That Triathlon Show

Beginner Series 6 - Cycling for Beginner Triathletes

Oct 4, 2025
Explore essential cycling skills crucial for beginners, like drinking and eating while riding. Discover how to build bike fitness through structured endurance rides and simple hard sessions. Avoid common mistakes, such as overtraining and poor pacing. Learn about must-have equipment and safe cycling practices to enhance your experience. The podcast emphasizes enjoyment in cycling to maintain motivation. Gain confidence with basic bike maintenance tips and repair skills to ensure smooth rides.
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INSIGHT

Bike Dominates Race Outcome

  • The bike leg is the longest part of most triathlons and strongly influences overall race outcome.
  • Improving bike fitness also protects your run by preventing excessive fatigue before the run leg.
ADVICE

Practice Feeding And Hydration On The Bike

  • Practice drinking from your bottle and consuming gels while riding before your first race.
  • Do this in a safe, low-traffic area until it becomes second nature.
ADVICE

Build Group Riding And Handling Skills Gradually

  • Learn to ride comfortably close to other cyclists by starting with one friend, then build up to small groups.
  • Use quiet roads, parking lots, or controlled descents to practice clipping, cornering and descending.
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