Articles by Kevin Mackinnon

Triathlon

An Emotional Final Appearance in Roth for Laura Siddall

After three fourth-place finishes and two times crossing the line as the runner up, Laura Siddall racks her bike for the last time at Challenge Roth.

by Kevin Mackinnon, July 5, 2025

Triathlon

Matt Hanson Finally Makes it to Roth. Can He Ride Fast Enough to Stay in Contention for a Big Day?

Can the American stay close enough on the bike to run his way to a top finish?

Triathlon

Sam Laidlow’s Back … But is He Ready for this Version of Roth?

"The pursuit of something really brings more joy than when you actually have it."

Triathlon

The Ultimate Race Experience: Felix Walchshofer Reveals What Makes Roth So Special! (And Why The Race Will Never Be for Sale)

To understand the success of Challenge Roth, you have to understand the passion the Walchshofer family has for the event.

Triathlon

Can Laura Philipp Shatter the 8-Hour Barrier at Challenge Roth on Sunday?

She's the prohibitive women's favourite, but the big question is - can she set a new world best?

Triathlon

Quintana Roo Continues Triathlon Push in Roth; Announces New Factory Team

We catch up with one of the sport's most interesting couples and have the lowdown on Quintana Roo's new team.

Triathlon

Things Heat Up in Roth

What did we learn from today's presser in Roth?

News

IRONMAN Announces Performance-Based Qualifying for Kona and 70.3 World Championship

IRONMAN offers new qualification system for both Kona and 70.3 World Championship events

Triathlon

Bike Watch: QR VPRi Bikes Stolen From Frankfurt Expo

Triathlon community asked to keep an eye out for these unique bikes.

Triathlon

Frankfurt Preview: European Championship That Could Double as the Worlds

A stacked field sets the stage for an epic Nice preview

Triathlon

Bike Share Challenge Accepted: Athlete Powers Through 5150 Tremblant on a Bixi Bike!

He does at least one triathlon a year ... even when he doesn't have his bike with him.

News

Fueling the Slowtwitch GoodLife Racing Team for the Race Across the West

Cycling for over 50 hours takes lots of energy. Here's how the team kept things moving at RAW

News

“You Can’t Make This S#*& Up.” Norseman Competitor Hits Bear At Race in New Hampshire

Montreal triathlete still intends to compete at the Norseman event in August.