The best triathlon bikes for smashing your PB in 2025
Every year the 220 team tests and reviews some of the finest triathlon bikes on the market. Here are the triathlon bikes we considered among the best of the bunch
Bikes
Will a more expensive road bike help me ride faster?
More money, more speed? We analyse whether pricier road bikes will enable you to ride faster.
Best road bikes for triathlon racing and training in 2025
Looking for a new road bike that you can use for both training and racing triathlons? We take a look at some of the best options out there for a range of budgets and aspirations…
When should I upgrade to a triathlon bike?
Been racing triathlons on a road bike and wondering when, or if, you should upgrade to a tri bike? Coach Nik Cook has the answers.
Ribble Ultra-Aero SL R Enthusiast review
The Ribble Ultra SL R is a cutting-edge aero road bike designed for pure speed and performance. But does its high-tech design translate to real-world gains for triathletes and road racers alike?
Van Rysel RCR Rival AXS review
Decathlon’s Van Rysel bike brand is making waves at the peak of the pedalling performance pyramid. Will it do the same at the £4,000 mark? James Witts finds out aboard its RCR road bike…
The bikes that pro triathletes are riding in 2025
What bikes are pro triathletes riding for the 2025 season? Find out below
Do you need a triathlon bike for 70.3 and Ironman races?
Our experts answer the common question of whether the trusty road bike is “good enough” for a longer-distance triathlon
How does riding a triathlon bike differ to riding a road bike?
Nik Cook explains why riding a triathlon bike will feel very different to riding a road bike
Argon 18 E119 Tri+ Disc review
Argon 18 is renowned for innovation and there are plenty of big claims behind its latest flagship triathlon bike. But did the E119 Tri+ Disc impress on the road?
Canyon Speedmax CFR Disc eTap tri bike review
Canyon have overhauled the Kona-conquering Speedmax to bring it bang up-to-date. But how do you improve on the five-time Ironman world champion bike of Frodeno and Lange? Jack Sexty finds out by testing its speed claims to the max…
Cube Aerium C:68X SLT review
If it’s good enough for Lucy Charles-Barclay, then it’s good enough for age-groupers, right? Bike tester Jack Sexty takes to the roads to find out…
Trek Speed Concept SLR 9 review
The latest iteration of the legendary Speed Concept is here, and Trek says it’s the fastest bike it’s ever tested. Should you splash out? Jack Sexty takes this superbike for a spin…
Vitus Auro Disc Rival AXS review
The Vitus Auro Disc Rival AXS appears to offer great value, but does it perform well enough? We find out…
Orro Venturi Tri review
In a world where many triathlon bikes will cost you five-figure fees, does the Orro Venturi Tri offer the ideal balance of value and performance? We find out…
Is a triathlon bike or a road bike better for descending?
Nik Cook discusses whether you are better descending in a race on a TT bike or a road bike
Canyon reveals updated Speedmax
Canyon’s flagship triathlon bike is getting an update! Here’s what you need to know about the newest versions of the Speedmax
9 things you need to know about Kristian Blummenfelt’s CADEX Tri frameset
You can now buy the CADEX Tri frameset that took Kristian Blummenfelt to victory in St George and his Sub7 attempt. Here’s what you need to know about it
Do you need a women’s bike?
Wondering whether or not you need a female-specific bike? Toby Hockley is here to explain…
Canyon launches updated Speedmax
Canyon’s flagship triathlon bike will now be available with Shimano’s new 12-speed groupsets
Introducing the fastest bike Trek has ever made
Trek says its all-new Speed Concept is both the fastest bike its ever made and the complete triathlon package. Here’s why they think it’s a winner
Trek launches all-new Speed Concept triathlon bike
Trek’s all-new Speed Concept is here and it’s said to save you six minutes over a full Ironman
Quintana Roo unveils new V-PR triathlon bike
Quintana Roo’s latest triathlon bike is said to be the lightest and fastest yet
What size bike do I need?
Expert bike mechanic Toby Hockley explains how to pick the right bike frame for your size and what adjustments you can make at home for a smooth ride.
