best triathalon bike?

Question

i really want to start training for triathalons but the prices of the bikes are really keeping me from doing any cycling does anyone have any advice on a good but cheaper bike

Answer 1

While there are bikes which are triathalon specific, if you are just getting started, any good quality road bike is an excellent start if you equip it right. You can start with something like a Trek 1500 ($1150) which is equipped with nearly the same components as one of their Tri-bikes (Ultegra and 105), the frame isn't as aerodynamic and the wheels aren't as light weight or aerodynamic. So you can equip the bike with Aero bars (about $120 and up), behind the seat bottle holders (about $40) and a good light weight aero wheelset from someone like Zipp or Mavic (starting about $800). You could also do that same type of setup on a slightly lower end bike like a Trek 1200 (I am only recommending Trek because they have a better "bang for the buck" value than almost any other company out there) for about $900, but the better components of the 1500 are worth the extra money invested.
Those are nearly all long term additions though and can be added as time goes on. The only thing that you really SHOULD invest in to start with, are a bike, helmet, and aero bars. That will get you on the road safely and relatively quickly. Once you have proven yourself, you might be able to ask for a contingency sponsorship ("if I do well, you give me stuff and I promise to talk about the product you give me") from a bike company, or even a full sponsorship if you are REALLY good!

Hope this helps!

Answer 2

There are lots of really good, inexpensive bikes on eBay. Check that out. I personally like TREK or Specialized best, but of course there are other good bikes too.

Answer 3

The Flekko 9040 B