Triathlete Magazine May 1987 No. 45 featuring Kirsten Hanssen and George Hoover on the cover, highlighting triathlon articles including 'Upset in Australia' and '5 Ways to Lose a Race.'
Inside page of Triathlete Magazine May 1987 No. 45 showing features and columns, including 'The Beach Boy and the Choir Girl' and 'Perspective'.
Back cover of Triathlete Magazine May 1987 No. 45 featuring a serene sunset reflection over water with a swimmer, highlighting Bud Light's sponsorship of triathlon events.
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Triathlete Magazine May 1987 No. 45 featuring Kirsten Hanssen and George Hoover on the cover, highlighting triathlon articles including 'Upset in Australia' and '5 Ways to Lose a Race.'Inside page of Triathlete Magazine May 1987 No. 45 showing features and columns, including 'The Beach Boy and the Choir Girl' and 'Perspective'.Back cover of Triathlete Magazine May 1987 No. 45 featuring a serene sunset reflection over water with a swimmer, highlighting Bud Light's sponsorship of triathlon events.

Triathlete Magazine May 1987 No. 45 Kirsten Hanssen and George Hoover Cover VG

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Triathlete Magazine – May 1987 – No. 45 – Kirsten Hanssen & George Hoover Cover – VG

This vintage issue of Triathlete magazine (No. 45), dated May 1987, is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear. The item pictured in this listing is exactly the one you will receive. Please check the detailed photos for condition purposes. This copy is in excellent shape for its age and will be shipped with a plastic protective covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.

Contents

Features

  • 29 The Beach Boy and the Choir Girl – Profiles of George Hoover and Kirsten Hanssen. (Joel Silverman)

  • 42 Five Ways to Lose a Race – How to avoid common racing pitfalls. (Scott Tinley)

  • 52 Upset in Australia – The Big Four get hammered Down Under. (Terry Mulgannon)

  • 60 State of the Sport – A comprehensive review of triathlon’s status.

  • 80 Oh! To Be an Ironman – The Erickson brothers’ quest for Kona. (Sara Henry)

Columns

  • 16 Perspective – Learning to let go. (Gayelene Clews)

  • 18 Swim – Must-have gear for your swim bag. (Chip Zempel)

  • 20 Bike – Planning your training season. (Mark Hodges)

  • 22 Run – Finishing fast with strength. (Hal Higdon)

  • 24 Sports Health – Protecting your face in training. (Lynne Cox)

  • 26 Labman – Steering clear of the medical tent. (Doug Hiller)

Departments

  • 8 Letters – Feedback from readers.

  • 10 Informer – News and notes about triathletes, gear, and events.

  • 86 Race Notes – Reports and highlights from recent competitions.

  • 92 Hotshots – Introducing rising stars, including Mike Pigg.

  • 94 Calendar – A guide to upcoming multi-sport events.

  • 108 Tri-Stars – Local heroes and standout performances.

  • 126 Tinley Talks – Scott Tinley on why it’s worth it.

  • 128 Finish Line – Closing thoughts.

(On the cover: George Hoover and Kirsten Hanssen—their careers are going swimmingly. Photography by Curtis Deglar.)

An excellent collectible for endurance-sport fans, this issue captures the mid-1980s triathlon scene with profiles, training insights, race reports, and a cover celebrating two athletes on the rise.

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