Cycling: Yesterday, the UCI announced that Viktor Okishev's doping test from May of this year was positive and that he has been suspended pending further investigation. He is already the fourth Astana team rider to test positive this year. A doping sample was taken from Kazakh Viktor Okishev after the time trial during the Asian Championships in May. Yesterday, Wednesday, the… read more
Zipp expands its triathlon range with the Vuka BTA system. This system allows for the mounting of bottle cages between the armrests and also the attachment of a Garmin computer. The Vuka BTA frame is made of 6061T6 aluminum. The system includes a bottle cage in addition to the frame. Prices start at €67 for the 28-gram unit… read more
With the Cloud, the Swiss shoe specialist On presents its fifth model, a shoe designed to set new standards in cushioning and weight. The patented Zero Gravity foam is intended to combine these aspects perfectly, reducing the weight to a mere 198 grams for a size 42 shoe. In contrast to the other models, it also features… read more
The riding position on a triathlon or time trial bike is known to differ significantly from that on a regular road bike. For optimized aerodynamics, the rider typically sits in an extremely low, forward-leaning position. This results in particularly high stress on the pubic bones. Clothing manufacturer Zoot has developed a product specifically designed to address this stress… read more
The German Triathlon Union recently presented its squad for the upcoming season. The focus is clearly on a near-radical rejuvenation of the team. This is due, among other things, to numerous departures of athletes who are now seeking opportunities outside of Olympic distances or who are ending their careers at the end of the year. Among these, the focus is on… read more
