a shoe that is quicker in transition is better than a shoe that is more comfortable. Whereas for an Ironman athlete who is on the bike for 6-7 hours, comfort is king and 30 seconds saved in ...

The Ironman distance includes a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride, followed by a marathon run. Endurance sports, Chara said, have elements that resonate with him as an elite athlete: meticulous ...

Ironman Wisconsin is one ... Following the swim, athletes make their way up the Helix to change and prepare their gear for the bike portion. This is known as a transition, or T1.