From the windswept roads of the Tour de France to the grueling Ironman triathlon, aero bars (also known as triathlon bars) are a common sight in cycling and triathlon events worldwide.
They have sparked countless debates and discussions, but do they truly provide a significant advantage?
Greg LeMond won the yellow jersey in the 1989 Tour de France – the closest and arguably most fiercely fought Tour in history – by a margin of just 8 seconds.
Often regarded as the greatest edition in the race’s history, the 1989 Tour de France winner was decided in its final moments in dramatic scenes never matched before or since.
A triathlon is an endurance multisport race consisting of swimming, cycling, and running over various distances. But triathlon cycling has some key differences from most professional bicycle racing – not least in the form of purpose-built triathlon bikes. A triathlon bike is a specialized bike designed for the unique demands of triathlons, including aggressive geometry, … Read more
They might not be the first thing that comes to a cyclist’s mind when getting excited about their dream bike, but the humble bike handlebars play an essential role in adapting a bike to its purpose. From butterfly bars to bullhorns, all bike handlebars have their strengths and weaknesses. Aero bars might be perfect for … Read more