it’s equipped with the necessary components. Various types of...
by Scott Cathcart | Aug 31, 2022 | Blog, Scott Cathcart, Triathlete, triathlon
As an athlete, a triathlon is regarded as the ultimate challenge that can be achieved. However, preparing for such a challenge can be very challenging. This is why various gears can help minimize the impact of the training on the body. We have gathered some of the...
by Scott Cathcart | Aug 11, 2022 | Scott Cathcart, Triathlete
If you are training for a triathlon and find yourself traveling for either work or pleasure, chances are pretty good you won’t be able to bring all your workout gear, especially your bike, if the trip involves air travel. But you can bring packable accessories that...
by Scott Cathcart | May 11, 2022 | Blog, Scott Cathcart, Triathlete, triathlon
Most people are familiar with the concept of a triathlon, a sporting event that involves a combination of swimming, cycling, and running. They may be less familiar with an Ironman triathlon, although it is growing in popularity. An Ironman is a particularly...
by Scott Cathcart | Apr 22, 2022 | Blog, Scott Cathcart, Triathlete, triathlon
You may have read J. Campbell Bruce’s 1963 nonfiction book, Escape from Alcatraz, which details the history of the infamous California penitentiary and the attempted escapes that ensued over the years. Perhaps you have seen the legendary 1979 Clint Eastwood...
by Scott Cathcart | Apr 19, 2022 | Blog, Scott Cathcart, Triathlete, triathlon
A person’s first triathlon can be an experience that is both overwhelming and exciting. For that reason, it is important to properly prepare so that this first race is enjoyable, rewarding, and fun. Those who prepare correctly will feel the enjoyment from the start of...
by Scott Cathcart | May 8, 2020 | Blog, Scott Cathcart
As a sport, running is performed competitively and has rules formed by international organizations and millions of participants worldwide. As do other athletes, runners know that “Nothing succeeds like success,” an observation credited to Confucius and...