Forums >Cross Training>Buying a Bike for my first Tri
Son, when you participate in sporting events, it's not whether you win or lose; it's how drunk you get. -- Homer Simpson
A tri bike is designed to be hard to use and kind of uncomfortable
Running Dad
The voice of mile 18
Tri Rule #1 of Triathlon Training/Racing - If Momma ain't happy nobody is happy
TRIing to beat the heat!
2012 Goals
Sub-1:42 for half marathon √ (1:41 at Disney, Jan '12)
Sub-22 for 5k √ (21:51 in Sept '12)
BQ for marathon- FAIL
THEN you can save your pennis .
ultramarathon/triathlete
HTFU? Why not!
USATF Coach
Empire Tri Club CoachGatorade Endurance Team
Run like a kid again!
Gotta TRI
check w/ a good local bike store and see if they got something (even if it's used) that fits you and your budget. bike fit is a big deal and will make you life a lot easier if it is right.