What happens when you let us loose in the amateur transition zone at Challenge Roth? You find some of the most weird, wonderful, and creative bike tech on the planet! Unlike the pros, age-groupers aren’t bound by sponsors, meaning they can ride whatever they want.
Join Mark on a tour as he uncovers everything from incredible DIY 3D printed solutions and stunning custom paint jobs to beautiful retro bikes from the 1980s lining up next to ultra-rare modern superbikes like the Pinarello Bolide. This is a true celebration of triathlon tech creativity!
Is your bike in this video? Let us know in the comments below! And what’s the coolest piece of custom tech you’ve ever seen at a race?
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro: Hunting for Amateur Tech!
00:17 The 3D Printing Genius
01:02 Space-Age Cockpits & Handlebars
01:46 The Limited Edition "Road to Roth" Canyon Speedmax
02:48 An Incredible Custom Paint Job
03:20 Retro vs. Modern: A 1980s Bianchi
03:50 The Tallest Bottle Mount EVER?!
04:23 A Rare Pinarello Bolide In The Wild
05:15 The Return of the Beam Bike!
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