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IM Pro Series Kicks Off in Oceanside - Our Picks

Here's who we expect to be in contention in a crowded field to kick off 2024.

The Hookless Crisis: Just Like the Disc Rotor Crisis

To everyone complaining about hookless road I ask: "Have you ridden it?" I have yet to find the first to say yes.

Ownership of IRONMAN is More Than the Legal Status

Legally, owning IRONMAN is a right. Morally it’s a responsibility. For the right owner it’s a custodianship.

As IM Enters New Era, Imagination is Key

A little more imagination and a little less brute force would go a long way for the IRONMAN brand name.

USA Triathlon's Massive Membership Mistake

Fury amongst membership as USAT, attempting to close budget gaps, tries to add $400 membership fee to race for Team USA.

Does Strava's New CEO Ride A Bike?

Strava's new CEO Michael Martin has had an impressive career at YouTube, Nike, and NBCUniversal. But does he ride a bike? And does that matter?

Where Are the PTO Tour Races?

To quote Caddyshack: Well…we’re waiting.

When the Only Way Out is Through

It's been an athletic barren landscape around these parts. And sometimes that's OK.

The Only Constant of IRONMAN World Championships is Change

This week's announcement of changes to the women's qualification cycle for Nice 2024 aligns with IM's own history.

Parting Thoughts on Kona

The women proved why they need their own World Championship day.

An Age Groupers Perspective on Nice

Was it worthy of the World Championship name?

Andrew Messick’s Place in IRONMAN’s History

The tenure of a successful IRONMAN CEO is a dozen years. Two had reached that milestone; now there is a 3rd.

Challenge Roth Pro Preview

The biggest party in the triathlon world is taking place this weekend. Let's dive in.

Breaking Down 70.3 St. George Favorites

IRONMAN returns to southwestern Utah, where the racing is always extremely exciting.

PTO's Recent Changes: Who Do They Benefit?

"Let’s call the PTO what it is - a business, not an athletes’ organization..."

Is Short Course Ready for a US Resurgence?

Super League is coming to the United States. Is the US ready to reclaim short course racing?

IRONMAN Open Category Should Be Default, Not Exception

If inclusivity is as important as IRONMAN says it is, then it’s time for the Open division to be the division for all athletes.

On Specialized's Sponsorship Changes and Eric Lagerstrom's Signing

Specialized recently reduced their ambassador ranks, but added Lagerstrom to the fold today. Why?

The Peeds Are Investing. They've Got Beef.

Certified Piedmontese is going further to nurture relationships with endurance athletes.

Get Outside

Indoor training is better than ever. Is it possibly contributing to our sports burnout problem?

IRONMAN's Decision Will Mature Well

While initially unpopular among Slowtwitchers its WC venue decision will prove out over time.

About Respecting IRONMAN’s History

IRONMAN has made some World Championship changes. Here's a look into the past and future of that race.

Opinion

Lessons From the Road at RAAM: The Company You Keep

From the Ground in St. George

What Triathlon Can Learn From Augusta National

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