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Introducing XTERRA’s Ben Allen

Ben Allen of Australia, former surf lifesaving star, adventure racer, ITU Olympic distance up and comer, just won the XTERRA Asian Triple Crown in three tough duels with Olivier Marceau.

What We Have Noticed: Scott, Tern …

In this issue of What we Have Noticed we look at the Scott Split aero helmet, a folding bike from Tern, delicious chocolate from Ritter Sport, Chrissie Wellington's new book and Luke McKenzie's custom painted lid.

Hedgecock, Arthur win Du Nationals

Daniel Hedgecock of Minneapolis, Minnesota and D’Ann Arthur of Dallas, Texas won the USA Triathlon Duathlon Elite Nationals / Powerman Alabama Saturday

Densham shines at Mooloolaba

Led by a race-best 34:48 run, Australian 2008 Olympian Erin Densham returns to her 2006-2008 form with a dominating win at Mooloolaba World Cup – at a good time to impress Olympic selectors.

Alexander, Steffen rule Melbourne

3-time Ironman World Champion Craig Alexander thrilled the Aussie crowd with a thrilling 7:57:44 win at the Ironman Asia-Pacific Championships in Melbourne. Caroline Steffen took the women's title with a record bike split of 4:35:29 and fantastic final time of 8:34:51.

Vidal ekes out Mooloolaba win

Laurent Vidal of France pipped Australian Brad Kahlefeldt and Frenchman David Hauss in a thrilling sprint to the line to win his first ITU World Cup in the men’s race at Mooloolaba.

Snowsill doubtful for Mooloolaba, Sydney

Three time ITU World Champion and 2008 Olympic champion Emma Snowsill’s chances to defend her Olympic gold at London are at risk as stomach illness hits days before Mooloolaba World Cup.

Two Years

Two years ago, I almost died riding my bicycle. In conjunction with Tim Johnson's Ride On Washington, I decided to share some of my own thoughts on bicycle advocacy and also staying safe on the bike. Be safe. Be smart. Be seen. Be happy.

Allen, Bucher take XTERRA Saipan

Rising Australian off road star Ben Allen and Swiss veteran Renata Bucher both won XTERRA Saipan Saturday in the Northern Marianas and thus swept the 2012 XTERRA Asian Triple Crown series.

Kelly Williamson is even faster

Kelly Williamson is back to her racing template of excellent swim, lose time on the bike and kill them on the run. She took 2nd at Panama 70.3 and a win at San Juan 70.3, but watch out.

Random AG Emily Passini

Emily Passini stumbled upon triathlon in 2002 and that experience left her with the intention to run the other way. But what a difference 7 years make and Emily is our featured random age grouper.

Greg Bennett in the Ironman game

A year ago, Greg Bennett committed to chasing the dream of the London Olympics and took Kona off his bucket list. In a twist of fate, he’s an extremely long shot at London but a short course win at Hy-Vee re-opened the door to Kona.