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Derek Garcia 3 years after cancer

Derek Garcia got a pro triathlon card in 2012 and learned that summer that he had testicular cancer. All signs point in the right direction now and he is racing strong now.

Who Tipped the Feds?

Two triathletes are the likely agents drawing the attention of the US Attorney to Ironman's Lottery program. Here's why at least one of them made the decision he did.

No More Kona Lottery

Ironman's Lottery program, around in some form since 1983, is no more. The U.S. Attorney interpreted this program as a violation of Lottery and Gaming laws, Ironman is voluntarily shutting it down.

Lauren Goss St. Croix champion

Lauren Goss won her 9th victory as a pro at the classic Ironman 70.3 St. Croix, joining a roster of champions who have gone on to great success in the middle distances.

Digging deep with Cody Beals

Cody Beals is in his second season as a pro triathlete and has some very fine results to show. This gear meticulous Canadian races hard on a very simple lifestyle.

We Noticed: Diamondback, Zwift

This week we noticed a yummy version of the new Diamondback Podium, a new Zwift course, the Island House Tri, the Specialized Audax road shoes, and more

Pro Athlete Race Calendar

Recent statements from Life Time and Challenge echo similar comments from RDs: Absent significant advance notice of who's coming to our races, a pro purse is of limited use.

The State of Challenge

Challenge is a favorite of pro athletes, but took a hit last week when it dropped the money in 5 of its American races. Where does this place the popular race production brand?

The Crucible

With the accident of Sjaan Gerth on my mind, I found myself serendipitously coming across several quotes that struck a deep chord. For Sjaan, and for everyone else, I wanted to share them.

The Weekend Box May 10 2015

A U.S. breakthrough at the Chengdu World Cup, winners at Gulf Coast and Madrid, the full lineup of Bahrain Endurance Team, and a new coach for Verzbicas.

Cunnama, Steffen tops at Vietnam

James Cunnama of South Africa and Caroline Steffen of Switzerland emerged winners of back and forth battles in the heat at Ironman 70.3 Vietnam in Danang.

Dreitz, Ryf take Mallorca 70.3

Andreas Dreitz defended his crown with a sizzling bike split and Daniela Ryf dominated the women with a wire-to-wire performance to win Ironman 70.3 Mallorca.