Triathlon and time trial bikes – aerodynamic carbon dreams
The ultimate racing machines are triathlon bikes. They don't come much better than this. They seem to defy many a law of physics and air resistance, looking more like neoteric vehicles from the future. Sometimes you have to rub your eyes to believe what you see. The designs range from "simple-hypermodern" models to colorful masterpieces, of which one would like to have a whole series in one's living room. All the details on triathlon bikes are thought out to the smallest detail so as not to lose a second in competition.
The materials used are all in the upper to very high price range. The raised handlebar immediately reveals the difference to typical racing bikes, and the seating position as a whole appears a bit steeper in order to shift the center of gravity of the bike further forward. The drag of triathlon bikes should be kept as low as possible, so all components and parts are aerodynamically designed. The objective is to let every ounce of your strength flow into speed in the best possible way. It goes without saying that these metal racing beasts are only suitable for ambitious extreme athletes.
Blood, sweat and tears – where the average person fears, triathletes are just getting started!
The ergonomic geometry of the handlebars allows you to maintain a forward-leaning sitting position for long periods of time. The light, rigid frame – ideally made of carbon – enables the best results. It is the essential component, because it determines the aerodynamics and stability of the bike. As a beginner, you can still use aluminum. It's only in the professional sector that things get serious; that's when carbon becomes indispensable.
One difference to the typical racing bikes is the seat, because of the steeper seat tube. However, the design of the wheel remains similar, since maximum values are also important here in order to keep frictional resistance as low as possible. It goes without saying that triathlon bikes are stripped of all unnecessary parts, which is why they are not approved for normal road use. The wide range of options and the comparison of the bikes in particular show what is possible today and how the most extreme demands can be met. Our triathlon bikes are a feast for the eyes and fascinating high-end machines at the same time, which make it clear even to the uninitiated what distinguishes the "common athlete" from the extreme athlete – almost awe-inspiring!
