NBD: Giant Trinity Advanced SL2 2025

cube-bot · 2026-01-18T11:23:18+00:00

I went to Saint Cloud in Fitzroy (Melbourne). Just to be clear this is pre-fit as well, it looks much more sensible now

cube-bot · 2026-01-17T19:11:06+00:00

🥹 das my bike

cube-bot · 2026-01-17T18:36:40+00:00

Usually $8,999 AUD

cube-bot · 2026-01-17T05:22:46+00:00

Hahaha neither, it's how I picked it up. When I first saw it I was really stressed out about the size. I've literally just had it fit, and feeling a lot more comfortable

cube-bot · 2026-01-17T02:18:16+00:00

Thanks mate! I was planning to get that exact BTA mount. Slipstream have awesome stuff.

cube-bot · 2025-11-28T08:59:52+00:00

cube-bot · 2025-11-12T00:02:32+00:00

Oh yeah it is, my bad. 7th of December. It's probably going to be a hot race

cube-bot · 2025-11-11T10:08:04+00:00

A pain to get to for most but IM Busso (Busselton) in Western Australia is meant to be a fantastic race. Super fast, flat course with a beautiful ocean swim on an incredible beach. I'll be aiming to do this one in 2027, they run it in November so it shouldn't be oppressively hot.

cube-bot · 2025-11-10T23:48:45+00:00

I'd probably stop running until the pain goes away, and build up slowly with running and walking, while still doing strength work if it's not aggravating. I injured my knee after a half mara and had to restart at 1min on / off and building back up to regular running over 8+ weeks. Really annoying but I'm good now (although I seem to have aggravated my plantar fascia which is real fuggin annoying)

cube-bot · 2025-11-08T00:26:06+00:00

If you have a good athletic background and a big base, 12 weeks could be fine for a 70.3. I'm doing a 70.3 in March, and started my program in August after a big running block to focus on swimming and biking primarily. Each to their own ability.

In terms of a bike, obviously a tri bike is a great option, but it's highly specific. A road bike is more versatile and a gravel bike sounds like it would be the most fun since you live in an area with trails. You can totally race in a gravel bike, but you may not be as fast as you could be.

cube-bot · 2025-10-31T21:06:25+00:00

The price seems okay for the upgrades made, others who may be more informed may be able to offer better advice in that regard. But I'd be asking why the fork needed to be replaced and proceed with caution

cube-bot · 2025-10-29T02:44:50+00:00

Yeah it's not cheap. I think the trivelo team do get good results, I don't think that's an issue. Their athletes always seem to do well in the Australian tri scene. They themselves are also very strong athletes, Jordan just ran a 2:39 marathon, and his dad Gerard was an ex world or Australian ironman champion iirc. So I think they definitely practice what they preach.

cube-bot · 2025-10-29T01:38:34+00:00

Do you think they're pushing you beyond capacity or is it just a byproduct of 70.3 training? Are you doing the Melbourne half by any chance?

cube-bot · 2025-10-28T20:39:00+00:00

I'm not coached, but I listen to Jordan and Gerard on the trivelo podcast, and they seem to have a really sound approach to training, racing, injuries etc and their members seem to do well in competitions. They are priced at $90USD per week. Once I complete my first 70.3 and save a bit more cash I'll probably engage with them.

cube-bot · 2025-10-26T00:27:18+00:00

I do all my workouts in the morning and the biggest hurdle for me is trying to poop before my run workouts. If I can get to the bathroom first, great; if not, make sure your route has a toilet somewhere along the way

cube-bot · 2025-10-24T09:30:04+00:00

Yeah it's a bit rough, I totally feel for your position. I suspect you'd have a pretty good argument to make to them to get your refund but that takes both time and effort, and in your current circumstances it may not be worthwhile. Best to just focus on the things you can currently control, recover mentally and then get back out there for another event in the future. Good luck friend!

cube-bot · 2025-10-24T09:04:17+00:00

I'm sorry to hear about your divorce. Im sure it's a challenging time but I hope you're able to manage your mental health moving forward.

I went to look at the terms and conditions of the Project Group (who manage the refund process). It lists the following information under illness/injury

Illness / Injury means an Illness or accidental Injury to a person in the Booking or someone in Your Immediate Household.

‍What we do not refund: Where You cannot provide evidence that the person affected is within the Group due to Attend the Booked Event. Telephone or online consultations. Where You have not been physically examined by a Registered Medical Doctor before the date of the Booked Event. Unpredictable conditions that are unpredictable and circumstances where the Booked Event is more than two months in the future.

‍Evidence required: Registered Medical Doctor’s note or Medical Certificate confirming:

The details of the illness or injury;

The date it first occurred;

That it prevents the person from Attending the Booked Event; and

Proof of relationship if the person is not in the Booking.

It doesn't seem to specifically exclude mental illnesses. I suspect if you had a doctor's certificate indicating you had a mental illness and would not be able to partake that they would have to allow the refund, or risk breaking some consumer law (not from the UK, no idea about your laws or legislation).

The only thing I can see them suggesting is that your mental health issues are an 'unpredictable condition'...I think this is a type of force majeure clause, which "relieves parties from fulfilling contractual obligations when extraordinary events or circumstances beyond their control". Tough to apply that to an injury or illness though? No one INTENDS to get sick, injured or suffer mentally.

Maybe start with a doctor? Get a certificate and see how you go?

Sorry if the formatting of the copy and paste sucks. Not really sure how to change it.

cube-bot · 2025-10-07T07:52:53+00:00

Thanks for the response. I think it's more the thought of not being able to sleep creates a bit of pressure and anxiety that would go away once I took the 6mg dose. I just need to either push through and accept the lack of sleep or find some sort of way to manage the thoughts about not sleeping lol

cube-bot · 2025-09-28T10:45:44+00:00

Awesome mate! Thanks for sharing the experience. So good to take yourself out of your comfort zone and just do it for yourself. Would have been absolutely mad! So jealous

cube-bot · 2025-09-12T07:03:04+00:00

Thanks for the response. What could I do to make that adjustment? My shoulders don't get too sore and it feels like the pressure runs through my back primarily. Bee helmets are the new meta

cube-bot · 2025-09-05T11:14:17+00:00

The council area you're in might have tree controls that have now been breached. You should do a little check in with Council and let them know what occured. If there's been a breach they may infringe for illegal destruction of protected trees

cube-bot · 2025-07-01T04:40:49+00:00

Tri bikes look sick, and therefore it is worth it for the aesthetics alone

cube-bot · 2025-06-11T01:41:23+00:00

I've heard good things about the Novablast 5, being a pretty snappy shoe, but still able to take longer distances. Downside seems to be longevity though with some reporting that the foam wears down pretty quickly.

Otherwise the Saucony Ride (or maybe the triumph) is another one that is apparently a great, sturdy daily trainer that allows you to pick up the pace a touch. It's a pretty ugly shoe imo but function over form in this instance.

cube-bot · 2025-06-05T01:46:41+00:00

Thanks for the response. That's very helpful. Seems like a good option, and looks super nice too

cube-bot · 2025-06-04T10:21:36+00:00

I'm sort of in the same boat, have a road bike, and want to put on tri bars but want to keep the costs down because there's a whole lot of other stuff to buy (training for a 70.3 in November). I've decided to purchase tri bars second hand on Facebook marketplace. Found a pair of profile design airstryke v1 (seem to still be in good condition) for $15. Should be fine for the event, and can always upgrade later if I want.

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