Articles by Slowman

Cycling

Speed Concept Makeover

Three years ago Trek launched a game changing superbike, the Speed Concept. Today Trek announces the new and improved. How new? Not that much. How improved? That's another story.

by Slowman, July 15, 2013

Industry

Recon Jet

The Recon Jet is the conflation of two hot ideas - a heads-up display and wearable computing - in one platform that could move forward information and safety. As of today you can order one.

News

Messick on Boulder, etc.

Ironman's chief Andrew Messick answers questions on Ironman Boulder, Ironman's view on whether the sport is growing or not, where it fits in versus other local races, and on doping.

News

On Trisports.com’s Chap 11 filing

Triathlon's signature etailer TriSports filed for Chapter 11 protection on the 14th of June. What does this mean for its customers and for its future? Here's what you need to know.

Cycling

Felt’s Newest Aerobar

Felt has a guerrilla house brand division. It does not wage conventional war. Rather than making a full suite of saddles, handlebars stems, wheels, it picks off an occasional project and usually nails it.

Cycling

3 Clip-Ons I Like

There's a set of imperatives now for clip-ons. At least if I'm going to ride them. There are mandatory functions. Here are some clip-ons that hit the mark, or come darned close.

News

2014 70.3 WC in Mont-Tremblant

The French Canadian sports enclave Mont-Tremblant has landed the 2014 70.3 World Championship. The 2015 race will take place in Europe, the precise destination as of yet unknown.

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The Specialized Wind Tunnel

This company built its own wind tunnel. Pretty cool. But it didn't just build a tool to help in product design. It's what the tunnel means. It's another process play, like BG.

News

Newton Running sued for unpaid bills

Boulder-based creative agency Moxie Sozo filed suit against Newton Running for unpaid invoices. According to a source at the agency the total owed is in the neighborhood of $300,000.

Industry

The Case of the Laid Back Lady

Last week I invited expert bike fitters to solve a theoretical conundrum facing many fitters and certain of their customers. I thought Slowtwitchers might like to see how some of the cleverer fitters operate.

News

Swim changes for NA Ironmans

WTC announced new swim start and timing changes for several North American Ironmans as part of an initiative to make swims safer and less stressful for race contestants.

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70.3 Worlds Internationalizes

Ironman 70.3 World Championships will now rotate its venue worldwide and annually starting in 2014. This mainstreams the race, bringing it into conformity with most major sports championships.

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Insurance for your bicycle?

Does your bicycle really need an insurance policy all its own? Isn't everything already covered either by your medical or homeowners plan? Yes and no. While not for everyone, the policy is attractive for many.