Triathlon/ Time Trial Bicycles Overview

When asked by countless customers what the difference is between a road bicycle and a time trial/triathlon-specific bicycle, we usually reply: “The job we ask them to do makes for different bicycles.” Road bicycles are expected to be nimble, light, and fit well in the expected riding position. Triathlon bicycles are expected to be stable, aerodynamic, and –of course- fit well in the expected riding position. The riding position for each is very different, once you take a close look. A road bike is effective when tackling long road rides, especially when hills and twisty roads are involved. A slack seat position gives leverage when climbing long hills. Aerodynamics are less important, and multiple hand positions (with access to the brake levers) help in group ride situations. A more>>

2009 Quintana Roo Caliente

When searching the marketplace for a true carbon fiber tri-bike to raise your game for next season, the Caliente moves to the front of the pack. If you were impressed with the frame, fork, brakes and drivetrain on the Quintana Roo Lucero, the Caliente has all the same specs! What make it different? The brake levers are a non-aero style, the saddle has alloy rails instead of titanium, the aerobars have a standard round base bar, and it has Alex 320 aluminum aero wheels. Still a very solid and race-ready package. If you have future upgrade plans or favorite components at home already, this might be the best choice for your money. If you are planning on a wheel upgrade before you leave the shop with your new Caliente, the Reynolds Assault wheelset is available at an additional cost. The more>>

Trek Triathlon Bicycles

Since 2000, Trek has been relentlessly pursuing the task of building the finest, most aerodynamic time trial/triathlon bicycles in the world. Trek has demanding users. Lance Armstrong, Levi Leipheimer, George Hincapie and Alberto Contador have been making their mark in the ProTour scene, and the time trial machine that Trek provides for them is expected to be the best. Period. Chris Lieto and Tim DeBoom have relied on Trek’s Equinox TTX to carry them to the marathon leg of Ironman Kona. The 2008 Equinox TTX bicycles are the result of cutting-edge engineering, wind tunnel tests, athlete input, and made-in-America hand more>>

2008 Trek Equinox TTX 9.9

When Tim DeBoom wanted a carbon tri-bike for the 2003 Ironman in Hawaii to defend his title, he went to Trek. The Trek Equinox TTX 9.9 is the successor to Tim’s bike! OCLV Black carbon fiber is used for the frame, and uses the same fork found on the top-end SSL. Bontrager Race X Lite wheelset and Shimano Dura-Ace components give this tri-bike race proven components. The Bontrager aero bar is entirely carbon fiber for lightness and to absorb fatigue-inducing more>>

2008 Trek TTX 9.5

Looking for a no-compromise carbon tri-bike? The Equinox TTX 9.5 gives you everything you need for a personal best in your next triathlon. Shimano’s proven Ultegra components. Bontrager’s durable Race Lite wheels. A fully adjustable aero bar for a just-right fit. This machine is also available in an Extra Large size (60 cm) with a 61.0 cm top tube length. No need for a tall rider to feel cramped on a small more>>

2008 Trek TTX 9.0

What keeps you from buying the bike you need to do you best? The sticker shock, right? Carbon fiber tri-bikes used to be the big-money toys of the elite athlete, but no longer. The Trek Equinox 9.0 is a carbon-framed triathlon bicycle at a reasonable price. No need to raid your life savings for a bike that won’t hold you back when you want it to perform. The same frame shaping that is found on the new TTX SSL is found here in OCLV White carbon. Shimano’s 105 components with a Bontrager crank, Select Aero wheelset, and even Race Lite more>>

2008 Trek Equinox 7

New to Triathlons? Fighting the fit of you ill-suited road bike too much? Trek has a high-performing tri-bike for the beginner: The Equinox 7. Trek uses their best aluminum alloy –Alpha Red- to produce a light, stable machine that will allow for a better fit in the aero position. Shimano 105 derailleurs, a 10-speed drivetrain, and a Bontrager crankset helps put power to the road. Aero wheels, an adjustable aero bar, and a reversible seat post mark this as a machine destined to give you a personal best in your next more>>

2008 Trek Equinox 7 WSD

Ladies, introductory tri-bikes aren’t just the domain of 5-foot, 9-inch “Joe average”. Trek is been producing a Women’s Specific Design Equinox 7 for you as well. With sizes down to 47cm, even a rider needing a 27-inch standover height will find a good fit. This isn’t a premium-priced, low-volume bike. The Equinox 7 WSD is the same price as the standard Equinox 7, and has an identical component list. Adjustable Profile Design aero bars and a reversible seat post make bike fitting headaches a thing of the more>>