What is a good transition time triathlon?

Top triathletes can complete the first transition (swim-cycle) in less than a minute, and the second changeover (cycle-run) in less than 30 seconds [source: International Triathlon Union]. For less competitive triathlons, good transitions average around 2 minutes and 45 seconds, respectively.

Do transition times count triathlon?

Speed up your triathlon transition times with these quick tips. In fact, now is a great time to make the most of the quieter period and turn your triathlon weaknesses into strengths. Transitions – from swim to bike, and from bike to run – all count towards your overall race time.

What do you need for a triathlon transition?

Triathlon Checklist

1. Tri suit or swimsuit.
2. Wetsuit.
3. Cap.
4. Antifog solution for goggles.
5. Bodyglide (skin lubricant)
6. Pre-race sandals or other footwear.
7. Towel.
8. Spare goggles.

Can you walk your bike during a triathlon?

If your bike breaks down, you may walk or run with your bike. You must have your helmet on with chin straps fastened before you mount your bike. If you violate this in the transition area, you will receive a time penalty. If you violate this on the race course you will be disqualified.

Do you change clothes in a triathlon?

Clothing for a Triathlon You can opt to change into clothes specific to each leg of the race —or not. Some triathletes choose to do the whole race in a swimsuit for quicker transitions. Other swimmers simply pull on a pair of shorts before jumping on their bike.

Why is it so hard to run after cycling?

The point being as you transition from cycling to running the muscles that come in to play need time to adapt to the new motion and stress put upon them. This is why you are often sore for the first two weeks of running, and your stride/running form feels very inefficient.

Do you wear socks in a triathlon?

Most pro triathletes don’t wear socks for sprint and Olympic distance events and are wearing some for longer events. However, over a full Ironman distance, it is rather insignificant. The comfort of socks over such a big distance is, for most people, well worth those couple of seconds.

Do you get changed during a triathlon?

The transition area in a triathlon is the area for changing from one discipline to another. That may be from swimming to cycling or from cycling to running. Transition 1 (often referred to as “T1”) is where you will store your bike gear when you transition from the swim to the bike. Transition 2 or, (you guessed it!)

Are there breaks in a triathlon?

There are no breaks During an Ironman, nobody stops – the swim, cycle, and marathon are completely continuous. Furthermore, if you’re serious about ranking high, you don’t stop for anything – and we mean anything, including bathroom breaks!

Can you wear swim socks in a triathlon?

For open water swim triathlons, the use of a wetsuit is usually mandatory. While the wetsuit will help you to keep warm in the water, you may also want to consider a neoprene skullcap, swimming gloves and a pair of swimming socks in very cold conditions.

What do you wear during a triathlon?

In a triathlon you want to wear what is called a triathlon suit or a triathlon kit (a top/bottom combo) designed to be worn in the swim, the bike, and finally the run. This also means that you need not take any clothing off. You wear your wetsuit (if needed) on top of your triathlon suit/kit.

Do I need a triathlon race belt?

During the race you will normally need to wear a race number so a number belt can be really useful as you will need to change the position of the race number during each stage. Usually on your back for the bike stage and on the front for the run stage.