What bikes are used in Ironman?
Cervelo 105 Disc Cervelo is the most popular bike brand among Ironman Kona competitors and the P-series is one of its more affordable tt bike range.
Who won Kona 2012?
Pete Jacobs
The 2012 Ironman World Championship was a long distance triathlon competition held on October 13, 2012 in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. The championship won by Pete Jacobs of Australia and Leanda Cave of England….Men.
| Name | Pete Jacobs | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | |
| Split times (h:mm:ss / m:ss) | Swim | 0:51:28 |
| T1 | 1:49 | |
| Bike | 4:35:15 |
How much is a triathlon bike worth?
Still, it is pretty easy to spend $1,500 to $2,000 on a quality starter triathlon bike and end up with a very good ride. Here are a few things to look for in your entry-level tri bike, along with a few recommendations.
How much is an Olympic triathlon bike worth?
Let’s be real. For many of us, the cost of buying a triathlon bike is not far from a full month’s income. While finding a used bike can be an economical option, new bikes can easily average $4,000-5,000+.
Can I use a road bike for Ironman?
Road bikes are comfortable to ride as long as you get the right fit. They handle better and give a rider more confidence. They also give the rider multiple positions on the handlebars, which is important when riding 112 miles in an Ironman.
Do you need a tri bike for Ironman?
You Don’t Need a Fancy Bike… First off, it’s not about the bike. Seriously, you don’t need a snazzy triathlon bike to do well in one of these races. I passed a lot of Cervelo P3s and aero helmets on my road bike, a Trek Emonda I’d equipped with aero bars. I wore a regular helmet and normal jersey.
Can I do an Ironman with a road bike?
Do triathletes pee on the bike?
Some riders have practiced urinating on the bike while others consider a different approach. Most triathletes don’t need to pee a lot when riding unless they ride really slow. In this case, they can always stop at the port-a-potty station and urinate.