Description
Tri-Athlete Magazine – May 1986 – Swimming to Success / Swimming History – VG
This vintage issue of Tri-Athlete magazine from May 1986 is in very good condition, with only minor wear on the edges. The item pictured in this listing is exactly the one you will receive. Please check all photos carefully for condition purposes. This copy is in excellent shape for its age and will be shipped with a plastic protective covering. We offer combined shipping upon request.
Contents
Features
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20 Swimming to Success – Ten common stroke defects and how to overcome them. (David R. Horning)
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22 Notes from the Midwest – Diary of a triathlete. (Jim Vandermeer)
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26 Getting to the Start Line – A guide to competing in your first triathlon. (David Evans)
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36 Thumbs Up for Cycling Gloves – Choosing the right gloves for comfort and safety.
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38 Broken Bikes and Busted Dreams – Dealing with mechanical mishaps. (Ray Hosler)
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42 Shopping for a New Bike – How triathletes can navigate the bike shop experience. (Ray Keener)
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46 What’s in a Bowl? – A guide to buying cold cereals.
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48 Fat on Fire – Mountain bike mania. (Bob Cooper)
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54 A Short History of Swimwear – Exploring swimwear’s evolution. (Cariad Hayes & Renato Cudicio)
Departments
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5 Transition Area – Three years running.
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6 Tri-Talk – Topics include Ironman prize money, qualifying, and travel tips.
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12 Medical Advice – “Ask Labman.” (Doug Hiller, M.D. & Mary O’Toole, Ph.D.)
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14 New Products – Latest gear for triathletes.
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16 Technical Advice – “Bike Answer Man.” (Ray Hosler)
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18 Let’s Hear from S.T. – Q&A with Scott Tinley.
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59 Race Calendar – Upcoming events and schedules.
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66 Bio-Feedback – Letters from readers.
(Caption beside the photo: Last month David Evans talked about the philosophy of the triathlon. This month he guides you through your first triathlon [see page 26].)
A well-preserved issue for collectors and sports history enthusiasts, this magazine offers an engaging look at triathlon training, gear, and lifestyle in the mid-1980s, including practical advice on swimming, cycling, and running.