Biking and cycling
With the average tri-bike costing $5,000, and top-end models reaching over $12,000, it is the most expensive investment triathletes will make in their triathlon journey, hence, triathlete will want to get the best possible bike parts they can afford.
? Triathlon bikes are not designed to be comfortable, they are designed to be aerodynamic, light, and to allow the rider to exert maximum effort against the pedals to get the most speed out of the ride.
It is not cheaper to build your own bike and this is particularly true of entry-level and mid-level bikes
Men and women can wear each other’s shoes especially the ones that are styled as unisex. The primary difference between a man’s and a woman’s shoe design lies in the Length. A size conversion of 1.5 can be applied to make up for the design difference.
Triathlon bikes are expensive because of the market economics, the research & design involved in manufacturing, the manufacturing process, and the quality control required in the manufacturing of the bike.
Do you find yourself traveling across countries often as a triathlete? Or do you experience any discomfort from taking your regular bike with you, especially if you are traveling by air?
Purchasing a folding bike could be the best option for you but, the big question here is this – Can you use folding bikes in triathlons?