Profile Design introduced their first aero bar to the market in 1988. Since then, Profile Design has continued to evolve and fine-tune their World Champion products while setting the standard for better handling, improved aerodynamics, and increased adjustability.

The Profile Design R&D team rides technology’s edge to bring the latest innovation to their aero bars. The company is driven by love for the sport and the understanding that designing exceptional cycling and triathlon products is all in the details. Shape, construction, materials and a lot of sweat go into making each and every product.

Experience, passion, and commitment to their athletes, triathletes and cyclists have set Profile Design apart and kept them winning for 25 years.

As part of our continuous support of athletes and athletic endeavors at every level, Zappos.com is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the 2012 World Championship 70.3 Ironman Village.

The race will start at beautiful Lake Las Vegas then finish in Zappos’ backyard at the Henderson Pavillion.  The Zappos.com Ironman Village is also home to the Athlete Expo and the bike-to-run transition.  With several athletes using this race as a tune up for Kona, this promises to be one of the most competitive 70.3 races in history!  

CEP, a leader in compression sportswear, has set the standard in compression technology in the few years they've been in the market. Designing compression socks and clothing for athletes of all levels, CEP is now a go-to name for the best in sports compression goods.

Here, Michael from CEP shows you the correct way to put on your compression socks.

Make sure to check out Zappos Running Central for more running clothing, shoes and accessories. To stay in the know about all things running, you can also check out our Zappos Running Facebook page.

Runners of all levels have been using compression clothing and socks in order to boost blood flow and increase performance. Fit is paramount when it comes to compression garments, and it's always important to wear the right size.

In the video above, Brad from CEP talks about how compression socks and clothing should fit on the body. Make sure to check out Zappos Running Central for more running clothing, shoes and accessories. To stay in the know about all things running, you can also check out our Zappos Running Facebook page.

2XU engineers athletic performance apparel for serious athletes. Whether it’s triathlons, cycling, running, fitness or swimming, 2XU apparel provides athletes with technologically-advanced garments to give their performance the competitive edge it needs.

Check out the 2XU line on Zappos.com!

Orca is a creator and developer of cutting edge sports apparel, born out of our success in the grueling and technically advanced sport of triathlon. For over 15 years, Orca has been leading the pack with innovation and design. 

Now Orca wants to offer customers products that will enable them to perform anytime, from the pre-dawn jog to running the gauntlet within the workplace. The chosen fabric for this new collection is premium New Zealand performance Merino wool – one of nature’s true superfibres. They’ve selected Merino because it is naturally thermo-neutral, meaning that the fabric responds to changes in the micro-climate around your body. Because Merino can absorb and release moisture, the garments cool when you sweat and warm when the temperature drops. It is also antibacterial so it won’t smell. And because Merino fibres are so fine, the fabric feels great next to your skin. Cross the finish line in Orca from Zappos.com.

If watching the world’s finest cyclists weave through the daunting stages of the Tour de France isn’t satiating your need for speed and you want to jump on your steed, you’ll need a few items first. We have everything you’ll need to steal the yellow jersey.

Pearl Izumi has been dedicated to providing sportswear for the serious enthusiast through innovation, quality and experience for over 50 years. They even sponsored the 1984 US National Team that took home 9 gold medals. Stay dry for your entire ride with the Pearl Izumi SELECT Limited Edition Jersey, a three-pocket jersey offering UPF 40+ sun protection. Pair your jersey together with the six-panel Quest Short-10 and you’ll be crossing the finish line in style. The Quest Short-10 utilizes SELECT Transfer fabric and silicone leg grippers to keep them from running while providing UPF 50 sun protection even at the highest of elevations.

Clip in with a pair of Elite MTB II, the ultimate performance cycling shoe that uses one-piece uppers with laser technology for a lightweight second-skin fit. If triathlons are more your style, a pair of X-Alp Seek III WRX doubles as excellent trail-running shoes. This waterproof shoe gives you the stability you need to finish the race while providing the flexibility you need to stay comfortable through the last mile.

Stay cool with the high-performance Sugoi RSR Tank 10, a dimensionally-constructed cycling tank top that features a dimpled surface to create less friction and make you more aerodynamic. Store your tunes in one of the handy zip pockets on the back so you can power through the passes with full control.

Finding a durable cycling shoe can be tough, but the SIDI T2 can handle every situation. These handmade cycling shoes offer not only SIDI Heel Cup Technology but also Lorica uppers to allow your feet to breathe and stay dry. The anatomically-shaped plastic design keeps its shape and reduces heel slippage while increasing your power transfer.

Whether your goal is to stand atop the gold medal podium or just to get out and enjoy the outdoors, Zappos.com has the top products for all your cycling needs. Don’t forget your helmet.

Let’s face it, training for triathlons can become a touch tedious at times, especially if all we do is rotate from event to event day after day. While there may be some variety in our training methods for each discipline, the bottom line is that it is the same three things repeated in some form. So, to avoid the stagnation that often comes with repetitiveness, try incorporating yoga into your training cycle as a way to strengthen your body while engaging your brain.

Some think of yoga as a soft activity hardly fit for a dynamic triathlete in training; however, nothing could be further from the truth. Every triathlete, no matter at the elite level or a mere novice, must increase flexibility, establish a strong core, and be able to remain mentally calm in stressful environments. Thus, yoga has all the answers as a supplemental training format.

Select the type of yoga that best suites your training. If you are searching for a more aggressive yoga that will enhance your training, then do core classes or videos that will focus on the sculpting of your abdominals and lower back. If you want to increase your flexibility and range of motion, select elongated stretching styles that will permit you to avoid stiff, tight muscles. If you wish to settle your mind and recover from intense training, then do more meditative yoga that offers slow, deep movements and places an emphasis on breathing and mental/emotional calmness.

Although yoga, on the surface, certainly does not present itself as the high impact training that cycling, swimming, and running do, its essence is one of pure value to any athlete. Being versatile in your training will allow for a more well-rounded, athletic approach, which undoubtedly will better your entire experience as a triathlete. If you want to preserve your emotional state of being, remain excited about training, and continually sculpt your body, integrate some form of yoga in your weekly workouts. You’ll be better for it.