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What an 83-athlete Kona study can—and can’t—tell us about why women race
A 2026 paper surveyed 83 women who raced the 2023 Kona IRONMAN World Championship. Its findings offer a useful coaching prompt, not a universal profile of women triathletes.
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Lake’s 2026 CX178 combines a nylon-composite sole, one BOA dial and a Sport Comfort Last with a straighter toe shape. It launched at £179.99 and is currently listed at £150 in the UK; this is a specification-led review, not a fit test.
New Balance Ellipse review (2026): a £130 neutral daily trainer
New Balance’s Ellipse is a soft, neutral daily trainer listed at £130. Its 2026 release, Fresh Foam X cushioning and 8mm drop make it a straightforward option for everyday mileage, but this is a specification-led review, not a run test.
Sweet Protection Tucker III 2Vi Mips review (2026): a £309 breakaway aero helmet
Sweet Protection’s Tucker III 2Vi Mips is a 2026 aero road helmet listed at £309. Its 320g M/L weight, ventilation channels and Mips Air Node system give it an ambitious brief, while its 10-watt drag claim applies to a specific wind-tunnel comparison at 45 km/h. This is a specification-led review, not a fit or aero test.
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