That Triathlon Life Podcast Pacing a windy triathlon bike course, run shoe types, and more!
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Jan 2, 2025 This week kicks off with insightful bike tech tips, including essential tools you need for building a new bike. Discover the science behind pacing on challenging windy courses and hear about the surprising lengths professional triathletes go to during races. The discussion also covers the art of choosing the right running shoes amidst a sea of marketing. To top it off, get personal experiences with navigating the pesky raccoon eyes from swimming goggles and valuable advice on managing running stats on treadmills.
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Eric's First Ski
- Eric tried skiing for the first time since childhood, using skis provided by Solomon.
- Paula's Strava title "baby's first ski" was misinterpreted as a pregnancy announcement.
Return to Swimming
- Paula and Eric hadn't swum in a pool for a month, their longest break since COVID.
- Their first swim back felt worse than during COVID, but they've been skiing at Mount Bachelor.
Skiing vs. Cross-Country Skiing
- Skiing can be risky for triathletes' knees, especially compared to snowboarding.
- Cross-country skiing, particularly skate skiing, might be more suitable triathlon training.