The nice race track for the biking event is a busy road. You have to ride in a distinct lane specified by the
triathlon authority. As you’ll be riding on a special racing bike, you will have to get used to the bending
posture while riding. You must have the necessary skill and experience of riding these bicycles on a busy
road. Therefore, training for the biking event in the triathlon is necessary for whatever distance you
choose to ride.
Most triathlon riders use special bicycles for the biking event in the triathlon. These bicycles have unique
design elements that help them in gaining a higher speed than most normal bicycles. However, the
selection of the bike is a personal choice and not a mandatory requirement.
Their option of dressing for the triathlon race is a personal choice. As racers have to go through three
different events in a single go, they choose to wear custom dresses that allow them to swim, ride, and
run without a problem.
Wearing a helmet and closing the *** is a requirement that all riders must fulfil. You must put on the
helmet before mounting the bicycle and must nto remove it while you ride. Once you reach the
transition area and mount off from the bike, only then can you take off the helmet and ***
As a rider, you are not allowed to use any electric accessories such as headphones, a smartwatch, and
cameras. You can, however, use a digital speedometer on your bike to check its speed.
Resting
You can carry eating and drinking items but
Urination
Transition period
You cannot ride a bicycle in the transition area and must unmount the bicycle before crossing the
starting point. You must familiarise yourself with the transition rules. Most riders face time penalties
due to a lack of understanding of these rules.