Global Triathlon Network for anyone who wants to wear socks on the run, put the sock on and then roll it off, kind of like putting on a condom in reverse when you're setting up the transition area. When you have wet, sweaty feet, the sock will roll easily down your foot.
I agree with some other commenters that it would be great to have a bike mount tutorial, perhaps with different options/skill progression/tips/things to avoid. As for time saving, do a few transition entrance/exit run throughs before the race so you know exactly where your bike is and where you're going.
Putting your helmet up might save some time if it's still there when you get to T1. It looks like the elites have more area then most of us age groupers and I've found my helmet a couple of bikes over with my sunglasses on the ground when I get to T1 because people are grabbing bikes as fast as they can and racks move. I leave my helmet on the ground now so that it's consistently where I left it.
What to keep someone from kicking your helmet? I've never hand my helmet fall off my hoods. I put the helmet between the hoods only connecting to the right hand hood.
I have adhesive backed velcro (the rough side) on my road bikes top tube ( black on black frame) I stick a piece of velcro on a gel or a flask and it stays put.
some races i've done don't allow race belts inside the wetsuit (or they are a pool swim), so when having them in T1, i've realised having them already clipped up and sliding your legs into them can save valuable seconds in Transition rather than having it unclipped and struggling to get it clipped on around your waist
While running out of transition with belt in hand, fasten the belt to your waist with the clip near your belly or even your chest. Then orient the number to display at the front later some point.
Can you guys highlight some the tech the para-athletes use to overcome their handicaps? I really want to know some of the cool hacks they might be using.
For wetsuit removal off the feet, baby oil works well but can be messy. Better sequence is after your suit is on. Easiest & non-messy option that lasts well even in seawater is Spray & Cook but opt for the olive oil type. AFTER putting wetsuit on, spray ankles & top of feet and lastly the non-watch wrist & top of both hands. It literally takes a few seconds. Then cap the aerosol can and pop it back in your bag.
I've found cutting a very thin elastic and then tie it tight so it snaps works well. For gels I use an elastic band and attach gels to my water bottle like in cycling races.
Since I tend to be in the top 15% in terms of T1 time, one tip for the bottom 85%: just hurry. That's right. Moving your body quickly helps, and it's no joke that people sometimes act as if they weren't racing.
Krzysztof Kajetanowicz tbis is actually true tbf I’m usually one of the first out of water and as I’m new to triathalon I don’t have tri shoes and never flying mount and I just don’t run fast enough through my translations
Best solution for the wetsuit is to cut the legs short at a diagonal so there is a big gap. Just cut as far up as possible where there is still a taped seam. A diagonal cut makes a bigger hole. And lots of baby oil.
Never knew baby oil was ok to use on wetsuits but it looks like it is. I prefer body glide or suit juice as it is less messy but might not work as well.
Alternative is to cut a couple of inches off the bottom of the legs of the wetsuit, you won't feel any colder and the hole will be bigger. Just use a sharp knife.
What do you do with your bike computer during the swim portion of the race? Do you turn it on when you get into T1? Do you hit start in the morning before T1 closes and you start the swim, then when pulling into T1 after the swim reset the computer and hit start as you exit T1? What do you recommend?
Can you do a test video to quantify how effective these tips are? Eg how much time do you save by rubber banding shoes vs running in bike shoes and stopping to mount? Would be both informative and funny.
Im having a hard time doing flying mount on t1. Pros and some age groupers doing it make it looks so easy. can give us the best way techniques how to ace it. More wattag gtn!
When I used elastics (rubber bands) for the first time the bands never broke off and just kept stretching. I had to remove them with my hands. Any tips..?
Try using a thinner, shorter rubber band then what you have previously used. Thick, longer rubber bands stretch a lot farther and are stronger than a shorter, thinner elastic band. In my experience, the bands should snap as soon as you take a full pedal stroke.
for example i prefer longer elastic rubbers on the left side, coz i put my feet first on the right shoe. there is a short rubber, it breaks easily but the longer left one will not allow that my shoe would turn down in a really fast transition
Had my second triathlon a few days ago. Did my T1, everything nice and fast, then when trying to mount the bike, my chain fell out and got stuck in the frame. Naturally I fell right ont my knee. Tried to fix it, mounted again, got stuck again, fell on the other side. Someone from the crew then helped me to fix the chain as good as possible, but the rear derailleur was stuck in a low gear. Still did the rest of the Tri (at 150 rpm or so..) after the ~10min T1, smeared with blood and grease. Moral of the story, shit happens sometimes and check your chain after placing the bike in the transition zone. Mine worked fine before, but a rubber band from a previous wave got stuck in my chain messing it up.
Where to put the sunglass? I saw that the pros are firstly putting them on the helmet, while cycling the putting them over the straps, and before the running under the straps. Is ot right?
I open the sunglasses and put them inside the helmet. Put them on first, then helmet. Although some people like the glass arms outside the helmet... I leave the helmet and glasses on my towel, they tend to get knock off the bike.
Practicing Swim to Bike transitions is key. "Free time" for the taking. Since I train indoors a lot in cold climate, I like to do Swim to Bike Brick workouts and I use those to practice my transitions. Works so well! Like in this video ruclips.net/video/5Js2aaiH5Y4/видео.html
Good question. I have tried both techniques because I read about and saw elites use both. I think it really comes down to two things: comfort and distance. For instance, if you haven't trained without socks, I wouldn't recommend it. You will get some major calluses without socks and it could really hurt during the race or even take you out of the race. The trick is to build those up over several weeks, starting with short distances and building up over time. Second is how comfortable it is to go without socks. I have Saucony Lifeforms and they feel great. However, I did have to build up to that point for long-distance running (ie: non sprint distances). For awhile I thought it might save time, but if you're in a race longer than a sprint, I watched the pros and most of them put socks on. Here's a great video of the Half Ironman at Oceanside this past March: ruclips.net/video/TtV-XRzrdtA/видео.html. I like to learn from the pros, so here's what they do.
@@chadmenestrina2295 Yeah I've always took the time to put on sock during an olympic or half ironman. I also have during sprint races but since my focus once we can race again after covid 19 is going to be sprint races I may try to find a shoe and condition my feet to being able to run without socks. The time it saves becomes more important in a sprint race.
PATM0R3 actually you can do both I compete in france youth championships and I get my feet directly into the shoes, it depends if you can be quick enough, and you most importantly need to build up speed before you get onto your bike wich means you can avoid easily other competitors who are strugling just after the line (you don't have to run a lot maybe 2 meters). I hope it will help. Ps: I don't know your age but the older you will get the harder it will certainly be to jump quickly onto your bike because your body will start to lose its potential of contorsion.
Never had it happen to me. It will snap and either drop to the ground or stay attached to the strap of your shoe. Either way, you won't notice a thing.
# Ask GTN: Why do triathletes attach their shoes to the pedal? I watched them and could not find a reason; on the contrary, I think it’s time wasting pedaling with the feet on the shoe and then try to put your feet into them while biking, instead of pedaling full throttle with the shoes mounted in the transition.
SunPower33 If you watch the pros you'll see that they're really fast into their shoes after mounting their bike. So for them it's faster to run barefoot than with cleated shoes. If you don't have that skill you're probably faster putting on your shoes in transition and running to the mount line in bike shoes even if they will hinder your running a bit.
TheFeldhamster : thank you. How much time can you save by running barefoot vs. running with bike shoes on to mitigate the loss of time trying to put on the shoes on the bike (because it has to be a certain loss) vs. pedaling full throttle from the moment you mount the bike? I cannot run barefoot, so for me it’s not an option but I’m curious to see the time savings/losses from the flying mount to the regular one.
SunPower33 I never measured it myself and personally, running barefoot is awful and slow for me. But I'm pretty sure the elite measure and train for it and could put a number on it. When I watch age groupers I do think that most are not able to do it fast enough and probably would save more time just putting on their shoes in transition.
@@gtn T1 involves taking the wetsuit off, getting dry, putting shoes on, putting the helmet on, etc. T2 is easy because running doesn't require a lot of gear.
What is your best time saving tip for T1? Let us know in the comments below 👇
Global Triathlon Network for anyone who wants to wear socks on the run, put the sock on and then roll it off, kind of like putting on a condom in reverse when you're setting up the transition area. When you have wet, sweaty feet, the sock will roll easily down your foot.
Flying mount coupled with rubber-banding your shoes. They absolutely go hand-in-hand (or foot-in-foot).
use a stripper, they are great at pulling off the wetsuit (if allowed), also I use my goggles on the bike (they have polarized lenses)
Jay Richman goggles on the bike sounds like hell.
Deep Nutzz so does putting on a condom in reverse :)
In my first triathlon I did an awesome flying mount, sprinted away and then had to stop again, because my shoes were switched.
Markus Franke LOL comment of the week of you ask me. Watch the GTN show... :D
🤣🤣🤣
LMAO!
Lol
Swim to bike hack: wear your helmet during the swim for a faster transition. #checkplease
You can also dramatically improve your T2 by running in your bike shoes.
Just strap the damn bike to your back during the swim?
@@aadmstiles That's not the worst advice for absolute newbies using the same pair of trainers, anyway.
I agree with some other commenters that it would be great to have a bike mount tutorial, perhaps with different options/skill progression/tips/things to avoid. As for time saving, do a few transition entrance/exit run throughs before the race so you know exactly where your bike is and where you're going.
Seems like a popular suggestion, watch this space!
@@gtn any up date on the mounting (Bike) tutorial?
I always wondered how to keep my shoes from banging on the ground! Will try this next week! Thanks!
Thanks for the tips, the elastic on the shoes was new for me
Putting your helmet up might save some time if it's still there when you get to T1. It looks like the elites have more area then most of us age groupers and I've found my helmet a couple of bikes over with my sunglasses on the ground when I get to T1 because people are grabbing bikes as fast as they can and racks move. I leave my helmet on the ground now so that it's consistently where I left it.
What to keep someone from kicking your helmet? I've never hand my helmet fall off my hoods. I put the helmet between the hoods only connecting to the right hand hood.
I have adhesive backed velcro (the rough side) on my road bikes top tube ( black on black frame) I stick a piece of velcro on a gel or a flask and it stays put.
This video was great I really needed it
some races i've done don't allow race belts inside the wetsuit (or they are a pool swim), so when having them in T1, i've realised having them already clipped up and sliding your legs into them can save valuable seconds in Transition rather than having it unclipped and struggling to get it clipped on around your waist
USA Triathlon doesn't require you to use them until the run, so you just run out of triathlon and put them on in the first 100m or so of the run.
While running out of transition with belt in hand, fasten the belt to your waist with the clip near your belly or even your chest. Then orient the number to display at the front later some point.
Simply great! Thx!
Insightful, Thank you!
Can you guys highlight some the tech the para-athletes use to overcome their handicaps? I really want to know some of the cool hacks they might be using.
That could be very interesting!
For wetsuit removal off the feet, baby oil works well but can be messy. Better sequence is after your suit is on. Easiest & non-messy option that lasts well even in seawater is Spray & Cook but opt for the olive oil type. AFTER putting wetsuit on, spray ankles & top of feet and lastly the non-watch wrist & top of both hands. It literally takes a few seconds. Then cap the aerosol can and pop it back in your bag.
Nice tip!
Really good tips
great video!
I didn't use elastics on a flying mount once. I then ran into a traffic cone and it took about a half mile to get my shoes on. True story.
You guys should do a "My first Triathlon series" including training, kit and technique vids
This is coming very soon, watch this space!
Good tips thank u
I've found cutting a very thin elastic and then tie it tight so it snaps works well. For gels I use an elastic band and attach gels to my water bottle like in cycling races.
Good Idea
Since I tend to be in the top 15% in terms of T1 time, one tip for the bottom 85%: just hurry. That's right. Moving your body quickly helps, and it's no joke that people sometimes act as if they weren't racing.
Krzysztof Kajetanowicz tbis is actually true tbf I’m usually one of the first out of water and as I’m new to triathalon I don’t have tri shoes and never flying mount and I just don’t run fast enough through my translations
Merci beaucoup 🤗
Anyone have tips for how to deal with a watch from swim to bike? Can be a faff taking off, then putting back on after wetsuit comes off
Can you do a T2 video please
Ask for help do you snap the elastic? Or let it snap as you pedal?
Best solution for the wetsuit is to cut the legs short at a diagonal so there is a big gap. Just cut as far up as possible where there is still a taped seam. A diagonal cut makes a bigger hole. And lots of baby oil.
I did this and it made a huge difference
Baby powder inside the clipped shoe to dry the feet before the run. Running with the saddle is also quite fast for those who didnt know.
Never knew baby oil was ok to use on wetsuits but it looks like it is. I prefer body glide or suit juice as it is less messy but might not work as well.
Alternative is to cut a couple of inches off the bottom of the legs of the wetsuit, you won't feel any colder and the hole will be bigger. Just use a sharp knife.
Can u do a video on goe to use the elastics
Watch this space Brent!
How to learn to do a flying mount?
Try it!
If I would know this informion, make it less more than 3min... Thanks alot!
What do you do with your bike computer during the swim portion of the race? Do you turn it on when you get into T1? Do you hit start in the morning before T1 closes and you start the swim, then when pulling into T1 after the swim reset the computer and hit start as you exit T1? What do you recommend?
Get the GPS locked in and your sensors recognized (cadence, speed, power, etc) then put it in "Sleep" mode before they kick you out of transition.
Can heather do one of these for longer formats where you can't do flying mounts or need to use a transition bag instead of laying it by the bike?
Nice idea Jeremy, watch this space!
Can you do a test video to quantify how effective these tips are? Eg how much time do you save by rubber banding shoes vs running in bike shoes and stopping to mount? Would be both informative and funny.
Watch this space Matthew!
Im having a hard time doing flying mount on t1. Pros and some age groupers doing it make it looks so easy. can give us the best way techniques how to ace it. More wattag gtn!
Seems like this is a popular suggestion for a video... watch this space!
Global Triathlon Network Does space mean channel?
Nobody say if they remove or not the watch from wrist to avoid losing time or damage the swimsuit.
Do you have to wear a wet suit or can you just wear a tri suit? Please respond !!!
When I used elastics (rubber bands) for the first time the bands never broke off and just kept stretching. I had to remove them with my hands. Any tips..?
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Try using a thinner, shorter rubber band then what you have previously used. Thick, longer rubber bands stretch a lot farther and are stronger than a shorter, thinner elastic band. In my experience, the bands should snap as soon as you take a full pedal stroke.
for example i prefer longer elastic rubbers on the left side, coz i put my feet first on the right shoe. there is a short rubber, it breaks easily but the longer left one will not allow that my shoe would turn down in a really fast transition
cut the band in half and then re-tie it shorter
Had my second triathlon a few days ago. Did my T1, everything nice and fast, then when trying to mount the bike, my chain fell out and got stuck in the frame. Naturally I fell right ont my knee. Tried to fix it, mounted again, got stuck again, fell on the other side. Someone from the crew then helped me to fix the chain as good as possible, but the rear derailleur was stuck in a low gear. Still did the rest of the Tri (at 150 rpm or so..) after the ~10min T1, smeared with blood and grease. Moral of the story, shit happens sometimes and check your chain after placing the bike in the transition zone. Mine worked fine before, but a rubber band from a previous wave got stuck in my chain messing it up.
Ouch! I hope the rest of the race went more smoothly? 😬
@@gtn Well, as the race was a sprint, it was pretty much done at this point, but at least I got a workout done.
What is the weight capacity
Where to put the sunglass? I saw that the pros are firstly putting them on the helmet, while cycling the putting them over the straps, and before the running under the straps. Is ot right?
Tape them to your top tube
I open the sunglasses and put them inside the helmet. Put them on first, then helmet. Although some people like the glass arms outside the helmet... I leave the helmet and glasses on my towel, they tend to get knock off the bike.
Practicing Swim to Bike transitions is key. "Free time" for the taking. Since I train indoors a lot in cold climate, I like to do Swim to Bike Brick workouts and I use those to practice my transitions. Works so well! Like in this video ruclips.net/video/5Js2aaiH5Y4/видео.html
I’m still not able to use elastic bands I can’t get the hang of it 😩
Keep practising and you'll get there!
Can you guys do a how to wash your tt bike video?
Nice idea thom538, watch this space!
Global Triathlon Network and maybe a vid tot decide if your better of riding tubes or clinchers
Elastics are the best
Everyone loves free time!
that Bowden guy just won ironman dubai..2019
He was flying. Great time. Congrats to Adam Bowden
Wouldn’t baby oil ruin the neoprene?
Should you wear socks in T2 for the run leg?
Good question. I have tried both techniques because I read about and saw elites use both. I think it really comes down to two things: comfort and distance. For instance, if you haven't trained without socks, I wouldn't recommend it. You will get some major calluses without socks and it could really hurt during the race or even take you out of the race. The trick is to build those up over several weeks, starting with short distances and building up over time. Second is how comfortable it is to go without socks. I have Saucony Lifeforms and they feel great. However, I did have to build up to that point for long-distance running (ie: non sprint distances). For awhile I thought it might save time, but if you're in a race longer than a sprint, I watched the pros and most of them put socks on. Here's a great video of the Half Ironman at Oceanside this past March: ruclips.net/video/TtV-XRzrdtA/видео.html. I like to learn from the pros, so here's what they do.
If you train with socks, race with socks!
@@chadmenestrina2295 Yeah I've always took the time to put on sock during an olympic or half ironman. I also have during sprint races but since my focus once we can race again after covid 19 is going to be sprint races I may try to find a shoe and condition my feet to being able to run without socks. The time it saves becomes more important in a sprint race.
Is it faster to put feet straight into shoes after mounting or feet onto the tops, pedal a bit and then get feet in?
PATM0R3 actually you can do both I compete in france youth championships and I get my feet directly into the shoes, it depends if you can be quick enough, and you most importantly need to build up speed before you get onto your bike wich means you can avoid easily other competitors who are strugling just after the line (you don't have to run a lot maybe 2 meters).
I hope it will help.
Ps: I don't know your age but the older you will get the harder it will certainly be to jump quickly onto your bike because your body will start to lose its potential of contorsion.
Some wetsuits may not like petroleum based lube. Solid tips.
wouldnt the elastic get in the way when you start to pedal?
the theory is, is that is snaps when your start pedalling.
Chris Thebe Makes sense. thank you!
Never had it happen to me. It will snap and either drop to the ground or stay attached to the strap of your shoe. Either way, you won't notice a thing.
When I tried it they never broke and see sawed when I started to pedal lol. I had to reach down and take them off the bike.
But how do you then remove the elastic afterwords?? No need to carry extra weight!
I'm pretty sure the bands are thin enough where you can break them as you start to pedal.
Hack Kampmann Kirkegaard only a loser would blame their loss on a 0.1g elastic band!!
What extra weight - one tenth of a gram?
# Ask GTN: Why do triathletes attach their shoes to the pedal? I watched them and could not find a reason; on the contrary, I think it’s time wasting pedaling with the feet on the shoe and then try to put your feet into them while biking, instead of pedaling full throttle with the shoes mounted in the transition.
SunPower33 If you watch the pros you'll see that they're really fast into their shoes after mounting their bike. So for them it's faster to run barefoot than with cleated shoes. If you don't have that skill you're probably faster putting on your shoes in transition and running to the mount line in bike shoes even if they will hinder your running a bit.
TheFeldhamster : thank you.
How much time can you save by running barefoot vs. running with bike shoes on to mitigate the loss of time trying to put on the shoes on the bike (because it has to be a certain loss) vs. pedaling full throttle from the moment you mount the bike?
I cannot run barefoot, so for me it’s not an option but I’m curious to see the time savings/losses from the flying mount to the regular one.
SunPower33 I never measured it myself and personally, running barefoot is awful and slow for me. But I'm pretty sure the elite measure and train for it and could put a number on it.
When I watch age groupers I do think that most are not able to do it fast enough and probably would save more time just putting on their shoes in transition.
What about biking barefoot to save time?
Joe Mckay I'm not sure any pedal is made to be used bare feet. Your feet would slip on clipless pedals
That's actually forbidden in the rules. Seems someone else tried to be clever in the past already ;)
"slow is smooth, and smooth is fast"
How come the GCN boys get the comfy living room whereas you & the GMBN boys get the garage and the shed?
Unfortunately they got in first!!
do you still wear socks on the bike?
Most don't, if its cold toe covers
Yes, Aero socks save lots of watts.
T2 is easy but t1 takes ages to perfect
Why do you think it is more difficult?
@@gtn T1 involves taking the wetsuit off, getting dry, putting shoes on, putting the helmet on, etc. T2 is easy because running doesn't require a lot of gear.
No socks on the bike? :(
Yes, good tip. Wearing socks on the bike not only costs you the time to put them on on wet feet, but also running in shoes.
Depends on the distance. Half IM or Full, yes I would wear socks. Sprint or Olympic distance I would skip it.
Wear your goggles for the bike too