Description
Triathlon Magazine – August 1985 – Vol. 3, No. 5 – Triathlete Julie Olson – VG
This vintage issue of Triathlon magazine (Volume 3, Number 5), dated August 1985, is in very good condition, with only minor wear along the edges. 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
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27 The Rundown on Shoes – A complete buyer’s guide to running shoes. (Terry Mulgannon)
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34 The Season Opens – Coverage of the year’s kickoff races in Ft. Lauderdale and Tampa Bay. (Terry Mulgannon)
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38 The Strong, Silent Type – Julie Olson’s performance speaks volumes. (Diane Shea)
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42 Traditions and Triathlons – Autumn races set against New England’s historic backdrop. (Peter Leeds)
Columns
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13 Viewpoint – Achieving all-around personal records. (Wayman Spence, M.D.)
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15 Swim – Drafting strategy for the opening leg. (Chip Zempel)
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16 Bike – Maximizing descents for speed. (Mark Hodges)
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19 Run – Maintaining proper running form throughout a race. (Marty Liquori)
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20 Sports Health – Using mental imagery to boost performance. (JoAnn Dahlkoetter, Ph.D.)
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24 From the Experts – Answers to questions on racing, training, and fitness.
Departments
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2 From the Editor – Editorial reflections.
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6 Letters – Reader correspondence.
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8 Informer – Behind-the-scenes notes from the triathlon world.
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48 Calendar – Listings for peak-season races.
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62 Race Notes – Event highlights and reports.
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72 Tri-Stars – Local heroes and notable athletes.
(On the cover: Triathlete Julie Olson, photographed by Claudia Kunin.)
A classic collectible for endurance-sport enthusiasts, this issue highlights Julie Olson’s strength as an athlete, practical training insights, and comprehensive race coverage, offering a vivid glimpse into the triathlon boom of the mid-1980s.